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Newspaper
Bowral Free Press
Location
Bowral, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 05, 1902
Page
2
The article reports on a protest against an international prohibition and a travel ban, noting editorials from the Free Press. It mentions opposition to restrictions and calls for reconsideration, with emphasis on public discourse and press positions.
Railway ads promote special return fares to Sydney for the Fancy Text Match event on Friday February gt. Vending outlets urge travelers to take advantage of cheap fares, with accompanying notices from Rev B Warner and local ministers. Details mention gatherings in Mitiagong and Moen Vale and donations totaling around £2 14. The fragment references local church activities and community offerings amid unclear OCR text.
The Bowral School of Arts held its usual monthly meeting on Tuesday with President Mr Re Mackensie and committee members present. Reports covered librarian activity, new members, a resignation, room rentals, finances, and forthcoming motions on repairs and improvements.
At Robertson Police Court Hindmarsh and Ferguson sued Mownay and others for possessing a quantity of white rum believed to be the property of John Tamilioo. The defendant pleaded guilty to using obscene language in a public area and was fined after a brief hearing. The article notes hot, dry weather with no forecast of heavy rain soon.
At Mittagong on a Sunday afternoon Miss Beith Clifford was honored as she ends her service at St Stephen’s with a presentation of a teacher’s Bible and a Memorial Rosary. The superintendent Mr Heko spoke in the Rector’s absence, and Miss Clifford thanked the choir and rector for their affectionate farewell.
The Harvest Festival at St Stephen’s Church of England drew large congregations both morning and evening. The service featured notable music including The Blessed Harvest Song by Spinney, Te Deum by Simper, and Mendelssohn pieces. The rector Rev Dr Rutledge preached on joy in harvest, with St Stephen’s choir praised as among the best country choirs.
The Christian Endeavour anniversary was celebrated in the Methodist Church at Mittagong with services at noon and 7:40 pm led by Reverend A. W. Parton and Reverend M. Maddern. Speeches urged continued Endeavour work and missionary progress, noting American church origins and the need to recruit more members.
Bowral officials met at the Town Hall to read nominations for alderman posts. Candidates from Oxley and Meritah wards included Christie, Jones, Mackenzie, Campbell, Kyngdon, and others. The Returning Officer announced two polling days, with debates over candidates and past council service amid modest public turnout.
The B D Cottage Hospital monthly meeting records the chair Hine We MeCourt and trustees Marsden George Wickham Hodge and others. Reports note water supply repairs, ward reconnoissance, and a board room proposal. patronage extended for a March entertainment with proceeds for the hospital.
A Monday evening performance by Jarley's Waxworks staged by Moldavaos Mendon and Rojla drew a large audience with extensive entertainment. The program featured a mix of theatrical acts and operatic pieces, with notable performers including Miss Barlow and Master Keigwin. audience reaction was mixed but generally favorable.
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