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Newspaper
Bowral Free Press
Location
Bowral, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 06, 1903
Page
2
Bowral mayor forwards additional subscriptions to Sydney central committees. Donors include J B Hill J Beaven J L Smith J Elliott J Noble Perkins Baner Shield and others totalling £2 07 15 9d. Rav Fr Bhoriflan given banquet. he receives cheques totaling £100 prior to Ireland departure.
The Hospital Saturday effort in the Berrima District mobilized about 29 women collectors who toured Bowral and surrounding areas in a two-pronged campaign. They gathered from house to house and in streets, aided by two uniform nurses and local volunteers. Total collections reached 7 9, with officers hoping for 150 pounds local and 300 with government subsidy.
Districtwide collection figures are listed for Moss Vale Robertson Mittagong Exeter and other towns. Miss M Morrow and E Robb organized the drive at Kangaloon while stationmasters at Hill Top and Colo Vale reported totals. Grand total across the district is shown as recorded.
Lawn Tennis results from Bowral and Mittagong show pairs Wallack Payton defeating Cotter Price 100 to 1 in Gent's Doubles and Sheldon beating Beer 100 to 69 in Gent's Singles. Mittagong lists Ladies Singles Mine Kell over Dawson 75 08, Edwards over Campbell 75 42, and several other singles and doubles results with scores around 100 00.
A Bowral Christian Endeavor Rally drew poor attendance due to rain despite a warm welcome for Revs. F. C Boyer and W. N Look. Rev T Davies spoke, with Mr T Noble replying, and Bowral members served refreshments after a pleasant program featuring readings and musical items.
The verse notes chills and coughs common in winter as winds and cold temperaments weaken children. It urges cautious guardians to obtain a remedy labeled Woona' Gurat Parpmaout Come to ease the sickly season.
An evening entertainment at Arta on Feeley street supported St Jude’s prize fund and debt assessment. Mr Charles Meikleham starred in conjuring acts while performances by Miss Southey Mrs J B Hill and others delighted the audience. A dramatic moment saw a gold watch battered flat on a table and a loaf yielding a golden limepiece amid light humor and songs.
From Friday evening the Rev Thus Davies spoke in aid of the Kangaloon Mutual Improvement Society charging a silver coin. The audience praised the lecture on Joseph Arch and his journey to the House of Commons. Mr J I Noble presided and thanks were given. The society's week saw five minute talks and photography interest grows in Kangaloon. The Wanganrood Dairy Co held a half year meeting noting 195,239 gallons milk of which 141,243 separated and 75,996 butter produced with price trends favorable to suppliers. St Mark's vestry re-elected church wardens and carried a £19 18s 10d balance forward.
A weekly MinitnB School meeting reports new members and book purchases. Condolence sent to Mrs Hilder for the death of Mr John Hilder, with secretary Nichola and White coordinating. Also notes on a firearms club match Burrawang versus Kangaroo Valley, and health tips promoting Chamberlain's Pain Balm and Chamberlain's stomach and liver tablets.
Postponed from Easter Monday, bicycle sports were held on the Recreation Ground last Saturday. Fine weather and large public turnout accompanied heats across events with several prizes and times recorded, including main sprint and endurance races.
A public meeting at Bowral Town Hall endorsed a testimonial for Mr J M Christie upon his removal. Alderman Kyngdon urged a tangible token, a travelling hag was suggested, a subscription list was opened for funds up to half a crown, and the Mayor and Mr Farrow were named to lead the effort with the Commercial Bank to host lists.
The ladies of Yarranga organise a grand social at Valer Park on Wednesday 18th iat in aid of the Berrima District Cottage Hospital. The event supports the hospital and village fundraising across the district, aiming to boost donations and recognition for the charity.
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