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Newspaper
Bowral Free Press
Location
Bowral, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 16, 1903
Page
2
A fragmented early 20th century note argues that seasonal change affects daily life and urges readers to consider cost efficiency. It emphasizes avoiding intermediate fees and paying only true value, urging prudent spending and safety awareness as colder weather approaches.
The Mitligong council received various items including a letter of condolence for the death of a local figure's wife and a loan proposal to fund the Town Hall mortgage. Alderman Wallis expressed sympathy, Owen’s loan for £400 at 6 percent for five years was noted, and Alex Hay presented a silver cap to the Wingecarribee Cricket Union now on view. The council discussed succession and local club reports, with Brerclore's camp cited for a past victory and potential future performance.
Local council discussions include a plan to boost improvements with a £40 grant and £50 match, a rent expansion proposal limited to £10 and concerns over financial credits. The meeting on Wednesday was to be addressed by aldermen and speakers on the town’s development and public works funding.
The R. C. Concert, to be held on the thth of May, promises a highly enjoyable program. It features yogue and drill displays, infant performances, a chafns-waiross vehicle on a chafns, and several recitations by young elocutionists. The show closes with a dean about happiness led by Mother Alar correcting her English and little Jane demonstrating that riches do not guarantee happiness.
The Bowral Brandil committee met on Thursday welcoming two new helpers, Mrs. Throaby and Mrs. Boyer, with Mr. Boyer as vice president. A £25 donation to the Building Fund was voted, plus £10 grounding from past savings toward share debt extinction. William Noller offered to continue Home of Rest support, and a new Physical Defil class was planned for alternate Tuesdays at the Home of Rest with a paid instructor. The next meeting is set for the 26th. membership fee remains ad per month. The April attendance totaled 179, and Miss Shortas’ committee seat will be vacant with leave requested for herself and Miss R. Morgan during their Sydney trip.
The Dan Barry Company staged When thy Sea Gives Up Its Dead at Bowral School of Ang on Wednesday night. Bob Napper and Mrs Maloney elicited constant laughter and the audience rose to excitement during the light weight championship fight scene. The production received high praise for polish, scenery, and overall first class entertainment, adding to Bowral’s list of fine performances by the company.
A Bowral Football Club meeting at the Fire Station elected officers led by President Ys Bley and Vice presidents Rev E Hargrave and others. The Berrima Camden Union fixtures begin today with Mittagong, Moss Vale, and Roberton set to clash as Bowral chooses its team from listed players for the Mittagong match.
A tennis meet at Kangralan con Wesdros Magnitorsiont features home team Roberton Pari Rangaloon edging out rivals. Final scores show several tight sets with key players Kinianoor and Sa nt delivering decisive wins for Roberton.
The Methodists’ Foreign Missionary Society conducted the annual service at Howral with Rev. F. Cayer and Rev. POC Mower delivering addresses. Reports highlighted Pacific island missions in Fiji New Guinea and New Britain and urged support. A Sunday and evening collection totaled specified funds and missionary boxes were distributed as prayers and appeals continued.
An audience admired a concert program featuring Narn Bowral and Mittagong amateur acts. The Bowral Oratorio Society opened with vocal pieces and violinist Cull Farguava and pianist Hy Salmon contributed, with a final drama entitled A Lady by Birich. The event closed warmly with the company’s thanks.
Fragmentary text describes Cham berlain's Balm and related remedies with dubious efficacy. Mentions names like Morgan and Choral with uncertain contexts and numbers. Overall unclear, no verifiable event or outcome.
Two young men named Valentine and Freenman went fishing on the Litke near Newcastle on Saturday. The boat capsized in unclear circumstances and both were presumed drowned after the boat was recovered at dawn Sunday. Rescue efforts have yet to locate the bodies as sympathy pours in from Bowral residents for the Valentine family including Mrs Valentine and siblings.
Sudden death announced for Murdock LeLeod, longtime Mittagong resident of about 30 years. Found on the floor Sunday morning while gardening, declined to heart failure per magisterial verdict. Funeral held Tuesday in Wesleyan cemetery with Rev J Dark officiating. arrangements managed by Ay and Hy Ale.
A golf contest will be played at Bowral Golf Links between eight players from the Goullure club and a local team of four. The match begins promptly at 1:30 p.m. after the midiay trail arrival. Players listed include Guyhenns Migs, RR Ruyten, We Ay Matting 5, Ay Middleton, W. Gs Pay, Gardiner, J Cole, Ward Hawn, Dr Ewan Frazer, Dr Val lack, BC WV Maraden, Be Grewlard, Miss Gavin Goonny C.1, Gunes, and Dr Thrashy.
An editorial argues that railway workers must end actions harming commerce and public welfare. It denounces strikes as illegal and warns unity is essential, stating government actions and worker loyalties must align to prevent civil strife and harm to state prosperity.
With 60,000 bags of wheat received from Adelaide, 6000 bags were rejected for inferior quality. Railway Commissioners plan to overhaul their truck reserve to support a promising harvest season.
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