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Newspaper
Bowral Free Press
Location
Bowral, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 23, 1905
Page
2
A Sunday school plan in Balmain draws families with songs and readings led by Rector Ut 8 okn'e. The event features a community supper and performances by local voices including a chorus and soloists. Organizers emphasize inclusivity and safety for all attendees.
Bowral Council meets with Aldermen including Oxley and Murray. They approve deepening a paddock well and request ministerial support for the Local Government Bill changes. Discussion covers footbridge renewal at Bong Bong, quarry stone pricing, and finances. Deliberations on nuisance cattle, derelict shop, and a damaged Base Street property lead to enforcement actions. A dressmaking class fee error is corrected, with Miss Guille teaching in council chambers.
The writer argues socialism aligns with a higher social state but warns against private trusts and profit motives. They reference the voice of the people, Australia’s experience, and the need for unselfish feeding of society. They praise heroism and sympathy, urging reform from within.
A fragmentary dated missive references Ella W Wilcoe and broader ideals of knowledge duty and universal good. The text includes a closing with the name Fred Allman and appears to be signed from Mesa Vale on September 1st, 195.
Friendly Societies' Union meeting minutes describe a complex program with references to figures such as Roberton Half Aquaideon Tannnen and G Tilberta. The text lists attendees, ceremonial roles, and plans for a procession and auction. It notes a recall vote and calls for brethren to attend and organize committees. A line about a cough remedy and local distribution ends the fragment.
An obituary notes the death of Mey Dr Rutledge at age 53. The piece lists survivors including a daughter and mentions his training and long service as a physician in Gyimy Wil and Sydney. It references church affiliations and local elegies, with several names in attendance at the funeral and burial in England.
Oto Queensland Mr G H Crowther and family leave Bowral for Queensland after purchasing 2000 acres at Malunginavel station near Commba railway station. He notes Queensland laws favor settlers with land terms and railway passes. A bush fire once threatened 1000 acres but rains spared loss. he reports health ad and local note.
The Moss Vale Daffodil Show and Miniworking Children's Pageant Opening was staged in Moss Vale Hall. The event featured displays of daffodils, weather challenges, and a memorial in honor of Rev. Fr. Rutledge. Mayor De Laighton-Jones opened the proceedings, with contributions from local officials and supporters.
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