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Newspaper
Burra Record
Location
Burra, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 28, 1902
Page
3
A rural scene follows Red Bob and Cora as suitors press for affection amid family tensions. George Wilson contemplates inheritance, a farm future, and the impact of a possible match, while Cora and Algernon Lyth discuss romance and home life. The narrative moves through picniclike garden scenes, parental interference, and social expectations, ending with the couple’s uncertain future as the next chapter unfolds.
District Council notes maintenance payments and road lengths while listing retirements of Crs Ward Jenkins Langsford and others followed by appointment of retiring officer. Australian Mutual Provident Society reports May Sydney meeting. 14 357 policies, £4 753 064 gross, £130 910 premium revenue, net in-force up by £2 160 800, deaths rising with £3 ... (text truncates).
The passage touts Wolfe's Schnapps as a reliable restorative with claims of energizing effects. It emphasizes the society's traditional management style and the gratifying results for members, heralding the product as a cordial that renews vigor, urinary strength, and stomach comfort.
The scene shows Cre a Jones accusing a cat of stealing four ounces of butter from a landlady. He scolds the feline as the landlady explains the remainder left on the table and notes the intruder’s comfort on the mat. Jones laments the alleged theft with a jocular yet stern tone.
An Adelaide document from November 2950 discusses Vita Dato as a remedy for a patient with severe symptoms including internal hemorrhages and weakness. Cameron storekeeper of Gawler and S.A. Palmer in Adelaide are named as involved parties with testimony by Geo. R Davis. The piece notes public skepticism and mentions pricing for the medicine and related correspondence.
A wealthy young woman begs a famed doctor to help her nurse wounded troops in the Transvaal. The physician warns of stern training in London’s fever wards and a realistic assignment, steering her away from nursing infectious cases toward a Vietoris Crass ward.
A report from a mining area near Coolgardie describes the death of three carpenters and the widow receiving supposed marriage offers. The claims involve the attending doctor, undertaker, clergy, pharmacist, cemetery custodian, and a crowd of locals, suggesting spinster emigrants fare well in Australia.
The article reports a catastrophic eruption in Envertons the West Inpias area causing about 0,900 homeless residents in the surrounding county. It notes thousands killed and many others seeking relief by fleeing into the sex.
A powerful committee in London, representing Great Britain’s wealthier interests, plans a broad program of theatres music halls clubs and races for colonial and Indian troops during the Coronation period next month. Provincial firms offer help though not all proposals can be accepted.
An article reports a Ladies nomination rifle match held May 21 and 24 with 41 members nominated. Mrs W Edwards and J T Pearce led arrangements with Miss A Pesce aiding. Weather was ideal and spectators numerous as shooters demonstrated growing proficiency. Top scores included G Herbert 2 score, E Riggs 93, Maud Rees winning against EB Ayres and Mrs Herbert.
CHUCHA BENT May 24 reports a man named Evan's son from Burnoog who slipped while caving near a riser tank and struck his head, leaving him stunned. The incident sent him into the river with no serious injuries. Funeral notes indicate Rowhill cemetery involvement with Mr Retallick. A local settler at Warram was fined for keeping a pet kangaroo.
A fragmented clipping reports diverse items across many domains. Mentions high copper price, wheat per bushel, rainfall needs, a large fire in Diet Street, and a drop in bands in Wella roo and Moontaguines. Notes on Burrs Slag Extraction ceasing, Hon W B Rounsevell visiting Burra, and debates on a federal tariff. Reports robberies of jewellery in Melbourne, a death of B Heinrich of Freeline, and mass homelessness in West Indies eruptions. Also notes Redruth Methodiam event, a Redrath Jubilee Hall opening banquet, and Boer conflict caution. Mentions horse cart incident near Paradise, coronation cheer fund in Adelaide, and NSW old-age pensions. Ends with Anthrax outbreak in Kapunda, a fatal Brinkworth fire, a mischievous boy incident at Expunda, and a staff mishap with shaving.
In a quirky schoolroom vignette Tommy, a bright student with a love of subjects, struggles with math as his teacher Deanne questions why his sums always overshoot. The scene hints at a deeper mix of curiosity and mischief in a lighthearted educational moment.
May 28 meeting notes include clearance of a contract for Alverdeen waterworks and bids for a pipe of rutile, plus directives to notify privy owners. Local health board warns premises to remove privies and inspect water supply wells. Greenwood Dramatic Company performed My Sweetheart and Rast Lynne with high praise for their efficiency and audience appeal.
A 16 year old Ko Ann Ocannett faced police court custody after accusations of wrongdoing within her family circle. The report notes the girl travelled with a friend, and authorities placed her at Kapur Reformatory School. Witnesses recall tension and a muted response from Ocannett when questioned, with the court addressing her conduct and possible rehabilitation.
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