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Newspaper
Robertson Mail
Location
Robertson, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 10, 1929
Page
2
The listing records limited sale items with prices at McNaught’s: 80 pairs of high grade felt slippers priced at 5 shillings 6 pence. ladies tan riding boots at 27 shillings 6 pence. pricing for other boots at 9 shillings 11 pence and 45 shillings. The text ends abruptly with “To.”
Mr Willan Briggs leads opposition to Bowral traffic regulations as Aldermen argue extensions to 30 or 45 minutes and broader parking limits. Petitions claim stores and trade will suffer while police enforcement and congestion are weighed against safety in main street.
The Bowral council debates overhead costs and staff wages, comparing Bowral with nearby towns. The mayor and Aldermen debate staff levels and expenses, noting wage rises and the impact on rates. The town clerk’s figures show Bowral’s costs, with mixed views on efficiency and past improvements.
Mrs Weedon led a happy Bowral crowd at a Thursday night dance in aid of the C W A Rest Room. Local and Southern Highlands attendees supported the event, with an orchestra, supper, and a fashionable display of outfits by Misses Callan, Venables, Langton, and many others. The fundraiser aims to benefit the CWA fund, with receipts totaling over six hundred pounds.
Ray Crawford and Bruce Bushby spark Bowral win as Gardner’s Road battles to a hard fought draw. The match features lingering pride as spectators note improved play and a strong, even contest with both sides showing pace and teamwork amidst a tense finish.
High Wins in City football club played Chardiner's Mond Evening Con tmuntion Behoolst Sydney on Batur slay Inst they won by six. Kingsall Headmaster of the Continuation Behool did not leave A Wine untarned to maker the viel jan enjoyable and memorable one. The vid proved Interesting and Instructive with lessons on factory life. The boys visited the American Glass Manufacturing Co works at Central station and the boys were treated to a meal at Mas axe High School. Mr King praised the pupils and Mr Tansdsle of Bow fol High School accompanied the party.
A garbled report recalls Bowral Soccer tying a Wagga Cup game after a hard effort by Bowral players. The piece notes the long journey and the extreme strain on players, with a late two goal play affecting the result.
A local notice outlines the Bowral Automobile Club Ball set for Thursday night with the event described as the street’s most successful belt of the season. The hospital ball also features in the week’s social calendar, with organizing committees preparing for a well attended affair.
A fragmented notice hints at a tasting preview for Saube Chocolates and Candiga products. The readable text suggests a launch event with focus on quality and flavor, inviting fans to sample selections and celebrate a new line.
A partial OCR fragment lists various household items and brands such as Sunlight Soap Custard Powder Toiletry Soap Cocoa Tomato Sauce and Vinegar with scattered quantities and sizes. The text appears as a rough catalog segment rather than a complete ad. No clear dates or prices are legible.
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