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Newspaper
Robertson Mail
Location
Robertson, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 20, 1929
Page
3
A column blends humorous verse and anecdotes from Australian life. It recalls soldiers social gatherings, jokes about toasts to the ladies and families, and a pub dog tale with a retriever fetching a stone from a roof within seconds.
Morning at Fig-Tree Farm follows a bustling scene as a father hunts for a letter and missing items while quarrels over a shirt cuff and a broken collar stud erupt. A woman enters with a stern order to fetch decent wood, as Nell and Sis are away, leaving chores piling up.
A reader critiquing the council for moving an old man from a shack while ignoring brickworks smoke pollution. The writer cites nuisance from soot harming homes and clothes, noting the impact on poor residents and urging Alderman Mowle to act.
A letter argues that Bowral ladies should urge the Aldermen to advance bath construction, but suggests the Council should act proactively without outside pressure.
An advertisement touts Phosphorenea Iron nerve tablets from EL Brake in Bowral and other chemists. It claims to restore vigor and lift mood for those feeling tired, overworked, or despondent, with a refund if not satisfied.
MET I, a six year old dark bay pony under 14 hands, compact and docile, sired by Sit eats and from Comet L dam. He has won multiple prizes at Newcastle Dungog Kiama and more, with a notable line including Comet and Almac. Price £210 6s per mare. For particulars apply Stan Shepherd Bowral.
A letter suggests a volunteer effort to build public baths in a country town after observing Boy Scouts excavate for big baths. The writer cites Rest Room success and asks Aldermen to lead, noting land and concrete as main costs beyond materials.
A Sydney reader laments domestic production limits, arguing for importing ice, bread, butter, flour, gold, cream, teachers, scholars, and newspapers. The letter questions independence in an era of global trade and suggests policies favoring foreign goods and personnel.
On Saturday evening Bowral Horse Show Society officials Bryce Beard and William Pickles visited Campbelltown Show Society with Hector Lamond. The meeting discussed a Spring Show schedule, sharing administration details and hospitality followed by light refreshments. The event aimed to strengthen relations between the two show societies and was deemed a complete success.
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