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Newspaper
St George Call
Location
St George, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 24, 1910
Page
5
The correspondence from J. KR. G. and others examines editorial rhetoric and potential libel risks. References to The Call and a water brigade imply heated local politics, with warnings about printing inflammatory material and the impact on an election and public discourse.
Opening night last Saturday attracted a large crowd with admired window alterations. Mrs. Turner hosted afternoon tea for many attendees. St Patrick's Juvenile dance advertised for Wednesday at Brett's with prizes for original boy and girl costumes. A unique skating carnival costume used grocery labels from W Adams stock. The season’s final skating carnival follows Wednesday with a large prize list for posters costumes races.
Albert E. Austin and Elsie Mabel Wright wed at St John’s Church Rockdale on August 12 with Rev A Noble Burton performing. The bride wore white Swiss muslin and bouquets, with three bridesmaids and two groomsmen. A reception followed at Batchaker and the couple departed next day on the Norseman for South Africa.
Alderman Taylor and Labor hopeful W Kt Bagnall press ahead with night meetings across centres aided by figures including Mr Garland and Mr Oakes. Reverend Crawford spoke at Kogarah School of Arts with strong response. Liberal ladies of Sans Souis hosted a well attended gathering led by Mrs Mosely. Returning Officer Halstead announced nominations for St George: William Roy Clifford Bagnall and William Taylor from Rockdale.
The St George Sailing and Motor Boat Club launches the 1910 11 season with a rendezvous for all boats at Bans Souci on Saturday October 1. Expected 18 to 20 boats including local motor boats. Regatta preparations for Eight-hour day near completion and entries close tonight at Strouds Hotel Kogarah.
A tennis clash at Sutherland last Saturday saw Sutherland defeat Hurstville B by 9 sets 54 games to 20. Readouts include pairs Small and Smith versus Waddell and Terry and several mixed doubles lineups featuring Miss Harber, Mrs Barter, Miss O'Brien, and others.
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