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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 25, 1910
Page
6
An obituary notes Sir J R Copley a 90 year old shoemaker from Surfleet Lincolnshire passed away. The tale recalls a silk hat given on his birth, his lifelong use of the hat, and his death. Other local tributes include gifts to Miss E M Yeo and presentations at Port Macquarie and Yass events.
A ploughman on Lord Ludlow's estate near Westbury on May 13 uncovered a leaden coin two feet beneath the surface. Mr. Cunningham of the Wits Archaeological Society believes the site held a Roman settlement and that the burial dates from that era.
A large gathering attended the autosocial reunion of the Liverpool District Cricket Club. Rev H J Noble presided and the Mayor Alderman Webster presented season trophies to team and B team members. Watt of gold sleeve links and a traveling bag were awarded to treasurer Mr H Orr and secretary Mr Moon for service to the club.
The Cinderaile Oral Carnival Ball at Sydney Town Hall on June 3 raised funds for Women’s Hospital Crown Street despite rain. About 100 attendees filled the galleries with floral sets, lanterns hung from the ceiling, and nurses in uniform sold dolls and treats for the hospital. A procession led by Father Time moved center hall with a maypole all around by Peach Blossom designs and 19 distinct sets featured numerous participants with elaborate arrangements.
The June 18 event at the Criterion Theatre featured elaborate flower displays with arrangements by Mrs. MacNeil Simpson and group leaders presiding. A large audience attended the program including notable guests as the ball committee reported strong support and fundraising totals for hospital needs.
A detailed report covers hospital society praise for bachelor volunteers at an opening ceremony led by Alderman Linne, plus a bridge and euchre night at Mosman Town Hall that raised funds for Elap. North Steyne Surf Club held a grand ball at the Brookyall hotel with club colors on display and notable guests, while a Minna event at Byrne's New Brigton Hotel celebrated Mr. Pearce’s service with gifts and a gala. A forthcoming July 7 function via the Lawnet association is noted, and a Roseville Rail Station visit honors the forthcoming marriage of Mr. Connell riding to a long and happy career.
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