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Queanbeyan & Braidwood · Pictures, dances & concerts

Pictures, dances & concerts, 1902

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District News. Bungendore. CONCERT

The Queanbeyan Observer · Tuesday 13 May 1902 · page 2

A CONCERT under the management of Mrs. Hargrave came off in the Temperance Hall on Friday night, the proceeds to go towards the School of Arts fund. A very…

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The Band Social

The Queanbeyan Observer · Friday 16 May 1902 · page 2

A MEETING of the committee of tho Fire Brigade Brass Band Social was held on Wednesday night last to make all necessary arrangements in connection with the…

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The Romance of Our First Century. (Copyright.) VIVID & Realistic Pictures of the Past. Part Iii. 1796—1801

The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal · Saturday 17 May 1902 · page 1

As the country became opened up and nettled, prosperity increased. The valley of the Hawkesbury wan taken up by a sturdy band of farmers. Windsor was founded…

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The Romance of Our First Century. Vivid & Realistic Pictures of the Past. Prat Iv. (Copyright.)

The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal · Saturday 24 May 1902 · page 1

"You are a keen rogue, Barrington, and don't lack impudence," said Hayes. "But tell me—was it you who wrote the prologue to the play they had the other night?"…

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Burra Ball

The Queanbeyan Observer · Tuesday 27 May 1902 · page 2

AS was predicted, the ball held at Mrs. Feagan's on Friday night in aid of St. Paul's church was a magnificent success, many persons travelling long distances to…

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Wattle Park Band of Hope

The Queanbeyan Observer · Friday 30 May 1902 · page 2

THE Band of Hope meeting was held at Wattle Park on Wednesday 21st May, Mr. C. W. Southwell occupied the chair. The programme was as follows:--Anthem,…

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Juvenile Dance

The Queanbeyan Observer · Friday 6 June 1902 · page 2

The success which attended the previous night's ball was again experienced at the juvenile dance. There were a large number of children present. Messrs. Gleeson,…

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The Band Social

The Queanbeyan Observer · Friday 6 June 1902 · page 2

PERHAPS one of most enjoyable and social gatherings which from time to time have taken place in Queanbeyan was held in the Protestant Hall on Tuesday night. As…

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Juvenile Ball

Queanbeyan Age · Saturday 7 June 1902 · page 2

On the following night (Wednesday) a juvenile ball was held. The attendance was considerably over 35 couples. Dancing was carried on in fine style until about two…

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Social. in Aid of the Queanbeyan Fire Brigade Brass Band

Queanbeyan Age · Saturday 7 June 1902 · page 2

The Social in aid of the Queanbeyan Fire Brigade Brass. Band eventuated last Tuesday night, and in keeping with the usual custom of all other such events in…

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A Theatre on Fire

Queanbeyan Age · Saturday 14 June 1902 · page 3

This happened recently, and a panic was only averted by the presence of mind of one of the actors He was taking the part of a comic sailor. When the fire broke out, and the…

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Table Tennis Ball Secrets

The Braidwood and Araluen Express and People's Advocate · Friday 20 June 1902 · page 4

One British trade secret has remained [?]discovered by the Americans, viz., how to produce xylonite table tennis balls absolately roun[?]. The British maker holds…

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Coronation Ball

The Queanbeyan Observer · Tuesday 24 June 1902 · page 2

THE above ball, promoted by the M.U. Order of Oddfellows, bids fair to be a most enjoyable affair. Preparations on a most elaborate scale are being made; good music…

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The Oddfellows' Ball

The Queanbeyan Observer · Friday 27 June 1902 · page 2

The above function was held in the Protestant Hall last night and was from every point af view an unqualified success. The ball was held under the auspices of the…

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Making a Billiard Ball

The Braidwood and Araluen Express and People's Advocate · Friday 27 June 1902 · page 2

Few persons who wield a billiard cue are aware of the time, trouble, and expense of making the ivory spheres…

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The Romance of Our First Century. (Copyright) VIVID & Realistic Pictures of the Past. Part Ix

The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal · Saturday 28 June 1902 · page 1

Mr. Barrington took a pinch of snuff, composed himself in a graceful attitude, and began:— "The lady whom you just now met, is a…

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The Oddtellows' Ball

Queanbeyan Age · Wednesday 2 July 1902 · page 2

Under the auspices of the Manchester Unity Order of Oddfellow's, the alive ball, which eventuated last Thursday night was a marked success. The attendance was…

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Ladies' Column Original London Letter. (All Rights Reserved.) a Lovely Theatre Mantle

The Queanbeyan Observer · Friday 11 July 1902 · page 2

WHICH is equally suited to wear as a 'sortie de bal.' or for a summer carriage wrap, is a thoroughly useful garment…

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'Play Ball.'

The Queanbeyan Observer · Friday 1 August 1902 · page 2

'Play ball!' The old[?]ery echoes o'er the peaceful vale of Cherry creek, and from the bleachers comes a roar as rows of rooters spring a leak! The batter…

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The Romance of Our First Century. Vivid & Realistic Pictures of the Past. Part Xiv

The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal · Saturday 2 August 1902 · page 1

One of the most notable gangs of bushrangers, in the early days of the settlement of Van Diemen's Land, was organised and led by a convict named Brady. This fellow…

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