Mintaro News
MINTARO. August 31. —Anglicanism.— The repairs to the Anglican Church have been completed, and the place now presents a very respectable appearance. The opening services were conducted by Archdeacon Bussell, Deacons Sewell and Perrin, and clergyman from Burra assisting. There was a large attendance. —Bible Society.— The British and Foreign Bible Society held their annual meeting in the Wesleyan Church on Thursday evening. There was a good attendance. The deputation (Rev. E. Gratton, of Petersburg) addressed the meeting, and afternoon tea and supper were provided by the ladies. On Firday evening the Rev. E. Gratton lectured to a fair audience in the Wesleyan Church, the subject being— “Always look on the bright side.”
Mintaro News
MINTARO. August 15.— A meeting was held at the Mintaro public school on Saturday afternoon to consider the advisability of inaugurating a public school art and industrial exhibition. It was decided to invite several business firms to send articles of interest for exhibition and instruction, and a committee of ladies and gentlemen has been formed. It is generally admitted that the class of work (more particularly manual) done at the public schools is well worthy of more prominent notice than it usually receives. The head teacher (Mr. A. March) is the prime mover in the undertaking, and Mrs. March provided afternoon tea for the visitors. August 19. — The alterations, repairs, and renovations to the old Primitive Methodist Church recently acquired by the trustees of the Anglican Church, are now complete. The consecration service was held on Thursday, representatives from Adelaide, Burra, Auburn, and surrounding districts were present. The ceremony was performed by Archdeacon Bussell, assisted by the Revs. W. Eugene Perrin and Sewell, Mrs. Perrin officiating at the organ. The service was successfully conducted, and the adherents of the Anglican body are to be complimented upon having acquired a property in a convenient and central position in the town. The Institute Hall was for many years used by that body for Divine worship. Miss Doswell and Miss Una Grantley will alternately preside at the organ at future services. Mr. Arthur, of Manoora, was the contractor.
Snow
Snow.— It is not often that residents of this district are privileged to see a fall of snow, but an opportunity of doing so was afforded them on Sunday last at about noon. The fall was a very light one, but flakes continued to fall for some time, seeming to melt away as soon as they reached the ground. Some of the youths of the neighborhood were hopeful of indulging in a snowball fight during the afternoon, but their ardor for the fray had to be postponed until Nature becomes more propitious to their desires.
Mintaro News
MINTARO. August 4. — The Primitive Methodist Church is fast losing its old and familiar appearance. After remaining idle and unattended for many years, and just when it seemed doomed to become a decayed wreck, it changed hands, and now the building has been acquired by the trustees of the Anglican Church, who are having it renovated. The contractor, Mr. Arthur, of Manoora, is rapidly pushing on the work. Next Sunday is expected to be the last occasion on which the institute will be utilised for church services. — A most enjoyable dance and social was recently held in the local hall in aid of the church building fund, and was well attended. Mrs. W. T. Mortlock and Miss Doswell were the prime movers. It is proposed to hold a bazaar early in November for the same object. — Owing to the wet weather gold digging has been on the wane for the past fortnight, but prospectors are hoping to take up the work with renewed energy, later on, with a view of discovering the reef, which no doubt exists in the vicinity. — There is abundance of game in the district at present, and large numbers of hares and rabbits are constantly being bagged by local sportsmen. Foxes are also plentiful. A farmer found a number of valuable turkeys slaughtered on his farm one morning, and has decided to sit up at night for awhile in the hope of entertaining Reynard with a rifle.
Mintaro News
MINTARO. August 8. —Restoring a Church.— Great improvements are being made to the old Methodist Church, which is being renovated and restored to quite a respectable appearance. For a long time the building had been in a dilapidated condition, but since it became the property of the Anglican Church trustees improvements have been made. The contractor (Mr. Arthur) has pushed the work along, and intends, if possible, to have the building completed by Wednesday, August 10. Mr. Geo. Scarfe, has charge of the flagstone work in the chancel, and has made a first-class job of it. A Cinderella dance in connection with the above church was held in the Institute Hall on Wednesday last, and was largely attended. —Sports.— At a meeting on Friday for the purpose of considering the advisability of holding the annual children’s sports. It was resolved that sports be held on Friday, September 1, on the Mintaro Recreation Ground. Messrs J. A. Jacobs and A. March were appointed judges ; J. L. Ryan and Phil. Williams, handicappers ; and G. D. Paul starter. A programme of 20 events was drawn out, and Messrs. Brown and Priaulx were appointed collectors, with Messrs W. N. Rowe and Priaulx as secretaries. A good day’s sport is anticipated for the children.
Mintaro News
MINTARO. August 4. – The Primitive Methodist Church is fast losing its old and familiar appearance. After remaining idle and unattended for many years, and just when it seemed, doomed to become a decayed wreck, it changed hands, and now the building has been acquired by the trustees of the Anglican Church, who are having it renovated. The contractor, Mr. Arthur, of Manoora, is rapidly pushing on the work. Next Sunday is expected to be the last occasion on which the institute will be utilised for church services.—A most enjoyable dance and social was recently held in the local hall in aid of the church building fund, and was well attended. Mrs. W. T. Mortlock and Miss Doswell were the prime movers. It is proposed to hold a bazaar early in November for the same object.—Owing to the wet weather gold digging has been on the wane for the past fortnight, but prospectors are hoping to take up the work with renewed energy later on, with a view of discovering the reef, which no doubt exists in the vicinity.—There is abundance of game in the district at present, and large numbers of hares and rabbits are constantly being bagged by local sportsmen. Foxes are also plentiful. A farmer found a number of valuable turkeys slaughtered on his farm one morning, and has decided to sit up at night for awhile in the hope of entertaining Reynard with a rifle.
Mintaro News
MINTARO. March 31.—A meeting of members of the Anglican Church was held at Mintaro Central on Wednesday evening, when it was decided to purchase the Primitive Church, which has not been in use for many years, from Mr. W. T. Mortlock. For some time past services have been conducted in the institute by the Rev. F. Searle, B.A., of Auburn. A committee of ladies and gentlemen interested in church matters was formed. The church, which is a substantial building, standing in a good position, is to be thoroughly renovated, and made suitable to hold services in. — For some time fortnightly meetings have been held in the Methodist schoolroom by the ladies’ auxiliary in connection with foreign mission work. The leader (Mrs. J. Fry) and her helpers are hopeful of being able to forward a large box of useful things for the natives at Easter. — A little son of Mr. George Smith met with an accident on Tuesday last. Whilst playing in a room he opened a door leading to a cellar and fell to the bottom. The little fellow escaped with a large cut on the forehead and a severe shaking.
Mintaro News
MINTARO. February 14.—Harvest thanksgiving services in connection with the Mintaro Central Methodist Church were held on Sunday last. Services were conducted in the morning by the Rev. S. C. Mugford (Auburn), and in the evening by the Rev. H. Trewren (Mintaro). Special anthems were rendered by the choir, Miss Talbot acting as organist. The church was tastefully decorated with the many products of the season. The annual picnic in connection with the church will be held on the grounds of Mr. William Skilly on Wednesday.—A fire broke out on the premises belonging to Messrs. Main Brothers, about two miles from the town, last week. Fortunately, it was discovered before much damage was done, and neighbors assembled in great force, and soon extinguished the flames. February 10.—The annual harvest thanksgiving picnic in connection with the Mintaro, Auburn, Hoyleton, and Watervale circuit was held on the grounds of Mr. Williams, Skilley, on Wednesday. The tables were laden with good things, provided by the members of the church and other friends. Various games were provided for young and old. Tennis matches were played between clubs from Mintaro, Hoyleton, and Watervale. The proceeds amounted to £26.—Mr. George Montgomery, who has carried on business for the past 14 years as general storekeeper, has disposed of his business to Mr. J. Denton, of Waterloo, and intends leaving shortly for Western Australia, whither several members of his family have already preceded him.
CLARE, NORTHERN ARGUS
CLARE, November 5. Present— Councillors Lloyd (chairman,) Brinkworth, Koslowski, Pattullo, and Penna. Overseer’s report read and approved. Letter from Survey Office, stating that £20 had been granted for wire netting, for Messrs. E. Cross, A. McKinnon, and W. J. Maynard, and that the netting had been sent to Clare. Letter from Crown Lands Office re rabbits, received. Resolved that Clerk give notice to destroy rabbits — and see that the notices are complied with, and if not take action against all offenders. Chairman and Overseer to inspect Trilling’s Hill, and get ruts filled if Stanley District Council is agreeable to pay half cost. Mr. Hibbard, of Penworthman, to be allowed to grub trees on road at back of his house. Mr. Coombes allowed 14 days’ extension of time for his contract at Bumburney. Overseer to send Coyle to Kenny’s bridge to repair tbe pitch-paving. Clerk to write to Mr. Bidgood re exchange of road at Emu Flat. Mr. Faulkner to be allowed to take water for building from the creek at Sevenhills. T. Martin to fill ruts and turn off water from bis place to Verran’s for 25s. Councillor Pattullo to get ruts filled near Stanley Flat Chapel. Tenders accepted.— Contract 50, W. Prater; contract 69, J. Barowski. A. Coombes to fill ruts near Mrs. White’s for £2. Receipts, £131 9s 8d. Payments, £85 5s 7d. Board of Health. — Officer of Health reported serving notice to Chairman of School Board of Advice to enlarge Stanley Flat School.
MINTARO BIBLE SOCIETY
MINTARO. August 27.— The annual meeting of the Mintaro branch of the British and Foreign Bible Society was held in the Methodist Church on Tuesday evening. Addresses were given by Rev. L. Robjohns, B.A. (deputation), and others. Mr. Sando occupied the chair. The Rev. H. Trewren proposed, and Mr. J. Tickle seconded a vote of thanks. Anthems were rendered by the choir, and the report was read by Mr. H. March. The officers were all re-elected. — A concert in aid of the building fund in connection with the Anglican Church was given in the Institute Hall tonight, and was a decided success. Mrs Hammond played the overture, which preceded a lecturette on “Mary Queen of Scots” and a tableaux, Mrs. W. T. Mortlock represented the queen. The others who contributed to the programme were Misses Talbot, Ward, and Hammond, Mesdames Mortlock, Power, and Hammond, Mr. Hammond, and Masters Montgomery and J. O’Connell. The proceeds amounted to a little over £10.— The old Primitive Church has been bought by Mr. W. T. Mortlock, and the leading members of the Anglican Church are moving in the matter of securing a suitable building for holding regular services.