Wedding at Seven Hills
ALDGATE GIRL WED AT SEVEN HILLS Reardon—Nottley THE marriage was solemnised of Margaret, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P. W. Reardon, of Aldgate, to Clive Nottley of Melbourne, in St. Aloysius’ Catholic Church, Seven Hills at 10 a.m. with Nuptial Mass celebrated by Rev. Father Faulkner, of Woodville (cousin of bride). The church was beautifully decorated by Altar Society at Seven Hills with white arum lillies, pink and mauve rhododendrams and sweet peas. The bride entered the church on the arm of her father, and looked charming in a white brussels lace over shell pink nylon tulle frock, featuring heart shape neckline with pleated tulle inset. A very long lace train fell from her very full skirt, and the finger tip white tulle veil was held in place with a pale pink tiny head-hugging crown. She carried a white rosary and prayer book, with trailers of white ribbon and azalias. The three bridesmaids, Betty Reardon, Joan Reardon (bride’s sisters) and Merrilin Nottley (bridegrooms sister) were dressed alike in blue nylon tulle (with diamente studded bodice) ballerina length frocks, with head hugging hats of blue tulle (daintily trimmed with lily-of-the valley, blue gloves and silver shoes. They carried a white prayer book with trailing ribbons, pink carnations and pink azalias. The bridegroom was attended by Vin Nottley (best man), Gordon Haynes and Don Reardon (groomsmen). During the ceremony and signing of the register, Miss Molly Raffety, of Prospect, sang three hymns. Organiste was Miss Martha Noble of Seven Hills. As the bride left the church a horse shoe was hung on her arm by her two-year-old Godchild, John Faulkner (bride’s cousin). A reception was held in the Mintaro Institute, where 100 guests were received. The floral decorations were carried out in rhododendrans, sweet-peas and roses and pink hawthorn by Mrs Hill of Mintaro (bride’s cousin) Mr. Vin Jenner (bride’s uncle), was M.C. and the usual toasts were honored. For going away the bride chose a blue-grey faille suite (fitted) with black shoes, bag and gloves, rose pink hat and pink orchid shoulder spray. The couple motored to Adelaide and will honeymoon at American River. On their return they will take up residence at Mitcham, Victoria. The bride’s mother wore an aqua-green crepe frock with beaded bodice, black accessories and a golden rose shoulder spray. Bridegroom’s mother chose a light grey suit, black accessories and a shoulder spray of red roses. roses. (sic) Guests came from many parts of the State and four car loads from Victoria, including the bridegroom’s parents and family. The bride’s sister, Betty (1st bridesmaid) came from Geelong.
Methodist Centenary
“After 100 years” METHODIST CENTENARY AT MINTARO. (Contributed.) Yes! after 100 years of worship and praise the Methodist Church at Mintaro is still a working force in the community. On Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 30 and 31, the Centenary Celebrations brought many people to Mintaro in answer to invitations extended by the present church congregation and trustees. Visitors could be found in the gathering from very many parts of the State. It was estimated that over 100 attended the Saturday evening gathering at 8 p.m. An inspiring service of worship and praise set a high note for such an occasion. The service was conducted by the Rev. Clem Christopher (Chairman of the District), and the preacher was the President of the Conference, the Rev. G. S. Wellington. The address was most inspiring, and the meeting closed with the Benediction of the President. All then adjourned to the Old Church Hall, which is 100 years old — here a short program was interspersed by a report and reminiscences together with an interesting history of the Church Trust working through 100 years. The items were rendered by Mrs. Nicholls of Auburn, Mrs. Angel and Miss Fay Hean. The splendid response to the request for reminiscences kept the evening going very brightly and happily and one must add profitably, for much of that which was said was testimony to the worth and place of the church in the individaul (sic) experiences. On Sunday morning, the church was crowded to capacity and additional seats were required down the aisles. It is estimated the congregation numbered more than 250 people. Pastor Houston led the first part of the devotions, and then welcomed all including the Guest Speaker, the Rev. G. S. Wellington, who then conducted the remainder of a very wonderful service. The President spoke on the Text 1 Sam.7.12—”Hitherto hath the Lord helped Us.” He linked past with present and showed to us a real responsibility to the future, but God is with us, and what ever happens, this is best of all. Luncheon was served by the ladies at the Institute Hall, and some 275 were privileged to enjoy a wonderful repast. Civic bodies were represented by Mr. Hall and Mr. and Mrs. Jenner, also we were very honored to have Mr. Quirke M.P. with us. Mr. Quirke and Mr. Jenner spoke as opportunity arose. Two notable ex-residents, notable in that they were the oldest present, Miss Priualx and Mrs. S. Torr did the honours in the ceremony of the cake, which was beautifully made by Mrs. Davis. The afternoon service was at 2.30 p.m., and again the gather ing was hard to accommodate in the fine old Mintaro Church. The afternoon Speaker was a past Minister the Rev. B. S. Howland, of “horse play” fame. He gave a very inspiring address besides which he received on behalf of the Trust a Baptismal Font, given by Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Sandow in memory of Mr. Sandow’s late parents. The Rev. Howland dedicated the Font in an impressive way and then Mr. and Mrs. Ross Sandow’s daughter, Helen Mary, was baptized by him from the new Font. This account however would be far from complete if it did not record the splendid way in which the Gawler Men’s Choir led our worship of praise. The choir harmony in the message of song, was a fitting expression of what we all seemed to experience in that wonderful gathering. We were all with one accord and with God — the Solo works of Mr. R. Goldsworthy and Mrs. Angel were glorious inspirations to hearts ready to praise their God. The Centenary has passed and the crowd has gone, but God is still with us — and the Future ahead of us.
Sandow Wedding
Married on Saturday, Mr. and Mrs. John Sandow will live at Trelawney, Mintaro. The bride, formerly Miss Gypsey Castine, of Watervale, wore white bubble satin, with a mediaeval collar, and a slight train. Pink, white and blue flowers decorated Kent Town Methodist Church, filled little Christine Sandow’s rustic basket, and made chaplets for bridesmaids, Misses Beverley Laycock, and Joy Murdock.
Brides
Brides Miss Gypsey Castine will come from Marella, Watervale for her first city pre-wedding party tomorow (sic) night. Miss Beverley Laycock, of Westbourne Park, who will be bridesmaid when Gypsey marries Mr. John Sandow on November 6, will give the party. Miss Joy Murdoch will be another bridesmaid and Christine Sandow flower girl. Country hostesses for Gypsey were Mesdames Kenneth and Ross Sandow, at Mintaro, and Miss Margaret Jones, of Clare, who entertained last night.
Methodist Church Centenary
MINTARO METHODIST CHURCH CENTENARY You are invited to celebrate with us the One Hundredth Anniversary of the Opening of this Chapel on Saturday, October 30, at 8 p.m. also on Sunday, October 31st at 11 a.m. and 2.30 p.m. LUNCHEON AT 12.30 P.M. SPECIAL MUSIC BY THE GAWLER CHOIR THE GUEST SPEAKERS WILL BE: THE REV. G. S. WELLINGTON and REV. B. S. HOWLAND. — EVERYBODY WELCOME — K. A. SANDOW, Hon. Sec., Mintaro Tel. 17.
Football Final
Great Finish by Sevenhill in ‘B’ Grade Preliminary Final. MINTARO DEFEATED BY 4 POINTS IN GRUELLING FIGHT. (By ‘Follower.’) AFTER having been outplayed by Mintaro for three and a half quarters Sevenhill played a devastating last 15 minutes to take the ‘B’ Grade Preliminary Final at Clare on Saturday. Mintaro led all the way until they were headed about 2 minutes before the final bell. In an inspired burst of football which was as sudden as it was unexpected Sevenhill scored 4 goals 2 behinds to nil to win by 4 points. Thus the two ‘babies’ of the Association will meet in the Grand Final next Saturday at Saddleworth. Although both Tarlee and Sevenhill will naturally have their loyal supporters, the interests of Football will be equally served whichever team wins. It is quite fitting that these two Clubs have now risen to the top from their humble beginnings of a few years ago. The Clare Club had the Oval in first-class order and were able to supply 4 gatekeepers; but were not able to carry out the full local arrangements for the match on account of Clare ‘A’ contesting the Grand Final at Riverton. However the Sevenhill and Mintaro Clubs cooperated to supply time-keepers and boundary umpires and Farrell Flat supplied goal umpires. Sevenhill ladies provided afternoon tea. Central Umpire was M. Castle of the S.A.N.F.U.A. Goal umpires D. F. Lacey and another. Boundary umpires, Max Baxter (Manoora) and Don Robins (Sevenhill). Time-keepers, D. Smith (Mintaro) and E. R. Mathys (Sevenhill.) Play opened with Sevenhill kicking South. Mintaro opened up with speed and determination, and winning the race to the ball were first into their stride, but they missed several easy shots for goal. Baxter, Hill and Hogarth goaled after a ragged inaccurate burst and Sevenhill came towards the end of the quarter with goals from Stringer and Smith, who was playing an amazingly effective game despite great physical handicap. First Quarter Scores: Mintaro 3—9; Sevenhill 2—4. Sevenhill picked up nearly all this leeway in the 2nd. quarter despite the fact that Mintaro was clearly the better side. Illman was a tower of strength in a back pocket and was being well supported by Brian Jenner and Peter Kozlowski on the last line of defense. Whetstone at centre and Stoneman at centre-half-forward were being shaded by Mitchell and V. Jenner, and Davis was making it difficult for Faulkner. Ross and Fuller snapped goals for Sevenhill and J. McNamara scored Mintaro’s only goal for the quarter. Half-time scores: Mintaro 4—8; Sevenhill 4—6. Mintaro agined (sic) the ascendancy in the third quarter with strong rucking and forward play. They goaled through Hogarth, Hill and Mitchell. Sachse kicked Sevenhill’s only score for the quarter, a goal. Mintaro had a 3 goal advantage at three-quarter time when the scores were: Mintaro 7—12; Sevenhill 5—6. The first half of the last quarter was in Mintaro’s favour, but they could manage only 4 points, one or two from point-blank range. Then Sevenhill swung in to attack. Ross and Symons established an ascendancy in ruck and Sachse, roving, who now came into his own, drove the ball into Whetstone at centre half-forward who now dominated his new position, covering much ground and bringing down some brilliant marks. Fisher also now played with dash from centre wing. One of Whetstone’s long kicks was marked by Faulkner on the goal line and the latter registered his first goal. Whetstone pulled down another mark in the full forward area and scored full points. Faulkner again goaled from a free to reduce Sevenhills leeway to 2 points—Whetstone again flew high near the boundary line and scored a magnificent goal to put Sevenhill in front. Mintaro became badly rattled towards the end and the state of their game was evidenced by the astonishing sight of Baxter and Ross competing with one another in their ruck work. Umpire Castle had little control and the game almost developed into a Donnybrook to wards the end. It was a very good win by Sevenhill who once again were the steadier team in the crucial moments of a gruelling encounter. They were inspired by their young Skipper, John Smith, who played an incredibly plucky game. His enforced clumsiness in gathering the ball (owing to a severe hand in jury) made him a sitting target and he took an unmerciful battering. That he was able to play a more than useful game was not only indicative of courage and fortitude of a high order, but also a vindication of his decision to take the field. Bob Illman was Sevenhill’s best man. His dash, dexterity and polish in a back pocket were a constant thorn to Mintaro and fine entertainment for the spectators. Pat Ross and Keith Symons were strong in ruck and defense and brough to Sevenhill’s game a refreshing vigor. Cyril Jenner was also a terrier in ruck and defense, and 14 year old Trevor Sims gave a plucky and effective exhibition at centre-wing. Graham Whetstone and Ian Sache deserve a mention for their fine work in the last quarter. Mintaro’s best were again those two stalwarts George Baxter and Eric Mitchell who to gether with Bob Illman were the best three on the ground. Baxter’s work in ruck and in the forward lines was a constant source of strength and Mitchell gave magnificent service in blanketing. Sevenhill’s brilliant centreman, Graham Whestone, Seymour Davis and Vincent Jenner were towers of strength in defense. John McNamara turned on a very nice game roving and forward. Clarrie Ross rucked strongly at times. Goalkickers, Sevenhill—Faulkner 2, Whetstone 2, Stringer, Smith, Ross, Fuller and Sachse each 1 . Mintaro—Hill 2, Hogarth 2, Baxter, McNamara and Mitchell each 1. Best players, Sevenhill—Illman, P. Ross, Symons, C. Jenner, Sims, Smith. Mintaro—Baxter, Mitchell, Davis, V. Jenner, McNamara, C. Ross.
Mule Teams
[cartoon image] [caption: MULE TEAMS There being no roads in the Burra copperfieid district. South Australia, 200 mules with their Chilean drivers were imported in 1856 to move the copper from the mines to Port Wakefield. These useful, extremely hardy but perverse little beasts gave wonderful service to the outback during early colonisation and development. —Published by courtesy of Neptune Oil Co. Pty. Ltd.. from their current booklet ‘Looking Back Again.’]
Ten Steers
Ten A.A. Steers Av. £66 Ten Aberdeen-Angus steers sold to £69 2/6 for an average of £66 at a recent Adelaide market. The cattle, which were in fat to prime condition, were sold from ‘Kadlunga,’ the Mintaro stud of Hon. A. J. Melrose. Ten Aberdeen-Angas cows, also fat to prime condition, were sold from ‘Kadlunga’ for an average of £45.
Obituary Norman Jolly
S.A. Forestry Expert Dies SA’s first Rhodes Scholar, Mr. Norman W. Jolly, died in a private hospital on Monday in his 72nd year. He had been associated with the development of forestry in SA for more than 40 years. He had been a member of the SA Forestry Board since 1939, and consultant in forestry to the SA Government since 1941. He gained his diploma in forestry at Oxford in 1907. Mr. Jolly was born at Mintaro and educated at Prince Alfred College and the University of Adelaide, where he took his B.Sc. degree in 1901. After a few years with the Indian Forestry Service, he returned to Adelaide, and was Lecturer in Forestry at the Adelaide University and Assistant Conservator of Forests from 1910 to 1911. He was Director of Forests in Queensland from 1911 to 1918, and Assistant Forests Commissioner in NSW from 1918 to 1925. He returned to Adelaide in 1925 as the first Professor of Forestry in the Commonwealth School of Forestry at the University of Adelaide, and held the post for a year until the school was transferred to Canberra. Mr. Jolly was a keen footballer, and played for Norwood and SA. He was also a first-class cricketer. He is survived by a daughter. The chairman of the SA Forestry Board (Mr. L. C. Hunkin) said last night Mr. Jolly’s death was a great loss to Australian forestry. The Conservator of Forests (Mr. B. H. Bednall) said Mr. Jolly was Australia’s most outstanding silviculturalist.
Per and Pulpit
Pew and Pulpit By the Rev. A. D. McCUTCHEON … Popular padre All the padres who visit the Repatriation Hospital at Daws road are friendly men, and Father T. Horgan is one of them. He is rendering great service to his church. He is a South Austialian and was born at Mintaro. He explained to me that the name Mintaro is of Spanish origin, and goes back to the days when bullock drivers stopped on their way from the Burra[.] Some of the drivers were Spanish, and Mintaro was the name given because it meant “resting place.” For five years Father Horgan was attached to the St. Francis Xavier Seminary, Magill. He also spent some time at Mount Gambier, and Colonel Light Gardens. At present he is engaged in pioneer work at a new parish situated at St. Marys. This parish was newly formed only last January. At present there is a church school which is staffed by the Dominican Sisters. Already 85 children attend. In due course it is expected that the new parish, and its church, St. Bernadette, will be a great influence in this new community…