October 2026
Explore this issue of the Society’s newsletter, with local history, research and news from the Society. Newsletter no. 597 · 8 pages · 1.0 MB
Contents
- President’s column and meeting notices - page 1The president reflects on the museum’s history and current Society activities.
- Moore Memorable Musings and AGM - page 2A column on expressions involving body parts, membership renewals, the AGM and Society notices.
- Unknown Soldier talk and museum anniversary - page 3Richard Reid’s presentation and arrangements for the museum’s 50-year celebration.
- Celebrating the museum’s 50 years - page 4Historical newspaper accounts trace the Society’s museum displays and early development.
- Early museum visitors and a midwife’s suitcase - page 5A report of the museum’s 1,000th visitor and the history of a long-running exhibit.
- A well-travelled piano and Clarice Boyd - page 6A long-displayed piano and the beginning of a remembrance of Society member Clarice Boyd.
- Clarice Boyd, continued - page 7Her community work, local historical contribution and recognition as Wingecarribee Citizen of the Year.
- Society information and office bearers - page 8Contact and committee details as printed in October 2026; check current details with the Society.