19th Century News
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Newspaper articles and advertisements giving insights into life as it was in Bothwell during the 1800’s.
Sources Used:
TROVE (https://trove.nla.gov.au). Images. National Library of Australia.
”Australia, Tasmania, Government Gazette, 1833-1925” FamilySearch (https://www.familysearch.org). Images.
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EARTHQUAKE.
(14 Jan 1837)
Another smart shock of an earthquake was felt on Wednesday in the district of Bothwell. It lasted a few seconds, and its effects were exactly as they are in the West Indies, and other countries, subject to such awful visitations. The trembling sensation, caused the glasses and other utensils to fall from their places, and much alarm was consequently excited.
“The Cornwall Chronicle” (Launceston, TAS : 1835-1880), TROVE, Earthquake, 14 Jan 1837, p2, c4
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/65954367)
BOTHWELL EMPORIUM
(24 Jun 1861)
THE proprietor of the above mentioned store being about to leave Bothwell is desirous of letting the same.
Any person taking it could have either all or part of the stock at valuation. Immediate application is necessary, and any information required can be had by applying to MR. F. ROUT, Bothwell.
"The Mercury" (Hobart, TAS : 1860-1954), TROVE
Bothwell Emporium, 24 Jun 1861, p4, c1
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/8799233)
TO SHOEMAKERS.
(1 Nov 1828)
WANTED in the Upper Clyde District, a Shoemaker, capable of making strong Shoes for labouring men. A steady man with a little capital will find a good opening at present; one of the shoemakers here having lately forfeited his ticket of leave, consequently another is very much wanted, and who might perhaps obtain an allotment in the township of Bothwell.
Upper Clyde, Oct. 25, 1828.
“The Hobart Town Courier” (TAS : 1827-1839), TROVE
To Shoemakers, 1 Nov 1828, p1, c2
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/4219861)
ELIGIBLE OPPORTUNITY FOR THE INVESTMENT OF CAPITAL.
(11 Sep 1830)
To be sold or let, that newly built Inn at Bothwell, known by the name of 'Bothwell Castle.' The premises are of such description as would answer any one desirous of entering on the business, containing on the ground floor two handsome front parlours, one back parlour and bar, beneath which is a large stone-built cellar, an excellent tap room and kitchen detached, a six-stall stable, fowl house, pigstye, &c.
The first floor contains 5 good rooms, 4 of which are well adapted for the convenience of two beds each, besides a loft above capable of being converted into eight sleeping rooms for travellers, with a garden and stock yard, on a three-acre allotment, well fenced in.
The above valuable property presents an opportunity for the investment of capital seldom to be met with. The premises are situated in a very improving district, and well calculated for business, either wholesale or retail, where education and religious instruction are available.
Apply to the proprietor on the premises, if by letter, post-paid.
John Vincent, Bothwell Castle.
“The Hobart Town Courier” (TAS : 1827-1839), TROVE
Bothwell Castle, 11 Sep 1830, p1, c2
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/4207218)
LOST IN THE BUSH.
(26 Oct 1870)
During the past week considerable excitement was manifested in the people of Bothwell by an occurrence of the most distressing nature - the loss of a child in the bush.
At 8 o'clock on Tuesday morning, 18th inst.., the wife of James Williams, a shepherd on the Cluny Park Estate, missed her eldest girl, Kate, aged three years and five months, whom she had seen at play outside the house fifteen minutes previously. She called her name, and looked in every direction from the house, but not seeing her, she concluded she had run after her grandmother, who had gone to a well distant some few hundred yards such, however, was not the case, as the grandmother had not seen her. Terror stricken, the poor mother rushed wildly with an infant in her arms over the neighbouring paddocks, still calling for her little one; she heard a cry and ran to the spot whence she fancied it proceeded, but could neither see nor hear her child. Now, almost frantic, she began to realise the possibility her little darling being lost in the bush, and prudently made the circumstances known to Mrs. Brown, of Cluny Park, who, with that true maternal feeling experienced only by parents, at once summoned all the farm assistants, and mounted her horse to assist in the search for the missing child. After four or five hours fruitless efforts Mrs. Brown sent a report to the Superintendent of Police at Bothwell, requesting his assistance; unfortunately, he was absent at the time, but Constable Stewart was speedily on the spot, and with the father, who had been from home all day, renewed the search; night coming on, fires were lighted in the bush, and every window in Cluny Park illuminated with a view of directing the child should she see them. The bush in the neighbourhood was traversed all night, and the child's name frequently called, but all in vain. Soon after daylight on Wednesday morning the Superintendent of Police and about twenty persons from Bothwell, amongst whom were Messrs. Bowden, Ife, Hughes Jnr., Maskell Jnr. &c., arrived on the ground, and a systematic search commenced, and was continued while daylight lasted, and still no trace of the lost child. Reluctantly, and with harrowed feelings, the work was discontinued until next morning. Rain set in with a cold south wind, to which the little sufferer must be exposed, shivering, starving! The feelings of the parents are only to be imagined, not described. On Thursday morning the search was resumed by about thirty other residents of the township amongst whom were Messrs. Arnett, Biggs, Bowden Jnr., Kemp, Moyes &c. Notwithstanding the frequent and heavy showers the bush was scoured in every direction of the house; all ran, as they rarely ran before, until met by messengers sent out to inform them that the child was found. The glad tidings were received with such an outburst of hurrahs that struck terror to the kangaroos abounding in the vicinity, and of course, made the leaves of surrounding eucalypti “clap their little hands in glee.” Delight was visible in every countenance, and a feeling of joy pervaded all hearts. When found, the child had lost its boots and socks; its little feet and legs were much scratched, otherwise it did not appear much worse for its exposure and want of food for 56 hours. Its little hands were full of flowers!
“The Mercury” (Hobart, TAS : 1860-1954), TROVE
Lost in the Bush, 26 Oct 1870, p3, c1 (https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/8872102)
BOTHWELL.
(15 Oct 1862)
A public meting was held here on Saturday last, the 11th October, 1862, to consider the propriety of taking the necessary steps to have the district proclaimed a municipality, which was numerously attended by many who felt an interest in the matter; among those present, we observed Frederick Synnot, Esq., M.H.A. for Cumberland, Messrs. Reid, Wood, Ibbott, Bedford, Brown, Axford, Nicholas, Howells, and many others, both landholders and residents in the township.
Archibald McDowall, Esq., chairman, having read the requisition, called on Mr. Synnot to address the meeting, who afforded much valuable information on the subject they had met to consider, explaining very clearly the advantages to be anticipated, by at once taking municipal action.
It was then proposed by Alexander Reid, Esq., and seconded by Thomas Axford, Esq., "That in the opinion of this meeting, it is expedient to adopt a petition to His Excellency the Governor, praying that he will be pleased to proclaim the present Police District of Bothwell a Rural Municipality."
Carried unanimously.
A vote of thanks to Mr. Synnot, was then moved by Mr. Wood as an acknowledgment for the trouble he had taken, which was carried by acclamation.
The meeting then separated. The requisite number of signatures have nearly been obtained and it is understood that the petition will be forwarded to the Hon the Colonial Secretary in a few days.
"The Mercury" (Hobart, TAS : 1860-1954), TROVE
Bothwell, 15 Oct 1862, p8, c3
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/8811654)
BOTHWELL.
(8 Jul 1887)
The Municipal Council met on Saturday, the 2nd inst. Present - The Warden (Mr. McDowall), and Councillors William Langdon, Edward Bowden and Richard Allen.
The minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed.
A statement of revenue received during the month of June was read, as was also the monthly report of the superintendent of police. Both documents were considered to be very satisfactory and were received as such.
The Warden said he would move in accordance with previous notice - "That a by-law be passed having for its object the preventing of persons erecting or using steam engines close to the roadside." It was a very dangerous practice for persons to erect steam engines so close to the roadside when thrashing their grain, and was to his mind calculated to cause accidents to persons passing with vehicles. He would, therefore, move the addition of the following by-law, viz.:- "That it shall not be lawful for any person to erect or use any steam engine within a shorter distance of any main or cross road in the municipality of Bothwell than 240ft.; that any person offending against this by-law shall, on conviction, before two or more justices of the peace, forfeit and pay a penalty of not exceeding £5."
Councillor Langdon said he quite agreed that it was necessary to pass such a by-law, and had much pleasure in seconding the proposition to adopt it as one of their by-laws. The other councillors present also supported the proposition, which was carried unanimously.
The Warden said he had had the pleasure of presiding over a public meeting, which was held at the Council-chambers a few weeks ago, which had been called for the purpose of deciding on the best means of showing their loyalty to the Queen on the jubilee day, and amongst other resolutions passed at that meeting, one was that the Municipal Council be asked to erect a few lamps on the township to be called "jubilee lamps." The meeting also requested that he, as their Warden, would in his place in the council support the resolution, and he had promised that meeting he would do so. He now desired to fulfil that promise, and with that view he had obtained from the promoters of the resolution a drawing of the kind of lamps required, and the probable cost of each, and which was now before them. He thought that four lamps would be sufficient. He would like to see a lamp placed at each corner of the principal square or block of buildings on the township, and would therefore propose -"That four lamps be purchased by the Municipal Council at a cost of not exceeding 60s. each, to be called "jubilee lamps," and that they be erected in the following places:- One at Mr. Hurley's corner, one at Mr. White's, one at the post office, and the other at Mr. Savage's corner."
Councillor Bowden said he could not support the resolution, and thought the name "jubilee lamps " would be a misnomer, because they would soon be called the "councillors' folly." It was not only the cost of erecting the lamps, but they would require oil and attendance, and that meant money, and he was not quite sure that they had the power to spend the rates in that direction. He thought a special rate for that purpose would be necessary.
The Walden, after referring to the Municipal Act, said he had no doubt as to their power to erect lamps if they thought proper to do so.
After a few remarks from Councillor Langdon, it was decided that further information was necessary, and that the matter should be deferred to a future meeting.
The Warden said the same meeting passed another resolution which he had also been asked to support, and he had promised that he would do so. It was to the effect that, as the old State school and teacher's residence was about to be vacated, the council should be requested to ask the Government to hand the said buildings over to the municipality for the purpose of being used as a library and reading-room. He, the Warden, was strongly in favour of the resolution, and he thought to delay the matter until the council met might be dangerous, and therefore had written to the Premier on the subject the day after the meeting was held, and he now had a copy of the letter before them, which he read, and which showed that the municipality had in equity a very good claim to the favourable consideration of the Government, inasmuch that, many years ago, the people of Bothwell had subscribed one third of the purchase-money of the land and buildings, and had subsequently, at their own cost, erected a lodge-room, which was now used as a library.
Councillor Langdon thought the thanks of the district were due to the Warden for the prompt action he had taken in the matter by writing to the Premier, without waiting until the council met, and would move that this council approves the course adopted by the Warden in writing to the Premier the letter referred to. This was carried unanimously.
The Warden said before the council rose, he would like to see them place on record some evidence of their loyalty on the jubilee occasion. He would therefore move, "That this council desires to record on the occasion of Her Most Gracious Majesty Queen Victoria having completed the 50th year of her auspicious reign, its congratulations and expressions of unabated loyalty and devotion to her person and Government." Carried unanimously.
A few small accounts were duly audited and passed for payment, and this being all the business the council adjourned and resolved themselves into a Board of Health.
After the minutes of the last meeting had been read and confirmed, the Chairman (Mr. McDowall) said he had held a conversation with Dr. Drought, of Green Ponds, in reference to his appointment as health officer, and had since received a letter from him, stating his willingness to accept the appointment at the minimum salary of £10 per annum, with the understanding that should he be called specially to Bothwell he would expect to receive his usual fee of £4 10s., which was agreed to.
The Chairman said he had himself noticed, and had also been informed by several persons that rabbit trappers were in the habit of throwing the carcases of rabbits, after they had been skinned, in large heaps on the public roads, which was a nuisance to passers-by, and was also dangerous to the public health. ln fact, he had heard of one person having caught typhoid through the stench that had arisen from a heap of decomposed carcases of rabbits that had been thrown on the public road, and he thought stops should be taken to prevent the continuance of so dangerous a practice. The members concurred in the opinion expressed by the chairman.
Mr. Langdon proposed, and Mr. Bowden seconded - "That a by-law be passed to the following effect:- That any person placing, or permitting to be placed within 150ft. of any public road, or within 300ft of any inhabited building situated within the boundaries of the municipality of Bothwell, any carrion, or carcase of any dead animal, shall, on conviction before two or more justices of the peace, become liable to forfeit and pay a penalty of not less than 40s., and not more than £10. Carried unanimously.
The same gentlemen then sat in their capacity as a Board of Advice.
The Chairman said before any business was called on he desired to apologise to the members of the board for the omission he had made in not causing circulars to be sent to each member of the board, informing them that the new State school would be opened on the 21st of June last, and he trusted that the members would excuse the neglect. He could assure them the omission was not intentional.
The members of the board intimated that they were quite sure the omission was an oversight.
The Chairman said that Mr. Miller, the teacher, had requested to be allowed to remain in his present residence for a short time longer, as the new residence was yet not properly dry, and fit for habitation, and his health was not at the present time very good; the board saw no objection, and the request was allowed. That being all the business the board rose.
"The Hobarton Mercury", (TAS : 1854-1857), TROVE, Bothwell, 8 Jul 1887, p4, c1 (https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/9135846)
YOUNG BUFFALO.
(22 Oct 1831)
The services of this Horse may be obtained at Dennistoun, Upper Clyde, during the ensuing season.
Terms - Four Pounds and Five Shillings to the groom, including the use of paddocks.
"The Hobart Town Courier" (TAS : 1827-1839), TROVE
Young Buffalo, 22 Oct 1831, p1, c4
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/4201836)
VILLANOUS OUTRAGE.
(14 Oct 1846)
A hawker named Hearle has been apprehended by Mr. C.D.C. Lascelles, of Bothwell, on clear evidence of having, with a man named Robert Kemp, a shepherd in the service of Mr. Edward Nicholas, of Meadsfield, slaughtered more than one hundred sheep, the property of Messrs. Henric Nicholas, of Cawood; Reid, of Ratho; and Russell, of Dennistoun, merely for the skins. It appears that a number of carcases of sheep were found on Mr. Edward Nicholas's run buried, and the tracks of a light cart were quite apparent near the scene of slaughter. Mr. Lascelles took the measure of the wheel of the cart, and traced Hearle to Hobart Town, to which place Mr. Lascelles rode in four hours and a half, and found about 100 sheep skins in the tan-pit of Mr. I. Reeves, of Hobart Town, bearing the brands of those gentlemen. Mr. Reeves immediately gave Mr. Lascelles every information from whom he purchased them, &c., which led to the apprehension of Hearle and Kemp, who are now under examination.
The settlers of Bothwell, with their usual liberality, have agreed to present Mr. Lascelles with a purse, as a slight token of their sense of his vigilance and activity in thus detecting and bringing to justice the villany which has been perpetrated by Hearle and Kemp.
“The Courier” (Hobart, TAS : 1840-1859), TROVE
Villanous Outrage, 14 Oct 1846, p2, c3
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/2944709)
WILLIAM KNOWLES.
(8 Oct 1866)
BOOT and SHOEMAKER (successor to Mr. D. Hunt) returns his sincere thanks to the inhabitants of Bothwell, and the public generally, for their liberal patronage, and respectfully solicits a continuance of the same, assuring them that nothing shall be wanting to deserve their support, and that good workmanship and attention to orders shall always be observed.
Elizabeth Street, Bothwell, September 27th, 1860.
"The Mercury" (Hobart, TAS : 1860-1954), TROVE
William Knowles, 8 Oct 1866, p1, c2
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/8841985)
BRIGHTON AND APSLEY RAILWAY.
(8 Dec 1888)
HOBART, Dec. 5.
The hon. N. J. Brown, M.H.A., today introduced to the Premier, Minister of Lands, and Attorney-General a large deputation from Bothwell, who urged the extension of the Brighton and Apsley railway to Bothwell.
Mr. A. McDowall, Warden of Bothwell, said if Apsley was made the final terminus it would not only be detrimental to the Bothwell district, but a loss to the colony, as the extension of the line to Bothwell would make the railway, as a whole, more profitable. There were extensive tracts of land upon which a large population could be settled, and the advantage would not be confined to that locality alone, as the whole colony would benefit from this extensive district being opened up. Bothwell had been paying for many years £750 in real estate duty, which went to construct other lines, and it should now be granted similar facilities. There were no engineering difficulties, and Mr. Denniston Wood, one of the largest landed proprietors, offered to give any of his land required for the railway free of charge, and when the railway was constructed that gentleman would immediately take steps to convert his large sheep walks into small holdings. He read a document signed by a number of landholders agreeing to give the Government the land required without compensation, providing that the line was securely fenced.
Mr. John Bisdee said there was no township at the present terminus of the railway, and an extension to Bothwell was necessary to make a complete work.
Mr. Maurice Weston also spoke.
The Premier said Ministers were alive to the fact that the days of macadamised roads had gone by, and that in the future the iron horse would supply the place of the main roads. The present terminus he regarded as temporary, and the time would come when the line would require to be extended. Ministers, however, had to face not only the extension of this line, but also the general problem of railway extension. The Chudleigh people were already beginning to demand that the line there be extended; the Parattah line of railway must sooner or later be extended to Tunnack or a line of railway constructed from the Jericho siding to Tunnack, and away on to the East Coast. Then they could not expect the Fingal Railway to finish where it did, and the line in course of construction to Ulverstone could not stop there. Ministers, therefore, had to face the demand of the country for railway extension in very many directions, but at the present moment it was impossible for Ministers to pledge themselves to any particular extension. Of this, however, they might rest assured, that directly Parliament considered it prudent to move in the direction of railway extension the claims of Bothwell would be considered equal to the claims of other districts, and that there should be no further extension of railways without the extension to Bothwell being part of that scheme, or at any rate of the scheme considered. But in the meantime the question of finance stepped in, and he would remind gentlemen resident in Bothwell that it was through their members that they could give to Ministers that assistance most necessary for real progress, viz., assistance in putting the financial house in order. If during the coming Parliamentary session Ministers were successful in submitting proposals to accomplish this, then it might be taken that having put the finances in order further progressive works would follow. He looked to Bothwell and other districts requiring work to act as an incentive to their members to assist Ministers in rectifying the finances of the colony, as until provision was made to pay off the present deficit Parliament and the country would not be prepared to receive a proposal from any district for railway extension. He saw no reason why, during the next few months, satisfactory proposals should not be made for paying off the deficiency, after which progressive works could be considered, which would include railway extension, and when such proposals were made they must take care that Bothwell was not left out in the cold. He thought Parliament would insist on the present works being carried out before proposing new ones, but there was no reason why 1890 should not see them in the field with further progressive proposals.
Mr. Brown thanked the Ministers for their reception, and the deputation with drew.
"The Tasmanian" (Hobart, TAS : 1827-1839), TROVE
Brighton and Apsley Railway, 8 Dec 1888, p25, c5
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/199513345)
WANTED.
(16 May 1834)
THREE good Stonemasons and 1 Carpenter, to assist in building the church at the Clyde.
For particulars apply to GEO. STOKELL.
April 29, 1834.
“The Hobart Town Courier” (TAS : 1827-1839), TROVE
Wanted, 16 May 1834, p1, c1
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/4185221)
THE NEW ASSESSMENTS.
(20 May 1899)
Appeals Heard at Bothwell. A sitting of the Supreme Court was held at Bothwell on Thursday, 18th inst., when the following appeals against the local assessment roll were heard and determined by His Honor Mr. Justice McIntyre.
House and land, Interlaken (W. A. Kermode), reduced from £13,700 capital value to £12,000; £500 annual value to £480.
Hut and sheep-run, Shannon (T. G. Bisdee), capital value of £4,000, upheld; annual reduced from £200 to £180.
House, Franklin-street (R. J. Bale), capital value reduced from £180 to £150; annual value of £10 upheld.
House and land, Jean Banks (J. Doddridge), reduced from £800 capital to £500; £40 annual to £30.
House and land, parish of Henry (Bradbury's estate), capital value reduced from £1,500 to £1,200; annual value of £50 upheld.
Nant & Blair (late W. Nicholas), reduced capital value from £15,000 to £13,000; annual value £500 to £462.
Weasel Plains and St. Albans (late W. Nicholas), from £10,000 to £9,000 capital, and £350 to £325 annual value.
The Priory (James Williams), £600 capital and £30 annual, withdrawn.
Sonning (E. Johnson), £3,000 capital and £135 annual, withdrawn.
Hermitage (H. E. Gage), £9,000 capital and £400 annual, withdrawn.
Land, Cross Marsh (G. W. Keach), from £6,600 to £5,000 capital, and £250 to £225 annual value.
Cottage, High-street (R. J. Bale), from £40 to £30 capital value, and annual value of £3 upheld.
Rockford (James Williams), from £400 to £350 capital, and £23 to £20 annual value.
Wetheron (Weston's estate), from £10,500 to £10,000 capital value and £449 annual value, upheld.
Cluny (Weston's estate), £10,000 capital and £042 annual value, upheld.
Paddock, Patrick - street (Jas. Williams), from £90 to £80 capital value and £4 annual value, upheld.
Paddock, Croker's alley (Leo. White), from £100 to £80 capital value, and £5 to £3 annual value.
The Rectory, from £650 to £600 capital value, and £36 to £30 annual value.
Cottage, Franklin-street (Jas. Williams), from £200 to £150 capital value and £10 annual value, upheld.
Mr. George Wilson, the Government Assessor, was present, with the local valuator, Mr. W. Browne; and the Warden (Mr. A. Ibbott) attended in the interest of the Municipal Council. Mr. Dudley Allport (Messrs. Roberts & Allport) appeared for nearly all the appellants.
"The Mercury" (Hobart, TAS : 1860-1954), TROVE
The New Assessments, 20 May 1899, p1, c3
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/9448459)
Thorpe Mill, River Clyde.
(6 Dec 1823)
WANTED, a Pair of 3 feet 6 inches FRENCH STONES.
N.B. On January 1st, 1824, the above Mill will commence grinding at 1s. 6d. per bushel for ready money.
“The Hobart Town Gazette and
Van Diemen's Land Advertiser” (TAS : 1821-1825)
TROVE, Thorpe Mill, 6 Dec 1823, p2, c4
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/1090017)
TICKET-OF-LEAVE MUSTER.
(1 Sep 1843)
Police Office, Bothwell, 17th August, 1843.
The Annual Muster of Ticket-of-Leave men residing in Bothwell District will take place at the undermentioned places, on the days respectively named:
Those residing at the Black Marsh, and within five miles (including the Hunting Ground District, will be mustered on Wednesday, the 20th September next, at 12 o'clock, at the late Constables' Hut at that place.
Those residing at the Lakes, and within 30 miles of Mount Pleasant, near the Shannon, will be mustered at Mr. Robert Patterson's Hut as last year, on Friday, the 22nd September, at 12 o'clock.
All other Ticket-of-Leave men residing in the District will be mustered at the Police Office, Bothwell, on Saturday, the 23rd September, at 10 o'clock.
Female Convicts holding Tickets-of-Leave must report their residence to the Chief District Constable, on or before the 23rd of September.
All Ticket-of-Leave men who do not attend the musters directed will be gazetted as illegally a large, and dealt with accordingly.
S. BARROW, Assistant Police Magistrate.
“The Courier” (Hobart, TAS : 1840-1859), TROVE
Ticket of Leave Muster, 1 Sep 1843, p4, c6
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/2952213)
BOTHWELL.
(2 Feb 1828)
We have now a very neat gaol built here, and very good barracks, and we are about to build a chapel.
An inn is also about commencing in the township, which is very rapidly increasing in size and importance.
We have mechanics of all kinds in it, and we want only a good road to be made between this and the Green ponds. If the government would give us a small gang to put on it, we would all join in assisting, but without the help of government it is too much for us to attempt.
"The Hobart Town Courier" (TAS : 1827-1839), TROVE
Bothwell, 2 Feb 1828, p3, c4
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/4224708)
BOTHWELL.
(17 Oct 1867)
Yesterday, October the 14th, having been the eleventh anniversary of the Wesleyan Sabbath school, the whole of the children attached thereto, together with their teachers, assembled according to custom at the Wesleyan chapel a little before 1 p.m., from whence they marched two and two in regular order, with banners flying, through the township, occasionally stopping to give effect to lusty cheers, "in favor of everybody," on to Bendeveron, a portion of Mr. Wood's estate, adjoining the township. There, by the banks of the Clyde, games were got up for them, and there were they regaled with tea and cakes "galore," until they could eat no more, and, contrary to the old adage, "eat what you can, but pocket none," the reverse order was given just prior to the march back to fill pockets. "Now," - shouted out in his stentorian voice the blind Mr. Wallace, whose services as major domo are invariably enlisted on all these occasions here, - "every boy and girl" - in his enthusiasm he was guilty of a slight breach of etiquette in not giving the feminine gender precedence "can put a bun or two in their pockets;" and you may rest assured the word of command was obeyed on the instant, and that there was no grumbling amongst the "troops," for they were well "stuffed" outside as well as inside. At 6 p.m. a tea meeting took place in the chapel, which was tastefully decorated for the occasion. The tables, which exhibited a bountiful and tasteful display of good things, tempting alike to the eye and the palate, were provided by Mesdames Barnett, North, Biggs and Taylor of Bothwell, and Taylor of the "mill," and Lemon, to all of whom the highest encomiums are accorded. The tea table cleared, and "all that," a public meeting was held. Captain the Honorable William Langdon, R.N., M.L.C., was unanimously voted to the chair. The Rev. Mr. Ironside then called upon the Rev. Mr. Kennedy to open the proceedings by prayer, after which, the chairman addressed the meeting, and it has been generally remarked that it was the best speech he had ever made in the chapel. Mr. Taylor, of the mill, followed with a report of the receipts and expenditure, by which it appeared that the debt on the chapel had been wiped out, all but £1 12s, which small sum the worthy chairman generously and spontaneously declared he would pay himself. Addresses were subsequently delivered by the Revs. Messrs. Ironside and Kennedy, and Messrs. Ife, Pratt, Wallace and Lumsden, all of which gave much satisfaction. Some pieces were recited by one or two of the Sunday school scholars, and there was also some singing. I should state that at both meetings the place was densely crowded, also that a collection took place. Votes of thanks were passed to the chairman, and the ladies, for the latter of whom Mr. Biggs returned thanks. The whole proceedings terminated a little after 10 o'clock with a verse or two of the national anthem, "God save the Queen." Thus has passed away the second of those social gathering called "tea meetings," which have been held in this village during the past fortnight.
"The Mercury" (Hobart, TAS : 1860-1954), TROVE
Wesleyan Chapel, 17 Oct 1867, p2, c6
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/8848487)
VALUABLE PROPERTY IN BOTHWELL.
(23 Apr 1877)
Thursday, 26th April.
Property in Bothwell to be sold at Melton Mowbray.
Roberts & Co., will sell by auction at Melton Mowbray, by order of Mr. Dalwood.
The Following Valuable Property, in Township of Bothwell:
A Substantial STONE COTTAGE of 4 rooms and attic, 4-stall stable and other outbuildings, large garden well stocked with fruit trees, with a cottage containing 4 rooms on same lot, the whole having a frontage of 175 links on Elizabeth-street.
10 ACRES OF LAND divided into two paddocks, securely fenced and watered.
The attention of investors and parties requiring a comfortable residence is invited to the above as the whole forms a most compact and valuable property.
Terms - One-third cash deposit at sale; balance by bills at 6 and 12 months, bearing interest at 7 per cent.
“The Mercury” (Hobart, TAS : 1860-1954), TROVE
Property in Bothwell, 23 Apr 1877, p4, c7 (https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/8952708)
BOTHWELL.
(22 Feb 1854)
A fearfully destructive fire broke out, on the afternoon of Wednesday, the 15th inst., in a stackyard belonging to Mr. William Lewis, Abyssinia, in this district, by which the entire produce of the year was totally destroyed, including upwards of a thousand bushels of oats, twelve tons of hay, besides a barn, a winnowing machine, carts &c., the value of which may be roughly estimated at from £1000 to £1200.
The work of destruction was incredibly rapid - a few seconds having sufficed to render all efforts to extinguish or check the raging element unavailing, from the highly ignitable state in which the materials were, caused by the long continued drought, and an atmosphere heated by surrounding bush fires.
By this calamity a poor, honest, hard-working man has lost his all, and is plunged into the deepest distress. It is pleasant to record that a general sympathy has been excited throughout the district, and that a subscription has been set on foot, from which it is hoped Mr. Lewis will be enabled to resume his occupation. None of the property was insured - the oats and hay having been garnered within the past few days.
"The Hobart Town Advertiser" (TAS : 1839-1861)
TROVE, Bothwell, 22 Feb 1854, p2, c5
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/264633550)
FOR SALE BY PRIVATE CONTRACT.
(10 Mar 1880)
A Large and Commodious Hotel, with every convenience, situate in the centre of the thriving Township of Bothwell, and doing a good business. The house consists of ten bedrooms, three parlours, bar, kitchen, two cellars, stabling for ten horses, store room, skittle ground, washhouse, cart sheds and butcher’s shop, together with large and productive garden. Reasons for wishing to sell, failing health.
For particulars as to terms, etc, apply to proprietor on the premises. William Maskell, March 8th, 1880.
"The Mercury" (Hobart, TAS : 1860-1954), TROVE
For Sale by Private Contract, 16 Mar 1880, p1, c6
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/226506544)
A BAZAAR.
(9 Sep 1880)
A BAZAAR to PROVIDE FUNDS
for Fencing the Glebe, and for Endowment Fund,
will be held at the
ASSEMBLY ROOM, BOTHWELL,
ABOUT THE END OF SEPTEMBER NEXT.
Contributions and assistance of any kind will be thankfully received by the Committee.
Mrs. Allison, The Priory.
Mrs. Wm. Nicholas, Nant.
Mrs. H. Nicholas, Dennistoun.
Mrs. White, Bothwell.
Mrs. Arnett, Bothwell.
Mrs. McDowall, Logan.
Mrs. Reid, Ratho.
Mrs. H. T. Savage, Bothwell.
Misses Blyth, Bothwell.
Mrs. Hurley, Bothwell.
"The Mercury" (Hobart, TAS : 1860-1954), TROVE
A Bazaar, 9 Sep 1890, p1, c4
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/8987671)
BOTHWELL.
(11 Oct 1898)
A concert was held on the 5th inst., at Bowden's hall, in aid of a family in very poor circumstances, who recently sustained a sad loss by the death of their mother. The hall was well filled, as is usual here in such cases. The Rev. Webster presided. The management was in the capable hands of Mrs. Allen White, who played most of the accompaniments. Messrs. Tazewell & Hallam largely contributed towards a successful evening with a gramophone entertainment, free of charge, most of their items being wonderfully distinct and well rendered. A floral dance by children was greatly admired. The following ladies and gentlemen also kindly assisted in the good cause:- Mrs. Key; Misses Wood, and Timmins; Rev. Doctor, and Messrs. Sidwell, Ainsworth, and Timmins. The use of the hall was generously given by Mr. R. Bowden, of the Castle Hotel. The proceeds amounted to about £7.
We have had some rough weather lately, unfortunately for our sheep farmers, who mostly are in the middle of the lambing season. On two or three estates, notably Southernfield and The Hermitage, the loss has been pretty considerable, owing to cold rains and snow. Others have escaped lightly, and are anticipating a good marking.
The crops are looking remarkably well, and our new fruit trees are quite gay with blossom.
"The Mercury" (Hobart, TAS : 1860-1954), TROVE
Bothwell, 11 Oct 1898, p4, c2
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/9432465)
STOCK OF A GENERAL STORE,
Carts, Harness, Ploughs, Harrows, Farming Implements, Horses, Two Stacks Hay &c.,
at Bothwell.
(10 Feb 1858)
Messrs. Burn & Co. are favored with instructions from Messrs. Merry Brothers, to sell by Auction, at the Bothwell Emporium, Bothwell, on Thursday, the 25th instant, at 11 o'clock, without the slightest reserve, the whole of their Stock-In-Trade, comprising drapery, haberdashery, hosiery, slop and superfine clothing, hats, boots and shoes, teas, sugars, groceries, crockery, general ironmongery and the usual effects found in a well-stocked Country Store. After which, Two Stacks hay about 20 tons, carts, harness, ploughs, harrows, farming implements, and various effects, several useful draught and saddle horses, &c.
Terms - Under £50, cash, above that sum approved acceptances, drawn and endorsed, at 3 months.
"The Hobart Town Advertiser" (TAS : 1839-1861), TROVE
Stock of A General Store, 10 Feb 1858, p3, c6
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/264647481)
Mr. Sherwin at the Clyde.
(4 Apr 1829)
We have had the pleasure to see some excellent specimens of Van Diemen's land cheese, made at dairies lately established.
Among them we may mention that of Mr. Sherwin at the Clyde.
Though white, his cheese is rich, and will taste like Gloster. It is sold at 13d. a lb.
"The Hobart Town Courier" (TAS : 1827-1839), TROVE
Mr Sherwin, 4 Apr 1829, p2, c2
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/4217129)
BOTHWELL.
(4 Dec 1876)
At the licensing meeting today (Friday), there were only two justices present, viz., the Warden and A. McDowall, Esq. Certificates were granted to Mr. William Maskell, who alters the name of his inn from the Young Queen to "Maskell's Hotel; to Mr. Henry F. Nichols for the "Crown Inn" in succession to the late Mr. William Moyes, to take place at the end of the year; and to Mr. Joseph Blake for the "White Hart" in succession of Mr. Henry F. Nichols; to take place at the end of the year.
"The Mercury" (Hobart, TAS : 1860-1954), TROVE
Bothwell, 4 Dec 1876, p3, c1
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/8949612)
The Estate of THORPE, near Bothwell.
(3 Oct 1879)
ROBERTS & CO. have received instructions from the trustees under the will of the late Thomas Axford Snr., Esq., to sell by auction, at their mart, on FRIDAY, November 28, at 12 o'clock sharp -
THAT FIRST-CLASS PROPERTY known as "THORPE," situate within a mile of the township of Bothwell, and bounded by lands of M. Weston and A. McDowall, Esqs., and by the River Clyde, on which it has a large frontage.
The estate consists of about 800 acres of good land, of which 250 acres have been cultivated, and 60 acres is good fattening marsh land. The Homestead consists of a brick house, containing 9 rooms, with cellar and dairy, detached kitchen, wash-house, and store-room, brick barn, shearing shed, 2 4-stall stables, cow sheds, men's cottage of 5 rooms, etc.
Also, large mill built of brick, containing one pair of stones, with all necessary machinery, and residence for the miller.
There is a never-failing supply of water for driving the mill, from the River Clyde.
Garden, 1 acre, well stocked, etc.
There is splendid fishing on the Estate, the Clyde being well stocked with English trout.
The mill is the only one at present working in the district, and, being close to the township, does a large trade. Possession, 1st February, 1880.
Reference - Messrs. Butler, McIntyre, and Butler.
Terms - 25 per cent deposit, 25 per cent. on completion, balance may remain at 7 per cent.
"The Mercury" (Hobart, TAS : 1860-1954), TROVE
The Estate of Thorpe, 6 Nov 1879, p4, c7
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/8981913)
ONE POUND REWARD.
(12 May 1832)
LOST from the township of Bothwell, 1 red bullock, branded on the off hip EB, on the near hip MF. 1 red-brown bullock, with a speckled face, branded on the near shoulder CB, branded on the off hip EB. Any person giving information of the above bullocks, so that the owner may get them delivered to Edward Bowden, Carrier, Upper Clyde, shall receive the above reward. They were lost about the 25th March.
"The Hobart Town Courier" (TAS : 1827-1839), TROVE
One Pound Reward, 12 May 1832, p3, c2
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/4199446)
TO BE LET.
(25 Dec 1852)
The Bothwell Castle Inn, situated in the centre of the thriving and populous Township of Bothwell.
The House is well known as possessing all the requisite accommodations for a first-rate Country Inn, and has for some years been doing a steady increasing business; and in the hands of active and qualified persons might in a few years realise a certain independence. The only reason for the present proprietor leaving the business is in consequence of a severe domestic affliction. The furniture, stock, &c. might be taken at a fair valuation, and immediate possession would, if required, be given. For further particulars apply to W. Knight, Esq., New Wharf, (if by letter post-paid); or on the premises, to the undersigned.
Robert Beech. Bothwell, December 23.
"The Courier" (Hobart, TAS : 1840-1859), TROVE
To Be Let, 25 Dec 1852, p3, c5
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/2958016)
CRICKET.
(25 Jan 1848)
A match between the Bothwell and Hamilton clubs, was played at Bothwell on the 13th, when the Bothwellites came off victorious with five wickets to go down. The bowling and batting of Mr. A. Reid was first rate.
"The Hobart Town Advertiser" (TAS : 1839-1861), TROVE
Cricket, 25 Feb 1848, p3, c2
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/264521510)
NOTICE.
(19 Mar 1839)
We, the Undersigned, intending to Dissolve Partnership, request that all claims against the Firm of Denholme & Moyes may be presented within three weeks from this date for payment and those indebted to the Firm are requested to settle their respective accounts.
Denholm & Moyes, Bothwell, March 13, 1839.
"Colonial Times" (Hobart, TAS : 1828-1857), TROVE
Denholme & Moyes, 19 Mar 1839, p1, c1
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/8749520)
FAMILY MANSION AND TEN ACRES OF LAND.
(21 Dec 1855)
Family Mansion and Ten Acres of Land,
also Fifteen Acres, Town Allotment.
Worley and Frodsham will sell by public auction, on Thursday, 17th January, 1856, at noon, on the Premises.
Family Mansion and Ten Acres of Land, Bothwell. The premises, known as Wentworth House, were erected by Major Wentworth, at a cost exceeding £4000. It is a stone built classic structure, and arranged for the accommodation of a family of the first respectability. It is enough to state that the workmanship throughout has frequently been quoted for its excellence, to convey some notion of the taste and judgment of the projector. Ten acres of land, which form the area is ample for the wants of the establishment; but should more land be required, the purchaser of the premises will have the option of securing an excellent and contiguous allotment of 15 acres. The property (that is, the house and 10 acres) is now let at £100 per annum. The whole is in the very best order and a desirable acquisition to a family seeking for a country residence of an unexceptionable character, or as an investment.
Title - Grant.
Terms - Cash; or £750 may remain on the property; the remainder either in cash, or secured in any tangible way.
"The Hobarton Mercury" (TAS : 1854-1857), TROVE
Family Mansion - Auction, 23 May 1855, p4, c3
(https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/3335557)