June 2009
Mannum, South Australia 5238
Issue number 36
The Way It Was! oung mothers of Mannum, if you are having a bad day, think about the way it was for one young mother in Mannum sixty years ago. Imagine coming home from hospital with newly born triplets to a two year old, a husband and a two-roomed house. No electricity or running water or disposable nappies. No Milton or baby formula and only limited hot water from a wood stove, which had to be lit very early in the morning. These babies would sleep in a double and a single pram in the warmth of the kitchen for several months. No theme decorated nursery or baby bonus back then for anyone. Imagine washing nappies and clothes by hand every day in the kitchen near the hot water and having a good ‘boil-up’ once a week in the outside copper. Tuesdays would bring on the ironing with a coal or flat iron and lots of starch.
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Imagine trips to the doctor with three babies and a two year old who all, at various times, suffered from childhood illnesses that we rarely see today, whooping cough, measles, mumps, and so on. Imagine toddler’s meal time with food from the veggie garden and home killed meat - no pre-prepared food or special meals then - but I imagine, no fussy eaters either. While coping with all of the above the young mother was busy sewing, knitting and making clothes for all her children, while regularly feeding fowls, milking cows, tending the garden as well as keeping the house clean and tidy with no vacuum cleaner to help. Then of course, there was the man of the house to be waited on. I imagine such was the life - minus triplets - of many of the older ladies you encounter in country towns today. So, young mums, was your day so bad after all? Berrie Skein
Mothers Day A double celebration for local identity Ivy Kowald (Standing at left). Her triplets, Colin, Graham and Faye, also had their 60th birthday on May 10th 2009. They are the only known triplets born at Mannum Hospital. Colin, Graham and Faye at 6 months
Faye, Graham and Colin at 60 years
Fundraising River Cruise Mannum Liberal Party Branch Enjoys A River Cruise
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“I applaud people - both Liberal and he Mannum Branch of the Liberal Party held a successful river cruise Labor - who publicly take an active part in politics. luncheon recently to raise funds for the 2010 election campaign. “Australians are far too apathetic to politics and the fact that approximately Federal Member for Barker, Mr Patrick Secker; the Hon. John Dawkins MLC; and Member for Schubert, Mr Ivan Venning were among the 25 people, only 8 per cent of Australians play an active part in the political process is not who boarded the Venturer Cruise boat at Mannum, and enjoyed a two course good. “It’s now up to us all to ensure that the policies that affect Mannum and the lunch whilst taking in the tranquil scenery. Over $300 dollars was raised to go surrounding areas get the political towards funding the 2010 election priorities they deserve” he said. campaign. It was the first function held by the Mr Secker, Mr Dawkins and Mr Mannum Branch, since the AGM in April Venning all addressed the group briefly, and due to its success the Branch is with topics covered including the Federal already discussing holding a dinner, Budget, regional suppliers for country dance cruise in six months time. hospitals, and regional development Anyone interested in joining the board structures. However, most of the Mannum Branch of the Liberal Party three hour cruise was spent by guests should contact the Membership Officer, relaxing and taking in the scenery. Brenton Mann on 8569 2911 or the Mr Venning commended the Mannum Branch on its revitalisation in the past Left to right: Mannum Liberal Party Branch members Lindsay and Maureen president Joan Kreiser on 8569 1730. Susie Reichstein few months and encouraged the group to Barber; Hon. John Dawkins MLC; Secretary and Treasurer, Fiona Mann; Media and Research Adviser maintain their interest. Vice-President, Helen Flett; Member for Schubert, Ivan Venning; Federal Member to Ivan Venning MP
for Barker, Patrick Secker and President, Joan Kreiser.
Contents Angie’s Cooking Tips Calendars & Dates
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Choristers Corner Church Services Classifieds
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Letters Mannum Matters
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Out of this World 8 Police & Neighbourhood Watch 18
Puzzle Under the Toadstool
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