Francis Frederick Sherwood

Marriage described in the "Clarence and Richmond Examiner" of Saturday 4 June 1910:

"Social Notes. :

Sherwood-Jarrett Wedding. Notwithstanding the very unpromising state of the weather on Wednesday morn- ing, the wedding arrangements of Miss Jarrett, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs Jarrott, of "Edgetern," to Mr. Frank Sherwood, of Nana Glen, were successfully carried out. Fortunately, a short time before the appointed hour the rain ceased for a while and gave an opportunity for the bridal party to reach the Pioneer Hall with comfort, where the wedding break- fast was laid. The interior of the pretty little Methodist Church was a charming picture in artistic decoration, kindly car- ried out by many friends of the bride, under the able supervision of Mr. A . W. Fowler. A beautiful wedding veil of ferns, tastefully touched with flowers was a sight to be remembered, while graceful pot plants filled all available spaces. The bride entered the church on her father's arm, the choir singing the usual wedding hymn. The bridesmaids followed, the chief being the bride's sister, Miss Laura Jar- rett ; the second Miss Lucy Sherwood, sister of the bridegroom. Mr W Knight, of Nana Glen, supported the bridegroom as best man. The marriage ceremony was impressively performed by the Rev West- brook, and at its close the party left the church to the strains of the "Wedding March," played by the organist, Miss Kerr. The bride's dress was of deep cream chiffon taffeta silk, richly draped, with silk lace and sequin trimmings of gold and silver. A beautiful gold pendant, the gift of the bridegroom, was worn by the bride, while wreath and veil were well in kcep ing with the bridal costume. Miss Laura Jarrett was costumed in box dress of Indian embroidered muslin with hat to match the varying shades being in pale heliotrope : while Miss L Sherwood ap peared in dress of the same material with hat to match but in white effects only. Both bridesmaids wore the bridegroom's gifts of gold crescent brooches. On entering the Pioneer Hall a most artistic sight met the eye, and of this beautiful picture Mr. Tom, of Coramba, was successful in obtaining a fine portrait. These arrange ments were under tho supervision of Mrs. W Mathie of Nana Glen, assistance being again rendered by the many friends of the bride and her family. Very seldom in sparse country centres can such fine arrangements be carried out, and nothing but the artistic skill of those undertaking the work could ensure such perfect arrangements or fine effect. A matter of regret to Mr. and Mrs. Jarrett was the prevention of attendance by many of their long-dis tanced guests through the inclement wea ther. After justice had been done to the fine breakfast provided, the Chairman, Rev. Mr. 'Westbrook, proposed the health of "The Bride and Bridegroom," to which Mr. F. Sherwood responded, "The Bridesmaids, " by Mr F. F. Sherwood, and re sponded to by Mr.Wright : "The Bride's Parents," by. Mr. H. Playford and re sponded to by Mr. T. J. Jarrett "Bridegroom's Parents.' by Mr A J King to which Mr.E B Sherwood : responded : "The Guests," byi Mr. T. J. Jarrett and responded to by. Mr.R Playford. "The King," by Mr. A. W. Fowler, brought the toast list to a close. The wedding pre sents were numerous, and as they ap peared on show would do credit to many stalls in a country store, while nestling among them was a fine bit of green paper bearing the bride's name and three figures. Many congratulatory telegrams were recieved from distant friends. "

In the "Clarence and Richmond Examiner" of Saturday 30 March 1907:

"CROWN LANDS. ;The following,applications were lodged at the Grafton Lands Office this week :- Francis Frederick. Sherwood, Nana Glen, homestead selection of 214 acres, county Fitzroy, parish of Moonee, commencing at the north-east corner of portion 201, and bounded thence south to the south-east corner of portion 202, thence east to the north-east corner of portion 208, thence south to the south-east corner of that por tion, thence east about 38 chains, thence north a sufficient distance to contain the area, thence west to the point of com- mencement. Deposit paid £2 13s 6d survey fee £2 5s.;"

In the "Clarence and Richmond Examiner" of Tuesday 3 August 1909:

"NANA GLEN. According to syllabus of the Band of Hope, the question "Which exercises the greater influence for good-the Press or the Pulpit ?" was debated on Tuesday evening last. Mr. E. Scribner opened in favour of the press, supported by Messrs. T. J. Jarrett and F. F. Sherwood. Messrs. A. W. Fowler, G. Wilcox, A. Grieve and E. B. Sherwood advocated the side of the pulpit. On the vote be- ing taken, the question was carried in favour of the press by a two to one majority. Rev. W. G. Taylor, of the Central Sydney Mission, will lecture at Nana Glen on Wednesday evening. As Mr. Taylor has had a long career as lecturer and missioner, a very profitable evening may be expected."

From the "Clarence and Richmond Examiner" of Tuesday 3 December 1912:

"Land Applications. Francis Frederick Sherwood, Nana Glen, 150a. a.c.p . conversion of h.s., parish Moonee."

Frank was a member of the Fishing Club, and the "Clarence and Richmond Examiner" of Saturday 16 May 1914, He won the first and second prize in the season's cod-fish competition, having landed the winning 8lb. 3 oz. and 7lb. 8 oz specimens.

From the "Clarence and Richmond Examiner" of Saturday 9 November 1912:

"Mr Frank Sherwood of Nana Glen, gave a practical exhibition of science versus labour, at Mr T F Branch's farm, in clearing land of stumps, trees and logs, and sub-soiling, with explosives, using an electric battery, cable and gelignite, proving clearly that explosives are cheaper and far more expeditious than the old laborious methods of clearing and stumping land. Mr Branch has had two acres sub-soiled, on an orchard site, for which it seems to be specially adapted, and one acre in his maize paddock. The weather is splendid for grass and crops. Further good rains fell here on Tuesday. The recent spell of dry weather has been the worst in Orara since 1902."