Cudgegong Valley History Project

Wedding. BEGG - LOWE. St. John's Church of England, Crudine, was the scene of a pretty wedding when Mr. Thomas Begg, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. James Begg, of '-\r.4yie. ' t in 1ki.mb1.1ne. was married to Miss Ruby Gladys Lowe, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton W. Lowe, of Rosehill, Crudine. The ceremony was conducted by the Rev. Warren Carr, of Sofala. The church had been tastefully decorated by friends of the bride. "The Voice that Breathed O'er Eden" was sung as the bride entered the church on the arm of her father. Her gown was a charming combination of ivory crepe-de-chene and georgette, richly embroidered with pearls. Her tulle veil, hand embroidered, was held in position by a wreath of orange blossoms and heather, and a court train fell gracefully from the shoulders, and was embroidered in silver satin roses and horseshoes. Her shower bouquet, which was beautifully arranged and made, by Mrs. E. Winsper, consisted of white lillies, chrysanthemums, roses, dahlias and ferns tied with tulle and satin streamers. Miss Jean Begg was bridesmaid, and was attired in a chic frock of pale blue crepede-chene, with overdress of ivory georgette, and tulle sash and hat to match. She carried a bouquet of roses and ferns, and wore a gold bangle, the gift of the bridegroom. Mr. Fred Lowe was best man. During the signing of the register Mrs. H. L. Rouland sung 'Cr.'-il' Mrs. Donald Murchison of Glengarry Station, Nymagee, presided at the organ, and played the Wedding March as the bridal couple left the church. Subsequently a reception was held in the school room, the bride's mother received the guests in a gown or black crepe-de-chene and smart black hat to match. The bridegroom's mother wore a gown of black vivuna, relieved with touches of dove gray and gold. The tables had been daintily laid out particular friends of the bride, and, together with the floral decorations, which were the clever work of ? Whisper, won much praise and admiration. Approximately 80 guests sat down, and they included guests from West New South Wales, Sydney, Bathurst, Orange, Hill End and Gulgong. The wedding cake (a confectioner's art) was made and decorated by Mrs. John Binnie, "Tatiara," Canley Vale, Sydney. The bride's travelling dress was a smart costume, in champagne and hand embroidered in vieux rose and gold. Her hat was of gold satin straw, with a swathed crown of jet crepe-de-chene and one large rose Champagne gloves and footwear completed a smart and pretty toilet. She wore a handsome wolf fur, which, with a set of silver backed brush, comb and mirror, were the gifts of the bridegroom. The bride's gift to the bridegroom was a gold albert. Mr. and Mrs. Begg left by car for Bathurst, and later by train for Sydney, where the honeymoon was spent. Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 1 July 1920, p. 23. Wedding Begg and Lowe

CRUDINE. MISS R. G. LOWE ENTERTAINED. Miss Ruby Lowe, the popular daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton W. Lowe, of 'Rosehill,' was entertained on May 28 at a jumble tea in honor of her approaching marriage with Mr. T. R. Begg, a western grazier and sport from the Nyngan district. Quite a large gathering of people of the district was present, and the tables set apart were liberally laden with presents of all kinds. It will be remembered that about three years ago the local school that she had a good deal of spare time on her hands, conceived an idea that her time might be usefully employed in instructing the children of the district. It was not long before she put her idea into practice, and ever since has carried out her plans with results which have won for her the admiration of both parents and children. I feel confident no remarks of mine could adequately convey to Miss Lowe the feeling of sincere, gratitude of all concerned. Her untiring energy and enthusiasm have had an effect upon the children which will not readily be forgotten. Mr. O'Brien, who was chairman, said it was with mingled feelings of pleasure and regret that he was present - pleasure because it was an opportunity to express his appreciations; regret because he realised what an irreparable loss such a fine young woman was to such a remote district. Mr. M. O'Brien, on behalf of the children, presented Miss Lowe with a handsome silver jam basin and spoon, and wished her all sorts of happiness. Mr. M. O'Brien, for Miss Lowe, thanked the children and all present for their beautiful presents and their good wishes. He said he knew that Miss Lowe's associations with her friends would always be remembered. Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 10 June 1920, p. 9. Entertained Ruby Lowe

DEATHS MRS. T. R. BEGG With profound regret, everybody who knew Mrs. Begg will have learned of her death at a private hospital in Sydney on Saturday evening, April 11, 1931. Mrs. Begg (Ruby) was the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Lowe, of Caerleon, Mudgee, and sister of Mrs. Herb Rayner and Mrs. C. E. Cox (Gulgamree), Mrs. Murchison (Hurstville), Syd (Guildford), Hector (Mudgee), Fred and Jack (Rylstone) and Billy, who paid the supreme sacrifice in the late war. The wife of a devoted husband, and mother of six little children, Mrs. Begg was a wonderful woman. She was wife, mother and teacher, and fulfilled her mission on earth as only those who knew her can realise. Her devotion to her husband and family was always an example. In all her weeks of suffering when sickness overtook her, she bravely fought a losing battle. With hope and super human strength she suffered excrucriating pain and torture, yet seldom complained. The passing was peaceful. The remains were laid to rest at Rookwood. Hers was truly a life made beautiful by beautiful deeds. The sympathy of everyone will go out to a grief-stricken husband, who is himself seriously ill in Sydney. Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 23 April 1931, p. 5. Obituary Ruby Begg