JOIN author John Howell as he talks about his intriguing book The Only Woman at Gallipoli at Taree Library on Wednesday, November 26 from 2pm.
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After reading a snippet from a fascinating story John started a journey of discovery which took him from Australian libraries all the way to Turkey; to unseen diaries and love letters in London and Northern England.
After five years the book The Only Woman at Gallipoli emerged.
In November 1915 a woman appeared amid the fighting at Gallipoli, she laid a wreath on a grave and then disappeared.
It was the grave of a hero - a man killed at the landings and awarded the Victoria Cross.
Was the visitor a dedicated nurse and hospital founder who saved the lives of thousands in a 50 year career - a woman awarded medals by Britain, France and Turkey? Was she a famous explorer, fluent in Arabic and Persian, a friend of the famous including T E Lawrence and Winston Churchill, and the only female delegate among thousands at the Paris Peace Conference in 1919?
Who was this woman?
John will be talking about and signing copies of his book at this free event. Refreshments will be provided. Bookings are essential - phone 6592 5290 or library.events@gtcc.nsw.gov.au to secure your spot.
Christmas cabaret dance
THE Mitchell's Island Hall will be holding its annual Christmas cabaret dance on Saturday, December 6 to raise funds to go towards maintenance of the hall.
Dancing will start at 8pm to the sounds of Company B who will be playing everyone's favourite dances from old time through to a little bit of rock and roll.
There will be plenty of prizes given away throughout the night, all of the Christmas theme.
A delicious home cooked supper of cakes and slices as well as sandwiches will be served with tea and coffee.
Drinks and nibbles are BYO.
For more information or to make table or seat reservations phone 6553 2082.