I thought I would share this snippet from the Portland Guardian of 24 February 24 1904. The single men of Bridgewater had a lot to think about while milking the cows during the leap year of 1904.
Bridgewater. (1904, February 24). Portland Guardian (Vic. : 1876 – 1953), p. 3 Edition: EVENING. Retrieved February 29, 2012, from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63687492
Western District Families 
Hello Merron
have just read you blog with great interest. I too am descended from the Barrys of Tipperary. Your Ellen Gamble nee Barry was the sister of Mary – the troublesome – on board the Orient. I would love to chat with you about our ancestors if you are interested.
Regards
Kathryn
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Hi Kathryn
Great to hear from you. I would be interested in talking about the Barrys further. You can email me directly at mezridd@gmail.com
Thanks
Merron
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