Memorial to Bowden-born activist proposed.

MP for Florey Ms Frances Bedford has made a submission to the Charles Sturt Council arguing that Muriel Matters, who was born in Bowden in 1877, should be given the public recognition her work deserves by the naming of a street in the proposed Bowden Village redevelopment.

Council agenda for the meeting on 22nd this month contains Ms Bedfords submission, which states:

“Muriel Matters was a remarkable activist who worked passionately to champion many important causes, including the suffrage movement. She was born in Fourteenth Street, Bowden in 1877. Her father was a local cabinet maker and her family were significant property owners in the Hindmarsh area.”

A biography of Muriels life and activities can be found in Wikipedia at:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muriel_Matters

Charles Sturt Council agenda :

http://www.charlessturt.sa.gov.au/webdata/resources/files/cl10-02-22.pdf

update: historical re-enactment here:http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/news/south-australia/grille-unveiling-marks-muriels-fight-for-rights/story-e6frea83-1225944885573