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Newspaper
Bombala Times
Location
Bombala, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 07, 1925
Page
1
Methodist and Church of England listings show services at 9 Mt Darragh 12 am Beresford 3 pm Bombala 7 30 pm Rug Marine and 9th Sunday after Trinity. Bombala 8 am 11 am Mating 7 20 pm Evensong Bulkalong 2 pm Evensong Rev 8 Broadroot.
A Sydney report on a Wagga to Qanterra railway survey prompted a deputation led by the Minister for Lands and two Goulburn MPs urging inquiry. The scheme would cut Melbourne to Canberra travel by about five hours, linking Melbourne Eastern and North Eastern Victoria with Canberra and potentially affecting Bombala's border line. The call stresses Victoria’s stake and NSW action to keep the project from being delayed.
Citizens urged unity on building Main Roads in the Ribben lake Shire with railway links to Bombala Orbost and Twofold Bay. The aim is to persuade Parliament to approve construction before final route inquiries.
Advertising notices report a Footballers Ball at Ribbenlake next Wednesday night and a Chamber of Commerce meeting planned for Monday night. Several local residents list sales and job notices including potatoes, turnips, a jailbird sows sale, and a motor car.
Column urges pause on steel ceiling plans for the School of Arts hall and gallery citing acoustic loss and heat risk. It supports expanding the main hall and creating a sinking fund to clear debt in 10 to 13 years. Also reports motor license lapses, a promotion at Narrabri West, Odd Fellows meeting at Delegate, and local court fines and dog control cases.
The passage notes a general feeling that cemetery improvements should proceed though the effort seems largely stalled. Public sentiment condemns the cemetery's disgraceful state and questions whether the renovation will gain momentum without sustained backing.
Public School Savings Bank becomes a branch of the Government Savings Bank of New South Wales. Deposits from one penny upward earn interest when they reach one pound, with no limit beyond the parent bank’s limits.
The piece cites high Australian infant mortality with about 100000 of 1.8 million babies not surviving to 12 months. It highlights Sydney improvements, Port Sunlight England gains, and urges Child Welfare Centres and Baby Clinics to expand. It stresses nourishment, disease prevention, and education for mothers to improve infant survival.
The B N A bazaar at Cathcart on Saturday August 1 drew a crowded hall and raised about £51 for the association. Stalls and raffles contributed with donations and personal thanks to Mrs Toms, who was honoured at a farewell event with a mayoral cheque and gifts for her family before she leaves for Sydney.
The Bombala Chamber of Commerce announces its monthly meeting of members at the Literary Institute on Monday next in August at 7.30 p.m. A full attendance is requested as important business will be dealt with. W. G. Tyredie, Hon. Sec.
Cann River Butter and Produce Company invites applications for a driver position on a government motor lorry. Experience in repairs preferred. Must be sober and steady. State wages, marital status, and enclose references with start date. Apply to Manager of Factory or Agent. Good prospects and good men. O’Neill, Manager.
Notice from Bibbenlake Shire Council announces the compilation and exhibition of the electors lists for Riding A and Riding G at multiple local offices including Bungarby Bibbenlake Holice Station Qathoart Rockton Craigie Corrowidgen Pics Bombala and Pics area. Eligible voters missing from the list may apply for enrolment under the Local Government Act 1918 as amended. GEO D IGLEY Shire Gleck Bombala July 71 1825.
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