20 Dec 1935
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Newspaper
Bombala Times
Location
Bombala, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1935
Page
1
A readable fragment lists Methodist Deemebe services at Romsdal seven thirty with several clergy names, plus Church of England and Roman Catholic mentions. Other entries reference Presbyterian and Deceneese gatherings with dates and delegates, though many words are garbled.
The Times records council matters including parking, hospital plans at the Central Garage, and Dr Hua Wile as president. It notes Cobargo resident Mr Mex Boyd’s sudden Friday death and Bomdala figures show prosperity rising with new trucks and lorries. Also mentions Bombala Cycle Club party, and death of George Whitney, former Bomdala gaoler, in Manly. his son Jim is Comptroller General of Prison in Queensland.
Local items report a motor collision on the Pacific Highway near Gosford injuring Mrs Vaughan and leaving Gordon Vaughan with minor injuries. The District learns of magistrate appointments including names such as Shr Ando Gillan and Ruxton. Bishop Burgman visits Bombala with confirmation services across Bombala Cathcart and Delegate and approval of a new Parish Hall plans.
Public notices list FEGS Opticians and Optometrists visiting delegates at Delegate Hotel on Monday evening and Bombala Imperial Motel on Tuesday afternoon. Details unclear due to OCR errors but indicate patient access times and venue names.
Norman Dart, 19, of W, was killed when a lorry overturned at the Bobingah crossing on the Cooma Nimmita road Saturday night. Keith McDonald of Bega and A Robinson rode in the lorry. McDonald and Robinson were rescued with minor injuries. Dart, a Victorian, was to visit family for Christmas. his father drove 700 miles to Cooma after hearing the news.
The editor urges holiday travelers to arrange care for pets, poultry, and livestock left at empty houses. It notes caretakers must provide food and water, and warns police inspectors enforce the Animals Protection Act. Report any cages of cruelty to authorities.
The Bombala branch held its annual meeting last Saturday afternoon with three members present. President Mrs W Tweedie chaired as report and balance sheet outlined a strong year with record membership and improved finances. Donations to Bombala Hospital and ward equipment were noted. Delegates attended conferences in Braidwood Goulburn and Sydney. Officers elected with six vice presidents approved.
The fifth annual Younger Set meeting at the CWA elected Miss Jovis Stewart as president with Miss K Wilton and EB McMahon as vice presidents. Miss M Ingram became secretary and Miss G Hardaker treasurer. Advisory committee members were named. the group planned dances and parties raising funds for Bombila District Hospital and will resume activities in February.
A correction lists the accurate High School Entrance Exam results for Bombala Public School. It names students achieving 11 passes from Sydney Girls' High School and Wort Street Boys' High, and adds corrected 2nd class and 1st class prize recipients including Ruby Beileiter, Anne Barrett, Valeria Vile, Norman Platts, Patricia Mawson, Mavie Wilton, Zeppie Ballad and Cameron Stewart.
The sixth monthly prize shoot at the rifle range covered 200 and 600 yards. Faulty ammunition caused unusually low scores for the first time. J Forrest won the Cock-of-the-Walk Cup. Trevanion claimed the quantum spoon with a score of 951%.
Fragmentary notice references sabgeribert and advertisers in a public sale context. Readable items include action and local official involvement, with key terms suggesting sale terms and party names. Text remains incomplete but indicates a formal sale proceeding and notice requirements.
A memorial kiosk by Mrs. Ada Bryan in memory of her husband Henry B Bryan and their son Dickia was dedicated by Dr. Burgmann Anglican Bishop of Goulburn. The kiosk overlooks the Bothala cemetery and provides shelter water and a flowers area for graves. The bishop spoke of Christian faith and eternal life as the service concluded with benediction.
Government gazette notices announce land objections to be filed within one month, an inquiry on January 12 1936 at Bommbala Court House regarding lease conversions, and a 1946 Supreme Court probate notice for Ethel Jane Holland with claims due by February 1986. Includes Crown Lands Act references and executor details for Frederick Charles Boys Broster in Bombala.
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