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Newspaper
Bombala Times
Location
Bombala, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 21, 1934
Page
1
The column records various Christmas and church notices in Bombala, Cathcart and Ribbenlake listing service times and departures. It also includes condolences for Murdoch and Muriel Doris, with thanks to friends for wreaths, cards, and telegrams.
The Times issue notes Pambola annual races set for next Wednesday and Thursday while reporting heat in Orbost that caused pig deaths in the sale yard. Alderman Rosenthal named mayor of Bega, Jay of Tilba Tilba to Bane bala Public School, and a New Year’s Day land auction at Pambula. A hailstorm in Sydney’s northern suburbs caused thousands in damage.
Message extends season greetings to readers wishing a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Expresses hope that the coming year will bring continued improvement in personal and civic life.
Local Bombala newspaper items cover Christmas cards hospital flowers public holiday declared for Monday December 24 banking and offices closures Seaside resort plans Bonalba to Eden travel and entertainment updates including Olympia Pictures festive season programs and the Olympia Annual Dance on New Year’s Eve.
S Emanuel displays a wide assortment of high grade goods for men and gifts for wives daughters and sweethearts. Shown is an unsurpassed stock of wearables with quality and price emphasis. Early inspection urged with goods held if needed for Christmas.
In a Sunday clash at Bombala ground Bombala won by 11 runs over Cathcart. Bombala 1st innings 194 with Perkins 50 Warden 30. Cathcart 1st innings 4 Taylor 15. Bombala 2nd 49 with Persons 19. Cathcart 2nd 28 Santelle 12. Directors worry over Stock Inspector tuberculosis testing amid talk of a tubercle free municipality proposal.
The community mourns the passing of Michael Gerathy after 56 years as Bombala Times subscriber and local stalwart. A tribute praises his honesty, hard work, and loyalty to friends and kin as the town reflects on a long newspaper allegiance. The Parents and Citizens Association honored Mr Cayzer and family with gifts as he moves to Springwood School, sharing memories and best wishes while the group enjoyed a social evening with dancing and supper.
From Our Own Correspondent reports Messrs Gleng Son begin erecting a residence for Mr T W Moreing. Mrs L D Stewart travels to Weeks Creek for a holiday with her mother. Mr C W McCoy brings in a pure bred Jersey bull from Hawkesbury Agricultural College to improve his dairy herd. Mr M Gerathy dies after twelve months poor health and a recent operation in Sydney. He was 78, born near Jindabyne, married Esther Taylor, left a widow seven children and many grandchildren. Funeral attended with Rev Father Keating officiating.
The Delegate community mourns Thomas Tord age 69 who died Sunday afternoon at Delegate Hospital after a recent illness. A saddlery tradesman from Delegate born in Bombala, he served as secretary of the local Grand United Order of Oddfellows lodge and Town Commons Trust and Racecourse secretary. Survived by son Jack in Sydney, funeral Monday with Oddfellows attendance and wreaths from School of Arts and the Oddfellows Lodge. Rev Father Keating officiated.
Bega Agricultural Society moved its show to the first Wednesday and Thursday in March 1935, clashing with Bombala Show dates. Numerous shows will crowd the period, creating unavoidable conflicts though it is regrettable when major events interfere. A knock-out snarl tournament at the Literary Institute on Monday night awarded ham and turkey prizes funded by Mr. Mod Goodman. W. Munckion secured both top prizes, first on his own nomination and second on Sergeant Lewis's, winning both semi finals and leaving no opponent for the final.
The Bibbenlake Shire Council announces an extra election for one councilor in the Bombala riding following the resignation of Councillor William Edward Talhut. Nomination day is Friday January 4, 1935, with nominations due by 5 p.m. at the Shire Office Bombala. Nomination papers require consent in writing and must meet Local Government Act rules, with withdrawal by 11 a.m. election day. Arthur Nicholson is Returning Officer and GEO D. Langley is Shire Clerk.
Real estate listing offers 16 Seaside building sites priced from £29 to £ per lot with deposits 9 percent and balance due in twelve months at 4 percent interest. Plans and full details available from Land Agent Walter C Godfrey, Pambula, or Allman OS. Also noted is a NSW Supreme Court probate notice for Michael Gerathy, with executors E R Gerathy and Michael Percy Gerathy seeking claims within four weeks.
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