28 Jun 1935
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Newspaper
Bombala Times
Location
Bombala, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 28, 1935
Page
1
A notice lists 30 church services across Presbyterian and Methodist denominations. Names include Rey A J Barexrr and Rev PW Panoni. June Bombala is noted with an children’s service at 10 am, and evening service at 7 30 pm.
In loving memory of our dear father and grandfather who passed away June 9th, 191. You will remain forever in our hearts. From his loving daughter and son in law and grandchildren Esther and Ceci Brmser Leotou.
Sharp frost at Bews and light snow in town accompany notes on bids invited for mail contracts. Obituaries record the deaths of Cooma grazier and former soldier William Mcfensie in Goulburn and Riverine Street resident John Tomes Stage in Bairnsdale. A wedge tailed eagle attacked a chained cockatoo at Bulumwaona Hotel, dragging the perch before releasing the bird.
Opticians and optometrists formerly with H A Bapeaccovan Ltd will personally visit Elegate Delegate Hotel in Wat Dag. From Tuesday August 9 to Wednesday August 15 they will be available at Imperial Hotel, offering eye care from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday.
The upcoming Olympia presentation this Saturday and Monday features George Arliss as Disraeli in a historic tale of Suez Canal shares. The plot centers on Disraeli purchasing the Khedive of Egypt’s shares amid Russia’s bid, with a Rothschild figure named Meyer aiding the funding after the Bank of England refuses. Joan Bennett co-stars with Arliss, with changes to supporting cast and a repeat serial episode shown each night.
The Barrow Derby drew thousands as Conrad Olsen, a prospector, set an Australian record with his barrow push. He toiled across Australia including Central Australia after sharing a rich find at Qombienbar in 1933. The Exhibition Hall will host tonight’s Ball opening a new supper room funded by Mr. and Mrs. Maslin and Mr. A W Garnock, replacing the old cramped space to speed service and comfort.
The month to date rainfall totals 71 points amid wintry week conditions with snow on Sunday. Delegate footballers won last Saturday's reserve grade match against Bambala 10 to 5 here. Jit Stewart, son of Mr and Mrs RE Stewart, broke his arm yesterday playing. Delagata and Bambala hockey saw Bowbela scored by Mrs Wise with Joyce Crawford and Doris Hayse contributing for Delegate. A committee report to the PL&A Society meeting noted the past year as its most successful.
In Bombala area a plan to push a wheelbarrow loaded with firewood or rubbish becomes a public spectacle when a wager turns the journey into a test of grit. Beechworth’s stunt and local “barrowmen” draw crowds, while Bombala eyes fame yet faces caution and betting rules as a community event unfolds.
Open column voices public concern over marsupial control and the timing of license requests to destroy wallabies kangaroos and wombats. The writer questions directors of the P P board and RSPCA about landowners bearing summer shortages and winter pest damage while keeping up with tax obligations and fence destruction.
reader letters dispute Stock Inspector report on marsupials and license demands to destroy them. writer argues winter feed value elevates pasture value and marsupials are driven into improved pastures in winter, contending skin value is irrelevant.
A landowner argues for a state dog registration scheme with a small annual fee of five shillings. The funds would be earmarked solely for destroying wild dogs, spreading the cost among all dog owners rather than those on the outskirts.
The New South Wales Police News notes Sergt First Class A H Taylor of Liverpool has retired on pension after a wide police service across Marrickville Armidale Hillgrove Glen Innes Woodenbong Boggabilla Nundle Campbelltown Parramatta and No 4 division. He recalls arrests at Nowendoc and other assignments including cattle theft cases, a long 40 mile journey with a beef cask to Acacia Creek, and a later murder case in Liverpool. He retires to live in Liverpool with his wife and son, daughters married, and was honored with a gold watch at Boggabilla.
Public Works Department informs Mr Hedges that Bombala water supply cost has been cut from 17000 pounds to 15650 pounds. With a per capita charge of 23 shillings per year, the council could incur a debt around 7000 pounds, subject to revision with precise details. The scheme is kept in view for possible inclusion if additional Commonwealth and State funds become available.
A busy Cathcart page notes Lilian Mawson passing a general nurse exam, a St Pauls of England meeting approving repairs and a 25 pound pariah car fund gift, and a profitable Blue Bells dance at Cathcart. Wheelbarrow Derby teased, Ribbenlake beat Cathcart second grade 18 nil, Leo Murphy sprained, F J Davis in Sydney hospital with improving eyesight prospects.
The Bombala Public School notes merit lists for nine classes with numerous pupils named by class, showing strong local student achievement. Additions to the school are nearly finished, with class disruption minimal as workers shift to the school residence painting and repairs. Local shopkeepers decry traveling cheap city firms for undercutting rents and depriving railways of freight, warning country towns would decline without local support.
Sheep sale notice from Goulburn by W H Wheatley lists 10 000 ewes and rams for absolute sale. Includes breeders and farmers catalog with pretailored stock descriptions. Notes August shorn and rising one year Haddon Big blood lines. Tracks available state rates.
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