14 May 1937
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Newspaper
Bombala Times
Location
Bombala, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 14, 1937
Page
1
The Fige family expresses gratitude for wreaths and expressions of sympathy shown during the bereavement of Dr. Macarthur in hospital care. They acknowledge the Matoom and staff for their kind attention to the late Nushiund Aud father and to the mourning family during this difficult time.
Frosts sweep through the week as Bombala notes report community happenings. Local government work visits, a May 2 stop in town, and theatre ads for Olympia promise family entertainment. Obituaries, railway service memories, Coronation day ceremonies, and medals mark civic life. Local auctions and road works detail regional economy and infrastructure in Bombala and district with dates and figures.
Wednesday's competition produced Stark topping the field with a nett 57 after 18 holes. Pierce finished second on 60. Stark and Gillan both posted 122 after 36 holes, tied for second place in the Associates competition won by Mrs Gillan.
A letter to the Dooms paper by Mr A H Balmain argues for front end parking on main streets to ease congestion and avoid rear end collisions near verandahs and bridges. The report notes improving progress on round parking near the Delegate road and mentions a highway connection needed to link Bonnog Highway in Victoria.
A record of delegate meetings for opticians and optometrists at the Imperial Hotel Bombala and another venue. The schedule lists Monday and Tuesday sessions with start times in the morning and afternoon, and a Wednesday session closing in the early evening.
The Cooma Chamber of Commerce hosted Swedish officials Mr Hellstrom and Dr Samsiog who discussed a 16 mile tunnel through granite to divert water from a dam near Jinda byne to a site opposite Biddi Point and a potential 200 000 kilowatt output. They noted transmission to Sydney via Nttlesloss if the Snowy River scheme proceeds and agreed on electricity resources for the Bite.
Bombala District Hospital board met Tuesday night chaired by Mr Gillon. The Chief Secretary’s Department granted permission for a dance at B Dent’s woolshed, with about £8 raised. Works Committee to inspect hospital entrance road for car access. Wool sales yielded £38 19s from second lot of black wool. Hospitals Commission to oversee patient fees and evasion procedures. Accounts totalling £3 4s available for payment. Staff changes noted. Sister May to replace Sister Marchant, Nurse Martin to replace Nurse Heath. Donations received from several locals. April receipts reached £815, highest in years. Black wool sales now complete, receipts £267 19s 11d. Meade v Meade judgment in Melbourne held that transfer of land by late Delegate River father to son Arthur Charles Mead stood, court declining undue influence claims. judgment for defendant with costs.
Bombala defeated Goulburn 40 to 15 in a Sunday friendly at Goulburn. Bombala's speed and teamwork were praised, while Goulburn showed defensive lapses but notable forward work. The home club faces a Pambala Sub group pick at Bombala next, with potential reserve games as curtain raiser.
A fragmented page notes The Pinch Singer and Our Gang comedy in Rio de Janeiro with oddities and a table Tennie TM feature. The readable text highlights entertainment items and a curious table Tennie entry.
Bibbenlake Shire Council reports receipt of an application to erect two structures west and east of Pociigu 236 in Cafgenes Parish and to raze an object with the aid of a vote. The notice outlines proposed works and local planning considerations.
H A Barraclough Ltd Optometrists and Opticians at 385 George Street Sydney announce a next visit at the Imperial Hotel on Monday June 14 from 1 to 3 pm. The notice notes regular town visits and mentions Mr R Cuark F.I.Q as scout.
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