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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 18, 1947
Page
5
Mr P W Richardson prominent Liberal candidate for the forthcoming state election in the Cowra district with 20 years in the building trade and local public service. He survived as a carpenter and builder, served on the Woonan Show Committee and Cowra council roles, with family ties and real estate involvement noted.
The office requests advertisers and contributors to forward copy promptly. Delays hamper late hours of publication and force corrections to each paragraph. To maintain fairness, copies should arrive by noon Wednesday for casual ads, with urgent notices by 1 a.m. on publication day. News from contributors is welcome.
Inspector George Bell reported the railway between Young and Demondrike badly infested with rabbits. Routd decided to seek legal advice on whether court action could be taken against the railways.
N C Barber born and bred in the Yass district, described as having a sound knowledge of rural industry. He is noted as President of the Yan Electorate Council and Secretary of the Yass Branch.
Mr Jack Collins of the Country Party urges using local practical men to select lands for soldier settlement. He faults advisory committees formed by the government claiming they lack real local standing and fail to consult on viable options in the district. He calls for practical men to be consulted on settlement subjects and for clearer government reporting.
A local report notes rules restricting business activities after hours. Proprietors like ENrige and a butcher face limits on evening sales and early morning entry. Details show caps on petrol sales after 6 pm and Sunday baking restrictions.
The death of Mr Cutie Viewur Robertson of Karima Ning, occurred Monday at Miveriog Howpital Hontine after no operation and he had not since enjoyed the best of death. He was son of the late Mr and Mrs William Robertson born at Sulton Grange NX and a Royal supporter of his church. He served as treasurer of Saint Church to Eng and Tanemencaroo. Survived by two daughters Mre M (ean) Welnister and Mavis of Karine, six grandchildren, and a brother Mr Roy Robesioah of Hulwan Gene. The funeral was held on Turndity Ferge from St Yen ve Church of Harland and the Rev HS Brown officiated at the service and graveside. Members of Yuss Lode nf Concord formed a Guard of Honour at the cemetery. The Masonic service was led by Master S. Sargent. Mr Thomas Whitehead also died this week after a long illness.
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