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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 06, 1937
Page
8
A Missouri farmer observed a family party in their car dumping lunch remnants from a picnic. He exchanged greetings, obtained their address, and the next day found their burial garden strewn with tins, cartons, wrappings and damaged horse shoes left by the picnickers.
A skeleton over 12 000 years old is being cleaned and reassembled under Sir Arthur Keith for examination by the Spelacelogical Conference at Bristol. The 22 year old man shows a powerful jaw and a high intelligent cranial formation. Weapons and flakings near the skeleton suggest the cave was both dwelling and workshop.
Public discussion over Australia’s ability to produce liquid fuels locally cites trials in coal and shale processing as costly and time consuming. Experts warn that even with favorable conditions only a small share of 280 million gallons needed annually could be produced domestically, stressing reliance on British naval protection to keep sea routes open during war era.
A system devised by Robert Heven of New York promises improved crime detection. By analyzing prints from four criminals he had never met, Heven reportedly described each suspect in detail including height within an inch, weight within five pounds, gait and hair eye and skin color.
Dr. E G Malherbe, visiting New Zealand and director of the National Bureau of Education in Pretoria, warned there is no born criminal. He cited psychological and glandular factors, high intelligence among criminals, and home life as key causes while urging compassionate child care and avoiding labeling a child a criminal.
The Fire and Accident Underwriters Association of NSW explains why motor vehicle premiums rise from August 1. Gosling notes NSW rates compare favorably with London, Glasgow, New York, Canada, and Germany, with minimal effects for higher horsepower and a 20 percent no claim bonus maintained. Discounts offered for bearing part of each claim. Boorowa Show schedules printed and available from Secretary S G Hughaston.
A coronial inquest in Warweila investigated the death of 23 year old Selby Ryan a district grasker who died from suffocation after his car left the road and toppled onto an embankment. The inquest was adjourned to August 12 with findings noting lung suffocation due to the vehicle's weight and a surrounding sequence of events at Goulburn side of Cullerin near Murmuthilly Creek.
A fortnight ago at Loma Kenny's Creek a social evening bid farewell to Ulric Edgerton who heads to Melbourne to join the National Airways Corp for a training course in ground engineering, radio operation and piloting. Guests included the Gorham family and local residents. speeches and songs followed a supper provided by Mrs. Cyril Gorham and Mrs. Ed Edgerton.
The MORLIN LA Association urges parents to curb dangerous postures by children on bridges over roadways. Complaints come from several urban areas as kids drop iron bolts and stones onto passing vehicles. An iron bolt once struck a touring car hood near two passengers, prompting warnings to prevent similar accidents.
The touring department of the NROM warns Bunpwahl to Forster is in poor condition with sections waterlogged and boggy after rain. An alternate Bullahdelah via Sabine is fair in dry weather but tough in wet conditions at Sullivan's Cape until improvements are finished. A longer Gloucester route via Kramhach to Nohiae is advised in wet weather.
The Farmers and Graziers Co op notes daily increasing shearing in Western and North Western districts. Darlin Harbour arrivals rise as heavier yardings push market activity, with firm Tops market after a small advance. Japan remains a major buyer, totaling about 246,628 bales, and is expected to reach 500,000 bales purchased by June 10, 1098.
Baron von Oerteen, Auto Union AGs general export manager, arrived in Melbourne to present plans for manufacturing car bodies in Australia. He advocated a Germany Australia trade treaty noting benefits similar to Germany South Africa pact, and highlighted potential wool price effects and South African wool sales to Germany.
The agreement made last December set an eighteen month total of 600 000 bales. The second half fulfilled 300 100 bales while United States shipments rose from 90 126 to 265 805 bales and Mary shipments jumped from 17 833 to 117 139 bales. Trading remains quiet but steady demand for passed in wool and fellmongered parcels signals healthy undercurrents.
The Empire screens IT ISN’T DONE tomorrow with THE CASE AGAINST MRS AMES featuring Madeline Carroll and George Brent. Also shown are HEARTS IN REUNION and HIGH TENSION with Dionne Quintuplets performing. Matinee includes IT ISN’T DONE MICKEWS POL TEAM and a short news reel.
A fragmentary price list shows apples such as Granny Smith Munro's Favourite Teoma and Gj mixed cases with per case and per basket notes. Mentions Blayney and King's Plains with Gar diner note, unclear quantities.
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