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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 13, 1937
Page
1
Ganeiss Fest features onion rhorr items posted in a local newspaper format. The note highlights unusual culinary themes and community participation with brief remarks from organizers.
The Rev J E Jones of the Bush Church Aid Society spoke at David Jones Auditorium last week praising Britain and Australia for moral and economic resilience after stress. He urged stopping Communism early and highlighted outback hostels flying doctors and the Ceduna memorial hospital built at a cost of about £4500 with most funds already raised.
Over 26 000 spectators lined a 33 mile course in Murvigburg South Africa as 11 of 30 cars finished. M Humphreys won and R Harrison took second driving English De Luxe Ford vehicles amid crashes and mechanical troubles. Ford teams praised for reliability and performance.
Darwin reports an aboriginal boy named Harry, employed at the police meee, dying after being struck by a death bone. Another boy pointed the bone at him yesterday. authorities say there is no hope and are sending Harry by train to Katherine to die there as he wishes. He has long been a patient of local faith healers.
The August issue showcases Southern Lights by Captain Ingram Morgan and Dotted Line Honeymoon by Joseph McCord. It includes works by Cam Woodford Rex Grayson and others, plus fashion cookery wireless knitting and children sections, priced sixpence.
Taxation has trebled since 1914 and per capita duties vary across states, with Commonwealth figures showing high levies. The piece argues larger population would ease tax burden, boost industries, and sustain revenue as immigration rises and necessitates new homes and services. Paul Cheyne notes past prosperity aligned with immigration and calls for expanding production at home.
Health surveys reveal a rising burden of rheumatism among children and adults. In England the annual cost is estimated at over 17 million pounds, with Australia also severely affected. A new remedy KOULR offers notable results across regions, while a booklet on rheumatic infection control is available through local chemists.
The text discusses obstacles to expanding world trade after World War I, highlighting political conflicts and policy incompatibilities. It notes China as a potential growth market and a shock absorber for Japanese expansion, while citing distrust from Japan toward foreign intervention and the need for security and confidence to reduce trade barriers.
Former Gilgandra residents and friends invited to Back to Gilgandra Week September 20 26 1837 with parades carnivals athletics cycle events gymkhana ball horse races school reunions golf bowls and tennis. Motor tours and special railway fares offered. Secretary C N Francis Box 38 Gilgandra to provide details and arrange accommodation.
Buick Tourer in tip top order with six wheel equipment advertised by A P Webb and dealers Lawrence and Hodgson's. Likely a small early 20th century classified item listing farm equipment and a car for sale or display.
A brief public notice lists upcoming eye examinations for men at several hotels. Dates given include Boorowa August 28, Young August 26 at 9 am, and Harden August 27. The reminders urge attendees to remember dates for their next visit.
Australian Fertilizers Ltd announces a rebate of 7s per ton for primary producer shareholders. The move reflects 1946 37 expansion and a policy to broaden membership among purchasers. A dividend at the rate of 5 percent is also expected, both increasing from last year, payable after the annual meeting on September 10, 137.
A new Australasian jumping record believed to be a world mark was achieved at Cairns show as Plain Eagle ridden by R. Hull cleared 15 feet 3 inches winning £100 plus eight guineas in ring prizes. The horse landed astride the top bar and completed a somersault, yet the bar stayed in place. This marked the third consecutive year Cairns ground produced an Australian record.
A demonstration of the Astor wireless set is offered by A P Webb. The notice invites potential buyers to view the device and learn its features.
The piece discusses how bilateral accords rarely boost overall trade and cites the Australia Japan dispute as an example of broader commercial drift. It urges negotiators between Britain and the United States to pursue plans that expand global trade rather than secure local gains, suggesting the British Empire could lead a revival of international commerce.
A descriptive piece contrasts life in Australia with the severe winters of Canada Sweden and Norway. It notes Canada’s December to April frost and snow, steam heated houses, and sleds for snow drifts. It highlights Swedish winter sports and hearty meals, and Norway’s Arctic circle towns with long snow seasons.
The write up contrasts Russia’s severe climate with Lapland’s cold winds and lists extreme habits such as tea kept steaming to endure cold. It notes a lone Laplander in Australia and describes sub-tropical living contrasted with Arctic frost. It promotes A. P. Webb for wireless set battery and electric needs.
Inquiry notes that all persons found trespassing on the Little Range property on Murrumburra Road without permission after this date will be prosecuted regardless of persons. Signed FE. J. Maloney, Manager.
In Court Street Boorowa Mr L L Kerry offers first quality bread and cakes with daily delivery. Specialising in wedding and birthday cakes, small cakes and pastry are always on hand for customers.
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