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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 23, 1946
Page
1
An official report on proposed water supply and stand pipe schemes for villages was discussed. The PWD opposed the stand pipe plan. a detailed report from the Department is expected within six weeks.
Boorowa Central School plans a November concert to raise funds for the Projector fund. Headmaster C A Bryan told the Parents and Citizens Association meeting that the school is fully operational with the new extension. The association forms a New Deal to Education Committee to liaise with two bodies and present others and any interested citizen.
A letter from the Boorowa branch of the association notes no subsidies beyond a yearly basic transport allowance, urging the Education Department to continue the service for isolated country children. The writer warns the service may be cut next term without renewed subsidy, challenging impressions of department support.
A terse report states that loose firewood on a road caused a section to collapse under a wheeled cart. The Shire Engineer notes improper securing of timber by wool carters and warns of penalties for infringement. The matter was read by the Shire Council.
A well decorated hall featured orange and blue streamers, greenery, jonquil and daffodils, creating a festive atmosphere. Visitors from Yass and Young joined a large crowd with Parke Jody Masters providing music and Miss Mary Perceval and Hereward 8 supplying extras as Mr. L. Fort MCed. Supper and decorations were organized by local ladies and committee members.
Boorowa officials face criticism as the Chamber of Commerce president Mr Learmont denounces the current post office as antiquated. For a decade the chamber has pressed Postal Authorities for a new building with plans once considered but rejected. The president notes ongoing discussions and continues hopes for replacement despite delays.
The South Western Group at the Country Women’s Association met this week with Miss Melon Byrne Cowra as secretary and Mrs J Folkhard Young as treasurer presenting reports on many matters. Delegates came from Boorowa Bowning Cowra Rye Park Bribbaree Frogmore Darbys Falls Grenfell Galong Harden Murrumburrah Greenethorpe Koorawatha Murringo and Quandialla. Supplementary rolls for Ridings of Boorowa Shire are posted at Post Offices Police stations Boorowa Court House and Council Chambers until August 28 with objections due by 4 p.m. August 24 1946.
The Boorawa Post Office building is cited as among the worst in the state by Mr. C. Russell at a Chamber of Commerce meeting. He urged sending a letter to the Postmaster General requesting a new post office at Bootawa amid long-standing correspondence and hopes for better postal service.
The Shir Connnect monthly report notes vast water consumption with the bulk meter at 21K 1946 showing 2 561 400 gallons and a 12.7.1946 reading around 1 950 009 gallons. The plant storage reservoir was emptied and cleaned, with the Filtration Works base to receive attention. Electricity use for the period totaled 24 523 units with a peak demand of 72 KVA. A new installation and seven additions were completed, plus a 415 volt three phase supply line to Boorowa District Hospital.
The Auxiliary reports a 25 pound gain from recent catering activities. Members praised the resus. They supplied supper for the hospital ball and tea at the Atomic Text football match. A letter of appreciation will go to secretaries of two youth clubs for duties at the ball supper.
The treasurer reported Boorowa Hospital finances are sound. A request to accept the agency in the M.H.B. Fund was approved to foster closer hospital cooperation. A £150 cheque was forwarded as Boorowa Hospital’s share of profits, with thanks sent to the committee and hospital secretary.
Matron Gilmore reported to the Hospital Board that 13 new patients were admitted during the month while eleven remained in the Beerows District Hospital. The daily overseeing reflects a steady increase in patient numbers and ongoing duty commitments.
The committee commended the hospital garden grounds and general upkeep. Director McCabe urged retaining Burns as a gardener, with duties under the secretary. The anticipated ball result was about £70 and the net outcome of the Attomic Test was not stated.
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