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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 26, 1949
Page
5
A garbled report mentions a BSA conference with six resolutions on a topic related to thinning. It references individuals like Peterie Gavin and Wilk, mentions deliveries and a wheat event, and notes grasshoppers and a vague audience reaction.
A recent Binalong P and O Association dance drew a large crowd including visitors from Yarra, Hoorowa and Galong. Music by the Melody Makers kept energy high as Mrs Chipworthy and Messrs McGeachle Maplan led performances. The event supported school improvements and telephone installation funding, with plans for a children’s playground pending.
Fragmentary text describes a crash or incident involving two passengers and an injured group. It mentions hospital transfer to a district hospital by ambulance and notes names and roles are garbled. The readable parts imply an accident report with non-specific details.
A local investigation focuses on the Al Strom Group and its Shite Mine activities amid concerns about safety and environmental compliance. Officials review permits, with possible penalties pending findings.
Council discusses extending electricity to outlying centres in Hoorown Shire. Dr Forster urges higher subsidies to help primary producers connect to power, aiming to boost rural amenities. Cowra Council rejects schemes not funded by residents, and calls for definite consumer commitments before any extension.
Boorowa's rugby league team Gyptamundre claimed to be the youngest side to play for the Maher Cup with players ranging from 17 to 24. Cootamundra, the favored side, were stunned as Boorowa’s grand football dominated early before fading late.
A Murtingo resident sued a Boor owa man for 20 shillings claiming he lent 18 pounds in two sums between January and December. Campbell faced for plaintiff as defendant did not appear. The judge adjourned briefly before the case proceeded, with testimony reflecting the loan and nonpayment. The horse race note follows, detailing Mumble narrowly losing at Hawkes Wy Grad Handicap last Saturday.
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