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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 16, 1949
Page
1
The Church of England Street Stall at Boorowa last Saturday raised over £80 for a new fence at the Rectory. Helpers and assistants kept busy with cakes pickles and various preserves while customers purchased items including Christian cakes and sweets. Proceeds will fund the Rectory fence project.
The piece describes a lively party with guests including families like Mire A and Grealey visiting Maruhay, and Mr and Mrs Gordon of London arriving in Australia. It mentions gifts, decor, and a musical portion led by Te Rat tan, with several households hosting relatives during the holiday period.
A scrambled account describes a village event hosted by Harold Wein at the Bhs Serviet with refreshments and entertainment for visiting families and children. It mentions purchases of fire fighting equipment, local arrivals at Tiourayat District Hospital, and notable attendees including Mr and Mrs Ker tag and Mes anil Mey with a newborn daughter.
Members of the V.A.'s in Boorowa were hosted by Matron F. Gilmour at afternoon tea in the District Hospital marking one year of volunteer service. They contributed from hospital wards including nursing staff and supplies, and expressed thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Greig for the use of their house for the party.
A large Boorowa RSL gathering attended the Soldiers Memorial Hall to bid farewell to former President Mr R W Wood and honor an active member. Mrs Wood was thanked for her work though absent. The League president Mr AK Elkins presented a cutlery canteen with inscription.
Owing to school holidays and renovations at the Market Street Club Rooms there will be no training for members until Tuesday. The notice mentions upcoming competitions and schedules, with unclear lines referencing events and dates around early January.
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