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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1929
Page
8
A wartime letter reveals kindness toward a widow and her son, with gratitude for support from workers at ERC headquarters 46 Pil Bot and the relief effort. The correspondence highlights shared sorrow, appreciation, and the impact of neighborly aid during hardship.
The wedding of Miss Lawford and Mr Grinsell took place November 27 at North Goulburn Methodist Church. The bride wore an ivory crepe gown with silver trim and veil, and was given away by her father. The reception followed at the church hall with about 60 guests, and the couple left for Katoomba.
City committee calls for charitable giving to ease hospital suffering this Christmas season. Residents urged to donate unostentiously to help patients and neighbors in need, brightening a difficult time within the community.
Fragmented notes reveal wool prices fluctuating as supply concerns and competition intensify. Market worries center on price volatility, seasonal demand, and policy talk while industry figures discuss future campaigns and potential reforms.
A fragmented 1 December report notes strong weekly sales in the Northern Capital with about 48 000 units submitted. Japanese buyers feature prominently while overseas competition remains active. Brisbane rates trend down after a earlier market peak. Upcoming weeks expect resumed activity and a significant sale schedule into January 1990.
The article notes a large wool sale in Grisbane with 46,000 bales recorded and 36,107 bales offered in a forthcoming event. It describes buyers from Germany and France, a sharp shift in demand, and expected price movements as supplies rise in the New Year.
Shire Valuer Mr. W Kenny presented at Saturday meeting the completion of valuations for the current year with minor amendments for amendments, new fences, and prior changes. Valuations align closely with those adopted in 1928, with slight later adjustments noted before 1929. The valuer’s report was received and adopted on the motion of Councillors Smith and Garksm.
The Pres ident Dr. T A Cusek led a year end briefing praising the shire’s work and noting a strong financial position. Revenue rose from 16 124 to 23 044 for the year, sourced mainly from the Maine Honda Board and Department of Local Government with little change in ratings or contributions.
The Cowra Shire Council reports on bridge and road construction and maintenance costs across Oldmangunyah Creek Gunonry Creek and nearby roads. It notes a projected shortfall requiring a loan and outlines expenditure, developments, and achievements in Main Roads maintenance and developmental road funding.
A garbled report lists multiple rounds and matchups among Harden District teams and local institutes. Names such as Burrows Cunningham Creek and Murramburrab appear with rounds from January through February, including several Federals and Railway Institute clashes.
Councillors elected their President on Saturday with full attendance. Councillor Cumack was nominated and reappointed as President for another year, while Councillor Neville was elected Deputy President. The meeting closed after remarks from the President and Deputy.
Murrungal Shire Council meeting discusses annual reminders about property and waste duties. Officers prepare December wages ahead of Christmas to ensure timely payment before staff leave.
Big property deal reported by Meme Collins Ellerman and Coy with the British Australian Land Co of Sydney. Ay Be Wade of Sydney sold Lake Cowal station covering 18 190 acres land and 10 000 acre lease including the bed of Lake Cowal. Purchasers are Government Advisory Board for the Crown to subdivide Lake Cowal into farms for settlers. Sale is described as one of the most successful in the state.
A wartime hospital insurance plan in Grafton Moaphal has grown to about 3000 subscribers. The scheme requires a weekly contribution and promises access to hospital care and treatment at the institute Hla.
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