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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 13, 1933
Page
1
General Frost Ulee is noted in a brief correspondence item from Newspaper NA, mentioning postal delivery or reporting status. No clear event or outcome is described beyond reference to the name and publication source.
Jack O Connor of Boorowa offers impressions on the second Test, noting attendance in Melbourne for the funeral of John Blackham and the on field action including Bradman’s innings and England’s strong bowling. He describes the crowd, venue, and the evolving day by day play as Australia and England contest the match.
The Australian record notes the death of Dr H P Martell of Adelong after a thunderstorm strike. He faced illness with remarkable vigor, continuing to treat patients minutes before collapsing. The piece also explores Granny Smith apple origins and mentions Dr Howard Carter and the Tutankhamen tomb expedition amid a cascade of related deaths.
Any person found hunting shooting or trespassing on Narra Allen Estate without permission will be prosecuted.
Notice from L L Williams, manager, stating that any person found trespassing trapping rabbits or fox hunting in the Suffolk Vale paddocks without permission will be prosecuted.
The article recalls Bill O'Reilly's first cricket at Marengo Public School where his father taught for years. It notes the O'Reilly family's prominence in the district, visits to the Maroneys at Madgeville, and Bill and brother Jack's early cricket exploits including a Easter match against a Sydney A grade side led by Austin Punch with O'Reillys excelling.
A report details juvenile self harm cases in Auckland and Tamworth, noting parental discipline and family dynamics as factors. Alienists warn such acts do not prove weak minds, citing NSW and Melbourne examples and urging better upbringing and awareness by parents to guide children toward constructive paths.
A string of fires struck Harden and nearby properties over the past week. Wheat stocks, grain, haystacks, and fencing were destroyed on several estates including Bow res and Galong. Sergeant Valentine suspects arson, with multiple property owners affected and a possible fire-bug at work.
An extensive deposit of rock phosphate has been found at Cath near Bombala. It is being treated with sulphuric acid to reduce it to powder for use. Mr. Fred Brown reports he has used it.
River Murray water near Albury and the Hume Weir storage area has again acquired an unpleasant taste and odour this summer. The odor makes drinking river water difficult, prompting use of well water and rainwater tanks in many homes. Residents call for an inquiry to eliminate the problem for border towns relying on the river for domestic use.
Modern conditions demand a strenuous life and fitness for success. See J. B. and B. Burgess Optometrists and Opticians at 67 Castlereagh Street Sydney on their next visit to the Royal Standard Hotel Booroowa on Saturday January 14. A white wax candle in hot starch prevents iron sticking and adds gloss.
A feature recalls Maria Ann Sherwood Smith known as Granny Smith. Her widow died in 1876 after guiding Eastwood orchard life and later fruit markets. Her legacy thrives as the famed Granny Smith apple, now a global staple through generations of settlers and growers.
A Sunday fire on Mr M O Conors property near Marengo burned about 12 acres across O Connor and Dooley blocks. The Marengo Bush Fire Brigade contained the blaze with help from volunteers. J Maloney, previously at Lewisham hospital Sydney, is progressing favorably. In sport Marengo cricket defeated Monteagle by four wickets.
A spreading rabbit plague from Walgett to Wentworth devastates rural areas across central and western New South Wales. The advisory notes practical steps such as wrapping unused silver in brown paper and rolling it in wool to protect tarnish. It also offers a hygiene tip to prevent odour by cooling and discarding used cabbage or cauliflower water.
Mr wishes to inform customers and public that in addition to tailoring Dry Cleaning Apparatus, is now prepared to carry out this work at a reasonable price. Suits cleaned and pressed at the shortest notice. Always a fine range of suitings to select from and fit and workmanship guaranteed. Printed and published by Emily Maud Burns and Osman Warner Burns at Mareden Street Burrows NSW.
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