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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 20, 1950
Page
1
A wool cheque for the Hour uWwneistrict is expected to total close to £2,000,000. The district is described as unusually prosperous, though the town appears modest in wealth, highlighting economic contrast.
The Boorowa district plans movements across vendors and spas as Goll Teurtus Poothall and Vows are cited. Past season wind lessons inform expectations for a worthwhile harvest with new ventures and successful outcomes anticipated.
In the Supreme Court of New South Wales a probate application for Emily Maud Burns of Hoorowa is published seeking administration to Margaret Terese Dvns. Creditors must send claims to George T. Quilkey proctor for the executrix at Murphy & Moloney Elizabeth Street Sydney.
In the Estate of Osman Warner Burns late of Boorowa New South Wales newspaper proprietor and Foster deceased intestate. Administration will be granted after fourteen days that Margaret Terese Burns a niece may receive the estate and notices served at the undermentioned. Claims to the executrix via Murphy Moloney 79 Elizabeth Street Sydney Boorowa.
Lieut.-Col. Charles Anderson, V.C., M.C., newly elected Member for Hume, to open Boorowa Show on March 20 and 21. An invitation will also be sent to State Member Fred J. Cahill, M.L.A.
Boorowa parishioners and public bodies packed the Guild Hall to bid farewell to Rev Fr Coffey Adm before his trip to Ireland. The gathering heard thanks from parishioners and Ladies’ Committee members and noted general good wishes for his journey and safe return.
Boorowa Federals defeated the local RSL team outright last Sunday in a cricket match. Amay Sullivan starred with fine bowling, helping restrict the opposition to 261 for 4. Kevin Hereward and AL Whale led the Federals batting with solid scores, while RSL were dismissed for 83 and 4?4, leaving the Federals to win by 162 runs.
Sunday mass times at Jars 222 Peoore and Taylor's Flat with Fr. E Sheehan P.P. officiating. Marriage toast and Sunday morning service details indicate dawn and 10 am masses at different locations.
Boorowa Racecourse hosts an unregistered meeting next Saturday week with promising entries in six horse races from surrounding centres and a strong foot racing program. Organisers Alesse, LL Smith, ML Ryan and ASTS Well advocate community support and educational benefits for local youth while urging public backing and donations for prize funds and equipment.
The Boorowa Bowling Club announces a season with names across teams and trials. Members listed include Grane Crawford Dhara lillson Weedon Noobs, Young McCabe Thotiits, Winslow OOSullivar Kryce Williams, and Adams McDonald Clements Sanis. Team selections and competition format noted for Grade A and B levels.
Poormwa's T9AD Slaw becomes Sonky two months ahead as preparations ramp up for the big Boorowa Show. The Palamet TD Sorter is now a key feature with exhibitions planned for Monday and Tuesday March 20 and 21. Schedules will be released by Secretary Mr S D Bobbin.
The death of Mr Henry Campbell Stevenson aged 75 was announced last night. A Boorowa district resident and pastoralist, he passed away in Boorowa District Hospital. The funeral will leave the Presbyterian Church for Boorowa Cemetery Saturday morning at 1 alert clock after a service conducted by Dr Stuart of Boorowa.
The Boorowa district wool sale shows Louvain clip leading at high prices with last week’s Pitt Son Badgery Ltd. results noting AAA wethers and multiple district consignments from East, Kalew, Phil's Creek and New Zealand Lean sales. Prices per bale varied with several noted as AAA and D4.
Local social note records visitors and residents with names including Cahill of Wollongong visiting priests and departing farewell social hosts. Mentions Rev Fro Pll Coffey, Rev Fr Downey Youngs, Miss Peg Pans of Wee Waa, and Mrs. Lt Liavton of Mortdale with guests staying at Royal Stanford Hotel.
Music examinations at Binalong Convent produced credits and honours for several students. Dale McManus and Mary Whel, along with others, earned various grades from 1st to 3rd, while Maureen Keys, Margaret Paokheon, and Toni Mike achieved preliminary and first grades. Principal observers included Miss Dawson and Mr Monk.
The Boorowa post office remains dilapidated despite rainfall over three inches in two days. The Department has completed ten new buildings and 125 more under construction. total spend above £30,000,000 but urgent works only this year. Postmaster F X O'Donnell praised for grounds and appearance. residents urge a modern replacement. Heavy rains followed heat with temps near 100 F. harvests affected as farmers rush to finish.
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