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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 08, 1932
Page
2
The Commonwealth Savings Bank of Australia notes confusion over opening the pavilion late and expediting judging. Members discuss moving to separate or staged judging and urging exhibitors to bring entries early to avoid delays, fearing loss of public confidence. The president warns of reputational damage if the pavilion remains unopen or mismanaged.
A garbled update notes rivers conditions and fire risk in Riverina and South West Slopes with a ship overdue from Newcastle to Sydney. It mentions wage reduction opposition by trade union leaders and a Band Con vent event on the 27th plus a French submarine sinking in the English Channel with casualties.
The article reports on a hockey match with local teams the Dow and Seclinel, plus results from a youth girls team and a Sunny region game won by three goals to nil. It notes an umpire Mr Jack Parrall and mentions rainfall at Borrowa Port Office, upcoming Burrows Show details, and a riding excursion accident injuring Mish Madee Pendergast. It also covers E F Thomas building a house in Goulburn to provide employment for tradesmen as a public-spirited example.
Word from the South-Western Competition Secretary notes Cowra may not travel to Borrowa for the long delayed contest after Borrowa’s strong prior win. Wyangala’s Pappas Cup challenge for Sunday was accepted, with Grenfell planning to stay in the South-West Competition and catch up postponed games.
A quote from J M Keynes argues that reducing expenditure raises personal margins but lowers others income, and if everyone followed the practice, society would be worse off. The saying reflects on economics and resource distribution.
A sheep sale will be held in Roorowa on Saturday the 1st of July at Shearer and Butcher's yard at 2 pm. The flock, mainly fate, has been donated to the Sheep Society by various landowners with Messrs. Preyey and Butley selling the sheep without charge.
Entries close for the annual show with more special prizes this year. Secretary G B Black invites entrants by 1 am Saturday at Box 228 Post Office Cootamundra, urging early submission to aid the organizing office.
A. S. Smith scored the first try in Yetman versus Ashford, winning a £5000 first try lottery offered by Mr. W. King. Smith, a fine wing three-quarter and hunter by trade, claimed the prize under the First Try Syndicate name and plans to marry locally with winnings to spare.
Mediate and permanent relief promised for ailments with standard chilblain ointment and tablets. Also advertised ladies' grade shoes offered at 2 shillings 11 pence at Umhu A.
A Saturday ceremony at St Matthews Sydney Vet's Church united Miss Florence Stanley elder daughter of Mr and Mrs Stanley Sydney with Mr Bernard Oddy of Auckland New Zealand. The bride wore ivory lace and tulle and carried a white bouquet. Attendants included Miss Hope Stanley and Miss Barbara Mahoney. Best man Mr W Stanley Jr. Over 70 guests attended.
Don Charles Medway died at Ortowa District Hospital after tetanus set in following a work accident near Howell's Creek. He was 40, husband of Lillian Smith and father of two, survived by parents, siblings, and extended Medway family. Burial was in Bevendale Cemetery with funeral by C. J. Stuart and Rev. North conducting the service.
In a White Rose Cup game Sunday Binalong and Yass drew five all. Spencer scored for Hina Long with a try and goal. Cook and Bracken added a try and goal for Yass. The second half produced no points and Binalong finished with eleven men. Musgrave suffered an eight concussion while Castles was severely kicked. Bowning beat Binalong juniors nine to three at Bowning. Cleaning tips follow about dusters and detergents.
The Annual Church of England Ball is set for next week in the Guild Hall with a Juvenile event the following night. A large crowd is expected as the committee works to ensure a successful function. Stew Langridge's Super-Sis Orchestra will provide music and a hearty repast will be served by Indies attending the supper.
A high class concert program will be staged on Wednesday 21st August in Boorowa to aid the Catholic Church. Visiting artists include Mrs Ryan and Miss Ryan Gundagai Miss Patty Dennehy Eileen Ridley Bobby McCluskey Eileen Maher Our Lady of Mercy College Goulburn Irene Fahey Ken Dwyer C W Morris and Stan Bodmer Boorowa.
Wong Jang a 64 year old Chinese national died at Parramatta Mental Hospital where he had been confined since 1904 for killing a warder at Cootamundra Gaol and attempting to saw the body. He had been certified insane and noisy throughout his stay. The report notes a forthcoming public entertainment and a large crowd expected.
Local notice reports a boy's school boot sale at Dale's with prices cut to 8/11. Proceeds support the school program and uniforms.
Federal and state income returns for year ending 30 June 1932 are due by dates in August 1932. Individuals with certain incomes may be exempt. companies and others in business must file. Forms available at post offices and government offices including Warwick Building Sydney. Penalty up to 100 for failure to file.
Sydney readers are told of betting selections including Sydnewy Winners and several other horses like RODONDO and DIAMOND DE ROUGE with odds from 6/1 to 7/1. Polygonum, a 14/1 Grand National selection, featured as a No. 1 straight-out pick in BEST BETS 7/6 edition. The notice lists a subscription price of 23 shillings for four issues and provides the mailing address at Kincoppal Chambers 48 Martin Place Sydney.
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