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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 11, 1947
Page
2
A garbled OCR note reports on a wedding anniversary and community notices. Names such as Mr Gorbant and Mrs Wiley appear amid fragmented phrases about Cowra, Wagga, and local farming figures. The text references celebrations, hours, and broker attendance with unclear dates.
Fragmentary report shows fire related chaos and examination outcomes. Names and places are unclear but references to students and scores indicate a testing period at a school. The text mentions several individuals and potential events tied to a campus setting.
A Boorowa Parents and Citizens Association meeting heard strong opposition to District School Inspector Ima Smith urging a daily bus link between Boorowa and Young. Smith, who lives in Young, was set to address members and persuade support for the transport proposal to improve local students’ education.
Community notes announce the Red Cross plans to install a library at the district hospital as a great boon to patients. Local Red Cross members will staff a weekly hour for selecting and lending books to inmates, aiming to provide reading and companionship during hospital stays.
Weather disruptions pushed back the basketball schedule with several games postponed. The upcoming matchups include a return to play on Monday with standard lineups and committee members urging attendance to support the teams.
Adnan Macy has opened a watches and clocks repair business at a local shop. The shop will offer domestic clock and watch repairs along with jewelry items such as bangles bracelets pendants and brooches. Accessories include safety chains and cartouche pieces valuable to customers.
A fragmented OCR item shows players such as Souler Bert Moore and others, with mentions of Ray Armanie and Shinesa Kite SouinIPO. The garbled text hints at a community sports or event lineup and personnel.
Local agent reports recent rains benefiting crops across the district. He notes crops are progressing well and anticipate growth as warm weather continues, enabling preparation and timely planting.
Golf club hazards described with penalties and rules for play. Out of bounds and lost balls lead to penalties. Players must observe fairways and hazards and keep pace.
Local notes report statements by Mr Fred 3 Cab. MEA and Joli Sydney about community activities. Mentions winter spraying plans, cemetery work at Noorawa, hospital visits, and various residents’ movements, with several names and places noted in fragmented fashion.
The report outlines a busy golf schedule with major trophies and cups, including the Miyeng Memorial Shield, Me A Buabby trophy, and Tyro Cup. It notes rounds across 36 holes, stroke play, and handicaps, with competitors like Harold Thompson and Kell MacPherson high in contention. The piece highlights forthcoming events in July and August, discussing formats, venues, and expected contestants.
COUF Associates report uncertain weather forecast and a Wednesday afternoon competition. Mesdames Minevck and McCahe led for the trophy with 53, while multiple players were listed for a July 16 match and substitutes noted. An associate was unable to play and a secretary will handle substitutions and fees, with a meeting to follow.
The Beetowe Parenty and Gitte Association at the meeting fixed Friday’s ball to aid funds. A lucky number prize of £1 1s 0d will be given. Rev W B Drews, Mesdames Kirk and Jobmdoy, and others attended.
Notice in the Supreme Court of New South Wales probate jurisdiction for the will of John Lawton deceased known as Everton in Perk. Application dated 1 February 1943 May be granted to executors Charles Henus Veness and Charles Alexander Veney. Creditors must prove claims against the estate by the under signed solicitors Philip e and ow Proctors for the Executors.
In the Supreme Court of New South Wales Probate Jurisdiction the will of Samuel George Palm of Rye Park Boorowa is being probated. Executors Ceell Th Palmer and Varney Palmer to apply after fourteen days from publication. Public notices invite creditors to lodge claims with Proctor T. Quilkey Sydney during the district hom meeting.
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