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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 02, 1939
Page
5
Local members are reminded that the Mearewe Open Tournament takes place Sunday June 4. A large field of players is expected and a savy start is planned. Members should arrive at the course early to partner visitors. Lunch and afternoon tow available on the course.
The opening Cup clash saw Sucronabuly defend the title against Calherra before 400 or so spectators. Wallman starred for Ripalong scoring twice with Power delivering a key cross. no conversions were added. Binslong edged the contest nine points to none as Hoorowa prepares to challenge next Sunday.
The court examined Bell son of a Goulburn grocer for breach of the Pastures Protection Act over 106 head of cattle traveling without proper permits. Inspector Mell and others gave testimony about cattle movements from Mejur near Crookwell to the Goulburn saleyards via Bendamook, with some cattle off the main route. Sentences included fines and professional costs. several defendants pleaded guilty, including Mell and Fenwick, who faced penalties for transporting stock without proper authorization and failing to keep animals in good condition.
The first consignment of Australian oysters to Europe will be flown to Berlin by flying boat on Saturday. About 400 boxes of Sydney oysters are shipped weekly to Singapore and now Australian oysters are being prepared for an experimental shipment to Berlin by Empire Airways Ltd. The Berlin venture aims to deliver alive and in good condition following feeding experiments that improved Singapore shipments.
A large party travels to Binalong on Sunday to contest the White Rose Cup held by current holders. The field includes Mellena Cape Cahill Ceeney Cronin Lilte Bold Styan Ly Crannon Regn Gostriti Rywn Myers Gontailo Carmody Heffernan Thompson Myers Butta Fatainn among others.
Wartime play continues with Weslesday matches and a busy Mat scene as Lev. Htanr leads reserves, Rush and Well show form, and Llopdl's group advances. Saturday rounds tighten standings amid harsh conditions and shifting pairings, with Patton and WG drawing key results and Morford facing Ky AtacPherson in another tight bout.
A neighborhood tennis event unfolds on a Monday night featuring local players and volunteers including Minter, Dutton, and Beeston. The program lists Sunday May 28 and Friday June - with a final at the Mechanic's Institute as a car party gathers a large crowd for demonstrations and results.
In a four ball aggregate handicap event, players include Hughston 41-10-71 and E Higghaton 77-10-6718, Walton 1-19-72, Les Stuars 2-20-07-190, Stuart 70-74, and J T. Dut oy MB-10-75-148.
A Saturday night benefit entertainment was held by the fourdellery to aid James who was injured recently. The euchre games were won by Mr Caw and J Wales. Marly provided by the Hurden Cub. Visitors from the sortie attended, and the event was very successful with many vouches for the injured player.
Stableford handicap play on Westnvnday May 14 was disrupted by warm weather that altered course conditions and boosted scoring. Notable results included FE Hughston and ALT Swatter with strong showings, while L E Minter Walton Waters Hugheton and McDonald posted solid scores in the round.
A series of euchre tournaments has been organized by Mr C Sotheran and a Band Rotunda event is planned for Tuesday night June 6 starting at 8 30. Prizes will be awarded to first and second place in each round with fortnightly play for three months. A staff score table will track individual results and prizes are offered for the top man and woman at the period end. Tickets cost 2 shillings from R Walton Allan Jones C W Botherun and P J Camidy.
Betty Morris daughter of Dr and Mrs Morris of Goldsmith Street began teaching duties at Goulburn High School last week. Formerly on the staff at Dubbo High School she replaces Miss McMahon transferred to Bowral High School.
In a midweek session at Binalong Police Court, defendants including drivers and youths faced charges of road offences and theft. Judges Rod Roche and C. C Smith presided, with Major Baten, Gill Morn rte Home, and Goulburn officials cited for supervision. Defendants were remanded to appear before the special matinee, with dates pending.
Clash ing shows committee refused to allow exhibitors to stay away from the parade to attend Boorowa. Mr. Crichton said the request could not be entertained, while Mr. Gault’s motion to let exhibitors apply on merit failed 14 to 1. The third day parade remains on schedule. Also noted is the death of Mr. Ernest Henry Sargent, a Cootamundra solicitor.
1939 Chevrolet Tracks and Utilities on Tour showcases new low cost Chevrolet trucks across the state. Chevrolet dealer forBoornown district touts the show touring Wednesday June 7 in Hovruwa offering demonstrations of mapleaf heavy duty trucks and wheelbase utilty models. Officials promise a bright display of the 1261 wheelbuns and commercial vehicles with a caravan of two Maple Leaf Heavy duty trucks.
Cobb, a 29 year old bachelor described as a genial giant, prepares the Lightning Thunderbolt design in a South Eyeland shop. The car features a twisted backbone chassis, two Napier Lion engines rear mounted, a front engine, and aims to exceed 260 mph at the Salt Flats in Utah next August. engineers expect a 300 hp boost for the 180 mph plus target.
St John s Church of England holds first Rural Decans Chapter meeting at the Rectory to discuss church matters with clergy of the deanery. Church Women s Union invites other unions and Rev G A M Nell will address visitors. Evening talk by Nell on young Anglican movement to parish youth.
Yard at Homebush on May 2 featured 16 266 sheep and 2 076 cattle. Lamb demand remained active with firm values. crossbred wethers, Saxbred lambs and feeder classes quoted with varying prices. cattle yarding included store and prime lines, with weaker demand and generally steady to lower rates across grades.
An offer to place rubber stamp orders with Bar Town News Office. Viewable at Lawrence and Hodhrost's Radio Shaweroory, featuring a comprehensive range of the new AWA Trias Radiotan.
Secretary D Robbin of Marsden Street Boorowa and notable Burman family members attended a university degree conferral. Victor Burgmann, son of the Bishop of Gouthurn, earned first class honours in engine cing and a Commonwealth scholarship. Joye Burman earned near honours in psychology. The bishop and Mrs Burgman were present.
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