24 Mar 1939
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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 24, 1939
Page
1
A seven foot Darwin crocodile at Perth Zoo climbed a dividing fence and attacked keepers. The animal, described as fearless, bit staff and fled toward the enclosure, forcing zoo staff to retreat behind barriers.
NSW Works Minister Mn. Spooner applauds the Captain Cook launch built by Mort Dock. He argues Australia should develop shipyards to compete with foreign makers, praising the cost of 75000 pounds and the economic ripple from wages, materials, and trades. He cites Japan’s growth and urges faster shipbuilding plans to strengthen self reliance.
Lawrence and Hodgson advertise genuine GM Spare parts at right prices. Chevrolet owners urged to buy authentic components for reliability and performance.
The Binalong Football Club reported a credit balance of £18 3s 6d after reformation. A strong team will enter Group 8, junior teams may form if matches are arranged locally, and the cup team reclaimed the White Tose Cup from Gunning. Officers elected included President M. (), Chanton re-elected, Treasurer A Tebblewhite, and several vice presidents and committee members.
Arthur Grimm, a well known Young district figure and former A shburnham state assembly member, died in Manly on Monday March 20. He was the son of an early Presbyterian minister in Young and spent youth there before becoming a landholder in Aimb and later entering Grenfell politics.
The Country Newspapers service rewards advertisers who plan their space carefully. Many ad buyers credit country papers with launching careers that led to them becoming town business leaders and prominent local figures.
A drover faced massive losses as dogs were poisoned along meve past poisonous gras, killing over 200 animals during road transport from Narromine. Dogs poisoned in Nar Dorie and Lokara areas, at truck yards and gardens, with many dogs dying from a Cuuel gets toxin. The drover failed to control the dogs and suffered severe stock losses before delivering sheep to depots.
Railway authorities announce Easter excursion arrangements with at least one service per district to Sydney and one return from Sydney. Return tickets at ordinary single fare, with options for those not using excursion trains to travel at single fare plus one third. Tickets usable for two months with details at railway stations. Trains depart Boorowa at 10.10 am and 7.55 pm on Thursday 30 March.
Jack Reddom of Demnison Street was cut in the right eye by a piece of wood while cutting kindling on Friday. The eyeball burst and he was taken to Sydney for treatment. An operation on Saturday morning was reported, and though he will lose the eye, his condition is satisfactory.
Bushby’s of Boorowa offers barley or oats for early winter stock feed. They urge customers to try Bushby’s to meet their requirements.
Murrungal Shire Council and Duwden Shire Eturin report on recent road works and culvert construction. Sections of Cunvary-Fregmane Havell's Crouk Tho and Cinky-Taylor se Bhat Ryale roads advanced with repairs and surfacing plans. Secondary roads progress discussed, gravel supply, budgeting, and maintenance strategy for wear.
The district reports regrading of earth formations on Earth formation in this couch, Kenya Road, and Kenny's Creek Road after rain. Inspectors note progress at Natration Creek crossing Kenyu ly and slow work on Dmily's Fall Hedge due to hard cuttings while Maryamma Creek culvert gains a neat concrete finish under Mr Murray's supervision.
From Our Correspondent reports Phillips Shield competition at Bendick Murrell showcased junior and senior girl champions with Murwill Chuber Aileen Gruber and Nancy Gruben among top winners. Teams including Crowther Bendick Murrell and Mentenghe prepared for Boormra Administrations Hioth Schools Sport on March 21.
Details of repair and improvement works across multiple roads including culverts and pipes of 12 inches. Projected works run from Ket All’s water and Turengo Bridge to Corcoran's Bridge and Rail crossings. Totals show substantial sums for main and other roads and maintenance.
A censored note states cars left on streets overnight risk fines. Authorities say there are not enough garages to house all vehicles, and residents who leave cars out will be charged for the privilege.
A kookaburra and a toad engage in a dramatic struggle by a irrigation channel near Gogeldyiv Leeton. The bird's efforts to swallow the toad fail as rain falls and thunder crashes, leaving the toad dangling from the bird's beak in a comical sight that amuses a passing traveler.
Ernest De La Force aged 56 a farmer on the Upper Macleay died after slipping from his milking yard striking a small handcart and breaking his neck. He collapsed and died at the scene.
Morton Armstrong of Tulangi Boorowa warns that any person found cutting or damaging fences or trespassing on the property from this date forward will be prosecuted.
A local wood yard advertises ready supply of box wood in any length at moderate prices and mentions weighing facilities.
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