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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 23, 1947
Page
1
A garbled notice lists Empire Theatre events including a romance drama and a comedy with religious devotions. It mentions performances by actors like Crosby and references a dance of social issues. Also notes a stock sale, a hunger appeal, and cannery layoffs impacting workers.
Surrounding towns such as Young and Yass should cooperate with Boorowa to establish two modern airports. The proposed site lies about three quarters of a mile from the post office near the railway, with a main runway over 7000 feet long. The plan aims to expand air transport and avoid missed opportunities for the region.
A fragmentary report suggests officials discuss centralizing hospital administration under a federal framework. Proponents argue uniform standards, while some resist, fearing overreach. the dialogue includes mentions of state authorities, medical boards, and potential impacts on local hospitals.
A government officer from the Department of Tourist Activities will visit Wyangala to investigate the proposal for a national park there. The ministerial inquiry follows local discussions with Bootowa and Wargoots councils about holiday facilities and potential campground development in the area.
The Rw aid of the Memorial on the 8th attracted good and financial support. Hoy Naynor's Creteatra performed well and was well received. A large local attendance from surrounding districts. a collection raised over £96. Mr B C Palmer conveyed by ambulance to hospital for treatment. sympathy extended to Mr Fred Noakes and family of Rye Park.
An advertisement promotes a Lightning Mixer by Learmon ts offering fast batter preparation. The copy highlights ease of use and a household benefit, implying improved cooking speed and efficiency.
The Boorowa Golf Club prepares for its official season opener on Saturday following course work. A large turnout of members and friends is expected to attend a social afternoon with arrangements for refreshments and a focus on welcoming new and returning players.
The programme lists golf events planned by the committee for the year beginning May 4 with dates across May and June. Included are 18 holes events, Stableford and Stroke play, handicap sections, and a Hazen Cup style 36 holes.
Kidd will deliver biatare biatare service at the Presbyterial Church on Sunday May 25 at 3 p.m. This notice announces a farewell gathering with a brief religious address and closing remarks for the community.
Chamber of Commerce and Shire Council plan to fence and protect recently planted trees near the Memorial Clock on the camping ground. They will press for compensation and coordinate with local authorities on an aerodrome near the Showground. The Chamber shows strong support and aims to meet with officials to advance these projects.
An obituary notes the death of Hoquita Yow of Stoekinebingal and references Jari athe of Hargtvidle Betreatog. The Tunwell ceremony occurred at Coota suwndra on a Wednesday with mourners from SEIN Hedertek of Cootamundra.
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