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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 29, 1940
Page
7
Minister T J Collins lauded a stabilised wheat industry plan as a major forward step. He noted State Premiers' cooperation with the Commonwealth, promising fair treatment for growers under the new scheme and acknowledging adverse seasonal conditions.
The well known Murrumburrah resident Michael Hennelly aged 74 died in Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Sydney after two operations. A carpenter by trade, he lived in Apoorowa before moving to the district about 40 years ago. He was a devout Catholic, member of the Hibernian and Holy Name Societies, and survived by his sister Miss Mary Hennelly. His funeral from St Mary’s Church Mur rumburrah proceeded to the local cemetery with Rev. Pather O Connor officiating and a large cortege.
Mr Charles Richard Coble aged 51 died at his Briar Road home after a heart attack around 3 am following a Saturday of business and socializing. He lived at Wanidilla in Briar Road and worked twelve years at Suffolk Vale Station before farming. Survived by wife Florence Croker, two daughters Thelma and Myrtle, one son Kenneth, and extensive family. A Lodge funeral was held with Rev H S Brown officiating at St John’s Church of England and interment at Bocowra cemetery. long list of floral tributes noted.
Galong Graziers visited Boorowa on Sunday and were defeated by 3 runs after a tight twenty second over finish. Galong posted 122 with L Stuart 27 K Donnelly 20 and A Horton 10 leading the batsmen while J McGrath 3/8 and J Boland 4/17 shared bowling honors. Boorowa replied 125 with A A Gorham 30 and D Dryer 26 supporting, Boland taking 4/? and Stuart 2/?. The match featured several close scores and notable bowling spells as the Boorowa side held on for victory.
The funeral arrangements for numerous Boorowa residents are being conducted, listing many families and individuals by name. The group includes Joan and Molly, several couples and relatives, and others without cards, under the direction of Mr. O. J. Stuart.
Deepest sympathy is extended to Mr and Mrs L L Williams of Suffolk Vale on the death of their infant daughter Catherine sestees aged five days at Duntroop Private Hospital Tuesday morning. The child was buried in the Church of England portion of Boorown cemetery with Rev H S Brown officiating. Mr O J Stuart in charge of arrangements.
The Boorowa Young Anglicans gathered at the Rectory for a well attended meeting. Rev F M Hill spoke on youth leadership in the church, urged social planning, and urged a Come Back to Church drive while praising local efforts and intent to organize sub committees for events.
The Diocese faces a 400 pound shortfall for the Welfare Home at Goulburn and curtailed missionary work due to funds. Rev Hill urges Young Anglicans to adopt a weekly giving plan of 1d to 2d per week, projecting 16 pounds to 400 pounds annual support. The call inspires the Boorowa branch president and local members, with four initiates into the V.A. movement and a supper to follow. Championship field wheat competition details are deferred due to space.
The Frogmore Grand Ball in aid of Camp Comforts was moved from December 27 to December. Elaborate preparations aim to make it a premier event of the season. Tickets are priced at 6 shillings for gentlemen and 3 shillings for ladies.
A welcome weather break occurred last week with 127 points of rain on Friday Saturday and Sunday. The monthly total reaches 157 points, broken down by days and readings.
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