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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 01, 1937
Page
1
A group led by Major Edward Tyrrell Beck plans to buy an island in the Western Indies to establish a self-sufficient haven away from modern life. The colony would start with about 51 British members, grow food, fish, shoot, and fly the Bullish flag.
A quirky monologue describes a hospital as a maze of stairs and corridors held up by slippery fluids and uncertain contributions. It jokes about bed rearrangement being criminal, nurses waking patients, thermometers needing hot air baths, and a chalkboard used for games while hinting the story is about the patient’s own view of hospital life.
Owing to a conference of farmers and settlers the next Young Pastures Protection Board meeting is fixed for 9 AM on October 20. Some board members attend the Farmers and Settlers Conference, so the earlier meeting was arranged to suit them.
Minister for Works and Local Government Mr Spooner opened Cowra Show and predicted 30 to 40 large provincial cities in New South Wales. He cited rapid development and towns gaining city amenities, attracting people to country living as towns improve.
The Muhey Cup and GRC Cup rifle shoot near Boorowa expands from limited clubs to an open competition within a 60 mile radius. Rye Park hosts the event with Boorowa assistance. Jock Fidgerton wins the day’s aggregate. Next visits listed: Boorowa October 23, Young October 21, Harden October 22.
The Bishop of Gaulkion in a statement as head of the Legion of Christian Youth criticizes Amatrasia’s educational system. He cites inadequately equipped schools large classes and a failing examination system. He calls for freed thinking and urgent reform while urging national unity until rationality prevails.
The NOAA Medal was completed this week with congratulations to H Johnson, the club's youngest shooter in his first competition. The scoring followed two stages: the initial rifle shot and the added handicap.
The club releases October fixtures and trophies including the Pere all two Spec A and B Grade events. Reports note Archival Perceval’s injury at work and upcoming cups such as Tomora Cup at Cootamundim Grenfell Harden and the Trigeaster Cup. Rye Park secretary mentions a trophy donation and future competitions loom.
The piece argues that Australia’s recovery rests on good seasons and rising commodity prices, but stresses that lasting stability depends on wise government. It cites London Financial Times on banking gains and warns that future crises could worsen without capable leadership, urging voters to choose a party with proven stability.
The Victorian Police decide to replace motorcycles with Ford V8 coupes for road patrols. Cars offer speed for overtaking, comfort on long night shifts, and better resale value. Sixteen Ford V8s have already served well, while global forces also favor the model for reliability and economy.
A notice from L. L. Williams, manager, states that any person found trespassing trapping rabbits or fox hunting on Suffolk Vale paddocks without permission will be prosecuted.
In Court Street Boorowa J G Harpley offers first quality bread and cakes with no daily delivery. Specialties include wedding and birthday cakes and a supply of small cakes and pastries. Printed by Emily Maud Durns and Sman Warner Burns at their Linotype printing works.
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