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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 23, 1932
Page
5
Wool report from Sehure Bell and Co notes Brisbane sales strength, prices rising up to 14 percent from Sydney last week. Dry northern season shifts catalog to fine air wool adaptable to Continental needs, with Japan and Bradford purchasing well. Grower decisions on wool type remain debated as scarcity widens demand. upcoming auctions set for September and October 10.
The Binalong Mechanics Institute held its monthly meeting chaired by vice president Mr Te Vo Morlan. The treasurer reported a total expenditure of £ R/P202 with £27 1s in credit. £10 was to be moved to the building debt fund while 44 RA was paid. Mr Knott offered honorary librarian services which the committee gratefully accepted and instructed the secretary to convey thanks.
Mrs Merriman carded 42 at Binalong on Saturday to set a course record, prevailing despite wind. Five players from Yase competed at Binglene in an open tournament where Miss He Shaw placed second and Mrs Crowe won the choice holes.
In a district notice the paper urges suppliers not to amp up revenue functions without ad support in the same issue. It stresses newspapers rely on advertising, warns contributors not to take offense if budget announcements are omitted from the advertising columns.
Crumbling OCR ad offers "Lustrs" ladder-proof vests and Bloomie at Cronin's in delightful shades priced at 2 shillings and 11 pence each. The unusual spelling and quoted product name reflect period advertising style and potential OCR quirks.
The will of Archdeacon Daniel Griffis, who died July 24, grants probate for an estate worth £101,014. Bequests include £200 to the Magnet for his soul, £2000 for priest education in the Diocese of Goulburn, £250 for Passionists at Mary's Mount, and funds to St Clements College Galongy and various Catholic charities. Executors named are Bishop Jule Hang and Very Reverend Michael Carey.
A historical medical ad describes liver congestion and systemic poison with symptoms like yellow complexion, indigestion, coated tongue, headaches, and skin blotches. It promotes Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills as an effective cure claiming to restore liver and kidney function and cleanse the blood.
The Young Chronicle notes several sheep thefts in the Young district. H G Thackeray and Sova report losses of 160 full wool mixed hoggers from a paddock on Old Forbes Road, with Mrs. Harry Coddington losing 100. Thackeray offers a reward for information leading to recovery. ear mark described as a W at the top of the ear and a notch in front of the age. Tar brand noted as a T without sideways 2. Also mentions Cronin's Spring Dress Fabric display.
A promotional ad touts the "OVO" egg preserver claiming it keeps eggs perfect for poaching boiling or frying. It claims wide distribution via wholesale groceries in Sydney and guarantees ten out of ten results. The copy urges readers to request the free booklet from Associated Boxer Ltd at 1 Marks Street Sydney.
A grievance over a 10 shilling impounding fee for two horses owned by G E Sheather prompted a letter and debate at a Monday Aldermen session. The petition argued the horses were taken after a drink break near the Dertor’s Dam. officials considered whether refunds should set a precedent.
A sequence of events runs from the 24th to the 28th featuring the Riverina Aero Club aero pageant and ball, the AJPLH and I association Jubilee Show on the 25th and 26th with the Governor Sir Philip Game attending, The Mays Concert on the 25th, a Jubilee Show dinner on the 26th, a battle of flowers and decorated cars on the 27th, and a final plain and fancy dress social. Cheap concession fares are offered and visitors should contact local stationmasters or G. R. Black at Box 125 Coota for full details and particulars.
The Burrowa Municipal Council held its ordinary fortnightly meeting in the council chambers chaired by Mayor Ald. J. Stuart with Aldermen Dimmock Bouwher Kenvins Southwell Ryan Weaver and Thompson present. Reports included correspondence on electricity, unemployment relief and planning for a railway picnic, finance committee actions, weed-cutting, health inspector, and requests for municipal improvements and ornamental plantings.
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