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Newspaper
Carcoar Chronicle
Location
Carcoar, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 18, 1943
Page
3
A distressed plea from a district farmer urges timely pea harvest advising optimal timing and methods while referencing local conditions and community support. The missive highlights agricultural urgency and calls for action from readers within the farming district.
A notice reports the Carcoar Preparatory Board plans a change of premises and occupancy of a new office space. The discussion mentions the board’s need to relocate and the involvement of the chair and secretary in approving the move, with reference to a council or official proceeding.
Joseph Hines alleges two years of obstruction to farm work due to neighbor actions blocking gates and splitting property. The Lyndhurst Shire Council discussed the dispute after a press report cited claims of halted access and contested law.
An inquiry by stewards at the Forbes race meeting was opened after a severe doping accusation against Integrity, who was scratched by owner My Bid Taylor of Trudie. A veterinary check occurred, denial issued, and further investigation planned as horse conditions appeared normal and no immediate proof found. The Orange Hons Cup saw Gaetic Temple Hociling finish narrowly ahead of Nisgara, owned by Jack Mace, in a close ride.
Good news from the United States reports easing restrictions on pure wool imports. Australian wool is now flowing into U.S. roasters and stocks, aiding wartime supply and storage relief. Demand centers on military needs with a path to civilian use after the war, while large Australian stockpiles remain ready for future orders.
The president and Dr. Goodacre will accompany the engineer if possible to the next meeting. Mr J R White is named engineer in charge to inspect and report.
A collage of quotes and tale fragments features Napoleon, Carl Schurz, Mark Twain, and George Givot, interspersed with misheard tales, a mother’s search for her son sans trousers, a gas meter inquiry, a joke phone call, a drunken bus hurdle, and a temperate manufacturer’s note.
Cyril Moss, employed at Mr Walkom’s Holm wood property in Blayney, was chased by a ferocious bullock in the late afternoon. He climbed a tree to avoid being mauled as the animal pawed the ground for hours. A rescue party arrived but could not approach. Walkom later rode the enraged beast away with a stockwhip and led the boy to safety on his horse.
The Dubbo Farmers and Settlers Association in New South Wales heard J B Druitt urge the Wheat Board to withhold full payments until 80 percent of a farmer’s crop is paid. He criticized the stabilisation scheme, noting quotas and unfair treatment for farmers with clean records, and argued that the burden should be shared. The motion to press these terms was carried.
Mr and Mrs H Henry celebrate a daughter's birth. Mr and Mrs Sinclair and family move to a new home at Wyalung. After time in Sydney, Mr W Henry returns home while Mrs Henry continues medical treatment in the City. Mrs G Murrey and her small son visit Mr and Mrs T Harris of Harris Ville.
Lyndhurst Shire Council plans road work with community aid. Engineer Gerty notes voluntary assistance and pipe culvert construction on State Highway No 6 at Wood Bros property entrance. President Innes reports a riding road inspection and Main Roads Department approval for pipes ordered by Council.
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