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Newspaper
Carcoar Chronicle
Location
Carcoar, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 14, 1926
Page
2
Parish notices list Holy Day observances at Gatholic Parish Oowra with services and calendar details. Darbys Falla Slus scheduled on a Friday in the month, with wordy, unclear wording about times and places.
Local testimony describes an inspector present during visits to a property near Cadin in January and February as pension of rabbits and chemical destruction methods were debated. Statements from Harold Blandlard, George Blandlard, and Henry Lucas question inspector participation and effectiveness of work on the site.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe deteriorating roads and a council discussion over repairs toward Newbridge and nearby locales. References mention failed or pending works, damp surfaces, and a proposed approach to address the Ferwinnay of Hen and related routes. Witnesses like Mr. Onhowr comment on Cyclone Fiver Creel road and broader maintenance concerns.
Council debates on maintenance of Cur ean Fond road facing drains, hill negotiation in winter, and calls for engineer action. Residents Jas Sweyney and Jas Edwards push for faster work, while others note limited funds and possible substitutions like culverts. A maintenance grant and new finker boards are logged.
KEG Melville defends his football match refereeing in Carcoar versus Mandurama. He criticizes a Chronicle misread and complains about improprieties and rule mistakes by Melville, who previously refereed in the district. He asserts he never accused anyone of losing contests and welcomes publicity from Sunday’s game.
Mr W Links an ex Carcourite visits Blayney renewing old acquaintances Meme O'Brien Bron. They frequent the U S wool sale week and observe transfers at the Blayney billiard room where Sd was moved to Jas Fisher.
The Graziers Association convened at the Shock Office, Carcour, on a Saturday afternoon with Mr Fagan presiding as vice chairman. Elections of district delegates and committee officials dominated the agenda as members thanked speakers for conference reports and debated ongoing member affairs.
A district football match at Neville drew a big crowd as Mandurama and Carcoar clashed. Referee Melville lost control after Mandurama scored, forcing a late decision and a low-scoring result with Stammers and Willar leading for Carcoar and Mandurama respectively. The game ended with Mandurama ahead 9 to 8 after a tense second half and controversial stoppages.
A matinee by St Marys Academy on Wednesday afternoon met the school’s high standards. Mr W B Kelle has been appointed CP9 at Carcear and is expected to arrive this coming week. Reuben Mendham of Barry was fined in Carcear for failing to return a visitor license. Edward and Mary Masterton were examined for failing to vote with costs at Carcoar Police Court on Wednesday. A successful convert was held at Mandurama on Tuesday night with the outcome held over.
The report outlines rising industrial strife with widespread strikes and protests. It notes government plans affecting fuel supply and public services, including debates over licensing and site sales. Strong mentions of labor unrest, price pressures, and broader economic tension loom over the period.
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