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Newspaper
Carcoar Chronicle
Location
Carcoar, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 15, 1931
Page
2
Market observers note Tuesday activity with cattle listed at 9/40 and 14/4 for various ages, while cows reach about 48/10. Sheep rise to 1 shilling per head in places, with buyers and sellers adjusting on price amid mixed quality stock and uncertainties in supply. The dairy and veal sections show fluctuating rates as agents tally lots and project demand.
Winter vacation begins for Tristrict schools with re opening on January 2nd. Mrs Hod Musgraw improves after an operation this week. A Western Movement meeting is planned with Blayney guests and a talk by Mr Body and G Welton. Bridges at Mandurama and Combong Creek reportedly receive no immediate work. Shire Fire Brigade handles many requests during festival time. Rev Norton to hold services at Basbirat and Carnpar. event notices to follow.
Lyndhurst Shire Council officials discuss partial road repairs on the Durmed and Old Lachlan roads, debating funding and safety. The council approves selective works near the Ramp and requests gate access through Hines Bros property, with voluntary aid and a grant proposal for 26000 toward bridge and drainage projects.
A garbled OCR fragment hints at political maneuvering around a potential party candidate. It mentions a named figure Loughlin and references to a state election, loyalties, and accusations. The text remains incoherent with many unreadable sections, offering little verifiable detail.
A Guardian report details contention around the P P Boards with Mr Shipp pushing for land reforms and abolition, while Mr Challey and others examine the boards cases. Debate centers on stock inspection, government aims, and the boards’ role versus union influence.
Local notes recount Cowra rugby wins, Lyndhurst team selections, and a John Fagan Memorial Trophy shooting event. Mentions Cowra Beaten by Neville and Blayney versus Woodstock, with player tallies and upcoming fixtures at Lyndhurst ground.
A rambling report details a tense contest with Woodstock edging rivals 13 to 8. Key moments feature Woodmack’s 18th minute score and Cam Card’s try, while refereeing and late signals shaped the finish as Woodstock claimed the win.
Visitors from Cowra Canowindae and nearby regions attended a Wordstock event featuring readings and a play. The afternoon program included performances and a prompt warning about credit items.
Tennis summary notes Weedstock won a close match on Sunday at the focal courts. Woodstock defeated rival squads with scores around 14 sets 129, while Mayney and Dalle led in singles and doubles. CF Melert and Doak contributed for CLbe ani.
Fragmented OCR summary notes multiple admissions and staff counts at a district hospital. Mentions two males and four females admitted, ongoing care in ward SH/9 and Hempivil, various departments including maternity, surgical, and criminal court references appear garbled. Includes salary and wage line items and a payment or donation figure of £210 referenced in a mixed context.
The Easter carnival featured a formal program with voting results and praise for community contributors. Mr Gi G Manning received a commendation for guiding the event and supporting the parade while Matron Etrain was thanked for organizing the admission queues and managing the crowd.
Fragmented article notes the Board of Directors urging the government to reduce taxes and reallocate funds to support hospital maintenance and the public hospital system. It cites the Bathurst District Hospital process and references employment levy proposals and annual conference considerations. Contain ambiguity due to OCR errors.
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