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Newspaper
Corowa Free Press
Location
Corowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1937
Page
3
A fragmented report from London notes workers were blown by an incident, sparking concerns and expectations of further details. Officials have yet to release a full account, while bystanders describe a chaotic scene and calls for safety reviews.
Coreen Shire Council heard departmental updates on ordinances, electricity projects, and road works. The meeting appointed Mr. F. Brey as Shire Clerk at a salary of £3 10s per week and addressed requests for road maintenance, power supply, and public works programs.
Mr. T. M. Wade has disposed of his dental practice to Br. PLB iumk, signaling a change in local dental service ownership and management.
Fragmentary dispatch notes extensive damage believed to affect plantations and land assets. Initial estimates suggest potential compensation or restitution may reach high figures as authorities assess the impact of the incident on the nation.
A clipping notes Dr C Fenton, known as the Flying Begier, stating that his observer Capt co counted 70 over vessels in Tay Fitorie waters near Arnheim. The report mentions an inquest and aircraft activity, with unclear references to Darwin valor and the observers.
Sydney Monday report from Lane NM shows labourer Wah Re facing a charge in the Contra Court. Documents note a half enquiry and a role related to a local issue. Regional authorities indicated a broader beneficial movement may emerge from the district.
A damaged clipping hints at a wheat silo incident involving Rovere and a small town council. Details are unreadable, but the fragment suggests a regional agricultural incident with potential public interest. Further sourcing is needed for clarity.
A fragment reports that Vawin Frith died in Sydney on Monday after a ter rama that injured three nuns. The report notes that other men were believed gone in the same event and mentions a hospital or location linked to the casualties.
In Corows, the son of Master Frank Hurley and Mire is mentioned. A funeral notice notes the death of Milneenee Otter of Murrumbeeus Wir. The clipping references Septal 26 and a Tuesday of last week with bereavement and residence details.
The death occurred on Sunday from heart trouble of Mr Alexander Cheshunt Nevin of Arenabielda Mulwala aged / The district and Mulwala will miss a diligent citizen and church worker. He was a son of Mr and Mrs Nevin and a native of the locality. The funeral was well attended at Darromlae, with many district residents paying respects.
The Corowas District Hospital yesterday morning reported the death of nine year old Leonard Lloyd from a chest wound inflicted by a rifle bullet at Banger on Sunday May 16. The accident occurred when 17 year old George Fennel Sharp was unpacking a rifle from his tent and the weapon discharged.
In May 1929 the New South Wales Government faced a rare crisis over Crown land settlement amid adverse economic conditions. Farmers unable to meet obligations due to falling grain prices and a glutted market pressed for relief. The government pledged to make Crown land available, but limited arable areas hindered huge expansion. Debate featured promises of voluntary settlement, road improvements, and measures to protect tractor owners from crop damage. The motion, carried after debate, urged prompt actions to balance relief with road and farm needs.
A garbled report notes Russians seeking entry were refused permission to lend. Levinsky says a clothing issue prompted the denial after a hanger strike to New Zealand. The article hints at personal attire causing the entry refusal and a humorous motive behind the actions.
From London June 1 the Telly Telegraphs correspondent reports insurgents advancing on Bilbao occupying hills and directing heavy artillery to command the city as their veterans push forward.
A dense sale ad listing numerous white cotton cut-work pillow shams bed linens and tray cloths with prices and sale discounts. Includes dwellers on prices for creamer linen, fancy goods such as face powders and lavender water, and various yardage terms for silks velvets and corded greys. Mentions bale pricing and usual prices for many items with scattered shop names and sale tags.
Local advertisement lists various fabric goods with yardage and sale prices. Includes striped shirting, flannel, white Marcella, and heavy weight fabrics. Mentions Mr. W Lee and a man in charge of men’s and boys’ wear.
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