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Newspaper
Corowa Free Press
Location
Corowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 31, 1938
Page
3
A Canton scene reports a catastrophic collapse with a large death toll and numerous unidentified victims buried under rubble. Rescue efforts continue as authorities investigate the disaster’s cause and extent.
A man named Maltby was found dead at his home in Papewood bile with a head wound and chest injuries after a party dispute. The Crown alleges Chatfield killed Maltby and fled in his car toward Melbourne, crashing at Bega. testimony described a brutal scene with handkerchiefs forced into the victim’s mouth and a weapon used.
Local notes detail births, weddings, and deaths in Wan Bay and nearby towns. Names include Nell Riewart, Mr and Mrs Wiert, and families of Corowa and Moor. The items cover society gatherings, funeral arrangements, and community acknowledgments from Melbourne to Burrumbwirrok Cemetery.
A garbled early report notes apparent objections to aerial outrages and government actions. The fragment references a parliamentary context and mentions a governor and public concerns though details are unclear due to damaged text.
Aboard the Avro Anson crash in New South Wales near Green Lane ten miles from Liverpool. Oba of the most men mal nee limportiol into Australia. The wreckage spread over five acres with injuries including Lockwood and McKay. Lawnon Garden and others sustained serious injuries. recovery outlook uncertain for several.
Fragmented correspondence discusses monetary reform and national credit. It references private banking monopolies, public works, and the idea of a commonwealth credit system. The writer questions who should own money creation and how wealth should be distributed through the people's bank model.
A fragment notes the New South Wales Government providing services and the Treasury plan discussing a piece of insurance policy with an estimated sum around £400,000. Names and clear details are obscured in the text. The piece reflects government budgeting and welfare concerns in Sydney. The exact entities and dates are unreadable in the fragment.
A large crowd gathered for the dedication of St Johns Church and Rectory in Deniliquin on Saturday afternoon. Bishop A Blew and Dr R G Helwe led the ceremony with ministers and local dignitaries including Mayor Ald J 4, Areauri. The event featured oaths, speeches, and a reception at the Parish Hall, with hopes the new rectory will serve parishioners and community alike.
The Albury race day schedule was issued by the BDILA Handicapper Mr. Welly declaring entries for the winter meeting at Coctamundra. A detailed programme lists horses such as Grush Hurdle Mace Siben Rahbeidgn and Court Scene with weights and conditions, while public notices note the community commemorations and church preparations for the event.
The scanned text lists numerous horse names, odds, distances, and jockeys from a handicap event. It mixes places, weights, and times with unclear OCR fragments, reflecting a damaged page segment with multiple race entries and betting figures.
A garbled listing details several horses and terms of sale including ages and sires such as Costello and Well Mixer. The fragment references Chance to sell multiple animals with prices and descriptors amid a misty catalog. Specific names include Coatelle and Lang with various ages and alignments.
Fragmentary OCR note records a Springhurst event with local names and a street location in Nuretn Stre. Names appear garbled but indicate a celebration or gathering and mention Me Lara Hn and Gah along with a vine syricehnee reference. The readable fragment lacks a clear action or outcome.
Fragmented dialogue shows characters like Ann and Creme Charman in a choppy scene at a banquet. The text contains garbled names and phrases, with hints of affection and personal musings. No clear event or outcome emerges beyond a social gathering and introspective remarks.
An obscure field note describes an unidentified Creme Charosan Creme Charmosan event involving Ole Bae Toe ORY Predemne lane and Wm lane. The fragment mentions a lane, a location near Bald, and a person or group associated with elhmimbata dampers and tore, with no clear outcome or date.
An advertisement lists various footwear options from Gell and Football Boots, Calf Shoda, and other makers. Descriptions include Calf Golf Shoes, Ladies' Willow Caly Tie Bhd er, and Brown Cock styles with leather detailing and Cuban heels. The copy emphasizes comfort, fit, and multiple color choices.
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