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Newspaper
Cowra Free Press
Location
Cowra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1915
Page
2
The family of the late Mrs Aun Gnetody expresses thanks for wreaths telegraphs and kind expressions of sympathy. They note appreciation for the thoughtful support and memorial gestures shown by friends and neighbors.
Athletic sports coverage notes a meeting of the Cowr Cnt Spor Club committee and an anniversary day gathering. A fire causing property damage is described with responders and neighbors assisting, plus mentions of local residents and honeymoon travel.
The Minist er outlines a share farming project on a state forest valley tract near Wyslong to Luka Cadgellion. Twenty one farms of about 600 acres each would run a ten year term with capital returns and government support for wheat and bags. Experimental plots and farmer equity aim to boost timber and agricultural output across a central village site with mills and stores.
A fragmented OCR capture mentions an optician and a sales event with dates around May and February. It references people and locations but the legible facts are limited. The text hints at a sale or promotion tied to optical services and a named place in a regional newspaper context.
A late 19th or early 20th century discussion argues for stronger support to disabled single men, veterans and widows, urging pensions for rent, home care, and children's welfare. It condemns continuing poor pension policy and calls for fair wages for discharged soldiers, linking duties to morale and national sacrifice.
Readable fragments describe harvest efforts with Mrs. Byron’s top yield of the bag per acre and local work to extract three bushels per acre. a district social at Parewhll features speakers J Hare and gifts including a gold ring. A fountain gift is promised to the camp with festive toasts and carols closing the evening.
The council discussed completed audits by Aldermen and the Shire with planned works on the Waugoole bridge and river repairs. Quotations for coke water were reviewed, grants noted, and a council committee plan set for future meetings including Sunday work allowances.
A garbled OCR passage discusses a pharmaceutical item described as a laxative tablet for internal use. It mentions relief of stomach issues, gentle action, and warnings about dosage, with unclear references to names and places.
The obituary notes the late John Brywat whose wife Stamoowh survives along with a young daughter Blin. Rev John Parr announces a memorial service at Morongle Church of England on Sunday afternoon 19th past at 3 o'clock for immediate relatives and friends.
Thomas Gleadhill faced a police court trial for alleged horse mistreatment at Cowra. Witnesses testified the horse suffered severe wounds and neglect. Gleadhill admitted ownership and care lapses. He was convicted and fined £8 8s with costs. in default two months imprisonment.
Frank Bennett writes on 1/11/15 about a horse named Luddy Vorl and the Carcingtars weight 7.65 as details of the trot and its travel to Kyoto for a coronation voyage. The author remarks on the notable journey and the remarkable prowess seen in Jepay region.
A WWI era letter describes daily life at the front with wounded and missing comrades, harsh weather, and cramped shelter. It notes Lieutenant Wordewarth and Naysoll surviving while others are hurt. The writer recounts rough conditions, longing for home, and prayers for safety as storms, rain, and dust rise around a tense camp life.
The readable fragment describes a cricket game where Bobbulaites posted a total of 24, with Humhee Iwod and D Pius contributing 42, and W McLwish scoring 15. The final score and many names are unclear due to corruption in the OCR.
Railway timetable details list mixed and passenger trains between Blayney Harden Cowra and Sydney with daily and Saturday departures. Mentions specific times, days, and routes including Cowra to Harden and Cowra to Sydney connections, with notes on arrival times and frequencies.
Fragmented text lists a series of local notices and possible events with names and places garbled. It mentions a council chamber, public school grounds, a centennial festival, a hospital note, and ages or volunteer dates, but specifics are unreadable.
The letter from Himsay F.Havvonds & Co to His Worship the Mayor requests acknowledgment of a cheque for £86 canceling the purchase of Lot 7 of Seaform Karate. It states the aim to fund a public noble purpose and references supporting documents and authorities.
Mr. W. F. Orminton's tender of £13 18s was accepted for the lease of Bellman Park for twelve years as the sole bid. Alderman Bailbaire warned the council that higher revenue could be obtained. Diarrhea and public health notices appear in the page with medical advice and advertisements, including Chamberlain's Tablets. A report mentions Private Jack Cusack returning to Sydney on a transport ship with wounded soldiers.
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