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Newspaper
Cowra Free Press
Location
Cowra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1912
Page
2
Sunday notices show evangelical services across region with multiple churches. Including A.J. Garcia of the Methodist Church and Rev Woodborne of the Greyntell Circuit, with evening worship at Wattamondare and Morongle and afternoon gatherings at Koorawatha.
Fragmented OCR text presents a troubled note about a song titled The Sweet Little Shamrock and related questions to correspondents. It hints at a 19th century issue with a veiled request for notes and a request to apply a standard toward a later date.
A buggy mare accident on Sunday involved Mr W L Bylow and a rider on a bicycle named Flint. The mare kicked sending the rider and companion over. Dr Bates was summoned but help arrived, and the pair were reported not seriously hurt as they await remedy. The incident prompted warnings about quack health products and the dubious “SANUER’E EXTHAUT” touted as a cure.
A motor car owned by the South Western Motor Co. caught fire on Sunday morning while being repaired. The blaze spread quickly, threatening nearby structures. Firefighters attempted to prevent the boiler from bursting and ultimately the vehicle was completely destroyed.
Fragmented text describes a Liberal League meeting at a church hall and a previous auction sale raising funds. Mentions Cowra and Morongle Church of England Building Fund. The sale netted about £20 with cash donations near £1. Auctioneer Mr Viavis of Cowra aided.
A fragmented telegraphic snippet mentions Wheat and related terms like Marist Bydney and Wheaten five pence seven pence. The readable text is sparse with no clear event, date, or explicit outcome to confirm a concrete news item.
Sydney reports widespread rain across the state on Tuesday causing delays and disruption. Shipping faced some hampers while the rail network was disorganised with several trains arriving hours late. Weather disruption impacts suburbs and coastal areas.
Sydney reports that Lady Lys wi Saure Haldon, daughter of a major property owner, has a marriage linked to New Zealand. The union was celebrated nearly seven years ago and is now clarified as part of ongoing social notices.
The Prime Minister pledged an early date to discuss the transport strike in London and Moray in response to the Leader of the Ops position in the House of Cimmoua. The dispute centers on alleged refusal of the cme Secratary to protect men seeking work during the transport strike.
A reported London strike ripple hits Monday operations as workers resume tasks after a long halt. Many are expected back at their posts, with unions urging disciplined conduct and orderly restart across sectors.
The Titanic inquiry heard from Hon Carlisle and advisers to the builders in London. They stated the vessel had insufficient bins and would have carried 48 instead of 1, a claim linked to merchant shipping policy.
International cricket report notes rain interrupted play in London with Australia and Yorkshire players affected. No clear result or scores available due to weather.
Fragmented report covers a cricket test between South Africa and England with player names Foster Barnes Paylor Bartigan and others. Wickets, runs, and bowling figures are partially listed amid garbled OCR, mentioning Foster and Nourse with multiple dismissals and batting notes across an innings.
Fragmented OCR text suggests a local incident description involving masked individuals, a rapper named Shy Wanda Crest, and references to venues and dates. Proper names and places are obscured or garbled, making exact details uncertain. No clear event, location, or outcome can be confirmed from the readable passages.
The Bishop of Bathurst Dr Long, greeted by dignitaries, toured Cowra and Morongla in car, confirmed several parishioners at St John and St Luke churches, addressed a large crowd, and praised local unity. A reception at the Centennial Hall followed with Mayor and others in attendance. The visit continued with speeches, music, and plans for parish support and fundraising.
An article discusses the dire financial state of New South Wales and its likely impact on households. It mentions rising prices, wariness toward authority, and the broader effect on commerce and daily life. It references prices, imports, and local figures amid a climate of scarcity and concern.
Correspondence urges further cuts in railway carriage rates for fodder to starving stock. Proposes lowering costs from 1s 5 1/8d to 10s 1d per ton over 180 miles, with savings extending to 600 miles, highlighting taxation as a contributor to famine and calling for policy equity to protect animals and relief for distressed communities.
Sunday evening drought relief arrived as showers spread from Sydney to Milpéeike, bringing mild, threatening skies that revived crops. Farmers expect better yields, with stations reporting rainfall despite earlier heat. Local observers note improving soil and cautious optimism for upcoming planting.
A local correspondent reports the annual Hospital Ball at Back Creek was a success with music by Dan McGee and generous attendance from neighbors. Proceeds are estimated to total about 11 pounds. praise goes to the ladies and gentlemen who organized the event and to special mentions for Mrs Cummings and Miss Burks.
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