29 Jun 1937
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Newspaper
Dungog Chronicle Durham And Gloucester Advertiser
Location
Dungog, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1937
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text describes an unclear scene with disturbances and strange phrases. The readable portions mention a river, a track, a family group and a contraption. however no coherent event or identifiable names or dates emerge for a concrete summary.
The Australian militia grows by 1285 since December per Senator Sir George Pearce. Local notes cover a Cowes Raving event rescheduled to July 30 and a Cinderella dance under the CWA, plus a Woollahra by election where GB Grant led with 5038 votes, HLM Mmm 4025, and Gi. FW McDonald 4588. postal votes to be counted.
A garbled OCR piece mentions Webster Jack and McDonald Sydney Ltd Opticians at Castlereagh Street and Dubbo, promoting eye care and supplies. It references a ploughing operation, local governance, and civic events with unclear context and multiple misread terms.
The text presents a damaged OCR fragment referencing financial items, names and roles, a balance sheet, and an appeal with unclear context. It mentions Gliscostey Reed Croas branch and forwarding £21, plus names like President AR Higzing and secretary NM Grey, but the overall event and specifics remain incoherent.
The text outlines pension payments for invalid and old age as costs rise with peacetime inflation. It notes revised pay days and expectations of higher expenditure, with the budget fund for pensions likely exceeding 14 million. Additional figures predict total spending around 115 million in the next year, alongside references to South Africa news and unrelated medical notes.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a provincial gathering with mentions of Mr Stevens and Mr Bluttemabow AeEy Pips le Well. The text references parliamentary actors, funding, and economic talk, but many names and places are garbled, yielding little verifiable fact.
The notice outlines multiple local entries about residents and visitors, including injuries and recoveries, hospital stays, weddings, and social events. Names such as Anne Aboot, Phyllis Kesteven, and Betsy Wiston appear among mentions of family visits and hospital care.
A mangled notice reports erratic cattle supplies at a local market on Thursday with prices improving up to 19 shillings. Prices for various goods shifted, with figures like 10/7 and 16/6 noted. sale by Wine feotate is mentioned amid confusion.
A local cattle case discusses a woman convicting and rescuing cattle from Francie Clancy amid impoundment. police cite penalties for the defendant over the ox dispute. Rainfall reports note heavy showers in Dungog with local weather implications and notes from the Local District Office.
The Paterson River orange crop this season is expected to be the tightest ever gathered, with output projected at about 28 percent of normal due to prolonged dry weather. A good quality fruit harvest is anticipated for sale, while mandarins from the area are described as very small.
In a fragmentary report the Abbott Cup event at Mrs. Brighton’s trophy draws shows Crosl D Brighton facing Bergman A Carsion D Maundy and Me Skillen in early rounds. The Mor wth team match is scheduled for today with Mrs Doris Af Caravcon and Mrs Brighton among the participants.
Maitland dealers and firms report stock sales progress with figures and names across the district. Trade notes highlight movements in cattle and sheep markets, with prices and quantities discussed for local buyers and sellers.
The monthly CWA meeting held on June 24 with Ming Betty Honke presiding. Attendees included Mime Dambkine Blow M Bhiller 5 Mocks D Deurde and Mrs Dawnon. Apologies from Allene and Brighton Desnla, D Camprat Welbur Mra Wile 400 Mine Howe. Treasurer’s report showed a credit balance of £16 13s. Members approved routine admin matters and welcomed AMlis Blow as a new member.
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Dungog teams won both second grade matches with heavy ground due to rain. The A grade defeated Caratti by nine points at Bennett Park with X Boule and SC Berry scoring. Gloucester defeated Dungog by eight points at Gloucester. A fire at Paidington caused about £4000 damage. A dairy farm rescue saved a valuable cow. rainfall to Friday night marked a rare June total since 1808 in Sydney. Negotiations in Sydney over Nyaught’s Newcantle Works may lead to a work stoppage. a Founders Day speech noted farmer hardships and petitions.
The report details a market firm with bullocks and prime stock trading, cattle and dairy prices, and a NSW polo team featuring the Ashton brothers and Skane winning a championship. It also covers a cricket match between England and Australia with wickets and scores.
A fragmented report shows players such as A. Atleopp 88:8-To 3 and Lipscombe 86-28-39 in early rounds. Maitland Winks defeat Bettington Cup side with multiple players including McLeod Meredith and Johnston contributing, as committee plans an upcoming meeting in the Memorial Hall.
South Africa defeated Australia 5 15 in muddy conditions at Sydney Detcker Ground with Jaina petals scoring. New South Wales beat Queensland 16 11 at Bristans after leading 4 0 at half time. England beat New Zealand 3 21 in Wellington. The Countess of Dudley Cup saw Wyethns win with Scone harmony pace and notable saves by Henderson, Skene, and the injured captain.
Miaba Mati of Mowe-Vide defeats Mise Jean Molntoub in the final of the country championship at La Perowm. The big spring weights favor top contenders. Pameliie carries the Metropolitan burden but is not entered. Special notes list Pamelis in Lopwelgs and various race weights including Caulfield Cup and Melbourne Cup terms.
A mixed report on cattle and pig prices follows a private sale listing with numerous figures. Various cows and steers are priced, bidders named, and quantities noted, with Poultry and garden produce also listed alongside farm goods.
The notice lists July Fourth services at Dungog and Stroud across Anglican, Presbyterian, Methodist, Baptist, and other churches. Events include Holy Communion, morning prayers, and evening services with varied timetables and locations.
An Archdeacon speech at Macleaa sparked noise as the choir decides to form a cricket team. Pingnce was involved, and ivy Boyntisd brainware is mentioned. A parsan questioned, then the Fey asked about mapping.
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