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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 16, 1938
Page
3
Caragabal journeyed to Grenfell for the Waratah Cup but Waratah retained the trophy. Match details list players with runs and dismissals, noting Beeres, Maley, O’Connor and Buckmaster among others, and the Caragabal side prepared for a next game against Marsden with a selected lineup.
A women's fund meeting was held at the Booth Pinnacle residence of Mrs Heath eel. The event attracted many members and tea was served before adjournment. Members present included Mrs Seamertchatr, Mrs Reading, Mrs Brus, Mrs Suddington, Mrs Frost, Mrs McCarthy, Mrs Johnson, Mrs Milton, Mrs Brodie, Mrs Mint Brin, Mrs Mire, and Mrs Heathcote (hon. sec.)
Garema Wad. up to Saturday morning December 10 shows 120000 bushels received and well up to standard. Silos will be closed in the near future. At present only a few bushels of wheat are being received daily. Mr A Smith of Garema is in charge of the silos.
Local cricketers fell to Bullevore at the centre on Sunday. Progress at the local swimming pool shows keen interest in the new arrangements and improved timing by enthusiasts.
At a special committee meeting on Monday night the Bedgerabong Race Club appointed officials for the Boxing Day meeting. Key roles include Judge W. A. Robinson and timekeeper J. Rodgers with various clerks and stewards. Secretary E. Smith hopes to resume duties after weeks in hospital.
At Bedgerabong Public School a break up celebration will be held on Friday with a concert prize distribution and Christmas tree articles. Each child will receive a book matching the school work. Father Christmas will attend to present the articles followed by a supper.
The article reports that Bedgergavong lost the Orlando Cup on Sunday due to poor fielding. It cites failing links in the defense and the overall fielding as the main weakness that cost the team the title.
Eureka pulls ahead in a tense five wicket thriller as Country Cricket edges past rivals. Key figures led by top batsman and a disciplined bowling unit secured a dramatic victory in a tightly contested match. Local crowds saluted the resilient effort and late flourish.
Trungley North scored 141 with Cotes top scoring at 34 as Quandialla’s bowlers battled back after a poor start. R Penfold and P Caldwell sparked the recovery, Caldwell making 28 and W Penfold contributing strong support. final innings 182 left Quandialla needing runs, with Penfold spearheading bowling and Caldwell strong in support as the encounter swung on late wickets.
The Quandialla Public School prize giving held last Friday drew a large audience. Principal Dax Patricia Andrews led the event with speakers noting students’ academic progress and high school admission rates. Prizes were awarded for general proficiency, class achievements, attendance, and special cups donated by local families and residents.
Caragabal Wednesday crowd gathered as L McKenna manager of Caragabal branch Bank of New South Wales extends leave. Clelland proposed a health toast to the guest praised for citizenry and friendship. C G McOlland presented a wallet and spoke of his good qualities and service.
Weather across regions reels from strong westerly winds and dust to scattered rain pleas. Harvesting nears completion with wheat moving to market while irrigation and pumping resume after dry paddocks. Farmers crave rain to steady lucerne, crops, and general conditions amid persistent wind and heat.
The Driftway Parents and Citizens Association held a Christmas tree and prize-giving at Mrs. B Priddie’s Glenelg home. Headlined by prize awards to pupils, the event featured a concert by students, Mrs W Maudsley’s class, Santa Claus, gifts for each child, dancing, and a National Anthem closing.
Widespread holiday departures and visits are noted across Wirrinta Eugowya Quandialla Pinnacle Carama and Vale districts. Families plan motor tours to Victoria New South Wales cities and coastlines while students finish term at Bathurst Grange and Goulburn colleges. Local hospital updates and church guild reports accompany a broad snapshot of holiday travel and farewells.
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