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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 21, 1951
Page
7
In the RCA Douglas event staged at Gob yards the Trophy was won by Lo Nobhe with HO Anderson second and Rolie 1100 third. V. Naat ela Tourtt and others contributed to the afternoon’s prize cash.
Mire Shean and his son Ron returned home after Ron underwent medical treatment in Sydney. Maurice McClintock has also returned home from Bathurst after completing schooling. Lance Kirby and family came back from Griffith where Mrs Kirby stayed with her daughter and son-in-law. Lorraine Boreham of Sydney visited ahead of the school term.
Eugowra defeated Condobolin 29 27 in the final pennant round with each rink delivering solid performances. Local players Ken Webster D Ling W Roe and W Littles led the winning effort while F Harding R Gien T Cary and F Helyers suffered on the opposing side. The report also notes social events, injuries and community updates surrounding Eugowra and Condobolin clubs during Christmas preparations.
A blaze sparked by tractor sparks on Mr Clemens Hollywood property spread to the Wyone property of Mr Mobile. About 200 acres burned, including 80 acres of stubble and rear timber, three to four miles of fencing destroyed but no stock lost. Firefighters contained the fire by sunset though risks of fresh outbreaks lingered. Local fire organization and coordination are urged to prevent further disasters.
The annual CWA meeting was held at the School of Arts on Friday December 14. Mrs E H Clements presided, Mrs R A Douglas chaired the election of officers for 1932 with Mrs Frank Well as president and others as secretary treasurer and vice presidents. A vote of thanks to retiring president Mrs E H Clements was moved by Mrs Norris. The Rima hamper prize was won by Mrs T Gransden. The branch resumes activities in February next year.
A lively Saturday night 21st birthday celebration for Reg Thomas was hosted by Mr and Mrs Joe Thomas. Over 130 guests attended a knife and fork tea, Reg entered to a Jelly Goat Fellow song, and the cake was made by his mother. The chairman Gordon Douglas gave a loyal toast, Reg thanked family and guests, and the gathering enjoyed singing and dancing with members of Tony Kings orchestra.
The body of four year old Frederick Bailes was found unhurt at Waterhole Creek last week. The coroner’s verdict was suicide by hanging. Bailes lived in Cookamulpera and worked on Jemalong Shire Council roadworks in the district. Funeral arrangements were made at Conoobelin.
The Eugenre Mothers Club hosted a naval Christmas party for school children at the Imperial Theatre. A cartoon film, festive treats, and gifts from the P and C Association plus class prizes marked a lively afternoon with teachers and pupils in attendance.
The note thanks donors for fleece donations and acknowledges Mire acknowledgement for much work. It lists contributors such as Newville Harley Bros and Banham. Acknowledges upcoming consignments of salvaged textiles and ongoing donations from Dovigios Mulligan and AlcDowgals residents after Christmas.
Enrolments are requested for Engowra Fire Brigade Town Area volunteers. Prospective helpers should contact W Kennedy honorary secretary at the Grand Social Theatre Engowra. Thursday January 3, 1952. Proceeds aid a Convent. Kath Mulligan honorary secretary.
FOR SALE W300 4-Speed Tractor ready for immediate work. £550. WANTED LXL Pola Cart. R A Douglas ELGOWRA phone day 84 night 127. MEMORIAM HADLEY In loving memory of Ella Louisa who passed away this December 1009. Return thanks from Hay and family. Services listed for Eugowra Goolagong St Pauls and St Matthews with Holy Communion and Evensong times. Cecil Miller.
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