Tooraweenah Corres: Trip to Queensland Reports Floods and Development
Messrs O Cale Jack Fyfe and E Yeo return from a Queensland and North Coast NSW motor trip. Brisbane reports floodwaters flooding rivers bridges. Back home rain revived pasture with six to eight inch growth, grasshoppers diminishing though pests persist. farmers eye creeding while properties along Mendooran Road show development under new grazing plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. Cale
Jack Fyfe
E. Yeo
Queensland
N.S.W
Brisbane
Steinbeck
Jin
Sydney
Altough
Mendooran Road
Messrs
Kerr Bros
Colpa
M. Murrey Campbell
Gilgan dea and Collie clash in spirited friendly cricket
Gilgandea posted 220 with Collie replying to reach 245 for seven wickets. O Carroll starred with 103 not out for Collie, while D Ryan made 83 for Gilgandea and A McKellar added 68 not out. Bowling figures feature Wheaton in force for Collie and Carroll among Gilgandea bowlers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Collie
O. Carroll
Gileanora
D. Ryan
A. McKellar
Collie F. Meers
K. Williams
J. Meers
F. Wheaton
J. Brophy
Garrell
L. Moore
J. Ostler
P. Moore
WH. Monk
P. Wheaton
J. Mealey
F . Wheaton
E. Rowcliffe
I. McNabb
Bondrios
K. Williame
Pwheaton
World tour letters reveal vast South American ranch life
A traveler’s letter from Gilgandra describes Panama to Buenos Aires journeys, detailing estancia life in Argentina with 10,000 cattle, vast lucerne fields, 23 000 acres, dehorning calves, cattle handling, and Anglo Meat Coy works. It notes rails, rainfall, fences, and Buenos Aires industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Hele
Arthur Tlaigh
Gilgandra
Reedars
Trinidad
Minerien
Carneas
Caranas
Carthagena
Antralm
Panama
Buenos Aires
Patagonia
Argentina
England
Andes
Lucerne
Rel
Anglo Meat Coy
Anglo Cov
Sao Paulo
Brasil
London
Rio Harbour
Sydney Harbour
Thrifting Thrill Rendezvous and Mickey Mouse Show
A lively note announces a Saturday event featuring Dick Powell on the bill with a coloured cartoon show and a party. Stall prices are altered to one price for adults and children under 14, with dates listed as Saturday and Monday in April.
Success for W G Law at Sydney Royal Show
Gilgandra district celebrates Mr W G Lew of Thistledown for medium strong wheat taking King George VI commemorative medal and prizes totaling 100 guineas from Flour Mills Owners Association. J M Melliy Mont of Toorawaensh earned second prize. Law also won third prize and multiple second prizes in field wheat events.
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Gilgandra
Sydney
Toorawaensh
Law
Lew
Bridge approval after delays to Peelony Creek crossing
Announcement states approval granted for a bridge over Peelony Creek on the Men fooran Gilzandis Fea. The project promises to ease travel disruptions caused by frequent floods, with tenders issued and work planned amid heavy rainfall and poor crossing access.
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Peelony Creek
Splendid Success for Younger Set Dance at Cholmeford Mall
The Younger Set's Monday night dance at Cholmeford Mall drew a full house and raised about 217 in proceeds. Secretaries Miss N Taylor Mrs Me Clure and J Rowe led the effort with decor by Mrs Gibson Mr McLennan and Mr Haynes and a well supplied supper. The event followed the Stirk Bensley wedding reception held in the hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cholmeford Mall
Mise N. Taylor
Fo MeClure
J. Rowe
Gibson
Clydesdale Mare Sold to A C Dawes at Balladodars
A high priced Clydesdale mare purchased by Mr A C Dawes of Balladodars after the Spedeer Show sales. he paid 189 guineas for the Olilesley Ol from PL Stokes of Abbotsford Victoria. The purchase adds to Dawes' notable draught stock and the mare's first public appearance will be watched closely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. ©. Dawes
Balladoras
Dishei
PL Stokes
Abbotsford
Victoria
Dawes
Draights
Local Friends Host Soiree for Mis Oriel Elph
In a Saturday gathering at the TOA Well, friends celebrated the marriage of Mis Oriel Elph Than. G. Rhom led the assembled group with best wishes and a silver presentation for the couple. Guests expressed gratitude for the hospitality and the event marked a farewell from the local branch of the Fleer om Stare and Edgley Led.
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Oriel
Mordey
Bill
Mii Mo
Benninetoan
Deveier
Mr Ant
Cheng
Mis Bennineton
Mie
Elphick
Wyllom
Phe
Pishlen
Obituary for Albert Eli and local bowling figure dies
The death of Albert Eli is announced with funeral details. He was a longtime president of the Dubbo Bowling Association and a leader in the local church and community. Reverend Leavers conducted services at the Holy Trinity Church with other local clergy in attendance.
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Anate
Orel Cid
Albert Eli Meee
Rex
Hubbo
Te Far
Jah
Aise We Ton
Leovers
Rosy
Margaret Whitely remembered in Dalby district
The late Margaret Ete Whiteles widow of T A Whiteles died Sunday morning at Brisbane Street Dalbo. Born in Dubhe she lived in Dubbo and district, supported charity, and returned from Dirtrho. Funeral at St Brigid Monday. Reverend O Donnall officiated with Fathers Cahill Corston Brien Duffy and McGuinn at the cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Ete
Whiteles
T A. Whiteley
Bribane Street
Dalbo
Ih Dubhe
T A Whiteles
Georie
Dubbo
Charty
Faneral Feft
Chuyck
Dibbo Ceretery
Moensioner O Donnall
Cahill
Cocton Brien
Duffy
McGuinn
Holiday gossip and community notes from Mendouran
The page recalls Easter holidays and visits of residents to Sydney and nearby towns. It mentions Mr and Mrs Doug Luckie in Sydney, guests at the Monk and Thorley households, transfers of Miss J Har to Wee Was public school, progress of Mrs D Yee in Tooraweenah, and local family visits and travel between Mendouran and Wellington. Also noted are new car purchases, the Royal Show visit, and a large Easter party for children at the Mechanics Hall to raise funds for the Far West dance. An Easter tremor and the opening of the Mendouran tennis screen with a tournament and Star Gudgeon Cup results are recorded.
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Doug Luckie
Sydney
W Kerr
Pallenbone
Q. Monk
G. Thorley
Monly
P. Luckie
Men Joopan
Wee
D. Yee
Tooraweenah
Rovers
C.W.A. Hos
Mendooren
JD. N. Gorling
Ina Marchant
John
E. Doyle
Mothercal School
Lihow
G. Ells
Siecor Acrey
Jevee
Mudgee
Aubrey
Wellingon
Jones
Beunla ' R
AL Rapille
New
Giddings
Marjorie Shoather
Mendooran
Gorden Truskett
Alex Truskett
Ce Meer
Reg Yeo
Merrygeen
Royal Stow
Gavin
Ciug Bull
Moe
A. W. Yeo
Mr. Yeats
Me P
Monk
FE. Hanslow
Mvall Plains
C.W.A
Gregory
Warren School
Mechanics’ Hall
Mir J) Morris
Bartelle
Dietri
Mendouran
Enester
Miz MM. James
EB. J Chapman
Ps Sach
Biddon News Holiday Travels Report
Mrs W Dawes returns from Queensland for a holiday with family in Armidale and Biddon. Miss A Arthur visits from Hannahs Bridge and stays at Riddon during Easter. Mr F W Mackenzie travels with El sie Williams and Elsie Reichelt to Newcastle. returns with Mrs Gardner and baby son. Reichelt stays in Sydney. crickets noted near Quirindi Murroundi during travel.
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W. Dawes
W Gardner
Wallsend
Easter Cycle Carnival Showcases Local Talent in Promising Meet
On Easter Saturday the Cycle Club held its first sports meeting drawing strong public support and riders from neighboring towns. Mel Johnson of Gilgandra dominated, winning the Custireagh mile handicap and placing in other events. D Merchant and G Bruce also starred with multiple top finishes across 2 to 5 mile races.
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Mel Johnson
Gilgandra
Custireagh
Tohneon
D Merchant
Algo
Mendooran Handi-Ap
G. Bruce
Eet
Cotlereagh
Ope Mil
G. Paraons
Dunedoo
Ad Yard
D. Marchant
B. Marchant
M. Millvon
K. Jackwen
Ro McDonald
Tima
Gileandrad
J. Quinton
L Linke
Gileandrs
Mr. Honald
J Quinton
Ly A. Poresas
Dunedoot
Yee
D. Marechon
Mo Johnson
L, McDonndlld
McKingom
D. Lane
Roy
Marchant
Quirk
Duncnon
T. Fitzgerald
Gulgandira
G Bruce
M. Johnsen
Experiments in Malaya Show Crocodile Eggs Prove Valuable
Reports from Malaya indicate new laid crocodile eggs are nutritious for meals and comparable to plover eggs in value. Crocodile meat is said to rival venison in curry dishes, while large investments flow into railway lines and Bank of England notes reach substantial totals in circulation.
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Malaya
Bank of England
Western Monarch Theatre Adopts One Price Stalls Policy
On Saturday night the Western Monarch Theatre announced a one price policy for stalls with Adults 1 shilling 6d and Children under 14 priced at 1 shilling. The program features the American classic The Epic of Oppression at Lyceum Sydney run six weeks, plus a mix of serials shorts cartoons and a Dick Powell film lineup including Thanks A Million and The Unguarded Hour.
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Western Monarch Theatre
Iralia
National Studios
Lyceum
Sydney
Tne Cippertine
S* James
Dick Powell
Indy
Alasalind Sigsael
Alwirye
Seine
Bill
el - Polley
Manhecement
Charlie Chan
McGowan
Franch
Tone
Kitchen Tea for Gwen Penton Bride-to-Be in L.Miller
Miss Gwen Penton, second daughter of Mr and Mrs Alfenton of Lower Miller, to wed Mr Edgar Walton on 7 April. A kitchen tea was hosted Wednesday night at ICCF Hall with organizers Mrs C Heiler Mrs Foran and others. MUSIC provided by Mr Rosenbon and Mrs D Botvédettes. Mr J E Collison led the toast and guests offered best wishes for the couple.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gwen Penton
Daugher
Miro
AL Fenton
Lower Miller
Edgar
Mick") Walton
P. Wal‘ton
1.C.C.F. Hall
C. Heiler
Foran
Wil- Name
Rosenbon
Mires D. Botevéottes
J. E. Collison
Walton
Collison
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Gilgandea
Collier’s
Bateman
Callia
Bia
Grand “Flying Doctor
Ie Sebeseses
Feopu Ly Leery
Seventh Heaven
Charles Farrell
Margaret Osner
Mary Magg Cirs
Thin Man
Bill Meane Thrillimth
Meteo Wonder
Jos Morrison, Paul Kelly and
Chic Sale
Franchot
OUR
Whlais
W.G. Law
A. C Dawes
Albert Ellis Orbell
Margaret Ethel Whiteley
Amiens
Biddon News
the Talkies
G. Fenton
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