1940 Driest Year On Record In Gilgandra
The year 1940 is recorded as the driest in Gilgandra's history with post office registrations totaling 937 points, well below the prior record of 1109. Monthly totals show sparse rainfall from January to December, and a note lists regional towns and their fall amounts, highlighting the widespread drought across the western area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilgandra
Gilganera
Toro Pia
BATH
Peint
Nalitas
Nantes
Wextern Conor
Brox Warsina
Rourke
Hyrovk
Cobbar
Quambone Rse
Coonamble
Gulareambone RA
Nyne Ben
Warren
Nevertha
Twongie
Narromi
Guanabarohran
Binnaway
Dunedoo
Dudhbo
Wellington Snes
Young Champion Ian Hay Shines In Narromine Meet
Ian Hay, a junior swimmer from Gilesadra, set district records by winning the 33 1/3 yard Western District Junior Championship at Narromine during the holidays. Wellington’s Fred Hock had previously set a time, with officials noting Hay’s potential to win the open country championship if he continues to develop and stay modest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilesadra
Ian Hay
Durin Holiday
Narromine
Shen
Fred Hock
Wellington
Ewer Tetseaghy
Tan
Be Fing
Christie
Shire
Dubbo
Mr. We DB. Smith
G. Christies
Mee
A. Townsend
Meters
J. Shaw
W. Willian
G. Cate Yen
A. J. Moss
A Krohn
Kennedy
W Coomber
B Gould
Reid
Messrs
G. Newston
C. Chappell
F Hensley
Club Divne Dudge
W Walken
Air
Gee
Moser
We Walker
Gaon
Tiyons
W. Render
Ry Kinghorn
Mars
Bopha
Welline Tan
Spncttors
Jon
Miial el
Bern
Real Tan
Haydy
Amr Junior
Wim We
Tims Knakad
Fred Hook
Dowie
Paris
Hina Bean
Nonioy Mone
Patey Marvin
Aroki B
Brown
Dehinasa
Alek
Rex Gieytn
Presidant
Chyleila
Alo
State Wages Tax Reduction Announcement
The Commissioner of Tax announces a wage tax reduction effective from January. Individuals with taxable earnings up to twenty to four pounds weekly will see a 110 percent rebate on tax, and the wage amount per year affects dependent rebates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. J McMahon
Typewriter Ribbons Supplied by Gilgandra Weekly
Local supplier Gilgandra Weekly advertises a range of typewriter ribbons and accessories from Sydney Pin Cheha Pty Ltd. The notice touts availability for various makes including Rapal typewriters and emphasizes ready stock and competitive pricing for readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilgandra Weekly
Sydney
Pin- Cheha Pty. Lid Agape
Farewell to Gilgandra Widows and Returning Soldiers
A public farewell in Gilgandra honored Australian soldiers returning from duty. Mr Christie, Shire President, led a warm sendoff at the town hall with residents expressing pride, support, and best wishes. Attendees included Mr Ray Bikes of the Returned Soldiers League, and residents pledged to welcome the men home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Mann
Tamora
Gileandra
Bardie
Jack
Gilgandra
Mr.Christie
Shire
Wat
Farawell
Christie
Gilrandim
Lear
Ray Bikes
Raturnell Solders’ League
Mr. Diggs
Denis
Howe
Munro
Bila
Gibson
Presentations to Matron Roach at Wyalviet Hospital
The hospital honored Matron Roach after her tenure at Wynluwye Hospital with a convivial reception hosted by the Hospital Wongs Auxiliary. A crystal steepled ponding and a Dyiehes gift were presented, acknowledging her able leadership and compassionate service throughout her term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mics
A.M. Howls
Wyalvietteiet
Port Ani
Albury Bae Hospital
Ming Teach Iy
Biro
J. B . Roweh
Gibeanden
Wynluwye
Wong's Auxiliary
Ital
Ang Mr
Raver
Baleer
Successful Patriotic Swimming Carnival at Gilgandra Baths
Dubbo Narromine Coonamble and Wellington competitors swam in a New Year carnival at Gilgandra Baths to raise funds for the Patriotic Fund. Despite rain, 300 entrants took part across many events with strong efforts from juniors and open divisions, and organizers praised the day’s turnout and spirit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilgandrs Baths
Patiotic Fund
Coonamble
Dubbo
Narromine
Wellington
Trials of Early Settlers in the Castlereagh Flood Scene
An obituary recounts the 1874 Castlereagh River flood affecting settler families led by John Smith aged 70. It recalls Peter Smith from Scotland who shepherded near Borda in the sixties and the Johnson family camped on river flats at Arthursleigh. The narrative notes wives and children taking shelter as sheep drowned and lingering questions about the flood's impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auilden
Mt Giyrindra
John Smith
Mes. McMullen
Castlereagh
Peter Smith
Scorland
Borda
Cheetham
Tlyer
Dinasty
Johnstons
Balladorian
Riverina
Arthursleish
Heter Smith
Johntone
Wedding Bells United Daisy Barden and Myrtle Errett at St Ambrose
A formal wedding took place at St Ambrose Church Gilgandra on January 6 uniting Daisy Barden daughter of Mr and Mrs M Barden and Myrtle Errett daughter of Mr and Mrs J Barling Kia Ora Gilgandra. The bride wore a blue frock and was attended by her sister Sine Baldwin matron of honour. The wedding breakfast was held at the Bride’s parents home and many telegrams were read. The couple plan a honeymoon in Orange. Sir Mould of Sydney attended the wedding and celebrated a wedding anniversary with the arrangements.
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St. Ambrose Church of England
Gilgandra
Daisy
Baldwin
Coun
Barden
Orange
Sir
Mould
Sydney
Consig
Tide
Local swimming and diving meet highlights at Coonamble
The meet features multiple events including open 17 reconds, balloon race heats, and a brace relay. Teams from Gilgandra Coonamble and Dubbo compete with standout performances by Astill, Catlin, and McCullough.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perry
Wsmith
Bartley
G- Bell
M- Lyons
A. Catlin
Ke Astill
McCullough
Lave
Krohn
McChure
Smith
Bem-Finkl
Quinlan
Bownan
Bell
Lyons
Catlin
Astill
Wilkins
Pinal
Tan Hay
Martin
Wonty Tan May
Hay
Kennedy
W. J
R, Johnstone
C, Holland
Allan Chinetle
Srohem
Gilgondre
Ve Paints
Dubbo
Lees
Cuonmuble
Public Farewell to Men on Leave at Aus traling Hall
A Christmas week farewell event gathered twenty district residents and uniformed men at Aus traling Hall. The Shire President and local committee praised the servicemen’s service. Speakers thanked the men, wished them luck, and urged support for the Patriotic Fund while the evening closed with song and supper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twen
Australing
Gipson
Sudionee
K. Gellert Gummer
Ryan
Donnelly Seyper F
Cameron
Creencune
McChire
P. Hean
Bell
Cheelle
Tifoe
Dineen
Che Itis
Everalls
Creanaune
Hays
Red Cross New Year Eve Dance in Australian Hall
The Gileandra branch of the Red Cross Society held its New Year’s Eve dance at Australian Hall with Mrs Voreoe as organizer. About 90 pounds net profit was expected to be cleared, with decorated hall, orchestra, and supper arrangements by Mrs Carter. Dancing continued past midnight amid storms and festive singing of Auld Lang Syne.
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Rad Cruse Society
Mre. Voreoe
le Dex
Carter
Diniot
Waeed
The Talkies at Western Monarch Theaters Feature
Screenings announce Lavigh adventures with Lewis Stone Mickey Rooney and Fay Holden plus Adnan Dity comedy Dad Pop A May and Par aoll Neves with The RAF and Middle East setup. Alexander Kori presents The Drum for Avuine Enlule Valerie Hisbain Raymund Massey Eternally Yours and Caraiting On High.
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Lavigh
Zoud
Saude Heedy
Lewis Stone
Mickey Rooney
Na Parker
Fay Holden
Valente Hah
RAF
Middle East
Meely
Alexander Kori
Auvine Enlule
Valerie Hisbain
Raymund Massey
Davin Niven
Leretta
Forsythe Link Belt Incident In Foomohovelivan
Sergeant J Forsythe reports an encounter near Neweadthi where four migrants were involved. Berta Bainbridge of Foomohovelivan is connected to the incident with a belt timer device aiding the mover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Forsythe
Neweadthi How Ween
Berta Bainbridge
Foomohovelivan
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AN Hay
Miller Street
Gilgan
Dra
Jack Munro
Wyalong
Albury Base Hospital
Western Stores Cup
Cupy and
Dune Chin Funackin
BR. Henry
Moller
Hhundeap
B. Brown
Holland
Garl'ch
Bob Johminn
Finds J
Keuhn A
Ni Garlick
A. Gommrd
Heets
PB Mastin
Rogers
Hundican
Phrat Hell
Patsy Martin
Rspittler
Hants G. Cureran
M- Wart
CoMieanty N- Rose
Pinal Boley Morn
Nancy Rosa
Accionde
Metivs
Bochme
Wel Tinetore
Roentids
W. Cozsand
W. Rogers
Nubia
Bruce
Vans
G. Perry
D. M. Kennedy
Wo Roger
D. Wilking
Ny Rose
A Keohn
O'Neil
Evans
Godmeble
Ferre
Bennedy
Gilgandes
Beasley
Coonamley
Belt
Ovina
Motves Boyd
Maddewick
I. Lindsley
Seouna
A. Molier
Kinghorn
Hasty Mt Madesciek
Rt Feaublin
Te Waindesy
Glands
A Murlywick
Pat Webgood
N. Siyrné
Ky Wallaca
F. O'Neill
Frown
Wy Terawen
Fo Bewman
F. Bowen Coodwmibley
Barling
RED Cross
the Talkies
Etion
Bose Steel Wok
Sendevaar
F. N. Bensley’s
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