28 Sep 1933
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Newspaper
Gilgandra Weekly And Castlereagh
Location
Gilgandra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 28, 1933
Page
1
The Director of Maternal and Baby Welfare Dr E Sydney Morris provides turnout and activity data for the Gilgandra Baby Health Centre. The report lists new enrollments six, weighted babies seven, test meals two, and various attendance figures across age groups totaling seventy nine for the period.
The article promotes local Baby Health Centres offering simple reliable mothercraft instruction to mothers and expectant mothers in schools. It notes 618000 visits by mothers and 45002 babies last year, compares five years ago totals, and urges readers to consider their baby’s health and available expert guidance.
At a Gilgandra meeting the idea to expand the show committee was supported. Mr McKellar urged increasing to 40 and Mr Wilson suggested 45, arguing more hands ease the growing workload while others warned of unwieldy size. The motion carried by a comfortable vote.
Last Thursday district stock sold by Winghcombe Carren I included Mra J M Ferguson Gul ar 26 hoggets to 26/1d 51 lambs at 10/4 T C Mackney Gular 147 shorn hoggets to 18/3 average 16/2.
Gilgandra, playing at Armatree, was dismissed for 33 in the opening cup match. A Law and W Gillett shared five wickets each for the home side, while P Cameron top scored for Gilgandra with 11 as rain had limited play earlier and conditions suited bowlers.
The Show committee reported a profit over £200 from the recent exhibition with an estimated year end net of about £150. Receipts totalled £873 1s 6d, including an advance from the Building Relief Committee for ground improvements. The secretary, Mr Brown, was praised for driving membership and was awarded a £30 bonus as appreciation for his efforts.
Gilgandra Cricket Club discussed several local and district cricket issues at Memorial Institute. The group deferred a proposed Zed grade district competition due to country clubs lack of interest and agreed an independent association would be needed if such a second grade competition proceeded.
The State merina ene competitions promoted by Farmer and Settler showcased notable crests across pastoral districts in New South Wales. Judge J M Coleman of the Department of Agriculture praised Mr F M Firth of Lockeles Collie for first prize in B Group, citing ewes of mixed ages with strong wool and uniform frames, though noting some variation in type and wool strength.
An old promotional piece addresses women about Hennafoam hair dye promising transformation from dull to vibrant shine. It touts Hennafoam as a beauty solution and claims suitability for various hair types while tempting readers with low prices.
Thousands of stock were trucked into the Dubbo railway district for the week with 2300 trucks transporting sheep and cattle to Sydney markets and elsewhere. To handle the record traffic 33 special stock trains were run and more services are expected as heavy trucking continues. Five special trains went to Flemingon on Tuesday and hundreds of trucks are booked for other consignments from the Cocorambl Narromine and Trangie districts.
The meeting reviewed club funds with a £12 surplus and £4 from su ley vegin LA Tia, opening talks on seven grade match pitches. A motion passed to build half a concrete wicket, form a three member committee, suspend cricket during construction, and report costs including a new mat.
The Macquarie Group Women’s Association Handicrafts Exhibition at the Royal Hotel showcased needlework, crochet, lace, and wool crafts led by the Newl branch winner of the Tutte cup for best display. The event featured a baby show, an art gallery with Papuan samples, and competitions judged across wool work, needlework, and arts and crafts with multiple branches earning prizes.
The Gilgandra Bowling Club held its annual meeting at the Memorial Institute. The president reported the club reduced its bank overdraft by £20 16s 2d and praised member cooperation to push funds lower. Appointments were made for patron, president, vice presidents, treasurer, and secretary amid notes on new members and a promising year ahead.
Sunday golf at the local links concluded with Fleming Cup won by B Gould and President's Cup captured by A J Habgood. Tibbits Hole in One Trophy results listed with match scores and downs for each participant. note on undated ad for Woods' Great Peppermint Ure.
The Western Stores and Edgleys Ltd announce a promotion offering a free McCabe or Woodfull cricket bat if a century or higher is scored in a competition match using a bat purchased from their outlets. Claims must include purchase receipt, score certified by the captain, and be submitted within three days of the match. only one bat per claimant and stock is locally chosen.
The meeting of the Gilgandra club approves 3 membership options with £3 yearly fee paid in two instalments and no green fees. last year's charges were carried. A November opening date is set, aims to recruit one new member each, and notes donations from Christie. Country members fixed at 15/- per half year with a six mile radius. Repairs and replacements for equipment are approved.
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