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Newspaper
Wagga Wagga Express
Location
Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 21, 1935
Page
8
A disjointed report shows Wagga A Grade cricket with County defeating South Wagga 170–? while Wagga Lady Smith and Postal Forest Hill contests produced low totals. Notable scores include Galvin and Leek performing for County and Ladysmith's Beers, Payton, and Josselyn contributing in damp conditions at Belton Park and the racecourse.
South Wagga dominates as George Weygood scores 100 not out in 70 minutes with 14 boundaries. Hardys Ltd bowled out for 180 in reply after 4 wickets, Primmer leading with 4-? while Downe and Newton share early bowling. Local cricket report notes final line 140 all out for Hardys.
Ganmain prepares to host Warma for the Pastoral Cup at Warma ground. The visiting side lists Waren capt short Led wide Campbell Burl Hed ditch Anderson Wild Nola McGrath Wilson Clout. Ganmain lineup includes Kerlin Crozier Metwan McLean Roach Kelly and Kerlin Carta among others.
Boxing Day will feature a Wagga versus Young Assassinations match at Newtown cricket ground. The Wagga team may be weakened by absences of several players from the Wyn club while Young’s side is fielding a familiar lineup including Hall Mall Boneley Hatter McDonald Batkin Per king Sterr Brennan Donaldson and Henton.
Wellington hosts the MCC as play starts amid rain damage. Holmes the MCC captain is dismissed for 104. MCC batters struggle, their seventh wicket falls with 129 on the board.
A public meeting in Albury decides to launch the Netherlands Monster Carnival to raise funds for Albury District Hospital maintenance. Building extensions approved include an interim ward and new nurses’ block with a cost near 210,000, funded locally.
South Australia wins by an innings in the Sheffield match at Adelaide as New South Wales falter. Badcouk Parker White Bradman and Wall reach notable scores while Cooper Ward and O'Connell star for the bowling, sealing the innings victory after NSW struggles on the first and second innings.
Victoria and Queensland failed to start the match as rain kept the ground unplayable for over two hours. Queensland’s Allen top scored with a dashing century, while Victoria’s bowlers shared early wickets in a tense early innings.
Melbourne Commercial Motor Users Association reports anger at the Victorian Ministry backed Transport Board cancellation of Riverina licences and broader motor transport policy. President P Cox says a government monopoly will cost thousands of jobs and ignores public wishes, amid debate on car ownership and rural needs.
At the annual meeting in Sydney on Thursday the motion to retain the Intermediate certificate examination split opinion. Supporters argued the exam taught children to pursue a clear objective over three years and set a definite standard, while opponents questioned its value and cost. The motion passed 51 to 44.
Report from Brisbane notes a fatal jump from a moving car during a trip to Toowoomba. Three male friends, including a relative, were aboard when one, believing danger was imminent, leaped from the speeding vehicle. Patricia Collins died. Mona Anderson sustained minor injuries.
The 1941 air pageant at Sines raised £248 presented by Dr. Weaver president of the Pageant Committee. Officials indicated about 4,000 people attended the Thursday night event aiding the Junee Ambulance funds.
Shipping strike disrupts coal transport between New Castle and Sydney with most vessels laid up after today. Only the Blrehgrove Park remains in operation with a volunteer crew while Hooddart Parker and Co plan to send the West Australia to Hobart with volunteers next week. Central Strike Committee of the Seamen's Union faces financial and solidarity challenges as other unions withhold support.
Owners refuse conference with the Australian Stee slip Owners Federation and ACTU officials on the shipping dispute explaining unpreparedness to discuss. The ACTU secretary Mr. Crofts laments the precipitous move and calls for a union meeting to assess the owners' stance. Federal Attorney General Mr. Menagies notes vacancies opened by strikers are limited.
A severe thunderstorm across the Brisbane metropolitan area yesterday caused fatalities and widespread damage. Lightning struck a home in Moray Melg, killing George Rosenman and injuring Mrs Simpson. The storm toppled trees, damaged multiple residences, demolished a wooden Belmont church, and lifted four houses from their foundations.
The Ambulance Art Union sets a New Year Eve draw at the Ambulance Station. Tickets cost sixpence, with special six for 2d. Tickets may be bought locally or sent by post with a stamped addressed envelope.
Judge Casimir Wotnarski died at his home in South Yarra today after months of illness. The report notes his long service and local impact as a jurist.
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