03 Jan 1930
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Newspaper
West Wyalong Advocate
Location
West Wyalong, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 03, 1930
Page
1
The members of the Gloon chasers Orchestra held a New Year Eve dance at the Masonic Hall with large attendance. Meals supplied by the full orchestra were up to standard. Mr. Clivs Pinney and Miss Madeline Goodwin won the fox trot.
Legal notice from G P Evans and Englert Attorneys with address on Main Street West Virginia Warns of official action or hearing and directs recipients to respond by specified deadline. Details readable in OCR fragment indicate court or agency matter requiring appearance or submission of documents.
Breach Offices list managers in Lake Cargelligo Forbes Condobolin and West Wyalong with monthly stock salons at Weethalle Tullibigeat and Lake Cargelligo. Sales conducted statewide through agents for Commonwealth Wool and Produce Co Ltd Sydney Mutual Life and Citizens Assurance Royal Sheep Pin and New Zealand Insurance Co.
Kilpatrick McLellan agents for Dalgety Wool and Stock and The United Insurance Co present a monthly stock bale sale at the Ghire Galevarde venue. Every fourth bale with tea and ca. Wogan Waeua.
The article notes Rev. C. A. White of Bowenfele has been elected State Moderator of the Presbyterian Church. It also lists local obituaries and various regional notices including postmaster James Ernest Cooper of Ariah Park, and printer George Wilder of Munwellbrook, with other biographical snippets and local events.
Queensland police authorities deny a report that bus yneg people at Mount Tea were assaulted and threatened by beer strikers. No corroboration offered and officials urge caution about unverified claims. The item cites Sydney as the dateline, with no confirmed incidents reported by the force.
A woman known as Vosseth Va Hee nenaee wale ue dT Lag Wee holiday nuupled daughter was found deceased yesterday about half a mile from Burge. Police reported the body discovered near a residential area. No official foul play details were released.
A London message reports Dorward, manager of the Lew Cinema in Palsley, arrested and charged with suspected homicide after a catastrophic event killed seventy children.
A Calcutta conference report notes delegates led by Srisivasa Lyengar of Madras and Subash Abbose of Bengal along with others walked out of the chamber protesting election methods. It states a new Congress party will be formed to pursue a more progressive policy including immediate civic obedience.
Sydney dispatch reports Chinese General writes to Prime Minister Scullin protesting what he calls recent attacks on Chinese nationals, especially in New South Wales. He urges Australian authorities to provide more adequate protection for Chinese people.
Safety men withdrawn from Northern mines as arbitration hearings proceed. Miners picketing likely across each mine. Cessnock Central Communities group criticized for not enforcing policy. Southern miners expected to join action next Monday amid ongoing disruption.
Sydney reports theft at a Waterfall store where three cash boxes disappeared containing £27. Two boxes were later recovered with £5 in pennies and £9 in other currency. Police are investigating.
A steamer arriving in Brisbane from the East reports an attack by Chinese pirates on the Halchang. The third officer was shot but the captain and others signalled three British warships, arriving to assist. Several pirates were killed and their vessel set on fire. the flames were extinguished.
Ada Sophia Polter, 75, was found yesterday huddled beneath her bedroom window in Lew sham. She apparently walked out of the window in her sleep and died several hours later.
In New South Wales last year a total of 2626 motor vehicles were stolen and dispersed across the region. With few exceptions all were recovered and returned to their owners, indicating a high rate of successful retrieval by authorities and owners alike.
Hoyt's Talkies coming to West Wy a theatre with Luca and Geers in a four night season from Monday January 4 to Friday January 17. The show uses 6000 K.C.A. equipment and is described as the best type yet introduced in Australia. Further details to follow in next week's issue.
The Riverina Mission December Quarterly Meeting has been postponed for a fortnight and rescheduled for Tuesday January 21 at 2.20 pm at Four Corners. Members of the Methodist Church are reminded that quarterly subscriptions are now due and should be handed to the collectors promptly.
Tenders are invited for the action of new shop front for Frank Afe Namara Sketch plan and specifications may be seen at the Pharmacy.
The local amusement tax adds one extra penny to all tickets at Rio Theatre starting next Monday. The change makes the price two shillings and one penny. Local officials say the adjustment follows the new state tax and applies to all shows.
A fragmented item notes Bian Uy tied to a Mecuerd wire incident. Unclear details due to damaged text, but mentions a score or figure of 7 for 297. Further context is unreadable in the snippet.
A nightwatchman at Camp Sie last night surprised two men attempting a break in a large cash and carry store. He held them until police arrived. no loss occurred as contents remained intact. Both suspects were taken into custody for further questioning.
Probate office returns reveal that estates left by testators in New South Wales last year totaled £26,890,000, indicating substantial wealth transfer within the jurisdiction. The figures reflect broad property, investments, and valuables passing to beneficiaries under colonial probate laws.
The upcoming test match features Australia and England in a crowded buildup with both sides claiming strong forms. Key players like Brogan Kingston and Jus ticee face selection doubts amid injury fears, while England ponders Jurgess’s inclusion after a recent sending off.
Wallder and Co announce their west Wyoming Portnieh sale at their yards. About 2650 sheep and 60 fat cattle will be offered with a fat stock sale to follow. The sale date is Saturday at 3 pm with a preliminary cattle offer and a second sale on January 15 at 2 pm. Miwara C K Walle dep Coo and HOO Dryden will attend.
The tiny friends of Mr. Victor Hyde of Wyalong learn he has been moved to Sydney Pays High School. Hyde, native of Wyalong, served three years at Wagga High School as Assistant Master. Before leaving Wagga he received several gifts from local clubs and groups, including a fountain pen deck chair and a travelling case, reflecting a string of recognitions.
The Pastures Protection Board requires land, large stock and sheep return filings by Friday the 10th. Forms are obtainable from Messia C. EB. Wallder and Co in West Wyalong.
Mr R J Love chairman will visit West Wyalong on Tuesday 21st March. He arrives from Lake Cargelligo at 1.52 pm and departs the next day by train to Temora. Hon Sec A W Badgery and the West Wyalong Chamber of Commerce look forward to meeting him. E Mills for Imported Timber Lime and Cement.
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