05 Jan 1937
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Newspaper
West Wyalong Advocate
Location
West Wyalong, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 05, 1937
Page
1
Voting telegrams and messages from world leaders flood the Vatican as Pope is reported under strain but prospects of recovery are kept hopeful. The Vatican confirms a slight operation but stresses fortitude and ongoing prayers from visitors and officials. The Italian and French leaders convey sympathy and wishes for a swift return to health.
Christmas sales and hotel activity drive a busy season as stores recount strong demand on New Year’s Eve. Merchants report steady operations, with expectations for continued business into the new year.
Fragmented notes recount a harvest period woes and weather delays. Mentions tallied scores of grain yields, workers and names such as J. Norele and M. Goodwin, with tallys of scores, individual tasks, and retirement notices amid a brisk, diary like ledger of farm activity.
A rough cargo steamer named Blackhill, flying the Union Jack, was pursued for seven miles by four insurgent trawlers and fired upon with sixteen shots. It was halted by the German cruiser Rownhers and searched. five more persons were held.
An Italian agreement reached on Saturday pledges to respect each other’s religions in the Mediterranean and to ease tensions aimed at consolidating friendly relations among the signatory nations.
Fragmentary report notes discussion of secret ballots and voting procedures amid recent elections. Mentions concerns over secrecy, party dominance, and calls for reforms under ministerial guidance.
Melbourne cabled report says Merle Ross aged 8, a maid for Dr Mire A Salter in Ballarat, Victoria, was shot dead late at night in a lane near her workplace. Two bullets hit her head and a third her left breast, another struck a hand. A man and a female friend accompanied her into the lane and authorities pursue a man as suspect.
A brown gelding with small white marks on the rear is impounded by Bland Shire Council at Weat Wyalang on December 7 1938. The owner is warned to reclaim at once or face public auction at the pound on Thursday January 7. Sum due as of June 14. Poundkeeper Wik A Wilder notes misdelivery of water by the paths manager and requests prompt recovery.
Two youngsters aged three and an accompanying older child drowned at the Darling River near Cuthern during New Year’s Day swimming with adults. They reportedly ventured into deep water while playing near the riverbank.
Sydney reports a fatal accident at Natit Park where 17 year old William Biehnell, a Concord Sydney Scout patrol leader, was struck by a falling bough while swinging from a branch at the Centenary Carnival. He died instantly.
Lost horse described as a black mare named Xman Eve with a white chest and four blue toes. Reward offered by Post OMfee Hotel. Finder urged to return the horse to the stables. finder may be prosecuted for withholding.
Former Wyalong Crown Landa Agent and Clerk of Petty Sessions Mr Frank Brae, recently transferred to Coonamble, died after a fall from a balcony on Sunday. He left a widow and five children, two daughters placed in the Coonamble convent, and his eldest son serving in the army. He had long served the district and was a well known public figure.
West Wyalong teams dominated Day One matches at the Country Week Tennis Tournament in Sydney. In the first division West Wyalong squads defeated Bundella and others with scores including 6 5, while Stuitforth and Baker posted wins for West Wyalong over opponents. In the second division West Wyalong beat Sambury by four games as Pett and Adams led.
During Christmas and New Year holidays West Wyalong police report the town was quiet and orderly with the exception of one defendant who appeared before the Court on an in custody charge. There were no other court proceedings.
A partial and garbled report describes an escape incident with scattered names and place hints. The text mentions a possible scene near Sydney and references a trawler or maritime context, but many terms are unreadable. Authorities have not released a clear description of persons or outcomes.
A garbled report describes a fire at an unidentified location involving multiple responders. One firefighter sustained injuries while others evacuated civilians and secured the scene as authorities investigate the cause and timeline.
A 49 year old woman from a Waggan area is missing and suspected drowned in the Murrumbidgee River after an incident near a Wagita bathing area. Police and search teams have scoured the riverbank with fruitless results and no conclusive evidence has been found to confirm her fate.
A brisk meeting at New Year’s, featuring multiple divisions and top performers. Bets on Master Johnnie, Trick & Hetting, and Monica May highlighted a day of close finishes, long runs, and notable times across novice hurdles and handicap events.
A grain market analysis from an agricultural expert outlines tensions in wheat pricing amid pending December auctions. The report notes potential price swings as analysts forecast supply shifts and farm demand, with traders watching the Federal Reserve stance and regional harvest progress for clues.
A garbled Australia domestic notice describes West Wyalong and Melborne individuals, with mentions of Mel honefit mentees, a New Feesubeunl, and a Royal College of Surgeons fellow, plus a Queensland contact and Manly visitors. It notes a funeral conductor EB. Milla and teething powders popular in 1/8 box.
A fragmentary local column notes upcoming gatherings at Mr Be Abo and Vari venues on Wednesday February 24. It references residents Sydney and Walter and mentions dining and beds in a sparse social context. The legible items show informal, brief notices of events.
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