27 Jan 1949
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Newspaper
West Wyalong Advocate
Location
West Wyalong, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 27, 1949
Page
1
A Sydney report notes the New South Wales government will seek a joint power agreement with the Federal Government. The plan includes allocating funds toward a major power project and envisages ratification by the New South Wales Parliament.
Percival Chadler, 47, of Inborve appears in Bugera Court accused of starting a grass fire. Witnesses testified he ignited dry brush and left the blaze to burn unattended. The case centered on allegedly negligent actions that led to property risk and required extinguishing efforts.
A historical notice lists student names and schools including West Wyalong Intermed High School and multiple regional institutions. It records exam outcomes across several attendees such as J Mackenzie and Marys Convent School, detailing participants from diverse towns and central campuses.
A garbled local item notes events at a New Gwatta Pind near Kalgoorlin Awe, with mentions of Sinor Goat promoters and Dave hoon. It references breaking bread and ongoing activity, and hints at a new 20 tong of brath Larue being broken out for Bie Whattory.
A Newcastle message reports Lloyd Ja Beach of Panama ran 100 yards in 9.4 seconds to set an Australian record though some confusion remains about recognition and timing. The report notes the feat amid other details from the meeting and local commentary.
Efficient farming techniques led Measts W. J. Foster and Ambrose Bolte of West Wyalong to take both wheat and oats titles at the West Wyalong Show. The duo swept the two major competitions organized by the West Wyalong Show Committee, underscoring skilled methods in local agriculture.
Ambiguous OCR fragment discusses committee members including Mr Anthrown Mailerton and Mr Holt with possible references to a September meeting and a March lottery or notice. Mentions wheat competition, farmers proving veins, and a vote or election among committees. Names and dates are uncertain due to garbled text.
Sportsmen will meet tonight at the Wast Wratong Memorial Hospital appeal committee meeting. The secretary Mr tra Lyneht requests numbers of the committee to be present. A carnival may be organized at Wont Wyalong in March.
Report from Merriwagga notes robust wool prices with buyers showing strong demand. Local producers, including Mrs HW, anticipate favorable returns as sales proceed this week, supported by market confidence and steady bids.
In Sydney a fourteen year old boy died at Royal North Shore Hospital after being bitten on the big toe by a funnel web spider. Crickmore from Laine Cave reportedly tried to remove the spider with a boot, but the bite proved fatal despite medical efforts.
Bowls club will enforce its dress code this week judging by instructions to the match committees not to accept any player wearing improper attire. Saturday and Sunday play saw protests over cream or light clothing, but officials say only those in correct clothes will be allowed on the green at the venue.
Weethalle youths achieved high marks across algebra mathematics and other subjects. Notable names include Norman Bates and Mira W. Huttedige from Waray, with achievements in algebra and math. Roy Neill of Weettake secured a notable fourth place in a Bt Patrick's Godyne event, while an electric cabinet skewing machine was purchased by owner for protection.
Readable figures show Rupoltew values for porkers and baconers at the Sydney fair. Prime heavy baconers fetched around £10 10s per hundred, lighter stock near £10 0s, with prime porkers at £6 10s and other grades lower.
District Wool At Sydney Isle a report from Moasra Goldebrough Mort & C. Ltd. notes an outstanding auction item secured Monday. The entry mentions exit superfiow and a sale tied to Emu Plalig Boats with names Caldwell Quandiatla Whyte Wout Wyalove and Robinwen among others.
A garbled London atoll report cites a former commander in Berlin and an NSW government insurance office prize for greatest business area. The piece mentions L. E. C. Luff and a CPA section contest amid disrupted text about a Bavist Communist Party, wartime policy, and 1845 1941 era references.
Record wool price set in Sydney as Australian buyers paid 171d per unit for Merino wool. Previous peak was 1604 at Geslong in July. Report notes rapid rise and strong demand across the market.
A Canberra report notes the Federal government plans to ramp up imports and fumigation to combat a rabbit plague at an estimated cost up to 400,000 per year. The wartime appeal urges stronger measures against rabbit infestations in Vietnam era plans.
Transport, kit, and singalry duties are arranged for the Wert Woalong contingent. ANF and John Ralpeeminen will lead the club as they depart Saturday night at 315 pm for the Cootamundra meet.
The Victorian Liberal Party faces a debate at today’s State Parliamentary Liberal Party meeting over the government party relationship and potential reconciliation efforts. Party members weigh internal rifts and strategy for the upcoming period.
The document outlines prizes totaling £2,350 for architects with payments and cheques to multiple parties. It mentions winners for Annis Rowse and Reco, a third prize and subsequent transfers to individuals, with scattered names and unclear terms.
Local sports notes list Saturday competition entries and a forthcoming edge match near Neaghérn. The table shows teams Muddin Stone Todd J Clarke Eirk and others competing, with lineups including Gendn Gousttie Vortpy Wynlove and several players each.
Conquerors head to Buddigower for a day trip with West Buddigower ox Bin. Abe Tollowsfis to Lamont joins for a March event. Local names include HHA A. ual, J. ely, Ke Wolates Kane, Be Conus, Tesetts Kemp, TrmnoHNT Heaven.
An emaciated, fragmented report notes W. Kullmas arriving with Qhake Constallette and three others as part of a group heading to the Pueble Conference in New Zealand amid famine reports in Java.
Fragmented report lists multiple grade level competitions and race outcomes. Names such as Velpur, Colgan, Me Kuige, Hopkine, Joti Sud, and Hosea appear with varied scores like 24/29 and 49/8. The text also mentions champions, matches against teams, and assorted place names and officials in a chaotic OCR page.
The text outlines plans for a new Anzac House with Aniet Wilcom Dethbdieth and Andiac Hoga te Mydear involved in drawing a working plan. WWII timing delays demand funds before construction begins, with Ken Botsen mentioned and a quoted cost of £400,000. The government reportedly approved £100,000 toward the project.
In a chilly pool a limited field competes in junior and other races. Townend and Tankard led early in breaststroke and free events while officials noted a few disqualifications for breaks. Poor weather and cold water forced probable delays and cautious schedules for the remainder of the program.
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