28 Jan 1938
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Newspaper
West Wyalong Advocate
Location
West Wyalong, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 28, 1938
Page
1
Local report outlines that two boys were arrested amid a stash of money and jewellery. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate an inquiry into theft or sharing proceeds. Authorities, including officers, reviewed the situation and possible accomplices.
Special film service at Ungarie Theatre and Methodist Church function on Monday January 20 at 7.00 pm with a fee. Notices warn about admission and point to five areas including Riverina Mission.
A brown cane farmer named George Davis was found hanging from a tree by rope, smeared with feathers and molasses, about four miles from Gardaheve. He reportedly heard his name called before leaving home to answer a telephone demand, then was attacked by two men and left tied with a crude device described in the report.
A Balmain resident alleges descent from Australian figure Yeh Bolt and links to a long historical line. The claim references a sequence of names and events across generations, including ties to Mull and Ryde, with mentions of a postulated Beadmaster role and a coastal lineage.
A fragmented report describes a bridge swept away by a severe ice jam. The text mentions locations near Niagara and a steel wreck near a central point, with references to authorities or workers assessing damage and slowdowns in traffic or freight. Names and exact places are unclear due to garbled OCR.
Crowds thronged Sydney streets for Australia's 150th birthday pageant. A vast morning procession drew near a million onlookers in brilliant weather. Officials, dignitaries, and spectators witnessed reenactments of Phillip's Landing and nationhood with vivid, colorful displays and extended street scenes across the city.
Milby defeated Ungarie Wanderer with a convincing win at Uyyearie on Sunday. Redlegs suffered a 10 to 9 loss as Milby produced strong forward play and key scoring from Milby players. The game featured standout performances from Milby and notable defensive efforts by both sides in a tight contest.
Fragmented OCR text references Sydney wool sales, various names, and scattered geographic hints. The legible parts mention Winthremutie, Corsi Mika, Velie, Aaron, and Lynd. The overall item resembles a garbled historical notice or market snippet with no coherent event or date.
Wanitenn led by Jim Hermiston batted soundly for Clearwide with Walter Mallwell and Rupert Wear also contributing. Clearwide bowlers Lester Went and Rea West shone, while Wambo’s Dave Gorton led the visitors with modest scoring as the hosts posted a 48 to 41 win.
The Department of Education released a list of teacher transfers this week. Names include N. Bihourn shifting to Regulus and T. Kavanagh moving to Kusbalong Watt, with several others such as J. Benham, T. Lamb, A. Majone, W. Whaley, O. Stanton, E. Gillam, and A. Quizley reassigned across districts including Went Wyalone Arm Qitate and Drumm Oye.
Wheat was quoted to city traders at 3/8 and dust in the atmosphere noted with thin, unclear lines from transmitted data. The brief item records a price point amid scattered OCR legibility issues.
An upcoming greyhound racing event is set for Ungarie on Monday night. A full programme has been arranged with the rest race scheduled to start at 8 pm.
Rio Garden presents a three day event next Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday February 1 2 and 3 featuring procession and landing viewings with parade shots and related visuals.
A locals sports note reports a Sunday match between Juniors and Sentors at Wet Wyaldne. The event is presented by Hy Hnsoveth with participants J. OTeien, Fan, M- Quilty, S nmin, Rutter, Wester, and others including L. Comper and Kearny Peroine.
The readable text lists subjects such as Cupid History geography and German, with references to Mount Carmel College and public schools in Wyangle. It mentions teachers or students by initials and partial names, alongside scattered dates like 10 June and 12. The garbled OCR yields many unrelated strings, but the fragment hints at a variably spaced catalog of courses, student names, and institutions across a regional education record.
A Sydney demonstration near Paddington Town Hall drew a large crowd and required police protection as participants clashed over a political issue. The scene grew tense with officers pushing back crowds and maintaining order while speakers addressed the gathering.
The following team will represent Half Holiday Chepy Saturday vet at Mater Waine Cura will depart the Post Office at 1.90 sharp. Principal members listed include TF Alvaander G Orotimam K dohneton Lloyd DB Mertaga XN Mowe McGregor Stott 1h Scott P Trew and Wellington.
A fragmentary report notes a protective measure or rite titled Protection from the Wintae Winds, connected to Bowrin’s domain. Names and places are uncertain but the piece hints at a local or mythic protection practice amid uncertain text.
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