08 Jul 1946
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Newspaper
West Wyalong Advocate
Location
West Wyalong, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 08, 1946
Page
1
A Wednesday week program in Canberra Hall features Variety on Parade with a real cast from West Wyalone. Proceeds support returning soldiers. The revue is billed as the best professional show yet in West Wynthur.
A disordered clipping reports a Friday RSL meeting in Sydney with references to committees, dates, and locations. The text mentions a postponed session and discussions of Zionist Palestine events, but the fragmentary wording obscures clear details.
A fragmented report from Weel Wyalong describes a drawn game between Green and West Wyatong reserves. Key figures include Jim Stontant and EAN Lawrence, with mentions of handling, kicking, and ball movement. The text is garbled but indicates a close, evenly matched contest observed yesterday.
Irregular rainfall in the Milby district threatens crop outcomes with some cages potentially yielding fair yields while others face total failure. An annotated note from Abby regrets the missed timing, noting continuing effects on feed and winter planning amid uncertain prospects.
Mr J S Gale long head of the Stock Department at New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency Co Ltd is promoted to lead the Melbourne branch and oversee all country offices. His appointment strengthens ties with Riverina and western stock owners. Gale has built a record of organizing ability and enthusiasm since joining Brother College Waverley in 19. He began livestock management in 1846 and has since driven notable progress in country sales and stock series development.
Fragmented OCR text references Johnston Brothers, military service, and postwar life. Mentions include Trent, Verona, Army, TA ALF, and names like Kier and Trermey. Details are unclear. main idea centers on the brothers’ return from service and civilian status.
An unusual radio Sunday school program outlines a Haiti themed event with musical and teaching segments. Names like Pal and Vie CUO appear in a fragmented listing, hinting at a series or schedule with various speakers and special guests.
In a mixed doubles final held yesterday at West Wya tennis club, Mra Th Glennon and Adele defeated opponents by 17 arts to 10. The match featured strong serving and strategic play from both sides, with notable rallies shaping the late stages.
Former Minister to Moaraw J Miajoney MLC declares the Communist Party aims to destroy liberties and workers' power. He asserts international influence from Moscow directs Australian communists, warning it endangers the working class and signals danger unseen before.
An appeal notes that every bit of food sent to Europe and China aids starving populations. It cites UN RELA Commander Jackson and Lipector, stressing Europe and the Far East face a hard winter, with the aim to ward off general starvation though pockets remain severely affected.
Windbreaks provide substantial moisture conservation by reducing evaporation. In experimental trials, evapotranspiration decreased by about 4 to 10 percent under protective windbreaks, with narrow belts offering significant protection along field margins and soil moisture retention improving crop viability.
A muddled draft outlines a Highland gathering with a long list of activities and entertainers. It mentions a dinner, a performance with bagpipes, and various acts while hinting at a schedule and crowd energy. Key names appear garbled, but the scene suggests a traditional community celebration with music and feasting.
In Bombay the All-India Congress Committee votes to ratify the cabinet mission long term proposal for India while respecting interim measures. The decision follows approval of the British Cabinet Mission plan.
Fragmentary report notes disturbances at Gibraltar involving Australian forces with mentions of Vietnam and the army minister Mr Spender. The night saw claims of untarnished reputations and hints of further details to come, though the text is incomplete.
Mr TY. KRearning secretary of the Travellers' Queen Committee announced a major golf event in the Hospital War Memorial Queen Competition. Dates include August 19 for a staff dance and August 27 for the guessing competition at West Wyadong. July 8 features Meagher's staff dance at Wyalong with events planned on August 3 and September 1.
Weat Wyalong Golf Club saw record entries in weekend Stableford events. Stennett led with a strong 18 hole score amid a crowded field, while Quilty and E G Brown captured the foursomes with a net 41.
Cun battles Inturnas as Woods promotes a peppermint cure in a quirky local-page item. The brief highlights a promotional claim and the involvement of a healer or vendor.
Mr Joseph Stingon of West Wyalong, inmate of the district hospital for two weeks, is making a satisfactory recovery. Miss Gwenneth Dodd of Cngurir plans to visit South Australia then Melbourne. Able Seaman Des McCann of Sydney, five years in the Royal Australian Navy, visits his sister and brother at West Wyalong. Rev Robert Tanglas, acting rector, has been absent for services. Rev FL Larter is recovering in hospital and expected back in West Wyalong soon. Gordon Woods, formerly West Wyalong station master, in Sydney on railway procedure course. Woods transferred to the Inquiry detective branch. Jenny Woods and their mother stay at Wilga Plains. Woods is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Woods.
Intertown Billiards and Snooker match at West Wyalong Pastime Club Thursday night drew strong attendance despite wet weather. West Wyalong edged Intertown 5 to 4 with wins in billiards and snooker and a supper served by the club.
In a parsed and garbled report, officials discuss arbitration in Australia and its role in industrial disputes. The Premier asserts the government will honor arbitration to maintain industrial peace, while critics question the efficacy of talking platitudes on arbitration and dispute resolution.
A telegram from Major Chanter, MLA, indicates a 324000 grant to public hospitals. Premier and Treasurer McKell announced annual support to enable public hospital aid, with details to be provided this year.
Three farmers faced a federal case in Sydney last week for selling wheat privately in breach of the National Wheat Acquisition regulations. The defendants Leslie Earnestallan Holmayeed Alfred Fleynolda and Marinos Murfiakos appeared with police following reports of wheat loaded for sale outside official channels. The court, presided by Mr Atkin Buu, imposed fines on the group.
Harold Linen, a well known Ardlethan resident, collapsed and died on his farm Saturday evening while returning from milking a cow. He left a wife and three sons, and was aged years. The funeral was at Ardlethan cemetery Sunday afternoon after service at the local church.
A Jubilee celebration features a motor vehicle cavalcade through London on the 27th of Liles month. About 400 vehicles representing years from 1896 to 1948 parade, telecast nationwide, then all cars on display in Regents Park for public viewing.
A preliminary announcement in Wednesday's issue notes the West Wyalong Show Ball will be held in Manoly Hall on Friday. Mr H W Andrews of Hom is listed as a committee member and the sequence of the ball is outlined by the committee.
The Winnie number 42 awarded in the wood competition. Tom Wuswell distributed the prize to the 2WO Social Clit with support from the Anti appeal organized by Mrs Wy theavers of Wyalong.
The Advocate quotes a telegram from Messie Golde Wrench, Mart & Co. Ltd. Sydney, noting a sale of 144 crossbred wethers on account at OW alter. The line was described as excellent, averaging around 60/4, with strong demand expected from Collahreagh Moeit ami Wo. Lod. and buyers in private market.
In a women’s golf event at the club, Mrs G Monaghan led with a 69 while Mrs Gellert scored 74, securing the medal round trophy donated by Miss Jo Aberine. Other notable players included Mrs Butter, Mrs Hewlet, and Mrs Farrar as the field prepared for upcoming qualifying and club championships.
A staff dance event raised funds for the Hospital War Memorial Fund and the Royal Alexandra Memorial. Music by Marie Sloane and Freel Butcher accompanied by a good supper. Organising secretaries Mo Innes and others coordinated the affair.
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