Death at 95 closes British life of Wyalong pioneer
Obituary outlines the long life of a Wyalong resident born in Britain who migrated to the Australian plains. It details family ties, early hardships on settlement, and the community’s respect as relatives gathered at the funeral. The piece notes her wartime memories, sewing skills, and the care shown by siblings and children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wyalong Pionee
Palestine
Gre Gurey
Peter Haig
Iriel
Joe Louis Retires From World Title Defense in New York
Joe Louis ends his world heavyweight title run after a decision in New York this week. The veteran champion concludes with a clarified victory and a notable career milestone as observers mark his retirement after the eleventh round.
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Dor Low
New York
Ho Kraeker
Dee Willeeet
Postponed meeting of the United Ree Club committee
A disrupted notice states the Committee pnipement of the United ree Club scheduled for tomorrow at Tressayy Tithe is postponed. The contist paned on servant of the Choureh of Rneland Ball. Cyenittes meeting will de fide Momisey.
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United Ree Club
Rneland
Cyenittes
Momisey
Western Powers Winning Battle in the Mark in Germany
Sydney reports from London that Western Powers in Germany are decisively winning the battle of the mark. The Times Berlin correspondent notes shortages and disruptions in the zones, with Allied air and ground action shaping the currency and supply situation as high command voices caution about postwar recovery.
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Germany
London
Berlin
Times
Togo Johnstone Wins Grand Prix France Victory
Paris reports Australian jockey Togo Johnstone added the Grand Prix France to his season triumphs on English and French tracks. The event followed earlier successes despite a rainy spell, with Johnstone’s performance highlighted among his major race wins this year.
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Paris
Togo Johnstone
France
Court Debate Sparks Odd Firelight Moment
An unusual court scene featured a speaker claiming a plan to burn a bag to thwart a cure, while a lawyer and two police officers observed a tire’s bright glow. The exchange resembled a theatrical boast as participants debated the absurdity of the claim.
Death of a Young Woman At Turramurra
An attractive 20s woman Alice Hrohman died after hospital treatment in Horneby Hospital. Police report her distressed state followed reading a newspaper account of her father’s case. Her caretaker Mrs Vere Jackson said the girl showed agitation after the report, and the inquest noted a troubling incident involving a chicken.
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Turramurra
Marishene Court
Alice Hrohman
Horneby Hospital
Vere Jackson
Winfop Hockey Club Scores Narrow Victory
In a tense match the Winfop Hockey Club edged its opponents at West Wratane by a slim margin. Vera Teel starred with strong play while Young Toa West Wyman Ven contributed notable efforts in a game featuring solid teamwork and defense.
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Sear
Hriliiat Gow
Vera Teel
Aipteio
Engbbed
West Wratane Docker
Labe Te Teat
West Wyman Ven Enh
Spaul and Smith Shine in West Wyasalomg Stroke Round Golf
Spaul and Smith delivered strong scores in Saturday afternons 18 holes stroke event at West Wyasalomg Golf Club Beoreg with several players posting solid rounds. Sunday afternoon featured match play with notable results as Lambowrn beat Mengies, Spence defeated Terry, Fraeer beat Bo tilts ho, Cooper edged Louden, and Elbourne downed Gch ert 2 up.
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Spaul
Frank Seutin
Firmit
West Wyasalomg Golf Club
Beoreg
Spal
PO Smith
Fan i
Steplensan
Sonden
Ut L. Cooper
EK Isicup
Wee
Elbourne
H Stevenson
Eetpilly
Aliert
Emmet
Matehe
Ole Dandicaps
Fallowe
W. Lambowrn
Be Mengies
J.P Spence
Terry
J. Fraeer
Bo Tilts
D. A. Gagie
J Douglin
Spence
Cameron
Cooper
HOM Louden
Ung
Whyte
Ine
Ldeya
Beth
Gchert
Fo Smith
FO Sharrack
Ut Stevenson
T Th Stevenson
M. Cuery
Fro Hieber
New Look for Weethalle Show Ground in 1948
Weethalle Show Ground has taken a new look with improvements for the 1948 show in August. The committee with forty members worked on pig and sheep pens, sheep yards, draft talling roses, and clearing thistle near horse yards, yet eight weeks remain to complete the plan. Mr. L. J. Regan supplied posts and rails for the project.
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Weethalle Show Ground
Weethalle Showground
Unismum Inn
Crin
Stuart
L. J. Regan
Transport Driver Fined Five Pounds for Carrying Goods
Raymond Herbert O'Brien of Adelaide was fined £5 by Mr Finlay at the West Wya tong Court of Petty Ses alorm for carrying goods without the necessary permit. A Transport officer noted the driver would pay tax on arrival in Sydney, with about four days later paying £20 tax at the Sydney transport office.
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Raymond Herbert O'Brien
Adelaide
Finlay
Weat Wyatong
Sydney Cvp
Lees Han
Hay
Wilwinken
Sydney
O'Teion
Sednes Transport
Music Club and Dramatic Club Formed at Intermediate High
All interested persons who wish to join either the Music Club or the Dramatic Club are invited to confer with the headmaster of the Intermediate High School. A meeting will be held to organize both groups and coordinate activities. Contact the school by phone to register and learn meeting times.
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Ao Muxten
Mothers Killed Leave 20 Children in Wake of Crash
Melbourne reports two women were killed when struck by a car while walking along a South Warrnambool road. The victims, aged 2 and their companions, left about twenty children behind as relatives and authorities handle the tragedy. The injured were taken to hospital with unknown charges or conditions as the driver remained at the scene.
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Melbourne
South Warrnambool
Bid For Kalms Speirs Cup at Cowra Tennis Meet
Wyalong Tennis Club plans a strong team to Cowra near Sun day to compete for the Kalms Speirs Cup. Details indicate a 2 poll start time with the club president Me Hop SheGoe set to meet officials and announce outcomes.
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Wyalong
Cowra
Phlivers
Wreley
Whey
Tbh
Me Hop SheGoe
Will Eet
Ory Veeer Gervek
Cheryl Ib Gene
NSW Minister disagrees with Victorian wheat proposal
NSW Minister Mr Graham challenges Victorian plan to tax wheat exports, arguing it raises bread costs and hurts growers. He warns a 1/ per bushel export levy could exceed stabilisation fund needs, while a 2 per bushel domestic levy may hamper price stability if the international wheat agreement falters.
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Graham
Victoria
Commonwealth
Araham
Diratvaort
Brudenell Wins Kendall Cup Five Mile Race
Brudenell known as Broke Duck led the five mile race and Kendall Cup, beating Tel Hieh, with Bill Branton third, earning 10 points. Prem Hitchens and Stan ton also scored, while Wally Green posted fastest time of 14 minutes 25 seconds at 1% mina 22? The club praised Kendall and Branton for course leadership. A five mile road race is planned for Saturday with handicaps listed for participants.
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Brudenell
Brudenel
Tel Hiehend
Falfa-Wheel
Bill Branton
Prem Hitchens
Stanton
Hrudenell
Kin Sieeran
Wally Green
Sorman Kendall
Michael Branten
Pioneer John Zacher Rites Held at Barmedman
John Charles Zacher died at Wyalong District Hospital, aged about 50, a pioneer of the Barmedman district. Born Nuriootpa SA, he moved to NSW, farmed near Barmedman then Hellarci, renowned for kindness, knowledge and farming success. Survived by wife, daughter Mrs O Hayter of Leeton, and sons Arthur Herbert and Fiden of Temora. Funeral at St John’s Church of England, Barmedman, with burial in Barmerman Cemetery. Floral tributes from local groups noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Charles Zacher
Wyalong
Barmedman
Nuriootpa
Angus Mark
South Australia
Me Zacher
New South Wales
Milberidand
Zacher
Thurbes Hall
Duck Creek
Hellarci
Meighs
Wcher
Varkee
Ool
Racher
Nik
St John's Chorel
England
Trangrey Hall
Barmerman Cemetery
Church of England
Bellarw Country Women's Association
Parents and Citheen Association
MH. Winckler
Hanes of
Mersrs Ryadil
G. Beeytieram
Weet Wyalong
Tee Mes Zacher
Mra O. Hayter
Leeton
Arthur
Herbert
Fidens
Telharn
CWA Meeting Scheduled at Hall This Friday Afternoon
A note states Wert Wealong Mimmeh of the tCniuive VWoren's Association will hold a meeting at the CWA Hall on Friday afternoon. The item invites members to attend and discuss union affairs.
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tCniuive Vworen's Association
CWA
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