13 Mar 1947
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Newspaper
West Wyalong Advocate
Location
West Wyalong, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 13, 1947
Page
1
Sixty nominations are listed for a Saturday trotting event. The document records names and entries despite corrupted text, noting efforts to confirm arrangements and ensure proper listing. Strong entities include the event, Saturday, and mentions of participants, with other lines indicating processing and verification.
Dick Harrison Baaman of BD is described as the Bradman of bale erter, praised for his precision and long run of tallying wins. The piece notes his victory in key events, lists rivals, and emphasizes his influence on the sport and community.
A young standout player has accepted a role with the West Wyalong club to act as player and mentor ahead of Torine’s coming campaign. The announcement marks a key staffing move for the club as it builds its roster for the season.
Local chatter suggests a proposed tennis fee plan for the Albany market district, with officials likely to set an action date in the near future. The uncertain schedule mirrors ongoing talks among city authorities and vendors.
In a fragmented notice a town seeks help as a mentally distressed man known as Mr Cooper is discussed. The plea mentions Rent and a potential move to a place named Cay Novral Bld while indicating a rescue or aid effort. The report references Gunner Heitibs and a tentative plan involving a Knit Tor and a stall.
Local page reports a Far West Children’s Health Drive fundraiser at Ganon Wyalehalant Bat on a Friday night with coordination by Mr WOH Giguer and honorary officials. The event included committee members and donors including Dolly Line Sloan Gillard and Mr Appleton, raising support for the scheme amid county town concerns.
In Sydney a London report says four boys from Standon Farm Approved School were found guilty of murdering Assistant Master William Peter Fieldhouse. The jury’s verdict leads to sentencing details, with accompanying action noted. Nearby residents from various towns and metropolitan figures were visiting.
Fragmentary OCR text references indictments, a trial or proceeding, names such as Hunter Mey and Ringel, and mentions police and a property dispute. Details are garbled with many unreadable segments, but imply a legal matter with alleged setting and found items near a location.
In a murky report, Shannon and Attley are described as set to clash in a milery event linked to a fraternity scene. The text hints at July involvement, betting rates, and possible streaming or betting implications, with unclear names and places.
Postponement notice for the club social explains the event originally set for March 12 has been moved to March 39 at the Sotatory Yooma Want Weaton venue.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Alleena and Shaenana in a rare 3 far event at Blomebynh with a 1470 belo omer pT run. Mentions Altenea appearing 8 Shred mekeny to 2 average BOi9 and a K. McDonald. Allenna fingered euckven in 41/4 hour at Wlaetdune.
A fragmentary dispatch from Aucuneten Paraguay describes a military confrontation where forces repelled, then broke apart, amid civil war tensions near Ganceplinn. The garbled text mentions infantry units and a narrow victory or pause, signaling ongoing unrest without clear casualty or outcome details.
A report notes petrol stock shortages amid disruptions and contractor activity across the district. Officials and company agents faced questions about distribution and depot stocks while a formal inquiry moves forward.
Telegrams from Went Wyalong report ongoing discussions on mining and agriculture policy. Negotiations reference a proposed bounty of 61 shillings per acre, drawn from late government recommendations, with no final decision agreed.
President Truman presses Congress for aid to Greece and Turkey, warning that aid is vital to prevent communist influence. He urges swift action and outlines military and civilian support plans, arguing the decision affects the Western alliance and global stability.
Lutheran church announcements list Sunday services at Kilkalla and Wes thelt for March 16 with locations and times.
Fragmented OCR text detailing a personal notice from West Wyalong and Sydney figures about a wedding and social engagements. Mentions Mr and Mrs EG Munn of Carcoar, Parkes, and Ray Dalton. references to Clyde Lamb, G Butler of Golden Blrwh, and Mrs Pattie with children. Includes travel to Sydney and Wyong, a company representative, and military service notes with limited legible names and places.
A deputation to Senator Ashley reported a shortage of petrol and kerosene. The meeting noted the Wheat Board treasurer and travel representatives urged the industry to respond, while a rural official from Benwich Avbley relayed the federal government's stance and awaited replies.
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