17 Mar 1939
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Newspaper
West Wyalong Advocate
Location
West Wyalong, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 17, 1939
Page
1
A puzzling, fragmentary report hints at a hiring event and mayoral influence. Names and places are obscured by OCR errors, but the piece references local officials and a controversial process affecting jobs and community plans. Further readable details remain unclear.
Fragmentary OCR text lists several cricket teams and possible players or locations, but is largely unreadable. It mentions byes and lineups with scattered names such as ELL Tet Eemlurs and Fo Keatui, suggesting a historical sports note about teams, players, and schedules.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a cricket association meeting note with garbled names and dates, unclear location, and unrecognizable participants. The readable bits suggest scheduling or a procedural record, but essential details like precise names, places, and outcomes are missing or corrupted.
G P Evans Englert and Wootten act as attorneys at Wyalong for the main attempt. Commissioner Tor Athiovite for Feh Telephone Weal Wyalong 24.
Fragmentary OCR shows Juke Willian Parker Sele, proprietor of Court Street Wey, with faint references to Oregon or Wales state matter. Sparse place names suggest a legal notice or business listing linked to a textile or print works. Further readable details are unavailable in the fragment.
An OCR fragment describes a euchre party at a local venue in Jarra OWA with mentions of cards, players, and playful mischief. It references neighbors and a social gathering, noting rhythmic chatter and a casual evening atmosphere. The text is heavily garbled but centers on a social card game night.
A terse notice outlines actions by the Ambulance Transport Committee, noting committee members and planned steps. The fragment mentions meetings, proposed policies, and coordination with local health services, with emphasis on transport efficiency and patient safety. The readable text lists names and roles connected to the committee and hints at timelines for upcoming decisions.
A fragmented farm report notes early maturing large white boars at Tilabang Stud with several sows and piglets. The text mentions moderate prices, daily feeding, and genetic details, but the wording is garbled and some names are unreadable.
The text describes a long air journey of about 2000 miles ending in Sydney after a period of difficulty and delays. It mentions the pilot arriving by air, with references to Perth, Melbourne, and a whirlwind of travel details. Names and exact dates are unclear due to garbled OCR. The piece notes arrival at Hoek on a Saturday and the handover at Sydney the following day.
A Sydney report relays a Berlin message that Prague is fully occupied with Hitler in residence at the Hradcany Palace. General Blascowits is named to oversee Bohemia as curfew and continued public life are ordered. London notes a Commons debate on aid suspensions to Czechoslovakia and cancelling a British trade delegation trip to Berlin.
A Brisbane report says Federal Parliamentary Secretary for Industry Mr Lawson will resign in sympathy with Meg Menzies. The cabinet condition regarding water supply remains unsettled as no clear action is stated and discussions continue.
Premier Stevens opens the AAP Youth Movement Convention noting a recent slackening in industrial and commercial activity. He warns it does not signal a new downturn but a temporary deceleration in the momentum that carried the country through the past five years.
The death of Mr John Willie Waddell ADL of Waverley occurred last night after a brief illness. He was a member of the local association and aged seven years. He will be remembered for his work in public life and community service.
Canberra allies report the Federal Government may appoint a formal Commission to investigate conditions in the potato industry. The wire notes government interest and potential inquiry scope.
Condobolin Pastures Protection Board issues a formal notification detailing hearings and procedural steps. The secretary, identified as Graham, outlines contact points and dates for attendees amid unclear text and fragmented phrases.
A damaged notice warns that anyone trespassing on the Alderadyde property risks being sued for damages. It names David Weir as the owner and outlines potential legal action for any unpermitted entry or disruption.
A Catholic Club mock trial to be held next Wednesday features Rev Father Consell of Grenfell as guest of honor. Judge Kelly will read the case and the jury of 12 will deliberate. A train will transport attendees from Grentel for the event.
Frank Hopwood, promoter of the Harden Express and former owner of the Young Witness, died Saturday after a stroke at Harden-Murratburrah Hospital. Aged 33, he was a NSW Country Press Association executive, survived by his wife and three sons, three sisters, and one brother. He began in Young and worked through Bur Rangong, then shared a printing business before taking over the Harden Express. Private secretary to the Minister for Lands, he was highly regarded in journalism circles.
Wallace Beer's Port of Seven Seas screens Friday and Saturday at the Tivoli Theatre. The film follows Cesar in Marseilles adapting Marcel Pagnol's play Faouy about love, family, and fate with Frank Morgan Maureen O'Sullivan John Beal Jessie Ralph. Also features Night of 1 with Huddy Hagers Tune Cloyde Popeye the Suitor and the serial Whit West Days.
A garbled report from the shire president outlines actions at Hallacdly and mentions bikes and local infrastructure. The readable fragments reference leadership, potential projects, and community focus without clear outcomes or dates.
Warden grants permission for entry to prospect and bore on lands around West Wyalong for Roy Motusha and O Sullivan. Court adjourns to April for further actions. Compensation set at 2/6 per bore and 6d per acre with water dam/ drainage restrictions noted.
Residents express alarm after several serious fires in Vegerie Tallimba Weethatle Tullibigea and Girrwl causing thousands in damage. Detectives cannot determine origin while a coroner’s open verdicts keep the cases mysterious as commemoration plans stir local concern.
An advertisement from Australian Feather Mills of Glebe Sydney promotes feathers and down for pillows quilts and bedding. It claims everlasting quality and cheaper pricing compared with Kepok, inviting readers to request samples.
The report records health officer remarks on appointments and duties. It notes recommendations to patrol West Wynlane and Wyalong, discuss treatment works and cleaning orders, and mentions building a small house for a horse stall. It covers repairs to poles, contracting for carting electric poles, and office furniture updates.
Ungarie Crusaders held a sparsely attended meeting on Thursday night due to unfavorable weather. Mr Lamb and Mr Tolline were elected a port holders to serve, and Mr and Mrs Hamilton were welcomed back from holiday with a social evening featuring a salad bowl and gifts.
Fortnightly stock sales at Weeb Wyalong and monthly horse sales at Weat Wyalong listed with office and box details. Ridley Co. appears in wires.
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