05 May 1939
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Newspaper
West Wyalong Advocate
Location
West Wyalong, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 05, 1939
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text describes an important notice mentioning Potter items, stamps, and local names. The readable portions reference dates and places such as Tuesday the 4th and a range hand gesture, but details are unclear. The main action appears to warn residents about a scheduled event or collection related to stamps and local goods.
An afternoon tennis outing at MU AC Audiews Courts unfolds with players including McTead and others in a lively, casual match. Social gathering at Wadley house follows with friends discussing plans and interests, amid a noisy but friendly setting and some personal conversations about future hopes.
A HY WIRE dispatch from Sydney reports a jury verdict guilty in the Hammeremin Bridge explosion case. Defendants Eros, 22, and another defendant, 22, are named among those implicated, with legal proceedings continuing for related charges.
Dorothy Vallance aged 10, daughter of Mr and Mrs Vallance of Eileen Vale, injured when a car crash occurred while returning from a school event on Wednesday afternoon. She was taken to hospital with a severe head injury but expected to recover fully.
London reports the Prime Minister Mr Gham Berlain told the House of Commons there is no basis for claims Britain seeks to encircle Germany. He asserted Britain supports reciprocal assurances and rejected the accusation.
Fragmentary article notes activity of the Caganle Club with players Wallace Mir Vo Algle Keith Stitwel Mew KO Chenmsait and Vickers Min A Situs Berton Old proverb cited. It mentions an impending secretary vacancy in the Ongarie Tennis Club and forthcoming elections.
The article reports on the E J Pilon trophy golf competition held Sunday with Mrs EGE Pile of Brey as organizer. Competitors included notable players from Cuba Newla and Anwo with visitors and local observers watching regulation play on the course.
The Polish Consul General M Noskowski told national radio listeners that Poland will defend the country to the last man. He claimed Poland values freedom and independence and will resist aggression, asserting eventual triumph of democracy in Europe.
A group nine West Wyalong side led by Bobby Nevin and Frank Templeman will face Group Eight in a Sunday rugby league game at West Wyatong. Teams list many players including Farrar, Templeman, Young, and Monaghan with Monahan to referee. Final preparations and a meeting set for Thursday aim to ready for the big clash.
Fragmentary report notes changes in parliamentary addresses linked to royal figures. Mentions Maharaja styled figures and official proceedings, with unclear references to individuals such as Canis and Stuveheare, and a ceremonial context surrounding a royal event.
A Chungking message claims Japanese heavy bombing hit the city area causing about 1,060 casualties. Among them 70 were killed on a ferry boat according to the report.
Report details a public safety incident involving S. MacMahon and A. Vickers Shute with references to SAU Worry Cd Saige Miva and various unnamed participants. The fragmentary text lists multiple individuals and improvised notes, indicating an internal club safety event or incident with unclear outcomes or actions.
A chaotic spoof centers on a comedian traveling from New York to Egypt in a comic chase plot. The film stars Lloyd and a host of supporting players in a mix of drama and musical interludes with news reel segments.
Sydney report notes a measure by the Legislative Assembly to regulate street trading by youths under a set age. Officials aim to curb exploitation and improve welfare provisions while outlining penalties for violations.
Disrupted lines describe British expulsions and reprisals prompting residents to leave German areas by May. The Daily Telegraph notes British authorities routing actions, with Berlin and Teesside references and protests tied to wartime measures.
A Broken Hill report says Alfred Staker, 50, was killed in a mine collapse while his son Frederick Staker sustained injuries. The two were working as laborers at the Fine Corporsting mine when the earth fell without warning.
Wool sales details list various lots and bidders with prices and weights. Mentions vendors and buyers including McLenild, Actuidale, and Wrn stork among others with wethers and ewes in the sale. Also notes market competition from York Frans Germany and Daly with assorted fleece classes.
A series of community notices advertises dances church events and social gatherings. Details include dates in May and June, venues near Atta Pack Meas and West Wralon, with organizers such as Mroc K Hill and Wheatley. Umpire applications are invited by the Northern Riverina Football Association, and sales and auctions are noted by local firms including Alex Nix and Hulgety & Co.
Fragmented OCR text lists dates and activities for a town notice. It mentions massaged headlines about a meeting, a schedule, and a form of public notice with unclear place names and persons connected to a civic event. The readable items reference May and auditions with incomplete details.
Big week ahead as groups prepare for a grand football encounter. Attendees will enjoy a close view of players from start to finish, with an emphasis on the year’s top talents. Don’t miss this opportunity to see a major game up close.
Obituary notes the death of F F Mille, a funeral conductor based in West Wye. Services were arranged by Mille’s contacts listed as phones 20 and 14, touching on local legacy and community ties.
A lentil tournament hosted by Mrs McGee in aid of the hospital raised funds and featured a lively afternoon. Awards went to Mrs Grayatou and Wes Lum in the main event. Miss Mitchell and Miss Ubetenee won the second division. Trophies were presented by Mr Jo Nodevote and the barigon Calf, with prizes for Miss Gard and Mr JAC Plen. thanks were extended to organizers Mrs Field Mrs Gardiner Brown Curogor Cafe and others for the setup and trophies.
A late correction notes that the names of the ladies who conducted the Red Cross stall on Saturday are missing from the original list published in yesterday’s edition. The paper regrets the omission and will publish the full roster in a forthcoming issue.
A five mile road race will be held at West Wyalong on Sunday starting at 10 am. The starting point is Edwards' Garage.
Sunday hockey clash pits Barmedman against Wet Wyalong with a listed squad including A Sola N Maddep N J Eberley T McDermott Ledge I Lodge E Green P Nay joy A Great and others. The event appears on a Sunday list at Tormedman with teams set to contest in a local league fixture.
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