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West Wyalong Advocate

Location

West Wyalong, New South Wales, Australia

Date

May 10, 1951

Page

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Lighter Gift for West Wyalong Hotelkeeper Farewell

Victor Wagg of the Rover Hotel West Wyalong was honoured at a Rugby League Club farewell. Lionel Dean absent president D Wiltshire presented a silver cigarette lighter and combination as thanks for Wagg’s keen support. Wagg said he was selling his business for health reasons and to take an extended vacation, enjoying his association with the club.

Victor Wagg Rover Hotel West Wyalong Lionel Dean D. Wiltshire Wage Dean Wolves Varg Ciub

Rugby League Committee Members Struck Off Roll

Several committee members of the West Wynong Rugby League club had their seats declared vacant by the Committee of Management for missing required numbers of meetings. The men, along with others, were elected at the annual general meeting but had not functioned as committee members.

West Wynong Rowby Hig Nic

Plough Causes Telephone Outage Near Post Office

A plough pulled by a tractor damaged two telephone cables opposite the Post Office, cutting service to several Ungaffe subscribers for days. Workmen from Laie Cargelligo arrived and repaired the fault after about two days.

Cprom Laie Cargelligo

Tennis Starters Named for Sunday Matches at Town and Heapton

West Wralong Town Tennis Club posts two Sunday fixtures with Mildil at Town Courts and a Heapton Court match led by Captain L. Lamot. Listed players include Wilds crew and Hampton Cowrk entrants J Staniforth, W Keane, G Dutt, B Godber, N Todd, and others in a dense amateur lineup.

West Wralong Town Lenny Otches Mildil Bean Heapton Court Wild F Kams B Ludlow L. Lamot Capi D Jets J. Spaul AL Boneham M. R Robson M. Edwards Mesdames M. Edwards L. T. Fealy W. Withers M. Halliday Mise PD. Stuble Mrs. Lewis Hampton Cowrk G. Adlereapur Bo Todd FB. Townsend W. Keane N. Todd G. Dutt FP. Menzies J. Menzies Mesdamee B Townsend L. McKinnon Grellmar W Keane J. Staniforth B. Godber

Council approves subsidy for Barmedman Institute

Bland Shire Council approves a subsidy request by the Barmedman Institute. The council plans financial support from the Local Improvement Fund of about £12 and related funds. President Dr A B Holland stated subsidies of this nature are usually approved.

Bland Shire Barmedman Literary Institute Alin Shire Hanemard A. 7. B. Holland

Farmers and Settlers ask graveling for West Wyalong area

A local Farmers and Settlers Association branch asked Stand Shire Council to gravel West Wyalong to Bellard Road and Wyrra Lane. The request, presented at a council meeting, was referred to Engineer C H Martin for investigation.

West Wyalong Stand Shire West Wyaslong Bellard Wyrra Iga Tee C. H. Martin

Diphtheria Campaign in Broad Shire Council 1952

The Broad Shire Council West Wyalone discussed a diphtheria immunization drive for 1952 in response to a suggestion from the Country Women’s Association and an allied public health campaign. The council considered adopting the initiative as a civic health measure.

Broad Shire Council West Wyalone Winbie Lo Vou Liegarie Braneth Women's Association

Will Fight Hard to Hold Maher Cup

West Wyalong officials praise the club after a Grenfell victory and announce the team to defend the Maher Cup. Reg Broad and John Moncrief replace Norton and D. Field. fullback McGrath and others listed as key players. A large crowd is expected for the ensuing cup defense.

David Wiltshire Joe Lyons Grenfell Lyons Chub Tev West Wyalong Weet Wyalong Reg Beau McGrath Threequarters C. Ratcliffe Peter Nicholson K. Broad Co

West Wyalong Advocate Agents Directory Fragment

Fragmentary listing from West Wyalong Advocate shows agent names and locations including Fallowlza Newenments and towns like Lake Cargelligo and Tullibigeal. Names such as C J Shell and R. Maybury appear with scattered regional references, reflecting an old newspaper classifieds section.

West Wyalong West Wyeloge Newengener Wyallong Taylor's Bekery Ungarie R. Linardos Burgher Hilder Barmedman C. J. Shell Weethalle L. Nell Tallimba Hugh Maybury Descteg

Wool prices steady as strong bidding supports market

Sydney buyers held gains in Australian wool sales as Vaners Weal prices remained firm. Strong bidding by Austra- Vanmille curtailed a further drop while best wools echoed Melbourne levels. Lambs wool and crotchings stayed near Tuesday values despite minor shifts. Market support kept optimism intact amid uncertain tones.

Sydney Austra- Vanmille Geelong Melbourne

Group Nine Results From Yesterday’s Camper Matches

Scores show Temora J defeating Tumut 24 to 17 while Grenfell 4 defeated Harton. Tavmvedanan 41 beat Galluligal T and Goorawa lost to Cuovumiun dra 42 with unclear results for several other pairings.

Goorawa Cuovumiundra Grenfell Harton i

Boorowa Footballer Loses Arm After Car Accident

Well known Boorowa footballer E. Corcoran lost his right arm in a motor crash on Saturday night. The accident severed the limb, and a fund drive at the Boorowa football ground on Sunday raised over £10 for the injured player.

Boorowa E. Corcoran Hmb Kyter Othe Boorowa Foothayl

Will Hold Talks On Miners Wage Award Protests

A contested miners wage award sparks planned talks tonight as the Coal Tribunal's ruling stands, miners begin stoppages and protests across February and March. The Federation pressed for a review of straight overtime pay and urged central council alignment on actions.

Coal Tribunel Gallagers Gallagher Idrois Willisons Miners’ Federation Tentral Aone Federijun

Shire President to discuss housing problem with officers

West Wyalong and Bland Shire areas face housing concerns. Mr Dowg Dickson, MAA, sent report to the meeting. President Holland will discuss the matter with departmental officers when attending the Shires Association meeting in Sydney in June.

West Wyalong Barmndman Bland Shire Aclenethyetter Dowg Dickson MAA Bannard

Rugby League Working Squad Assemble for Major Cup Prep

Members of the West Wya wong Rugby League Football Council and associated supporters are called to meet at the Recreation Ground this Saturday to assist in preparations for a forthcoming Major Cup game.

West Wya Wong Cini Ue Recreation Aan

No More Money for West Wyalong Jubilee Celebration

West Wyalong Bland Shire Council faces budget limits with no further funds for the Commonwealth Jubilee celebrations. Councillor and town organisations backed a recent carnival amid funding constraints.

West Wyalong Department of Loc Bland Shire Respect Counsell

District Wool Market Notes At West Wyalong Sale

District wool dealings noted around West Wyalong with agents Moucriel Son and Wyee and Sons among participants. References to firms Macconaire Letsu Mekenzie and others show a busy local trade with quotes and classifications in a period auction setting.

Yraaul M.A. Co Syines Mackonaie West Wyalong Moucriel & Son Letsu Michaison Wrest Wyalong Wyee & Sons West Wralong

National Gallery Exhibition Proposal for Traveling Show

The National Art Gallery seeks to arrange a traveling exhibition at West War Cornell pending approval from the Shire Council. A council decision and formal arrangement are awaited to authorize the building’s use for the exhibit.

National Art Gallery Yrugt Sidmey Wralg Book Shire Council West Waar Cornell Amr Alertion

Relief in Sight for Grazier at Lake Cowal Road

After years of waiting and multiple requests, R. J. Hammond of Lake Cowal seeks a road to his property. He renewed the appeal to Bland Shire Council, West Wyalong, for the road from Lake Cowal shling near West Wyalong to his land. Shire Clerk Renard will inform Hammond of Engineer Martial’s plan to construct the road at an early date.

R. J. Hammond Lake Cowal Hammond Bland Shire West Wyalong Lake Cowal Shling West Wralong EL Renard Hawminousha Martial

Blackout Rotary Club to Elect Officers Next Twelve Months

The West Wyilons Rotary Club plans its annual meeting to elect officers for the coming year. Voting will occur on Tuneday, with postholders taking office at a later stage of the term. The slate includes officers to lead the club for the next twelve months.

Rotary Club West Wyilons

Rugby League Results from Central Riverina Round

Results from the Central Riverina Rugby League last weekend show Yenda beating Baretian 11 to 0 and Weethulla defeating Andiethun 42 to 2. Tulliligeal and Ungarie drew, while Euahalong defeated Kikolre 5 to 5.

Eames Yenda Baretian Weethulla Andiethun Tulliligeal Ungarie Euahalong Kikolre

Tallimba RSL to Discuss Annual Bill Arrangements

Talisha branch of the Tallimba RSL will hold a Saturday meeting to consider arrangements connected with the annual bill. The gathering aims to organize next steps and confirm plans with attending members.

Talisha RSL

West Wyalong Rules Team Draws Bye In Weekend Match

The Australian football clubs West Wyalong Rules Team and Wre Wealhis faced byes this Saturday at Arioh Park as the lompetition schedule proceeds with no game for the teams.

West Wyalong Rules Wre Wealhis Australian Rates Arioh Park Association

Reserve Grade Team Selected for Harden Match

Weel Wyalong Rugby League Reserve Grade will represent the club at Harden on Sunday. Selection from D McGrath O Bristol G McGregor W McGrath F Turner N Jets N Groudh P Farrell H Lemon W Gunn F Fuller G Seadell K OConnor M Nott A Broest J Broad W Fee. The cup team meets Thursday at 4 pm, leaving for Harden at 8:10 am Sunday.

Weel Wyalong Rugby League Harden Folosing D. McGrath O- Bristol G. NcGregor W. McGrath F. Turner N. Jets N. Groudh P. Farrell H. Lemon W. Gunn F. Fuller G. Seadell K. O'Connor M. Nott A. Broest J. Broad W. Fee

Siire Council Thanked for Hep in West Wyalong

The Housing Commission of NOS.W. thanked Gignd Suke Council West Wyalong for cooperation with Ungurie Progress Association to secure building contracts. The Commission faces difficulty locating contractors to build houses in West Wyalong and Vagarle due to limited local capacity.

Housing Commission Nos.w. Hae Gignd Suke Council West Wyalong Ungurie Progress Association Vagarle

Shires Association Seeks Information On Property Values VAT

The Shires Association requests data on property values and estimated value loss from a retarding exertion tax. Shire Clerk Mr E G Ruwnardy will supply the figures.

Shires Association Shires Awotieliigh Wittta E G Ruwnardy Sumtipa Tur

Loss Claims To Minister Over Blackouts Interfere with Industry

The council protests blackouts caused by the electricity commission of NBW arguing they disrupt industry and trouble households. The minister for warke and local government is the subject of the claim, with the note referencing a letter from the electricity commission.

Warke Tolt Ty Ulan Shore Couneil Waost Wralonk Electricity Commission of NBW Couneil

Jubilee Holiday Sparks Nationwide Celebration in Australia

Huge crowds marked Jubilee Day across Australia as a public holiday. The report notes fifty years since the event, mentions the first Parliament and lists a few enduring figures, though text is garbled about ages and names.

Sydney Australia W. M. Hughes Maur Orleo Geate Powrwee Mir Kine Mulley

Ex Camel Driver Leaves £31,000 Wealth Behind

Old Sultan Mahmood, 75, who lived in Western Australia after leaving his camel-driving days, amassed substantial property around Perth. He died in the Punjab, with his estate to be shared between his brother in Punjab and Mrs Ola Bean of South Perth.

Sultan Mahmood Ligelelor Wis Western Australia Punjab Tidia Mahmoud Wilutw Perth Wilina Hisestuce Tyle Ola Bean Soul

Protest Against Land Resumption by Graziers Group

A protest by the N and W Graziers Association opposes land resumption and a soldier settlement scheme. They aim to push the government to resign or change the proposed policies and insist on maintaining current property values.

N.&.w. Graziers Ansorin

Ungarie Birthday Dinner Hosts Honor Mr Ranald Schmidt

Guests over 109 attended a St. Joseph's Hall dinner in Ungarie to celebrate Mr Ranald Schmidt's twenty first birthday. Host H Z Schmidt introduced speakers and the event featured toasts, music, and dancing until the early hours. Mrs C G McGregor praised the Church of England Ladies Guild for the menu.

St. Joseph's Hall Ungarie Ranald Schmidt H. Z. Schmidt Hans Schmidt Ungarie Postal Etait Thay Lampard Sehmidt W. J. Hesearel L. Miller T. Sehmidt CG. McGregor Ungarte Schmitt

Health Inspector Resigns After Review Result in Skepticism

Mr Kie Dann, Nealty Inspector, evaluated the Blind Shire Cownesd area near West Wyalong for 19 months. Mr Dung proposed a site study at Stroud on the North Cows. Mr Byn’s relentation was cheered at a Blind Shire Council meeting.

Kie Dann Blind Shire West Wyalong Stroud Byn Coauci

Railway Tank at Weethalle Inches Toward Water Supply

Rt B D Dickson MLA advised Gomnetet ingles have not completed work on the Thullwaw Tank at Weethalle. Council 14 supports the project as part of plans to provide a water supply to Weethale.

B.D. Dickson Gomnetet Ingles Ue Bratelet Weethalle Council 14 Weethale

Ungarie Names New Coroner Mr R J Murrells

Mr R J Murrells of Ungarie has been sworn in as coroner for Ungarie and district at the request of the Chief Justice of the NSW Supreme Court. Ungarie Show Society secretary AP Herbert Hives administered the oath. Murrells stands as a candidate for election to join the local council in the region.

R. J. Murrells Gorener Ungarie Supreme Court of Nsw AP Herbert Hives, JP Mureetis Mel Muereds Magazin Smit Weel Clevaner Cee Inelmiing Wigeriv Murrells Unearie Show Society Ofr Diand Shine Council

Mallee Plains Club Opens Rugby League Season With Win

Mallee Plaine Rugby League Football Club started strong in Central Riverina competition. Assistant Secretary John Marshall cited a businesslike victory over Tallimba. The team, led by coach and players including Ferten Lonergan and E Sersh, will travel to Andertan next Sunday with a 12 noon kickoff.

Mallee Plaine Rugby League Central Riverina Football Association John Marshall Tallimba Marshall C. Iielards Hiaad Vettin A. Taylor M. Heeridae Brion Bik Ferten A. Lonergan E. Sersh Tranepark Archeraun Wil Seave Wyealong Prat Gilitee Matel Wills Tallimba Boh Pettit West Wratong Housden Tak Timha Neferes Ran Woods West Wralong

Shire Clerk Faces Expanded Duties Reported by Secretary

A lengthy report from the Secretary of the Shire Association indicates increased duties for Grand Shire Clerk Mr. E. E. Bannard and staff. The document outlines responses to council priorities including regional councils development, Melbourne Convention provisions, road weight regulations, migrant housing subsidies, and traffic and news controls.

W. Shires E. E. Bannard Pouiiard Bine Amd Wniversant Crown Tell Tts West Wralong Meetoodnbile Mir Lismore Melbourne Sydney Newerstie

Snack for Maher Cup Team Planned by Ladies Auxiliary

Weet Wyatong Maher Cup team will be entertained by the Ladies Auxiliary on Saturday at 6 p.m. The Auxiliary president Mrs. W Navin says they will serve a jugerraun officials' dinner at the C.W.LA Hall. Mrs Len Pinney, and other Aux tore members have organized a public dance at the CWA Hall after the meal. They will also provide refreshments at the Recreation Ground on Saturday.

Weet Wyatong Maher

Shire Officials to Meet Air Minister in Melbourne

Shire President and Bland Shire Council leader Gr T B Holland will discuss the West Wyalong aerodrome with Melbourne based Minister for Air. Hugh Robertson MP signals readiness for land use talks with county council.

Shire T. B. Holland Bland Shire Air Melbourne West Wyalong Hugh Roberton M.flil Arminge Halland

Fly to Cowra Diary Dooglaes Airliner Booking

Travel note indicates flight to Cowra with Dooglaes Os Airliner for a Wheath Tapartant Latin Day. Bent Lith May booked at Scott's.

Bent Scott’s

Ambulances to Attend Weekly Football Games

West Wyalong will host mobile medical support for weekly football matches with 180 modern ambulance wagons under supervision of a permanent ambulance officer. Volunteers with first aid training will assist. one car and officer to remain at West Wyalong, others to respond to incidents across the Shire as needed.

West Wyalong Barmedman A. YB. Holland West Wralong Council Tong Weat Wyner

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