15 May 1936
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Newspaper
West Wyalong Advocate
Location
West Wyalong, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 15, 1936
Page
1
Reported auction and stall details from a district stock event with vendors and prices. Names such as Fid and Buddigower appear with item counts and monetary values. The fragmentary text notes various entries including suckers and wines with uncertain spellings and misread terms.
A fragmented OCR note references Dolores Del Rio and Hollywood figures, mentioning actors, producers, and production details. The text lists names such as Warren, Dubay, Weibel, and Call You My wig banned, with scattered phrases about film production and branding. No coherent event is clear.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a meeting of the Harari sah and police activity in Sydney Tobin state. It mentions poisoned items and a count of 1810 with references to women and a war enclave. Result unclear due to garbled text but indicates a public safety incident and ongoing investigation.
In London a ceremony honored Sir Isaac Isaacs with a formal address from the Governor General. Attending were notable figures including Vice Admiral and Lady Inayes, with emphasis on imperial relations and the ceremonial duties of the British Parliament.
Mrs Townsend and Mrs Ledden win the W W Tennis Club ladies doubles tournament. Team lineups include Mrs Townsear and Mrs Ledden, with other members listed for upcoming matches and club representation at Foshes on Suma Tor.
Sydney reports Edwin Hickey was hanged at Long Bay on Thursday afternoon. Witnesses described the proceedings as orderly while clergy and prison officials noted his calm during the execution. The condemned man appeared composed and spoke briefly as the sentence carried out.
An escapee from the local gym is at large after forcing a fence and slipping away around dusk. Police say the man was last seen near a building site while investigators review a prior entry and court appearance. Strong regional names and dates are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Fragmentary notes mention Mollisow and Mollison with a Cape flight bound for England and a forthcoming arrival. References to Sydney, Croydon, and Sunday times appear, but details are incoherent and data incomplete.
In a rainy scene at the Aberdair extended yard, 75 year old Aunee Pasamore of Cesenack was struck by coal wagons while gathering coal. She died shortly after the accident, as bystanders and authorities investigated the perilous conditions of the loading area.
A garbled market report notes strong competition among wool buyers with bids ranging from 308 to BML. Names, dates, and amounts appear distorted but indicate active trading and varied purchaser interest across several firms and regions.
A chaotic cabaret tragedy in Sydney results in four dead and nine injured as a gunman opens fire. Eyewitnesses report a chaotic scene with people fleeing, and authorities work to secure the venue and identify victims.
Thompson Brothers refused to comment regarding a recent event in Sydney. A messenger relayed they were traveling by boat to an unidentified destination. The report is fragmented with unclear names and dates, but notes a 14 Molliare reference and a distant meeting.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a dated clash or political event in Abyssinia with unclear names and places. The brief references include a declaration of conquest and mentions of water routes or coastal strategy, but many terms are garbled and uncertain.
Fragmentary OCR text provides no coherent event, names, dates, or places to form a factual summary. The readable segments mention Burgooney and a mix of unrelated terms, offering no verifiable details for a proper card.
A local accident report lists excessive speed as a major factor in a fatal collision near a country road. Police confirmed four people died and several injured as emergency crews attended the scene.
A fragmented report on the West Wyalong Show committee meeting outlines routine arrangements. It names members including the president Mr D. W. Pave, secretary, and various attendees, plus notes on prize money, sponsors, judge appointments, and show dates, with references to local agricultural societies and a planned event schedule. The document preserves names and positions but contains garbled text and OCR errors.
The notice lists Aloe Edgerton as welder of several tasks, inviting participation in a local event. It references The Telit and CANE ME work, offering an opportunity at a date around 1296 with a listed address for inquiries.
A plan claims extensive improvements to store premises in Min Street Went There is outline for a 36 by 114 feet extension between the premises and Lee’s. The project includes roofed factory space, enhanced lighting and ventilation, brick walls and updated ventilation systems. Estimated cost around £400.
A wine filled event at West Wynstone Wednesday saw Duff win the Associates Competition with a strong stroke play showing. Miles Jomphe reported the scores and notable performances included 40s by Jordan and others, while Sydney Commercial House faced another trophy matchup and planned next steps.
The message asks friends and relatives to accept thanks for their support and tokens of sympathy after the passing of Daniel Donovan. It requests readers to regard the notice and mentions a time or event for memorials.
An announcement lists G E Browe Aivcomy Tay Consultant offering services with timings from May 19 to May 26. It mentions tax experts and various associated terms, with references to attendees and locations, and a market-style notice for consulting services.
The miller Ot Holaine hosts the annual show ball at the Memorist TaN om SaLseray Meat. A show committee meeting was held with subcommittees appointed to witness the next meeting and discuss various subjects for the ladies.
A terse note discusses genuine Hunter River Lucerne seed samples with non gluten content and mentions matching quality at Grainger Falkiner Ltd and Auctionesis. Mentions Klapleton Eete Roast in fragmented form.
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