26 May 1936
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Newspaper
West Wyalong Advocate
Location
West Wyalong, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 26, 1936
Page
1
Fragmentary notice discusses gold buying and authority in a district. Mentions Lithia Rokl and old gold, with unclear references to authorities and lawyers. Readers are left with questions about who has power to procure or regulate gold purchases in the district.
The meeting of the Wear Wyhynne associations will be held in The Memioriat Plath on Tuesday. Officers and members are requested to attend as scheduled to discuss depart WHE Lee and related remedeed Poe thie uel Gum waitloes.
An OCR fragment markets Pinkettes as a laxative weight loss product amid garbled text. It touts appetite suppression and liver cleansing claims linked to dieting and war-time urgency, urging readers to buy Pinkettes to “keep you well.” The ad uses unclear references and sensational health promises without credible scientific support.
West Wyalong rugby suffered a dust choked defeat to a strong Gendich Murrell outfit from near Young on Sunday. The match saw several injuries including a severe mouth wound to Jack Stoneham of Wyalong after ambulance treatment he returned to the fray. The visitors led at halftime with a five point margin, while West Wyalong rallied in the second half but could not overturn the deficit as penalties and strong defense kept them at bay.
Due to weed at the Masonic Hall there is no Old-Time Dance on Thursday night. Dancing will resume Saturday night at the Cowalth to support Miss Metty Young in the Hospital Queen competition.
The article reports the death of O'Hara in a Monday incident involving Wiemann Pat Hara and others. It notes Hart, born in New Fea Lon, aged 30, as owner of property linked to the event and mentions associates from Dubbo and Bundy Erwin as witnesses or acquaintances present at the scene.
A Rome cable reports General Graziani, Deputy Viceroy of Abyssinia, announced that about half a million Italian troops will stay in East Africa for now. The move ends hopes for rapid family reunions as further leave is restricted to brief furloughs so soldiers can marry or bring wives home.
Four men vanished when a 16 foot launch sank near Broken Bay on Saturday. They were found on Lion Island over the weekend, soaked and exhausted but generally well. They described a severe storm and stated they were starving and near death if not rescued.
Fragmentary obituary notice mentions Huddy Tavera and a procession led by a newspaper proprietor. Names and details are unclear but indicate a death and related homage in a Chaiee area with local figures. Further readable facts include possible affiliations with the Oramee Advacaite.
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The Rev. D. P. Macdonald of Fermaneat Mowmnan Presbyterian Church argued that British claims to superiority were unfounded and blasphemous. He warned empire worship was a dangerous illusion masking selfishness and division, urging humility over national creed.
A message from Adelaide pledges at a peace meeting that Miss Prewe, formerly Secretary of YoWoGA Wye, urged all women not to wear bold military fashions and cautioned parents not to give children military toys, calling these subtle propaganda tools.
A garbled report describes Tiveli Theme competition led by Dan Pylon at Weer Wyalong with plans for a late June contest. It mentions a fatal incident near a Meteres For the benefit of those involved and notes attendees and the chance for new entrants to join.
A garbled OCR style note references Temora Diggers and local names with unclear phrases and misread terms. The text mentions individuals or groups in a regional setting and hints at a civic or social context but provides no coherent events or dates.
The Rev. Wood Bernan Durie rector of Wynlong Parish is confined with bronchial illness. Mrs. Whalan of Billy's Lookout is admitted to Lewington's Private Hospital Lithite. A reception will be held at MEL Hall in Welnesley on 27th for Miss Gertie Manglesdorf and her upcoming marriage to Mr. A Rennie of Mild.
A stove explosion gashed a Cronulla cottage after petrol was sprayed during a domestic incident. Mrs Stella Kennedy, Alex Kennedy, aged 17, and Mary Kennedy, aged 2, were critically injured. Frank Kennedy, 11, and others escaped as firefighters saved part of the home and battled the blaze.
Two escapees from a military facility surrendered quietly after being recaptured on May 14. Final reports say the suspects were found with improvised handcuff remnants and were taken into custody without incident.
We record the death of Misa Edna Mary Cameron aged 18 at Lena Private Hospital on Sunday following an operation. Daughter of Miritd Mire Cameron of Culcalrn and formerly West Wyalong she lived in the district most of her life and worked at Frown & Co’s refreshment rooms. Funeral held Monday at Wyalong Cemetery with Rev Father Ureen officiating. Survived by parents and several sisters and brothers.
Brooks' Shoe Emporium showcases an exceptionally mood line of new evening shoe designs including silver lace sandals, gold and silver T Bar styles, and the new toeleaf sandal bar among many others.
Secretary T Pollen of the Old Contemptibles Association urged British ex-servicemen in New South Wales to unite with Australian soldiers under a common flag. Hibbert of the Legion noted many ex-servicemen slept in the Domain before organizing. Major General Skelton praised the army’s role in educating youths for civil employment.
A charity movie dance to aid the Church of England new church fund will take place at the Masonic Hall on Tuesday June 9. Many attendees have signified intent to dress in fancy costume and repeats of a successful prior event are anticipated with participants portraying favorite movie actors.
E. Milla competes for Timber and Lime and Come Phants posting 20 and 16 points at the West Wyeleng event.
Mrs J J Duff won again in the Tal competition conducted by the Weel Wyalwig Association. It marked her fourth straight win with a reduced handicap. Several other players including Miss Farrar and Miss Sulimoth were noted in the results.
Former resident Mrs Nellie Piney and area champion from West Wyalong led by Mrs Dairy Scrivener and Mrs Chilly Windred to triumph in the Southern Tablelands Tennis Association intermediate division at Coota. Other Finney family players, including Mir Smith, also contested the event, defeating Mrs Wali Barkerton in a mid-season title match.
A community event at Bellarwi Hall on Tuesday features a variety of prizes for contestants in costume. Organizers Wen and Thusle have coordinated the schedule and activities for attendees.
West Wyalong hosts notable tennis results with the Kolme-Speirs Cup decided in favor of the association over Barmedman by 168 games to 16 sets 161 rubbers. Barmedman wins the Cattle-Cameron Cup from West Wyalong in a rubber match. Another association team defeats Bt Maree Club West Wyalong by 22 sets to 11.
A public meeting will start at 1 pm to receive nominations of candidates. Organized by CoM with Thomas as President H Jh Kalms as Honorary Secretary for the Farmers and Settlers Association.
Vague notice lists a parish event with unclear names and dates. The fragment mentions Chueheep Helo airfaeial teal and a measurial pelt, Ceased to Sburtaddany, suggesting a local church ball or tribute with muted details and uncertain participants.
A list item notes the roles of auctioneers stock and station valuers and general commission agents. The entry records their function in handling sales valuations and agency services within the commerce sector.
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