29 May 1934
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Newspaper
West Wyalong Advocate
Location
West Wyalong, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 29, 1934
Page
1
Tumut officials prepare to move the team to West Wyalong for a Maher Cup match against West Wyalong with players listed for positions. The away game on Wednesday follows a long road trip aimed at boosting form after recent heavy losses.
A cricket report from London notes Brilliant Brad Man starring in a game at Lorde against Middlesex. Hendren scores a hundred as Australia suffer two wickets and a heavy defeat.
Auction fragment reports a sale at Homebush with mention of lambs sheep and cattle, names appear garbled. Indicates a consignor group including Slacksmith and others, with lots sold around 22/7 and notes of quality changing from fair to better on some items.
West Wyalong hosts Monday sports at the Recreation Ground to raise funds for Boy Scouts to attend the Melbourne Centenary Jamboree. Local troops from Grenfell and nearby towns competed for the District Flag, with Canowindra taking first and West Wyalong second.
Police investigate violent attack after a man is severely injured at a Sydney event. The assailant used a hare trailer and a chains of actions left the trainer with serious wounds and hospital care. Authorities pursue suspects as witnesses provide limited details.
In the French Championships men's singles fourth round Crawford defeated Sloan 0 6 61 7 5 6 0 Menzel defeated McGrath 6 2 6 2 6 3 Perry defeated Hopman 6 2 6 3 6 0 Quist and Turnbull won the men's doubles 6 4 6 3 6 3 over Palmieri and S torie In the women's doubles first round Mrs Molesworth and Mins Hartigan defeated Sicheno and Pannetier 6 1 6 4.
The note reports Marys West Wyoming losing to Wyalome Club by 17 sets at a South locality match. The return match is scheduled to be played at West Weyolomy on Sunday.
In a opening round clash, Girral defeated Yadkin in Saturday textile venue. The scoreline and further details remain unclear, but the match marks a start in the competition with both teams showing effort and strategy.
Hes R Piper rues a public scandal as a politician warns of lax liquor laws. He cites society parties replacing afternoon tea with cocktail gatherings and notes teens found drunk at night events, saying such scenes threaten city standards.
Readable figures show Australia near seven million in population with 3 484 Males and 45 090 crime recorded for the year. The data appear in a Sydney bulletin noting end of March statistics and related demographics.
Dr Burgmatin HV MNEV and Vice Bishop of Gnulburn denounce modern business practices in a New Castle sermon. They warn that greed will force firms toward ruin unless workers unite and uphold ethical standards.
A reminter event at Costa's Hall in Wyalong proceeds go to a local charity. The bazaar is set for Wednesday with public notice inviting attendance and support for the beneficiary.
Unclear OCR text references two teams named Boomerangs and Combobelin in a scheduled event on Sunday. Names and details are garbled, but indicates a match or display by these teams on a Sunday.
Town residents plan a Weekly Old Time Hospital Dance at the Masonic Hall to raise funds for a new Ray Plant. Admission includes dancing from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. and a door donation will support the hospital project.
Leeton, last season’s premier, visits Weat Wyalong for the Gleeson Shield opener. Leeton fields a strong side with standout players including Snowy Elliott. Last year Leeton defeated Weat Wyalong, and locals aim to reverse the result on Sunday.
Charley Ryman aged 38 was severely burned when petrol sprayed from his meter car tank ignited. He leapt into a fish pond in his garden at Strathfield to try to extinguish the flames as his garage and vehicle were badly damaged before the fire brigade arrived.
Whimsical Ken and Emmett perform at the Melody Mumlers Dance Ballid held by the Church of Fre land on Monday Sun Eath King's Birthday. Visiting golfers attend the Masonic Hall event with supper and frost cup. Debutantes invited to register with the Rector for details.
Rev W F Parr of Newtown Congregational Church denounces endless taxation arguing it drains families from cradle to grave. He says political tax schemes drain bread, drink, clothes, housing and Industry, forcing communities toward upheaval and poverty. He warns executive taxation drives revolutions.
The listing promotes multiple films and stars including John Boles in Back Street with a highlighted voice performance. Other attractions include Spent out oy mation and The Worst Woman in Paris with Benlis Hume, plus The Counsels Opinion and more for a week at the local venue.
A weekly dance will be held at the Masonic Hall in Wret Wynlong next Thursday starting at 4 pm. Proceeds go to the Hospital X-Ray fund to support buying a kit plant and public patronage is encouraged.
Mr Thomas Wiel of the department of the Tankoor Sew South Wales, proposes a gift of S100000 to the State Sovereign for the perpetual Visloen tract near Spritewood. The donation honors a retiring figure, with funds to aid the Auckland Memorial Home for the Church of England and a concise review of financial progress for the coming year.
The article recalls P E Coleman’s rise in the labor movement, his leadership in unions, and roles with the Federal Marts, the Australian delegation to the League of Nations, and the Intermational Labor Conference. It notes his death after illness and long service with the ALP.
The Associates Club trophy golf match on the 23rd was won by Mrs Alexander six holes up. Final results show Mrs Alexander six up, Mee Oaime and Mrs Macken seven down, Mrs A Abertiie down, and Mrs Talt seven down with several matches close.
Wheat was quoted locally on Monday afternoon, with prices noted as 2/09 in alle and 2/2 in berm, reflecting market activity in the area.
A fragmented notice references Mr A J Son wit and his operation at Siena Hospital on Friday. It mentions Mr Swan’s years of service and a Tallon Hermes case, with names Robert Murray, Mer, Weer Waters, and others linked to a district hospital inquiry and medical ward associations.
Patrons plan improvements to the hall to create a larger dancing space. Voters will decide on extensions at the coming meeting, aiming to keep events indoors and improve capacity for performances.
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