31 May 1935
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Newspaper
West Wyalong Advocate
Location
West Wyalong, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 31, 1935
Page
1
The Diggers Ball last night at Canberra Hall drew guests in a red white and blue decor theme. President of the Returned Soldiers Mal Selman welcomed visitors while prize dances and a floor show entertained guests.
The Fox Film romance Love Time debuts at the Tivell Theatre this Friday and Saturday. Stars Pap Tatersin and Nile Aether lead a youthful passion tale woven with songs like Abschied and Moment Musical. Also featured is Return of the Terror with Mary Avier Lyle Talbot Jobin Halliday and Frank McHugh in a thriller to complement the program.
G P Evans Englert and Wootten address the Evans Commissioner for Affruvite for New South Wales Victoria and Tasmania. H J Englert and G F Wootten listed with telephone West Wyalong 23.
Eardley on West Wralong Main Street launches a broad sale featuring winter clothing and tailored suits. Store highlights include a large stock of general merchantry suitable for men youths and boys, with special pricing expected.
A local golf column notes Aberline's Trophy win by Mee AL Omilvie with 40 net and outlines upcoming events. It mentions a 12 hole stroke event donated by Mrs. Ao Onellvie, with plans to begin at the tee and finish at the Club House for an afternoon session in June.
Voting results in the Lachlan electorate are corrected after a presiding officer informs errors in final figures. Initially EB A Utmenstiing (Biting UCP) received 238 votes at Wyalang while Vo Lo Conbellan had 73. later Counetlan’s figures were 216 and 72, revealing a publishing error in final figures.
The Little Shop on Main Street advertises adult bargains in wearables. It touts large colored towels at 7d each silk Morocain 4 for 3d and men’s work boots at 6d 11d. The shop calls itself famous for belts and offers apparel for mothers and fathers and sons.
Cable news from Sydney reports the liner Ville de Paris wrecked north of Fort Dauphin Madagascar after striking a rock. All passengers and crew were saved.
Melbourne reports a cyclonic storm across Victoria causing downed high tension wires and service delays for suburbs. A Bev Oakleigh house was damaged by topnado and a garden lifted, while Frankston saw a pigeon roost toppled and residents sought expert guidance on repairs. A 20 year old man in Relerove suffered injuries when struck by debris.
An unclear cable from St Jane reports a missing French trawler named Mureetal dhe Weavembourg near Sydney. Partial fragments mention distress and possible damage but details are garbled and names are uncertain.
A German sportsman Jacob Baullg reportedly motored an amphibian car from Calais to Dover in six and a half hours. The nine horsepower machine crossed the Channel using paddled rear wheels and rode the surf with ease before reaching a Dover garage.
A WA report from Perth details a fatal level crossing accident near Armidale where Mrs Louise Girne, about 50, and four year old Mere Mor, believed to be survivors, were involved as a motor car stalled on the line and a train struck.
London dispatch reports a fresh wave of alarm sweeping the Continent as the franc comes under intense speculation. Gold bloc assets, the gutter, and the Swiss franc show visible effects as financial circles debate how long the franc can resist the market frenzy.
Col M F Brisner urging the Butter and Cheese Exporters to build up Australia and end restrictions on trade in primary products. He warned that without action rural settlement and the nation could become a hindrance to those not well or with regard to territory. He hoped trade limits would be swept away.
The Australian team faces uncertainty as the Board of Control has not decided yet whether Sheffield Shield players will be allowed to tour India. The status remains unresolved as organizers weigh scheduling and participation.
A euchre gathering at the C W A Hall raised funds for the F C Church with over 15 players. Mr FP H Qurry won the gentleman prize of £2 10s and Mrs Chambers with Miss Kath Fordan shared the Indien prize of £2 10s. Refreshments and a dance followed.
A Melbourne report says Miss Mary Thompson of Dry Lake was knocked down and trampled by a cow while milking. She was rendered unconscious and admitted to hospital with serious injuries.
The Homebush sale notes show lamb lots from Kbawonh Mudgee and Bogabigul Biation Forbes with lambs priced 120 to 228 butchers pence per head, averaging around 4 to 9 pence. all sheep and lambs were up a little while cattle yard rates appeared weaker though prices overall steadier. Other stock were described as firmer in places while some yard prices were weaker.
A masked and armed man accosted officials at Prosperine railway station and demanded, Put him up quick. I want the cash. He attempted to open the office, but a resident appeared and the robber fled. Later a man was detained for questioning.
The death of Mb. Hielani shar Tan and the Sharman family’s prominence are noted after a long illness. Charles Sharman of Sydney is a brother, and Mrs Smith of Forbes, Miss Sharman of Leeton, and Miss Maud Sharman of West Wyalone survive. A church burial followed a large service at the residence and a later ceremony at the Wyalong cemetery with Masonic rites.
Tumut defeated Cootamundra 11 to 7 on Wednesday afternoon to defend the Maher Cup. The home side were without Milligan and the visitors without Frank Conner and Carberry due to injuries. An eligibility dispute over J. McCarthy arose, but Tumut allowed him to play. Final score showed Tumut leading 4-0 in the opening period.
In Sydney a Paris cable reports Quist defeated his French singles opponent in the third round of the Men's Singles Championship. Scores were 6 1, 2 6, 6 0, 2 6.
The article describes a lively stage presentation featuring Dol thets prewentatione and Pie, with the town buzz centered on the alliterative, humorous acts. The performer lineup includes Pie and Dol amid a brisk schedule, noting attendance, seating changes, and a forthcoming repeat show by Lede sates and the produncery wearhl famous Partomime Lime.
Social event reports note a ballroom gathering at Miserie Hall in Wreat Wrulong on Friday. George Hall and his Band with Ken Komedi perform, while district ladies organize entry and judging arrangements for the evening.
A brief price note shows wheat quoted at twenty cents and a market niche report on grain values.
Strasser's announces a winter sale at its Wert Wyatong store on Mall Street in the etoilelion MOL district. The advertisement states significant stock reductions across hats, coats, and dress goods with a minimum four per cent discount on hats and numerous lines discounted to clear inventory.
The unemployed pellet workers of Joh Werle and Wee Wynne speak at a Wyelomg Municipal Council meeting. They seek support and action from Alderman Compton and other officials to address hardships and potential remedies.
The Farmers and Settlers Association will hold a meeting on Saturday at the Maton road valley. Speakers and details include the Mallway YMspertenen committee presenting a plan to improve yards and public spaces. Also advertised is Bowring’s Special Tonic and Laxative Pills priced at 1 shilling.
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