Hawkesbury Parramatta District Memories Recalled
A reader reflects on Hawkesbury and Parramatta history noting wheat and sheep country west of the Macquarie River, Parramatta as cradle of the wheat and wool trades, early settlers, Governor Macquarie, Governor Fitzroy, and notable figures like Wim Woolls PhD and the Pitt family of Bronte. He recalls old schools, churches, and local anecdotes of the district’s early life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Narrotine
Dubbo
Hawkesbury
Parramatta
Conatal
Macquarie River
Narromine
Warren
Wingham
Brimbin
Woolpack Inn
Macquarie
England
Fitzroy
Wim, Woolls
Australia
King's Behool
Marramatta
St. Peter's
Richmond
Richmond Hill
Com. Cox
Bathurst
Major Innes
Hughes
Pitt
Bronte
Lord Nelon
Italy
Duke of
Forfeited liquor case and assault evidence in Candletown
November 27 report details Edward James Elbourne and others fined for liquor offences during prohibited hours. Witnesses describe G Hurdy and Mavis Mitchell incidents, Hardy accused of insults, Croker and Mitchell testimonies cover alleged threats and cries for help. Court noted convictions with costs, some dismissals, and name variations in defendants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward James Elbourne
Leighton John Unicombh
Stanley Stace
John Ross
Joseph Fugden
Charles W. Seall
T. Foster
Wattrin
Eaeh
Wan
Conta
Bergt
Harris
John Ross McKenzie
Hooke
Thomas Francis Anodson Wan
Wis
Royal Hotel
Mew L
Martin and Sons
Richard Crisp
Hawking
Exchange Hotel
Good
Dispute Over Language Yields Mongrel Remarks
Testimony shows Hardy clashed over insults while Edna urged restraint. Edna told Hardy to go home and sleep it off as witnesses disputed what words were spoken. Croker asserted the line Come outside and see who is the biggest mongrel and the information was dismissed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willem Croker
G. Hardy
Candletown
Messie L
C. Martin
Bonsope
Hooke
Willam Croker
Cundire Town
Hardy
Mavis Mitchell
Mr. Hooke
Mitchell
Boo
Edna Croker
Mt. Hooke
Witess
Wittow
Marjorie
Coun
Witnese
Moardy
Mavis
Witesa
Mardy
G Hurdy
Cindletown
Alu
Batunday
Dane
Movie Mitchell
Marjorie Croker
Croker
Sedd
Hoy
Thomas Fuller
Comiiotown
Taree
Cundietown
Dingnidna Croker
Midna Croker
Handy
Mr. Martin
Cantletown
Marjoria Croker
Edna
Witness
Minister L. C. Martin Inspects NSW North Coast Works
Minister for Public Works and Local Government L. C. Martin travels from Port Macquarie to Camden Haven and Harrington to inspect training walls, breakwaters, and water supply plans. He meets local leaders, reviews quarry operations, and promises follow up on Manning River inquiries before returning to Sydney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LU Martin
Mertin
Mathery
Macleay
Camilen Huwet
Evers
Sydney
Taree
Bdo
W. Po Chopmen
Tarew
Kempeey
Munnicipal Council
Cer
Ain Park
Machay Shire
Jerpeyuilly
Heinbow Reach
Booth West
Prescot
Marsh
Port Macquarie
Sear
Hirhora
Rivers
Falconer
Challis
Minteter
Fatality at Moto as Boy Killed by Lorry
A 11 year old boy died instantly when the lorry stepped back and ran over his leg in front of Mr Unger’s home Moto. Basil Rex Schubert aged 11 is the son of Mr and Mrs W Schubert of Lana Downe Village. The coroner and constable attended and the funeral was held at Lane Town cemetery with a Church of England burial service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moto
Unger
Basil Rex Schubert
W. Schubert
Lanadowne
M. Hardes
Peter
Hubert Fleto
Taree
Hallowsh
Years Lie Lightly on Coast Old-timer
Old-timer Alf Fomting, a sporting veteran from Coolongolook and Bateman's Bay, recalls past glories including a best gross at Nowra and Bermagui courses. He moved from Taree district to Union foothill, played football with St Joseph’s and brothers Leo, and built a timber business at Brooman and Bateman’s^Ekay. He notes long civic service with Eurobodalla Shire and a nickname Bun duy Bun.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AL Fomting
Weonshetat
Nowra
Nerooma
Bermag
Coolonmeloak
Alf
Union Foothill
Lame
Bateman's Bay
Hatemans Fio
Lans
Oie Toomoke
Sydney
Eric
Joseph
Wid
Leo
Batemans Bay
Bevin
Brooman
Bateman
Wages Tax Dependant Rebate Rules Gazette 1939
Wages tax rules issued November 1 1939 set six month rebate periods. Rebate amounts depend on number of dependants on period start dates November 1 or May 1 each year. Changes mid period come into effect next period. existing declarations remain valid if accurate. New declarations for extra dependants must be lodged within 14 days after pay date. penalties may reach five pounds if ignored.
War Time Economics: cooperation to speed war effort and economy
The Bank of New South Wales president Robert W. Gillespie calls for government cooperation to direct labor and capital to essential war needs. He notes Australia and New Zealand face drought, lower exports, but steady retail trade, with higher wages raising costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bank of New South Wales
Robert W. Gillespie
Hoe
Australia
New Zealand
Australis
Apiril
Britain
London
Presbyterian Church to Choose Minister for Taree
A large gathering at the church hall in Lower Manning considered two candidates, Rev F Beeson of Junee and Rev C Haxton of Clones, with a majority favoring Haxton. The decision goes to the Hastings Presbytery meeting in Laurieton on Monday for final approval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian
Presbyterian Church of
Lower Manning
Scheel Hall
Taree
F. Beeson
Junee
C. Haxton
Clones
W. Harrison
Hoxton
The
Hastings
Laurieton
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Wingham Chronicle
Henry Turner
Les. Stewart
Chronicle” Office
Ed. Selling
John Henry Salter
Swift
MR. L. C. Martin
Harrington
Matlin
Themers
Harry Hammond
Martin
Ayd
Isave
Eclipse Motor Garage
Isabella St
Boy
L. P. Gibson
P. Gibson
L. P
Celia Wpe
D & CO. Aee
Weachers Foradders Tare Vaathone Collenner
Kelly’s Wine Bar
Ring
Bill Kelly
Freezair
Francis Hobson
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