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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 06, 1938
Page
2
Coast region update from the Wingham Chronicle notes river observer activities and local monitoring at Mansing River. Officials report stable levels with minor fluctuations near gauges, while residents are advised to heed standard flood precautions.
The article reports a parliamentary session focusing on butter substitutes and tariff measures. It notes statements by Mr P rior t and Mr Jamey Mofalianiin, with criticism of politicians for not delivering jobs, and mentions measurements of butter prices and supply figures discussed during the debate in Sydney and Canberra.
The page reports multiple local events and memorials from Wingham and surrounding areas. It mentions the death of a well-known motor service driver and notes community tributes, weddings, recitals, and church services with names of local residents, venues, and dates.
The Wingham Bowling Club lists a December 10 matchup with Combine, naming players including Dimond, Jane, Annet Mestad Villa, A. Telloxy, Bint, J. Bell, Moore, Griffin, Perelre, and others. The notice mentions additional team activities and preparations at Tare and references several players by surname.
The December event at Winghem Town Hall featured the Flannel Dance and a Memorial Tournament. Proceeds were designated to Wiraham Parents and Children’s Association, with Anthony and others noted among participants.
Fragmented notice reports Thomas Howland Blanch of Wherval Pal seeking divorce from Meus Heavi Blanen tor meray Joy a, with details of residence near Winghem and claims of estrangement. Witness names and scattered terms appear, including Hiram Cowan and Frederick Kelleher, in unclear context.
A large crowd packed the Wingham Town Hall for the Mid North Coast Boxing Tournament. Notable bouts featured Eason, Watson, and Young, with the program highlighting the Wingham venue and strong local participation.
A garbled passage mentions a Wingham tank mole and a farmer named Fen ratum swine facing a questionable claim. It records an 8 ewe restatement and a dispute over a wide tet wing Mantas objecting to a hauler. The fragment ends abruptly with “This sede.”
Auction sales announce a sale of dairy items and real estate assets with brokers listed. The notice specifies a December 15 auction date and mentions conditions for bidders and participation, naming several firms and contacts involved.
Word lists teams and participants for the Black Head Surf Carnival to be held Sunday at Moon Bay. Names include Crab, Dune, Wien, Halak, Rae, Wright, and others, with events such as Beach Relay and Bowl Crew mentioned and venues listed as Port Evequarry, Terroe-Oht Bar, and Hine.
An unclear OCR passage mentions a mother and several names, events, and locations with many garbled phrases. It references a weekend, a potential realignment of conditions, and a person named Vin Waly taken to a place described as Turaled in Loaliaien, but specifics are unreadable.
The obituary notes Henrietta Dearoe aged 47 passing away after long illness. Family details include her father and local associations. The notice hints at a funeral in the Tintern region with arrangements yet to be finalized.
An enjoyable gathering was held at Me realdenew of Mr We A Lambert, Boolows, on Tuesday and November. A large company attended despite weather with dancing, games, and refreshments. Prizes were awarded. Mr F Wirbards of Winkham provided a cake.
Fragmentary notes recounting a mining event and figures from the era. Mentions Cecil, Lang, Thomas Dowse, and other named people, with references to miners and a publication scene in Melbourne and Western Post. The text preserves names, places, and roles amid garbled OCR.
Rural Shop to be held tomorrow. North Coast Butter Association reports November prices higher than October. The Moxibu Arurnamnnt festival notes a large crowd at Town Hall and a charity tournament gathered men women and children. Anniversary of AY Thomas Church marked with new memorial and sacred concert. Road works and a new road route discussed from the town toward Booral and north toward Monti.
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