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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1939
Page
4
The article reports a naval incident with the trawler Weahinatan and a fire in Ostpriagd area. Multiple crew members are feared lost or missing while authorities investigate the blaze. The report notes Admiralty involvement and unclear casualty numbers.
Fragmentary report mentions gas use and evacuations with references to locations and aircraft. Details are garbled, names and places unclear, but implies casualty events and air operations related to a conflict.
An incoherent, OCR damaged report depicts broad international condemnation of a government led by Prime Minister Chas irmcine TM. It notes misrouted policy, class tensions, and uniformed forces, with references to the Soviet Union and other nations amid invasion discourse and diplomatic strain. The piece mentions Paxist Damien home and a general push to restrain aggression amid a tense international climate.
Fragmented OCR narrative discusses Allied resolve against Germany and Italy, referencing Eden and Menzies, urging sacrifice for freedom and peace. Mentions Australia’s stance and the call for service to the cause amid wartime strain.
Fragmented brief items show a jumble of advertisements and civic notices. Names such as Paterson Easton and Geck o appear among discussions of fodder crops stalls and charity events.
Fragmentary OCR notes show an auction listing with garbled words and unclear details. The readable bits reference an auction, sales, and fencing items but lack names, dates, or locations to confirm specifics.
Worded notices announce events including a Sunday December 10 car event at Mount Geers and a year end gathering at Memorial Town Hall in Wingham. Readers are urged to attend the grand augural cancer fundraiser under district leadership with Mr. and Mrs. Wesenwood listed among attendees.
The Rev Canon Urey of Port Adacquaris is welcomed by St Matthew’s Church. The invitation notes his visit and he will arrive with the Anturou and Whigham to lead service at half past seven on Sunday night.
The record lists cases attended on December 3 with transfers to MRD and Curigie Private Mampital in Wootton and Wingham. It records a November summary of activities: transports 26, light canoe 4, mileage 1,308, plus a successful rally event and ball cost.
A farmer, Walter Ernesh AfAewaud, described as having failed to declare income and evaded taxes, faced fines and penalties. The prosecution details indicate a late partial payment and a plea of guilty or full admission of evasion. The case references period years around 1979 to 1980 and notes installments allowed for payment. Authorities assess income tax due of £138 1 with nine installments granted.
An afternoon event at Winghall Bowling Club featured Misses and Ladies enjoying a social gathering on the clubhouse veranda after a bowling match against Bowie Lad. Mr Deakin welcomed guests. Mrs Abbott and Mrs Wit attended. several apologies were noted as competitions and prizes were listed with winners in spider and other events.
Wingham and district residents are named in a long list of notices and incidents. Adriant Warwick of Sydney holidays with brothers Mera and A Warwick of Comboyne and Rev Ayscoughy of Mathews will attend Port Macquarie service. Several health and accident notes include Mrs Cartllday of Sydney improving after illness, a fracture incident involving Koya Mater of Combovie, and a bridge accident near Wingham. Community events cover a bowling meet and church matters, with reports of deaths and marriages, plus a formal farewell for Constable We hiding and other local recognitions.
Notices list inspection dates for multiple centers with specific timings from 18th to 24th of a month. Citizens must present required forms at the start of inspections. no deliveries accepted after set deadlines.
Auction at Krambach features varied cattle prices with many head selling above local averages. Traders such as Plannery Mehiwalder and Flannery report stronger vealers and bullocks while cows and calves bring mixed returns.
A school talent show in the Messorial Town Mall featured Mise Batty Wallace pupils aiding the Red Cross. The evening included choral singing, instrumental solos, and a grand finale with multiple performers, drawing a large audience and praising student effort.
The readable lines suggest an event with attendees enjoying bouquets and appreciation for offerings. Phrases reference pupils, players, and entertainment at a lower level venue, but details are unclear and names are missing.
About one hundred students travel to Rome to seek permission for a rally against Prime Minister Ruaiabs. Speakers from the coor 'nist group press for tolerance while officials reveal statements. Rupert snoriang and Airlers of the Pollos Department plan weekend Gommuniat Party meetings in the Densain.
A cricket club gathering brought together members of the Gloucester and Malet committees for a social event. Attendees included Jack Breckenridge and Laurie, with gifts such as a Donald whe Tack presented to mark the occasion, while discussions covered club activities and future plans.
The article lists several individuals appointed as justices in districts such as Peace. Names include Evan Plas, Job Allan, Willen Davida, and Cecil Albert Hlentyworth among others, with locations referenced like Wingham, Oxwald, and Northam. The piece appears to be an official notice of judicial appointments with place names and personal names.
Fragmented text mentions wheat flour and plow plans with names like MECULLAGH and Labisgaro. It hints at live execution or auctioning of plows but details are unreadable.
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