22 Dec 1936
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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 22, 1936
Page
1
March 6 1997 details fixed for a referendum on marketing and aviation questions and an announced Australian tour plan. The note discusses royal expenditure and British tax costs, Bathurst council funding for Mount Panorama Road, dole lineups, and a bizarre crocodile revenge tale linked to a Bombay message.
The High Court of Australia held that the Egg Marketing Board could not lawfully compel poultry farmers to furnish statutory declarations on egg production and disposal. Dolores Grech of Parramatta had her appeal allowed, with related convictions under inspector William Dixon’s action reviewed as vires of the Primary Pro- Marketing Act.
The Bulga area reports the longest drought in over four decades easing after a midweek system dousing parts with an inch and a half of rain. North toward Oxley Highway saw heavy rain and hail while portions of the Burns suffered hail damage. Cow bleeding observed at Hammond’s property and roof noise alarmed residents at 2 am. The note also recounts farewells to George Ducat, a Glenarrin lifelong resident who married from New England, with a local purse gift. Cricketers show reduced enthusiasm as Vapids lead, and cricket form remains a talking point.
Westminster inquest heard extraordinary directions for Arthur William Mills after the 60 year old unemployed motor mechanic leapt into the Thames from Westminster Bridge and drowned. A sheet of bogus will statements described burial at sea with a naval pom pom salute, reflecting Mills unsettled mind and inventive troubles during the war. The coroner recorded death by own action due to unsound mind.
A meeting of the Committee of the Soave Institution was held on Wednesday night December 14 1996. Attendees included President Pitapatrick vice members Gibson Chapman Bell Stack Griffin Fitzpatrick and apologies for absence from Bell Treasurer. Minutes read and confirmed. Treasurer's statement showed a small credit balance. Accounts passed for payment. President extended season's greetings. meeting adjourned.
A double wedding feature from St. Anthony's Church Clovelly and the Methodist Church Colle Harbor records Rosa Jean Bell marrying Thomas Patrick Peoples of Lismore and Mullumbimby connections, with details of attire, attendants, and post ceremony celebrations including a reception at the Mason ic Hall and a three decker wedding cake. The couples plan a future home at Wooloomoolga with gifts noted and honeymoon to follow.
Mr McDonald and partners from Sydney and London optometry networks announce a patient outreach. They will visit Webster Jack and McDonald in Wingham and Walker Pharmacy in Taree on Thursday January 11. Hours run 9 am to 6 pm. Appointments encouraged.
A Turco Municipal Council letter to Manning Shire Council discusses not pursuing a county council formation and questions a proposed rail corridor supply. The president references California and a proposition to step down for Wallamba River, while Dr Machin notes Tauren pipers and absence of Wingham in the line from Krambach. Wingham seeks discretion for years, awaiting a free hand.
The Burf Life-saving Association of Australia urged Manning Shire Council to rethink Sunday surf carnival bans. They cited club service and sacrifices, noting carnivals occur away from objectors and attendance is mainly supportive members. Motion to rescind February 10 1936 ban was stood over until Dr Wright’s presence.
In a Wing ham Chronicle letter, readers discuss early Australian history notes from Collins and the First Fleet. They recount 1788 hangings and convicts left as warnings, and stray cattle and rabbits aboard ships, with calls for more official records and a “Peep into the Past” reference.
A deputation from Coombae Minin hooh and others requests Manning Shire Council approve a road to the Donlongetenk River area for water access and to link to the Ley Wile. They insist settlers have labored and expect government assistance while considering options to appoint a plant and mobilize local culverts.
The Civil Aviation Board replies to the Manning Shire Council dated November 14 regarding a proposed aerodrome at Tumcurr y. It notes inspections by a Departmental representative and the high cost of levelling sandy ground. It mentions possible use of water area ground if prepared, and references emergency landing grounds for night airmail service near Tarer and other sites, including Old Bar, with a forester’s report against the afforestation block at Tuncurry.
Pat O'Mara, a 04 year old beach resident, claims a beard 9 ft 2 in long after 62 years of growth. Born in Tipperary, Ireland, he came to Australia 69 years ago, living in Rockhampton Springsure Melbourne Ben dingo and Maryborough before settling in Townsville then Mackay. He supports a large family and declines offers to commercialize the unusual facial feature.
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