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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 22, 1936
Page
4
A reader calls for journalism free of party bias in the Wingham Chronicle and Manning River Observer. The letter argues for independence, allowing criticism of all sides and clear support for truth, urging journalists to condemn or praise parties as warranted.
The piece blends festive reflections with a call for Christian brotherhood, noting Christmas as both sentiment and festivity. It cites family reunions, gifts, and home life, then urges peace, charity, and unity beyond Jew and Gentile. It ends with thanks to Central North Coast readers and hopes 1097 will dawn brighter than 1936.
In a discussion on aerodrome sites, residents argue for Wingham as the landing ground. They question delays on Tuneutry, Ol der, and Taree proposals and press for Wingham to receive proper consideration and the honor it deserves.
The community urges the government to proceed with a new Court House at Wingham, criticizing the current Police Office as overcrowded and inadequate. The piece calls on Hon. L. C. Martin to reform the Department, relocate the police cell, and construct a proper court building to serve a growing district.
Mr. Solling P.M. receives a warm welcome from local officials and the press at his first visit to the Central North Coast district. Speakers praise his abilities and express hope for a harmonious tenure guiding judicial affairs. The gathering notes long ties with the bench and police, and confidence in fair, capable leadership.
An advertisement notes an Old Year's Dance at Marlee in aid of Cricket Club with Mr BR Baines as Hon See. It also mentions a special train to New Castle on January 3 and the Newcastle Tourist and Publicity Bureau plan summer specials from Newcastle to Wingham and Taree to promote regional attractions.
Rainfall particulars from the Wingham Post Office record yearly rain data across district centres. The notice lists measurements and notes for recent storms and the local rainfall register.
A. J. White has been reelected President of Gloucester Shire Council. The notice highlights the local governance and confirms White's continued leadership in the shire.
A violent storm near Kuilura about 20 miles from Gosford yesterday killed Te-Tela Late aged 5 as lightning struck during the downpour. Her father and another child were rendered unconscious but later recovered. Cyclonic weather caused hospital damage at Cessnock Hospital with roofs torn off and walls collapsed, estimated at £10,000.
Diggers and families gathered at Memorial Town Hall Wingham for a Christmas Tree spectacle. Two elaborately decorated trees laden with toys drew children and helpers, with local residents T H Stone and B Hammond organizing toys amid playful performances by Miss Alice Blenkin Joan Outridge and Joyce Gibson. Santa arrived amid cheers as presents, sweets, and blocks were distributed after supper, celebrating a community effort by the Women's Auxiliary and volunteers.
Allport of Wingham urges improvements to roads from Taree to Wingham and a new concrete bridge at Wingham. He thanks council in advance, predicts praise for the councillors and engineer, and signs with Christmas wishes dated December 22 1938.
Next Wingham Stock Sale set for Wednesday December 30. Messrs Mathewson and Co advertise a special cattle sale at Gloucester on January 19.
The Wingham Union Branch of the Grand United Order of Oddfellows held three events in one week. A December 8 Euchre party drew 44 players with prizes for top scorer and ladies winner. December 12 featured a farewell social for Bro. and Sister Worthing with dancing, speeches, and gifts. A December 14 quarterly meeting saw five candidates initiated and new officers elected including G McKeough as GN, Sister Revitt as VG, and H Bakewell as PWG.
In Wingham Small Debts Court on Friday December 13 1936 F L Crompton sues Harold Brewer for car hire amounting to £2 10s owed since January 2 1933. Plaintiff seeks verdict for the amount and costs.
In Wingham Police Court on December 18 1936 B Bolling FM and C E Chapman LP applied for Sunday trading licenses and a skin dealer's license. Simon William Tolmie of Combayne was granted a wool hide and skin dealer's license.
Roy Hobden inspector of weights and measures prosecuted Paterson Easton and Co for an unstamped weighing instrument. Gleeson pleaded guilty. The magistrate fined the firm £3 with 16s costs and eight days imprisonment in default. The inspector warned neglect harms both firm and customers.
Sidney Prench faced charges for falsely claiming to be a traveler at Cross Hotel Wingham on November 2 1536. Testimony described him and another man at the bar trap door with a beer mug while denying the traveler claim. both admitted the pretense. Fined £5 plus court costs and eleven days imprisonment, with eleven days detention and one month to pay. Terence McGrath faced a similar charge on the same date and circumstances. he pleaded guilty and received the same penalties.
Austin Gordon Arthur Mitchell faced a charge of being drunk in Farquhee ime Wingham on Jist November. He claimed illness as he lay down near the Town Hall with Constable Sewell present. Sergeant Brenner and witnesses described intoxication. Mitchell said he felt sick and was helped to stand. The magistrate offered a chance and dismissed the case, warning him not to return.
England declared wet score at 6 wickets for 428 then Australia bat on a rain thin wicket. Wope and Allen may play while Australia dismissed for 80 with O'Reilly taking 4 for 37 not out. Follow-on offers slight improvement as Bradman and Fingleton contribute. luncheon adjournment notes three wickets for about 20 runs.
Holiday notices at Wingham Post Office outline Christmas Day closure, Boxing Day hours, and limited services. Mails close for dispatch. deliveries by carriers continue. January hours shift to 9 am to 10 am for ordinary business. money orders and savings bank transacts suspended on some days.
In a news in brief item Mee Money lomers the Complim notes gratitude from Mr R L West to his clients and announces his business. Ron Richards of Queensland defeated Fred Henneberry, the Australian middleweight champion, at Rushcutter's Bay Stadium that night, in a closely contested match.
Wingham Bowls Club hosts Gloucester in a tight pennant round with two rinks per side. Pereira and Omagi led a Gloucester surge, Beesley driving well, while Linnon and Abbott faced late pressure. President apologies and district goodwill noted as players travel to Sydney for the Test.
The 1936 school picnic featured free ice cream and drinks from the P and Cc Association. Santa Claus handed out gifts as children enjoyed sports including races and a three legged event won by Mary Yarnold and Myrtle Bishop. Winners across age groups included Herb Woolard, Elwin Walsh, Athol Bishop Woolard, Ron Hanney, Amy Yarnold, Myrtle Bishop, Verna Yarnold, Kalheen Bishop, Nita Mores, and Norma Yarnold. Awards were donated by local shire groups with prizes listed for various events and participants.
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