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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 23, 1952
Page
2
A garbled quotation asserts a journalist should defend party doctrine when approved, criticize when not, and reserve the right to praise or condemn as needed. It emphasizes independence for the good of the country and the journalist’s duty to speak freely.
The piece laments hollow holiday goodwill amid ongoing conflicts. It contrasts Christian seasonal peace with nations arming and fighting, noting leaders sometimes foster division. A critic argues true empathy requires action beyond mere sentiment.
Local column reports on residents and visitors in Wingham and surrounding areas. Notices include health updates for Mrs. Tom Collier, church service corrections, a Christmas raffle won by H. L Joyce, and holiday plans for families visiting from Sydney and Queensland. Also mentioned are a Spastic Centre donation, a council rate reduction, and community notices from the Manning River area.
A stylized Aristotelian voice foresees a coming year shaped by honesty and service to the less privileged. It asserts that in a world of change and corruption, a great American will be remembered for aiding the weak and poor, welcoming light and guiding toward justice.
The following publishing arrangements meet holiday requirements for employees. No publication on Friday December 31, Tuesday December 34, and Friday January 2. Publication resumes with Tuesday January 6, 1452.
A message from Philip Lucock and an accompanying note extends Christmas and New Year greetings to the Lyne electorate. They thank supporters and colleagues for assistance in the year and express hope for a future free of suspicion and hate, aligning with Christian values.
A fragmented OCR passage reflects a Christmas Day poem about bells tolling for peace on Earth. It evokes themes of faith and doubt with references to God, human conflict, and the refrain Peace on Earth Goodwill to Men.
Edwin Charles Cooper of Glenwarrin died Saturday night December 20 1032 at Carlyle Private Hospital Wingham. He was an early Bulga Plateau settler, the third after John Wallis and R T Jenkins, aged 14 years to 1032. Survived by a 12 member family his wife predeceased him two years earlier. Funeral Monday at St Matthew's Church Wingham to Woodside Cemetery with pallbearers Bert Lyall Edwin Stan and grandsons Bon Cooper Eric Coleman. A Y W Brewer of Wingham oversaw arrangements. A fuller obituary will follow.
The notice lists First Grade teams preparing for matches at Central Park. Players include W Murray, M Witchard, J Witchard, G O Cooper, A Murray, J Rewsell, N Witchard, E Oakes, W McDonald, D Oukes, A West and Ho Smith among others.
The Wingham Rifle Club held its annual Christmas shoot at the Wingham Range on Sunday afternoon. Prizes went to Neville Paul for off-rifle with 36, Reg Page and T Tat tam close behind, and Tom Page received the Handicap Cup for the first half-year. Next Sunday’s shoot is planned at 500 yards starting at 8 am.
An event listing for a dance show titled See the New Year in 26 featuring Hearritt Flat P Association and Mount of Arts at Mount List December with music supper and dance setup. Details mention contractors available and equipment like logging and bulldozers arranged. held in Wingham.
The Wingham club celebrated its Minor Premiership and Grand Final success in the Manning River Rugby League 1953 season with a blazer presentation at Oddfellows Hall Wing ham. Captain Coach Harry Smith led a ball to honour players and officials including Mr PE Lucock and Alderman A C Beal, who spoke of future training and the district’s football legacy.
Local interest bursaries given to students from St Josephs Convent School Taree Krambach and Cun dietown include Beaik Michael W Shanahan Bernard J Olga McMahon Elizabeth A Rogan Dien M Brith Josephine L and Myers Lawrence J. Awardees listed with school names and locations.
A fragmented note hints at a festive gathering with music and supper at Hen Moor-A featuring a host named J. Details are sparse but suggest an all-ages celebration marking year end.
The note expresses gratitude to the community for its help during the past year and highlights continued appreciation for residents, volunteers, and local organizations. It invites ongoing participation and goodwill.
A brief New Year greeting wishing Vince and Jean lasting health and prosperity in the coming year.
Manning Pearson announces the Public of Wing has opened a street Barrow market in Wingham offering fresh vegetables of the choicest quality. Pry invites the public to call and see the new shop.
A notice from the Shire of Manning at Taree informs residents of an urgent matter filed by the deputy shire clerk. The document appears to authorize action by the shire office and specifies a location at Taree.
The Council directs Halliday Point Reserve be closed on Boxing Day 26 December 1952. A charge applies for adults and children, with public access restricted. The Halliday Point Local Committee now collects and retains the charges. W. T. Tomb.
The Bulga Juvenile Rodeo at Little Plain Sports Ground on Saturday January 24 1953 starts the first event at 9 00 a m for contestants under 15. Events include races bending roosters catching the rooster and flag events for both boys and girls plus athletic events for men and women. Prizes include 9 trophies donated by A Wilson a cup for best boy rider and best girl rider with a day of high points and a dance to follow.
The engagement is announced of J Cynthia Yarnold only daughter of the late Mrs Yarnold of Wingham to marry the eldest son of Mr and Mrs D Romer of Bexley Sydney.
The family of late Frederick Williams thanks Stall Ward 9 Royal Newcastle Hospital Mr and Mrs Ron Gibson and all friends for help during his illness and their recent bereavement.
In Memoriam notices recalled by family for Allan Hinton who died December 20. The message expresses sorrow, notes his heart and soul, and mentions his wife Leila and children. Family members Dough Jean, Mary, Pegey, Shirley, Lucy, Richard, and sons-in-law Neville and Fiber Reeve are referenced.
Barwick wishes to notify Pu hey Salon will be closed from December 5 to January 15. She thanks patrons for their support and compliments during the past year.
The notice states New Thursday is operating at its usual hours on all other days, according to the Wingham Chamber of Commerce.
A holiday message promotes high quality meat products urging early orders for beef lamb and pork. The note emphasizes best effort and continued service while wishing readers a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
N A Calvert of General Engineers Farquhar Street Wingham states due to current restrictions it is impossible to offer extended data to comply. a satisfactory arrangement with collectors has been made regarding payment.
Form 9 Return of Land Book posted to landholders requiring timely return. Penalty up to £90 for failing to return or for submitting incorrect or misleading information. Ada Growpoot, secretary GPO Sydney, directs postal submission.
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