13 Feb 1940
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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 13, 1940
Page
1
A collage of local obituaries and notices reports the death of Wyederick Albert Evans near Kempsey, the Rev J Ward Harrison's death, and engagements and farewells in Laurieton and Dungog. It covers court verdicts, public meetings, coast shark incidents, and political notes from the Macleay region with names like Lorna Kesby, Frederick Glarence, and James Anion MLC.
A transcript from the Central Council of the United Country Party of W.C.W. records that at its annual meeting a resolution was carried unanimously praising the Country Press support from metropolitan papers. The letter, signed by General Secretary Edward Munro, conveys the appreciation and notes widespread backing from country newspapers.
Fragmented text describes a boy or character named Swanky Bupol at places like Upper Macleay and Towel Creek. He encounters a carpet snake and large eels during a rural journey. Mentions a team, water, and a reference to R. Laurie and Bir-Ae. The passage is garbled with many errors.
G Allport of Gloucester Road Wingham writes the Wingham Chronicle amid road fare and drainage concerns. He cites January 28 council meeting notes and urges action to fund road work. He mentions the Taree road and a proposed upgrade as a more important thoroughfare.
The Wingham team list includes Tanger, Waimaley Troy, D Rardon, 1 gwar, K Barber, NW. Bie, a. Crom, Ingham, R Beesley, and J Rentte. The return match is to be played on March 1h with hopes for better rest.
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