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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 01, 1943
Page
4
Court proceedings recount Avery Wiliam and others facing charges tied to a contract dispute with Cinode Neon Lid and a rambling witness list. The narrative covers alleged debt to a Railway Commission, multiple defendants, and testimonies about purchases at Powers Pty Ltd and Pomneys Pty Lid. A jurist hears claims about refunds and alleged misconduct, with references to April events and various witnesses.
A lengthy court record details witness accounts about a love affair and alleged omissions. Names such as Wilnans, Mrs, and others appear amid scattered phrases describing a trial in which testimony touches on marriage, confrontation, and social standings. The fragmentary notes reference a Mrs Dar and Sidney related proceedings with mentions of a plea or settlement and character assessments.
An obituary fragment recognizes the death of a local resident after a period of illness. The notice mentions emergency response and a hospital transfer, with scattered references to names and places that are unclear due to transcription.
Obituary notes the death of Henrietta Irene Webster at Lanc ey Vale hospital on May 22 after 3K yarns of illness. Survived by children Teeil Ellen and Kenneth, with listed relatives including Marni Hebubert Oswald Behubert and others. Floral tributes pour in from family and relations.
Elizabeth Emily Murdoch Mab died at age 70 after a long illness. She was a longtime resident of Candle Plantation and Harrington areas, widow of Yabby Murdoch, and mother of a daughter born on Joe Island. Funeral arrangements were announced by the hospital.
A midth century wedding described with Victorian gowns and flower arrangements. The bride wore a pale gown with train and veil. bridesmaids in blue and white carried bouquets of pink carnations. Music, reception, and congratulatory speeches are noted, along with a long procession of family and guests.
Fragmentary market notes show cattle prices and lots across Mount Deere Angtown and Wingham. Entries refer to steers cows vealers and two year olds with prices like 10s 13d and 6s 3d, listing buyers such as C McPharson and Batell Wingihan. The garbled text mentions averages and sales to 188, 110, and 1028 units, with references to breeders and traders including Roblin Hundock Fatale Jonrots and Maver.
The June church schedule lists Holy Eucharist and parish events, marking the rector's first anniversary. Practices include Holy Communion, Evensong, and Sacramental services at multiple NSW towns with confirmations and processions. Special Whit Sunday concerts and midweek prayers are noted along with Catholic and Free Presbyterian observances in Wingham and surrounding areas.
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