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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 02, 1936
Page
3
Bhire Chery invites tenders for a road construction project in Tia Tumue. Submissions are requested from qualified firms by the stated deadline to participate in the government funded works.
A man is charged with murder after Walliam Duncombe a shearer was found dead at his Mona Batton Boon Moree home with a bullet wound. Police report a remarkable dispute between Duncombe and another person as the basis of the case.
A fragmented notice mentions lost or found items with incomplete details. The readable portion hints at a community alert for unclaimed belongings, asking for contact if ownership is proven. The item type, location, and date are unclear in the OCR.
The coroner told police to pursue action against Oswald Dooley who dived from Byrom Bay jetty to rescue William Boshell. Dooley, with a crippled leg, plunged 25 feet into shark-infested waters to save Boshell, but Boshell drowned after falling from the jetty. The coroner ruled Boshell’s death accidental due to the fall.
Sydney Poultry Club Show staged at the Royal Agricultural Society's ground in Sydney on Thursday Friday and Saturday. Local results noted Plymouth Rocks Barred Dark Cook M A Witehard Men Mr A Witehard Hon Dr E P Erby Special by Rhodesland Red Club of NSW Dr E F Erby.
A Wingham shore committee meeting on May 3 approved band rules, named trustees for the year, and endorsed the purchase of equipment by the Emergency Committee. The secretary was authorized to thank the Winghurs Town Band for the bass instrument and offer help if needed. A home venue is requested for a Bowen Party, and a Sacred Concert and Charity Act arrangements were discussed. An organist competition offer from Mr and Mrs Jenkins was accepted with thanks.
Coastal judging notes reveal winners across regions. Templeton of Oxley Island led the Middle Rivers section with 2212 points, while J. D. McRae at Krambach scored strongly. Templeton’s herd totals eighty eight cows with good milk quality, pasture improvement, and fodder conservation praised.
In memoriam lines honor our dear mother who passed May 2, 1090. A faded memory note from her daughter and son in law Kate Neville Klar and grandson, signed by her loving daughter. The fragment reflects family remembrance and affection.
A public notice thanks Mr and Mrs Eli Camp iel and Mrs HH Richards of Denar Part for kindness and help. The item mentions sausage brand names and local produce like pumpkins potatoes and onions and notes a kitchen tea will be tendered to Miss Zarm Walsheigs Wiswerol Fla Hall on 12u ume with a basket to be given to Great Public Wingham.
A partial note references the 500 Tournament with mentions that terms can be arranged upon early action. The fragment implies negotiable conditions and expedited handling for participants or organizers.
The Shire of Hastings appoints a town clerk following the WAUCHOPE meeting. The action formalizes administrative leadership for the local government entity and outlines start timelines and duties.
Nomination notice under Rule 6 of Constitution calls for candidates for the Incoming Committee to file nominations by Saturday June 5. Members wishing to join must submit in writing by the deadline. nominations may be debated by two association members and require verification by the secretary G. O. Hill.
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