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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 04, 1948
Page
2
A report from the Wingham Chronicle describes communal efforts for a somber project. Volunteers documented careful labor and donations while local leaders organized support for a memorial or restoration aim.
Fragmented and garbled text references Sir John Boyd Orr warning about global war risks, food production, and postwar recovery. Mentions UNO, agriculture, and world industrial output with a stressed tone about continued conflict across nations.
The fragment reports cattle at Homebush with prices averaging around £12 3s per head. Names such as Dy Blam and Wallchope J are mentioned among waulers and buyers, with some values like £12 1d noted.
The page lists deaths and private remembrances in Wingham and surrounding towns. Notables include Mrs Annie Chapmast of Chinewood Wak and Mrs Sheela et al among survivors. a funeral for Rev Faulkner and lay services in Byaney. memorials note hospital stays at Mater Hospital Waratah and connections to Tarvelg. The Thurllins family and Thurhine are cited with long-standing community roles.
The report outlines Winghaat ox football preparations for a Saturday match with notes on the opposition and team selections. It lists players including Mr Ab rei Mecoondogewsla and Mr. L. Fairhurst among others, with reserves and coaching staff referenced.
The Cit reports a weekend Pay Tournament at Wingham with 168 players competing. Winners include Allan and RL Mary with notable finishes by Nett Mette Cavanaagh, R. Fardy, and A. Seerney among others. Proceeds go to the TH Bauers and Boldiery associations. Sunday finals highlighted by the Wing ham and Gloucester teams.
The obituary recalls Mr. George D. Yarnold a longtime Cedar Parish figure and pioneer from Upper Man, with family ties including J. Yarnold and Mrs. Mariah Kilabakh among survivors. Funeral was held at BF Altoan’s Church with Rev W G Coonrane officiating and interment at Mellabaska Cemetery.
A mishmashed obituary note from Casiget in Wingham references Mr. John Croes and a late Tuesday event. It mentions a residence, a funeral or memorial, and a connection to Mrs. Dots Gram, with unclear details and garbled phrasing.
The obituary recounts the death and funeral of Mrs. Ernest Wallis and mentions family ties to Cedar Party Wingham and Macquarie regions. It lists surviving relatives including daughters Mrs Jane Hill and Miss Mary, and notes the funeral service at St. Matthew's Church with burial in the Church of England section of Wingham General Cemetery.
Auction notices list collectors Runeau Mears W Murray Alan Murray and others with Mr Frank Moore and Chas Cros among bidders. Proceeds support hospital and revulsion? as sale proceeds directed by Paddock at Combaynie and Broomfield.
A Cedar Party evening hosted a Hospital Ball with a lively crowd. Winners included J Yasnold and W Run MMM, plus Evan and partner, while L Coleman led a winning team. Olive sips funded by JU Yornold and Cals Orehitska led to names noted, with Harman arranging vocalists and supper room honors.
A fragmented report details a morning bowls event with many players named from the Winely Tale club and others including Jollayinie and Anderson. The text notes winds, attendance of wives and members, a service, and a forthcoming trip to Taree with lists of team members, speakers, and match lineups.
An account of a farewell event at Mount George with residents including Mr. Duncan Cameron and Mrs. Arthur Bakewell. Attendees, gifts, and speeches described as friends gathered to honor Mr. and Mrs. Cooper and others departing from the area. The hall program included a bake sale supper and a display of bouquets.
The Bhoesmnnthy family expresses gratitude to friends and relatives for their support during a difficult time. They acknowledge kind words, visits, and prayers as they begin to move forward with appreciation.
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