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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 04, 1954
Page
2
A damaged OCR fragment mentions a committee or committee-like body, a doctor, and a court or trial reference. The text is unclear with misspellings and missing context, offering only hints of names and actions without solid details or dates.
The council discussed water issues and proposals at a May session. Officials urged coordinating with the Public Works Department to obtain supplemental information and potential approvals for water projects.
A chaotic 1908 style report mixes road conditions, local personalities, and parish happenings. It mentions Wallace of Wingham, May celebrations, hotel renovations, and civic figures, with scattered references to visitors, church activities, and a crowded city hall scene.
Residents urged the Wingham Police Department to reopen the town’s transport office hours, promoting a return to extended Monday to Friday service. The appeal cites rent month disruptions and the need for clearer advertising of hours and contact points for local business and residents.
The Wasa Service Club announces a Garrison shoot to be held at the Wingham Rifle Range. Members of the club and neighboring groups will compete for a trophy honoring service members. Events include targets, yard drills, and a final prize for overall marks.
A pioneer, known as Mr Brown, passes after a long life, leaving family including Mrs Brown and others at Cowboy. The obituary notes his rural ties, friendships, and long service to the community with memories of the Haven River area and local farms. Funeral details and tributes from neighbors follow, acknowledging his pivotal role in early settlement and farming.
Wingham Golf scene includes the May monthly event and the Burke Trophy rounds. Irvine and Brewer lead in the mixed play, with McKeown and Keane strong contenders. Crowded Saturday crowd witnessed a dramatic finish as Burns and Gaust claimed a trophy win amid close scores and unsettled standings.
A 4191 birthday celebration for Rex featured Mr and Mrs White as hosts at Killetakh Hall on the evening of the date. Guests included Mr S Vamokd Moy and others, with food prepared by Aub Silva and the committee led by Rex’s friends. The event ended with a candlelit cake, signed by attendees, marking a joyous community gathering.
A special meeting of the Wingnam Municipal Council on February 2, 4864, featured Mayor Henderson welcoming Mr Lowe and praising retiring Town Clerk Mr Jackson. The council and attendees thanked Jackson and pledged continued cooperation with Wingnam residents, with full recounting of other matters to be continued in Tuesday's issue.
The annual meeting of the Central Martha Coast Agricultural Association was held on Wednesday in June 1964. Fourteen delegates attended representing Colta Harbor Belfield Mackaville Waiking and others. officers elected included President Memory and Vice President Gasnane MLA. A reply of offers was rejected and the 1965 show lineup announced for February through March.
Fragmented OCR notes describe multiple auction events with dates in June and April, listing suspended names and unclear locations. The text mentions a Friday morning sale and several person names, plus references to bidders and times, but the details remain muddled.
An auction sale announced for Suburban Holding comprising multiple parcels. The listing notes a June 10 date, a 4 acre tract, secure fencing and permitted access arrangements. Terms include a 36 percent reserve or price and other details to follow in the sale packet.
Auction notice for grazing and dairying land to be held Friday 11 June 1954 at Wauehope office with various licenses and items. later instruction for sale on Friday 18 June. Includes wills probate matters in New South Wales with executor notices and claims by creditors. court dates and addresses listed.
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