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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1929
Page
4
The obituary reports the death of W L W F Campbell at a residence, notes his long service as a public figure, and mentions a June funeral at the Presbyterian section of Marys Cemetery. The event is described with reverence, citing the funeral conducted by a named officiant and a large turnout.
A long, rambling interview recounts Campbell family history in Marlee and Manning River country, detailing settlements, land moves, and personal recollections. It chronicles Campbells, spouses, property ties, and journeys from Cadletown to the Manning, with nods to old community figures and local geography.
The ordinary monthly meeting of the Wingham Returned Soldiers League was held at the Memorial Town Hall. Present were R. Halt, Lamia, G. Hanan, Ryan, Belford, Patria, and others. discussions covered minutes, finances, and plans for the war memorial project. Mr Turner and Patrick led talks on governance and fundraising. committee motions addressed allotments, honorary positions, and the possible transfer of funds to the Returned Soldiers League.
Fragmentary minutes describe a social evening with Mr Mettord as mayor, Mr Gillett and Mr Mujibews united in a local committee effort. Mentions of rent payments by Mr Grant, donations to Blanow C-Fy, and formation of Ludlow Auxiliary committee with motions carried.
A damaged letter fragment from 1860s era prison correspondence reveals a plea and personal reflections. The writer, SANUEL MANTIN, addresses his dark skinned brother Stanley Dwngay, lamenting hardships, referencing the Libor Law, and mentioning names like Drexel Una. The piece hints at trust, betrayal, and a request for support.
A Sydney expert designs a tree planting plan arguing for protection of wishful plantings while outlining costs, maintenance, and risks. The council weighs responsibilities, with talk of restraints, veterinary concerns, and potential exceptions for certain trees as officials consider best practices.
Local sports page previews the Lager Cup with a roster of players and towns. Team sides include Upser Manik, Barurday, and other clubs, listing players such as Dick, Migeion, Fowler, Hain, and Tauchary. The article notes upcoming matches at Barurday feet and references venues across Gloucester and Wingham.
A fragmentary report from Wingham records council members and local party activity, including appointments and political maneuvering. It mentions Mr Pat Rumell, Mr Steve Harman, and others, with references to elections, meetings, and street-level concerns in the Daw, Ko, and surrounding districts.
A fragmented report covers Australian political figures, labor era shifts, and local personalities. It mentions Dr. W Baty and J. Weeks, labor events, a Royal Commission probe, and community figures like Alan Norton, with hints of bribery cases, court actions, and charity mentions amid a chaotic tapestry of names and places.
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