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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1949
Page
2
An Anglican commemoration service is held for the late Bishop at the Church of England on a Sunday in January. The program includes a short sermon and liturgical readings with lay participation. The event follows a recent renewal of church calendar observances and features veterans of the parish.
Fragmented report describes football results and standings involving Crete, Wiestarm, Portiow, Selim, and other teams. Mentions dates, venues, and players in a sparse summary, noting wins and losses with unclear scores. The text references regional byes, gates, and a catalog of club names amid uncertain phrases.
Fragmented OCR text outlines a golf championship at Wingham Golf Club with players including Mengesiu, Allan, Bevner, Dollis, Reeve, J Machin, Kane, Lunon Sait, J. Wairhe, and others. Mentions Sunday rounds, venues Castor and nearby towns, and the Keepers team selection for the Lal Asmicittiew Championship.
Fragmentary OCR text notes a funeral, a church service, and burial at Wirgghara General Cemetery with mentions of mourners and a time, but many words are garbled, leaving uncertain names and places. The readable pieces indicate a church ceremony followed by interment.
RICRARH MLERY reports a two year taxamon event at Meus er iniustan Church Wingham. The note mentions a feta action and a Provera Se Staative tied to local affairs, with limited readable names and places.
Worn letter from W. Scrofted, Organizing Secretary, questions tolerance of foreign influence amid New England reform rhetoric. The author cites penalties against disruption and urges readers to support the movement, urging vigilance against alien ideas and calling for unity, with May Day referenced and appeals to public papers for guidance.
Boxing recap notes Wherrol Fatie Punlle event in Wig am Town Mall Monday night. Norrie Bell defeats Billy Clifford, with rounds described as fast and even, highlighting exchanges and referee decisions.
Fragmented account of a boxing event listing fighters such as Denton, Buchanan, and Elford. The referee's decision, round-by-round details, punches, knockdowns, and a main event mention are captured in garbled prose with multiple OCR mistakes and unclear outcomes.
Friday night event at the hospital queen contest drew supporters from Wing Tam district. Attendance strong with Mrs. C Milley Siam and Mr A R Manck among top entrants. Awards included a box of chocolates. program featured supper and entertainment by Indy helpers. Card party at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Ritman followed, with prizes for various winners and thanks to volunteers and donors.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a family celebration and a local paper’s commemorative issue from Ancary. It mentions Manning RN Tle and a “SER Dee” event, with unclear details about publication date and purpose. The text is garbled but centers on a family milestone and a newspaper tribute.
Fragmentary report lists players including Wingham members and guests W, McDonald A Avery O Bunwerl McDurTie Moses Gree nd 3 Avery. Mentions Wingham reserve side and town match at Tate with M Wat R Kabul and others amid unclear details.
Fragmented notes report a fountain discovery by John sdawoell on Friday the 10th of June, with a Master evi Brivlane involvement in Punk Rul. The judiciary committee of the MADGF League suspended Simons of Caive tlawke Club over a match incident. Armidale State Hecorate Coun il plans 60 millt for Ney Blale Mivement, while delegates from Gyre, Armidale, Venus, Walcha and Anneror discuss a Caucus to nationalize breweries and decentralize country teeworke. The motion to form a caucus was set for a later meeting at Cuminet but lapsed amid debate.
A city commission approves proceeding with eight additional cottages. Architect Winghaus and Alder man Glesnot will visit Wingham to survey the site and discuss builder options. The plan includes space for a funeral outsheet and a new eight house project.
The report describes a chaotic June gathering hosted by local officials in Wingham, featuring Hancock and others amid a garbled account of officials, parties, and alleged misconduct. The text mentions mismanagement, a spied gathering, and disputed actions, with references to legal oversight and community response.
In Memoriam notice for a father and husband, noting his passing and family grief. Mentions daughter and son in law, with scattered names and unclear biographical details. Published as a memorial obit fragment with uncertain specifics and a list of relatives.
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