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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1928
Page
6
A fragmented report describes a grand ball at the Nabiac area, with mentions of local figures such as Mr and Mrs Wright and various committees. The piece references social gatherings, fundraising efforts for a church, and a plan for church administration within the Wallamba district, noting apologies for absences and a ceremonial program.
Fragmented obituary notes detail deaths and services including Mr sid ira Parker of Nebiec and Mrs A Humphries of Mullahdetah. Mentioned are church figures, mourners, and memorials at Nabiac with references to local families and community figures. Additional items reference hospital operations and progress of patients amid local events and gatherings.
A terse report notes an incident involving Mr. B Rowland of Nabiac and the Myaig river. Specific dates and details are unclear from the fragment, but the case centers on a local dispute or event near the river with the named individuals Cars.
A chaotic OCR fragment describes an electric light installation in a town. Hugh Stekinnes chairs a meeting with various speakers including Dr. McKinnon and Mr. Hancock. Toasts celebrate progress and a wire plant, with Quirk’s Ltd supplying power storage and multiple local residents listed for lighting duties. 76 lights currently connected, with more expected nearby.
Fragmentary OCR text reports a protest in the Taree Candle area with mentions of meetings, donations, and local officials. Names and places are garbled, but references include Tarree Wingham and multiple individuals, along with mentions of a march or gathering and scheduled communications.
WREAD reports on prom events and related social scenes at Hal high school. The piece highlights student groups and emerging fashions as the year’s celebration unfolds with local coverage of attendees and festivities.
A garbled ad lists numerous discounted groceries and prices, promising savings for customers now. It mentions payments and a chance to save over a year, urging readers to visit the store for the best deals and a promotional system.
The fortnightly meeting at Jetogaren to Manning River League discussed attendance, suspensions, and disciplinary measures. Officials debated player eligibility, club participation, and requests for permits while addressing rumor controls and council communications.
Attending crowd at Kempsey witnessed a quirky race meeting with Mr Chalten Jaclyou and his camel among the notable figures. The card featured many horses and stakes events including HIATRICT STAKES and various Windiesg courses, with Limerick and Herbalist among the listed contenders and a long session of races and entries.
The Went Cony Went Corresponden provided a May 24 report on a Comboyne school event featuring a British Empire theme. Students performed songs and sports, with presentations by Mr G. Smith and Mr W. R. Cooke. House and class competitions highlighted by age groups, while the National Anthem closed the day amid cheers from children and parents.
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