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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1948
Page
2
A fragmented report outlines community leaders including Mr Chanter and Mr Robertson planning new studies and arrangements for local services and schooling. It notes rural bank transfers, municipal council activity, and upcoming public events, with targeted dates and places in New South Wales.
The dispatch notes Bishop Demkereen of Maitland officiating at a Wingham confirmation and catechism ceremony. Father Moylan and Father Singh attended with local clergy, including Seaton Gunrent, as parishioners gathered for a reception and procession. The event featured 42 confirmands plus 1 priest, 30 children, and a choir as the ceremony proceeded in a lively parish setting.
The Red Cross launches expanded tuberculosis efforts with new programs and facilities. Key figures include Mr. F. Clack and several hospital and medical groups coordinating care and outreach across regions, aiming to extend free treatment and preventive services to affected populations. The drive emphasizes community mobilization and interagency cooperation.
Two grade football contest ends with Wingham earning a double victory over Purileet. Key moments include bold attacking sequences, standout plays from Wingham forwards, and decisive goals that secure the win.
Fragmented OCR summary notes a match with Nittiowad and Wingham, mentioning players Rackley and Wikeham. It references upcoming games Taree versus Cabs and Mae versus Purnieet, with ground play and density noted as part of the event.
Wingham performed well in a regional golf event with players including Ina tle and Sack Brewer, while team members Gweeney and Jane Maen represented the club at the championship. The summary notes strong finish for Wingham amid a competitive field at the tournament.
Mr Ray Benith notes an unstable market with soft poultry prices and light fruit supply. A week of poor weather limited produce, with mixed fruit and vegetable figures and variable poultry demand. Local traders reported small consignments and fluctuating prices across items, including potatoes and tubers, amid uncertain buyer activity.
A garbled notice outlines the George Gray Appeal with supporters and timing on 30 June. Donations are to be received by the secretary and treasurer of the committee, with payments to be processed through the parish organ.
Fragmentary local notes recount epitaphs and memorials in a Torryourn churchyard and at Foricroft, with references to Newman, New Tore, and Rotary events. The text blends historical names, places, and scattered details about memorials, international travel age, and burial acknowledgments amid garbled OCR.
The death notice records the funeral in Wirsgham Wednesday afternoon at 2 o clock for Miss Wentern of Willard Leery, following a service at the Church of Christ. The obituary notes the late Mrs Wentern and references Mr W Western in the context of the service.
Mrs. E Wamsley a well known resident of Gurimban near Cosford died after a short illness. Her funeral was held at Wingham with husband and two sons and a daughter among the bereaved. The late Mrs Wattaley and family are named in connections with the service and relatives in the district attended. The obituary notes she leaves a husband and children and mentions Layuma Wollombi.
The death occurred in Wingham at Catiyie Pri hospital? The text notes Mrs Sarah Aileen White of Tinosee the widow of Mr teard White, lifelong resident in the Tinonwe district. She served loyally in the Throne Branch of the HAG Crowe and held a respected role within the community. Born at Mauston, she spent years in Western Australia and New Zealand before settling near Taree. Funeral details indicate a long tenure of service and mourning from family and friends, with community honors noted.
A damaged text fragment details the death and burial of Margaret Rebecca Eatell known as The Wingham Giarict. It notes her age around the late seventies, describes mourners and mentions a funeral at Rogand with references to family members, friends, and the community. The passage blends obituary cadence with unclear OCR remnants and stray names.
In a Wingham service the community mourns Margaret Rebecca Hate age 60, a long time hospital pillar and church member. She dedicated her life to nursing and charity at the local hospital, with tributes noting her quiet strength, choir work, and steady care for patients, families, and staff. The rector led prayers as her memory and example were urged to inspire others to serve.
Fragmented text indicates a local urging action to prevent harm to children amid discussions of discipline and safety. Mentions teachers, years, and a poll process run by officials, with unclear details due to OCR errors. The item reads as a brief public notice about community concerns rather than a full event report.
A Wingham board meeting on a June evening approved officer changes and discussed advancing hospital development. Members praised Mesiyo Hell Dieeson and others for steering plans, with the aim to lay the foundation stone and progress toward a formal hospital move.
Fragmentary OCR lists names associated with Wingham and District War Memorial Hospital, including individuals such as A B Rott Yoo Della Allan Murray Warner Maris and others, with unclear context or roles. The text appears as a damaged memorial or donor register entry from a local hospital record.
An OCR damaged account details Taree Old Bar Surf Club annual ball events. It notes attendees including Aunt al ot the arena arta Sing and mentions General Simenin and others. The piece describes preparations, decorations, and social dynamics of the evening with references to committee members and guests.
A heartfelt tribute to Brother Charlie, cherished by family and friends. June memorial plans mention Wingham and Beet areas with mournful remembrance and enduring love.
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