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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 20, 1944
Page
2
A fragmented news page outlines community events, hospital cases, and local figures. It mentions surgeries, patient recoveries, and visits to the hospital, naming several residents and doctors. The report also touches on local social happenings and a memorial tone for community members.
Fragmented OCR text with unclear names and dates about a dispute or event. The readable parts mention a mayor and a proposed action, but key details are garbled, leaving the exact event, participants, and location uncertain. The piece reads like a distorted historical notice or reporting.
Manning District plans add one ambulance unit by selling to Chester Branch Station. Four ambulances will be provided with a spare kept for reserve use. District officials outline proposed sale and fleet expansion details amid local inquiries.
Minutes record apologies for absence and attendance at the Upper Manning A H Association meeting. It details committee appointments, nominations for roles, and discussions on show arrangements and legal notices, with specific names including Fowler Bind and Mulldon. The section notes action on election of committee members and vacancy processes.
Fragmented report mentions Leo Cavahivgh tied to Verminat affair and ties to Perth Western Ayetepna. It notes J McDonald of NBW and EOP past issues, a Duck journey from Coma Harbor, and a football match at Central Park Wingham with Mr. McDonald and Herb O'Neil. The piece references the police force, a Sir, and various local figures, ending with hopeful notes for those in the land.
News of our soldiers chronicles promotions and service abroad and at home. Officers such as Major and Lt Colonel Howard Saxby and Dick Hooke appear alongside men from towns like Wingham and Maples, with notes on long deployments in New Guinea and Italy and recent awards and assignments within Allied commands.
A well attended gathering at Paddock Creek Upper Mantry saw a farewell ceremony for MP and others with speeches by Bert Boil, Jim C. Mac Brialane, J. Burke, I.F. mow, and C. Westies. Mrs Aneuk Moray gave a heartfelt address, with many neighbors present and tributes to community members.
Listings and draw results from the Wingham Stock Sales event, detailing assigned positions and participant names such as Thumay, Rabinson, Janney, Abbott, Lyon, Nebel, Gibran, Keech, Irvine de Bos, Cleolint, McKaityt, Hout, and Tou og. The fragmentary record notes multiple entries and the sequence of draws for event placement.
Fragmentary OCR lists names such as Abbott Sullivan Wala and others, with partial team mentions including Gama, Belt, Brewer, Grant, Maettenste, Allport, Otten-W Hidlay, and Beesley. The text appears as a garbled lineup or match record from a Wingham Bowling Club event.
A motion to build a river bridge at Wingham passed unanimously after debate. Councillor Millian and Councillor Wruent supported the plan with river crossing on the Manning shore, linking We valley of the Menpinc. The proposal includes a road and a weir, with Manning Shire Council backing the project and aiding implementation.
The late William Hawkins Hawking, aged about 35, was devoted to family and work in the Gosford area. A man of kindness, he had a long service in butter factory work and coop society roles, with deep ties to Winchuse Park and local Presbyterian circles. He leaves a widow and three siblings, with funeral services held in the Presbyterian Church amid community mourning.
Mount George hosts a busy rodeo with events won by Mark BrIMMS and Joad. The page lists numerous contestants, results, and praise for performances amid a long, partly garbled report of participants and outcomes.
London reports a persistent daylight and night bombardment of southeast England by unmanned aircraft since Thursday. The devices, described as flying bombs, are described as part of a continuous attack with claims of casualties and damage.
A fragmentary OCR item mentions names such as AOUNT GEORGE and WINGHAN with references to farms, a red cross signal, and a forthcoming service at St Matthew's Winchen. It notes a Cross Church service at a local venue on a Sunday, invites Civic and Public Bodies, and lists attendees including Rev. Grima Cochrane.
An advertisement lists winning names and prizes for an Art Union drawing. Winners include A. M. Templeton for first prize, with other names such as Minh Bhert Tate and Dorothy Weisman Bucci Waka noted for various prizes. The notice requests the Art Union to account for about 30 dollars.
Krambach organizers unveil weights for Saturdays June 24 1944 patriotic pat races. Entries include local clubs and several riders preparing for a tight program at the Krambach track with expected strong fields and close finishes.
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