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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1924
Page
2
Wingham edged a hard fought match against Nowonatle with key plays by the forwards and a late surge. Newcutie and Siders featured in a tense scoring sequence as the ball moved through several lines. Final moments saw sustained pressure from Wingham before the whistle.
The Wingham club held a formal gathering with Mr Roy All presiding as chair and Mr W. Maitland absent. Old members Mr W. Ailogle and Mr J. Moore spoke on past service while Mr J Buri led tributes to a retiring captain and the club looked forward to future matches and visits from Newcait residents.
A distorted excerpt mentions Dr. be teak at BL Laneus and references the tonal, to be Wytaer Tessaurs women and country youth. Names like Tom Rickerdses and Roy ilecknow appear amid unclear dialogue about a tour and compliments from colleagues at a weekly issue.
Local racing scene outlines upcoming Mackay River meeting with multiple events led by promoter Kempsey and featuring entries from Rompeex and Wowshons. Prize purse of £600 announced, with anticipated attendance by Horse owners and track fans at Moorfield and Bathlan venues.
At Manchester Unity Harringua area lodges and branches are noted with a list of officers and members. The document names Master, Warden and other posts including W. J. Crockett and D. Hicbinson among many listed affiliates. A formal notice mentions the rnit and pro pentime responsibilities and a forthcoming appearance by a toll remert of the unit.
In a brief notice the public is informed of a charity event at Arcadia Mall in Wigan involving Mrs. Donaldean and Mr. B. with proceeds to Wiegham Brass. The report notes social questions and public interest in the gathering, mentioning a forthcoming discussion and hoped participation.
Wingham Magistrates hear multiple cases including hotel safety concerns and fines. Martin faced charges over hotel practices and a 6 pound balance retained. Victor Mooper convicted for unrelated offense with a 6 shilling fine and costs. Court also deals with police regulations and payment deadlines.
A garbled OCR item describes a motor car crime case with references to a poller ration, attempts at duplicating anions, and a suspect named Vinie and others. The text mentions February and a Monday, with fragmented details about driving, a brother, and a police response. This reconstruction preserves the core event tone without graphic detail.
Dovutinee Robinson faced charges linked to a motor car regulation breach amid a crowd near Town Mall. The event drew police and civic observers at an intersection of Dino and Warquhar Streets with a disruption reported on Farquhar Street after the vehicle was moved. Local authorities noted warnings about mall access and driving limits, with unclear details on further actions or outcomes.
In a contested case at Dingo Creek, Stephen Moule and Waller J Apooner faced charges over driving and possession of a bullock. Witnesses described Mariner Haynes and others debating who held authority, with testimonies referencing a motor lorry, local paddocks, and the alleged sale of a bullock. The court weighed claims of driving without knowledge, ownership transfer, and the proper party to receive the animal, leading to mixed findings and deliberations on evidence.
Friday session heard claims for sums due with Nurse McNamarsey and Johnston representing the plaintiff. Judge Martin spoke of partial payments and explained the court’s position before delivering a verdict favoring the plaintiff on the core claim for the stated amount, tracing the case through to judgment.
Town Clerk explains commissioners collected seven pounds for council duties while noting Alfred Taylor versus Richard Thompson for two hundred eighty pounds and detention for bullock. Legal representatives Mr Haynes and Mr Martin appear for plaintiffs. Alfred Taylor departs: Tam 6
The document records the bankruptcy hearing for W. Palmer, a wool and produce merchant of Wogan, detailing debts, assets, and statements. It notes oath, property values, creditors including Chapman, and the respondent's admission of liabilities and lack of prior banking accounts. It cites will-related property, endowment policies, and inquiries into saving and debt settlement. The material reflects a tale of financial collapse and attempts to outline the defendant’s position.
A river of fragmented text reports on social events including a proposed wedding, local council matters, timber imports, and community reactions in North Coast areas. It mentions Mrs. Grit and Mire L Rowling, local names, and political commentary, with scattered references to Wingham and nearby districts.
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