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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 25, 1937
Page
6
The Manning column surveys local events and crops, noting sugar production at Hastings and Macleay mills, proposed mill ventures on the Lower Manning, and crop prospects at Redbank and Nil. It records community actions, public works, a shipwreck, cricket at Myall, and political mentions including Mr. Caer and local ministers.
Police report a murder near Port Macquarie with a body found Saturday morning. Witnesses describe a masked assailant and fear among locals as authorities seek suspects and await magistrate proceedings.
The report cites Perret and Mebior among others recognizing a lack of sugar-mill owners in the Usnte area, with no machinery in use and no yielding cane yet. It highlights Jones Wand and others in the region and mentions attempts by local interests to improve sugar production and late improvements at the land.
A muddled report from Mudgee describes a rate collection rally and notes the council’s effort to raise £440. The Guardian cites blame, urgency, and the need for timely payments as residents face payment deadlines.
Historic editorial notes looming loans as a burden on future generations. It outlines a July 15 meeting of the Loan Council with Acting Treasurer Mr Menides, reviewing government budgets for 1897 to cover deficits, works programs for 1897-98, and debt adjustment for 1897-98. It expects Queensland and Western Australia to balance budgets, while total borrowing may be just under 1,900,000, with a split between works and debt adjustment.
In the qualifying round for the Lub RH event, Don Weight won the handicap division at Mt wax with solid scores. Romulo and Kintey led A and C grades respectively, while standings featured several players including Mitorland, Bayldon, and W. Boot in tight races as organizers prepare for the next round.
The parish notices list Holy Communion times at multiple churches including Killah Cesar Harty. Parishes announce services in the early morning and evening with references to June dates and local clergy. Catholic and Anglican duties appear alongside parish events and jubilees in various locales and times.
An OCR fragment lists Methodist and congregational events in Wingham area. Mentions reorganization efforts for Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and names several individuals with unclear roles, dates, and local congregations. Readers are left with scattered references to services and pastors.
A reader recounts severe rheumatism suffering and relief after seeking a free booklet, noting marked improvement over two years. The account highlights a belief in self-help remedies and the promise of a free guide. The text reflects a period promotional style with urgent appeals and personal testimony.
A local eye care event is announced at Walker's Pharmacy in Taree. An optometrist from Walaho's Ph 7 Wingham will offer daytime visits on August 18. Appointments recommended to secure a slot.
The Western Lands Board conducted a ballot at Walgett Court House for ten original land blocks in the Western Division near Walgett. About 4550 applications were renewed, 2158 admitted to the ballot. Names of successful entrants include Norman McLeod Hopman Nyngan, A Wilkie Drysdale, Timmons Theverell, Murdoch Walgett, M Penfold Doytler, Usher Booroom Walgett, F Martin Ryistone, J R Loughrey Tambar Springs, and others from Cobar Bourke and surrounding areas.
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