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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 30, 1936
Page
2
The brief notes a dated January 30 entry in the Wingham Chronicle with a brief mention of local events and a cryptic reference to a SEFEE Pen. Limited readable details suggest a minor community update or notice from the Wingham area.
Fragmentary notes reveal a heated discussion on land settlement, funding, and road construction. References name government bodies, proposals for extensive aid to families, and calls for timely action to accelerate development plans amid political tension.
Frayed OCR lists committee elections, building plans, and annual meeting proposals. Members discuss steward roles, delegate appointments, and possible use of Agricultural Grounds for a future event, with remarks on funding, timber purchases, and caretaker arrangements.
An OCR fragment describes a meeting where attendees were enthusiastic about a plan to clean up an area and a committee considered expectations. The text is garbled but implies a future step or decision and an event involving a bail or approval.
Police identified the body found in a wardrobe as Arthur Béolt, 26, a man with a varied work history including stook take, pantryman, and baker. The case links to Mabel Goodman. authorities note prior suspicious activity and unclear motive.
A fatal accident at Burdock leaves a man dead. Authorities remove the body for formal proceedings while an official inquest or inquest-like inquiry is planned to determine the cause of the tragedy and report findings.
Fragmentary text references Presbyterians and a cemetery at Taper Katee with a pioneer Cler era, noting graves and a desire to quit something and a Wad Bin. The readable content is highly garbled with missing names and places.
Fragmentary text refers to Mr R J Robinson Inuit Trays and a tune titled The WineHun Chremiple with names Sosa Wingham Wre Rede and W Drower of Ringham, noting undertaker arrangements and a Tuneral event.
Fragment discusses a Parramatta resident named Cochrane and a wedding in Wingham in 1901. Mentions funeral rites, a person named Arshibelt Gtron, and survivors including Anna and Amy. Inconsistent spelling and many errors obscure full facts.
Walter J Cochrane died after a collapse while visiting Hill Dairies. He was born in Winsham and survived by his wife Doll Annie Cochrane of Burwood and Joshua Cochrane. Funeral arrangements were not fully clear in the readable text. The notice expresses deep sympathy for the bereaved family.
The obituary notes the death of Mr John Bishop at Cedar Party Mead near Wingham on Sunday morning June 28 1094 after a long illness. He was a respected figure in Manning district, born in Dario, married to Miss Anglis, and a lifelong resident of The Wolke Milabakth and Wingham area. Survived by family members including Mrs William Blahop and Mr Albert Blahop among others. funeral arrangements not detailed.
The obituary recalls John Bishop who died years ago, with details of his lineage. It notes the funeral occurred in the Church of Rowland and Wolatakh cemetery, and mentions mourners including Mrs Marty Wicherés and others from Wing ham. The service was simple and representative, with Mr Hf Brewer of Wingham arranging arrangements.
Auction notices announce sales in Wingham on 2 July with seating and event details. Local buyers and bidders are invited to participate as items are offered for public sale and bidding concludes promptly.
Fragmentary note from Wonderful Wingham section praising the birth of Gwen Cove at Carlyle Private Hospital. Mentions Mr and Mrs lnk of Winghead as parents and conveys祝 best wishes for newborn twins and family.
At Wimbledon Australians in singles fell in straight sets as Germany dominated with a quick win. Other results include Crawford and Grant in mixed finishes and doubles action seeing pro teams advancing amid a tense schedule.
Fragmented notice outlines nomination and voting process for the Upper Manning A H community association committee. Mentions candidates and sections, with unclear spellings and disrupted phrases. No clear dates or full names.
Mr T A Richardson secretary advertises the next meeting of the Wingham Boy Scouts Association for Monday. The notice refers to a cottage in Wingham and mentions Mr Richardon and Tuckey in related notices.
A large gathering of local residents and visitors attended the Scouts Own Service near the Boy Scouts Association hall. Prominent attendees included Mr Hummcolt and Mrs AC Bent with the No Ladies Committee, plus officers W Vaughan and evangelist ADNENCE, as a fuller report is promised for Friday.
A garbled 19th century newspaper fragment covers a meeting at Camden Maren factory and court actions. It mentions a Mr Blanco and various legal cases including a divorce claim, a Chinese art note, printer’s history, and quotations on innovation. The text blends oblique references to people, places, and era-specific topics with numerous transcription errors.
Local briefs report community tidbits from Wingham and surrounding districts. Notices include engagements and family milestones, tributes, celebrations, and council feetings with names such as Miss Ivy Bulley and Mr. Arnold McGil. A farewells item notes Miss McPherson’s return to work after illness.
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