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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 30, 1942
Page
2
Fragmentary poem-like text recounts colors from Kilawarn potatoes and notes praise to those who planted them, mentioning ground chat and workers. The readable fragment hints at a rural or agricultural origin with emphasis on cultivation and gratitude to laborers.
A lively homecoming event gathered Bolan and nearby residents as Mr HW Brewer and others returned from the Middle East. Attendees enjoyed a full evening of dancing andremarks, with Private Jace Miller thanking those who supported the soldiers. The chair explained proceedings, and the crowd later shared a supper and music, ending around 3 4.
A wedding anniversary notice recalls Mr and Mrs Georges Aaywars of Jeers Toland Manning River celebrating sixty years of marriage. The couple wed in Tarve On June 1 and enjoyed an afternoon with family at their old home. Grandchildren and relatives attended, with a pink and white attire theme and a toast to the couple.
The Seventh Annual Wingham Methodist Girls Comradeship Bird Fair opened in the Methodist School Hall in Wingham. Officials and local figures led the afternoon event with speeches and plans to support church work, thanking volunteers and inviting wider community participation.
A partial fragment discusses an appeal about presence and conduct with mentions of a person named Aineas TM Ad and references to a supply of revealing material for young men. It notes a desire to continue discussion and hints at a future Chronicle letter.
In Sydney on Thursday a divorce petition by Mrs In Bell Jean Richards against Henry Tarael Runharse was heard in the divorce court. The judge found adultery proven after witnesses testified and granted a decree nisi with the respondent ordered to pay costs. Counsel for the petitioner appeared with J Balad and Butterworth and Cowan acted as agents.
The item covers engagements and family announcements including Mollynya Ward, Eastwood, and Albert Langley’s family, plus multiple notices of farewells and hospital matters. It notes Lt Ward’s WWI service and other local civic figures, with sporadic updates on residents from Wingham and Oberon areas. The blend reflects community life, health, and social events across districts.
Notice outlines a church schedule for July in Maitland district with talks on confirmations and ceremonial duties led by the Bishop. It lists times, minor ceremonies, and related administration for the parish during July, including confirmation rites and services.
Breaches of petrol ration rules led to fines for several individuals. Pemmre and two others faced penalties for possessing or using petrol beyond their rations, with one man fined £5 12s and another fined 0 63 100 cewts for tampering. A railway official testimony suggested obtaining necessary permits at a station.
Albert Emmerem and the Forster family mourn the loss of their 18 year old son who died after an illness. He served in the war era with diligence and was admired by superiors and peers. A public funeral was held at the Church of England, with Rev RV Ranington officiating. The district shares in the bereavement.
Fragmentary report details soldiers and air force personnel in Wingham, with names such as Roo Herriman and others connected to the Volunteer Defence Corps and local units. Mentions training, ceremonies, and a planned conference, amid references to World War II era service activities.
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