19 Nov 1940
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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 19, 1940
Page
1
A fragmented column from The Wingham Chronicle features pithy maxims on truth war drought and human nature, interwoven with a pub chat between Dick Mick and a man with a large pipe. The piece ends with a joke about a gin bottle and a volcanic crater reference.
Henry Turner a longtime Wingham resident and trader died at his daughter's residence after illness. He was born near Manchester and moved to Wingham where he ran a farm and mercantile ventures, engaged in auctions, and supported the local public school and Boy Scouts. He served as a director in local enterprises and left a notable community imprint with his financial acumen and civic involvement.
Newth seized control of the company but remains in office as funeral services are held for deceased Jeaynn and three other men. The North Sydney mourners include JT Moore and Tomer, with services at the Northern Suburbs Crematorium on Friday morning. The clergyman presiding is Reverend Ayscouh.
In a messy OCR note from Mery Airpost, details about the Queen Mary ship are outlined. It cites bunker tankage of 500 tons and fuel oil use averaging 40 round trips yearly between Southampton and New York. The letter claims total petrol consumption for New South Wales equals about half the state’s annual use, with figures on passenger capacity and engine power.
Mid October data from Glow eater Cooperative Dairy Co Ltd shows production of 153,140.16 pounds of chocolate butter and 413 pounds second grade. Suppliers' payments totaled 11 per cent to seat and for second type. Output rose to ER729.27, with a 38 percent increase vs last year and a 19 percent rise over September.
The article describes a merging wedding on a Saturday in early 1900s attire with detailed gown, bouquet, and ceremonial notes. It lists the bride Margaret Lowi and groom Roy C. Rinkemary with family and attendants, the church setting, and reception details including flowers, cake, and gifts.
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