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Lachlan (Forbes, Parkes, Cowra) · Floods & storms

Floods & storms, 1932

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Heavy Storm at Eugowra

Western Champion · Thursday 17 March 1932 · page 9

Our correspondent writes: A further bountiful fall of rain fell over the early part of the week. The storm which took place on Tuesday…

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As the Storm God Saw Us

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 18 March 1932 · page 1

Last Tuesday afternoon a remarkable rain-storm hurst over Forbes. The water came down in swirling sheets that travelled in a zig-zag fashion. Gutters became miniature floods, pedestrians were soaked to the skin, and at least one motor lorry was unable to proceed. Did the Storm God…

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Rain Storm Awe at Eugowra Aeroplane's Struggle EUGOWRA

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 18 March 1932 · page 3

A further bountiful fall of rain came over the early part of the week. The storm which took place on Tuesday evening was…

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An Exciting Day Snake Coiled Around Local Resident’s Leg Who Is Later Stuck in a Flooded Creek

Cowra Free Press · Friday 18 March 1932 · page 3

His experiences on Wednesday last are likely to live long in the memory of Mr. Aub. Egan, a carter In the employ of…

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The Back Creek Storm

Cowra Free Press · Tuesday 22 March 1932 · page 2

The receent storm at Back Creek was a blessing in disguise to many Cowra[?] who were able to get their supply of wood for the winter…

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Miscellaneous in the House. Storm Damage, Grenfell

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Thursday 24 March 1932 · page 4

Mr. C. E. Martin: Is the Colonial Secretary aware that a storm of most unusual severity occurred in Grenfell last Tuesday week, causing…

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Shire Council Storm Cr. Costello Threatened Immediate Resignation

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Wednesday 20 April 1932 · page 4

At the meeting of Lachlan Shire Council last Friday week, Cr. J. P. Costello, of Lake Cargelligo, rose to his feet as soon as the minutes of the previous…

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Relief for Flooded Settlers

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 3 May 1932 · page 4

The Minister for Lands (Mr. Tully) is preparing legislation for the relief of settlers who are unable to work their holdings owing floods…

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Storms in Perth. Serious Washaways (By Wire) Sydney

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 31 May 1932 · page 1

A Perth (W.A.) messages States: Strong gales, with heavy rain, were experienced during the week end At Pingelly two washaways, 50 feet…

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Terrific Storm Awe-inspiring Sight Sweeps Over Eugowra EUGOWRA. Wednes

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 8 July 1932 · page 6

Following last week's terrific frosts we have had balmy warm days. Early yesterday morning we had a short shower, then clear skies. In the…

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Floods in Vic. Worst for Many Years Houses Abandoned (By Wire) Sydney

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 12 July 1932 · page 1

A message from Melbourne states that the worst floods for many years are reported from East Gippsland…

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Kitchener’s Groom Wife Claims for Death During Storm

Cowra Free Press · Friday 15 July 1932 · page 4

Groom to Lord Kitchener on his expedition to Afghanistan, Isaac Carrington Gibbs was killed while mustering sheep near…

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Evolution & the Flood Sunday Night Lecture

Cowra Free Press · Tuesday 19 July 1932 · page 1

It is a remarkable fact that many of the nations of antiquity, including Egypt, Babylonia, India, China Greece, the Druids of Great Britain,…

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Hail and Storms Damage in City and Country (By Wire) Sydney

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 2 August 1932 · page 1

A terrific hailstorm, which did a good deal of damage was experienced in the Thirroul-Bellambi district yesterday…

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Fires and Floods Death and Destruction in China (By Wire) Sydney

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 2 August 1932 · page 1

A cable from Hongkong states:—More than 200 persons are dead, and damage was caused to the extent of 1,000,000 dollars, by hoods and fires…

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Variable Weather Hail and Rain Storms BEDGERABONG, Thurs

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 5 August 1932 · page 6

A slight rise occurred in the river during the early part of the week, and was followed by a corresponding fall. The weather has been most…

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Floods in W.A. Exciting Experiences When Effecting Rescues (By Wire) Sydney

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 12 August 1932 · page 1

A message from Perth states:—during the recent floods residents of Toora had an exciting experience…

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Snow Storm In Blue Mountains (By Wire) Sydney

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 16 August 1932 · page 1

An extensive snowstorm occurred in the Blue mountains yesterday. Heavy falls were also reported in Victoria, where yesterday was the…

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Floods in N.Z. Worst for 20 Years (By Wire) Sydney

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 30 August 1932 · page 1

A. cable from Wellington, N.Z., elates that heavy rains have fallen in many parts. At Wairaapa the downfall was the…

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Our "Cyclone" Victory at Condo

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 9 September 1932 · page 3

"Cyclone" Hon Wallace, who figured in the ring at Forbes when boxing was In full swing, put in an appearance at Condobolin the other…

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