In  The Daily Advertiser, compiled by the Wagga Wagga and District Historical Society 25 and 50 years ago and What’s on in history

Throughout the “war to end all wars,” cats were a common sight in the trenches and aboard ships, where they hunted mice and rats. Beyond their “official” duties, they were also embraced as mascots and pets by the soldiers and sailors with whom they served.

The original aim of The War Graves Photographic Project was to photograph every war grave, individual memorial, Ministry of Defence grave, and family memorial of serving military personnel from WWI to the present day.

The Scouting movement spread rapidly following its establishment by Lord Baden Powell in the UK in 1907 and was established in Wagga Wagga by 1914.

At the time of World War I, newspapers were the main source of news for communities throughout the Riverina. Even very small towns boasted their own newspaper.

Every ANZAC Day we remember them. We walk past the monuments in their honour, perhaps even glancing at the names carved in stone. The exhibition He belonged to Wagga: our Anzac story (1914 – 1919) puts a human face to these names. He belonged to Wagga… but who was he?

The latest local history book written by Sherry Morris is “The Beautiful Game: A History of Wagga Wagga Football (Soccer)” The book will be officially launched on Saturday 13 September, 2014 in the Pacific Lounge, Wagga RSL Club.

Here is some excellent general guidance on how to access the vast amount of information held by State Records. It also provides links to where other resources may be found in New South Wales and Australia.

Recently in our Daily Advertiser “In the Past” feature we made reference to the Wagga High School Prefects Ball of 50 years ago. Former School Captain, Peter Dale, advises that the Leaving Certificate Class of 1964 has arranged a reunion for later this year.

Members are reminded that the Societies AGM will be held on 15th September at 7.30pm at the Museum of the Riverina, Willans Hill site.