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Newspaper

Armidale Chronicle

Location

Armidale, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Oct 02, 1926

Page

9

Pleasant Day Outing at Kellys Plains Sports Meeting

The Kellys Plains field hosted a Wednesday sports meeting to aid Hell funds with strong attendance from Armidale figures. Events included pony and donkey races, handicap sprints, throwing, and novelty contests, plus a successful hall dance and donor acknowledgments for prizes and cash contributions from local residents and businesses.

Kelly's Plains Hell Funds Meumy Chifeng Armidale Eurica Amaol Mgr. T. Bowards Judee W. Nolroway Hornese Harsis J. Loker Mr. M'Millan F. Beker Nh. N'Millen L. Lasker Parkinson Witkes P. Coogan Buffera C. White M. Paint J. Lasker, Jr Mice MM. Patel Miss Thorpe M- Parsons Danshire C. Fenton C. Aizon Turkey A. Gamerén Pisher Fisher M. Perrott Kelly's Plains Hall Wiair O. Fitzgerald Upton Holloway J.lapker

Ashford Railway Authority to Construct

Inverell Times reports a letter from MLA A McGilland stating the Minister for Public Works will prepare an Authorising Bill for the Ashford railway and aims to submit it to Parliament in the current session. The note credits McGilland with active advocacy for North West interests.

Inverell A. McGielland forewell-Ashford MacCleland North-West

Gasworks debate in Armidale Council over expert inquiry

At Armidale City Council Monday, Alderman Margin Stephens urged retaining an expert to study gasworks. The council delayed, and Alderman Holan proposed deferring action. Sullivan pressed for a committee of inquiry on manufacture and management as costs rise, with residents distrustful of current operations and seeking decisive action.

Ald Margin Stephens Ats Jos Sullivan Armidale Glen Innes Moe Rial Gan Werke Ena Werke Omanaeer Ila

Presentation to Mr Palmer at Guy Fawkes celebration

A festive evening in Mr Chant's hall honored Mr Palmer of Maroon Dieu, late of Guy Fawkes. The event featured a concert by local children, a toast and crank presentation, dancing, and performances by Miss Winn and others with decorative flags and flowers.

Palmer Ti. Chant Palmac Maroon Dieu Guy Fawkes Focal Children Chant Mr. Palmer Hebsl Guy Pawkes Ming ‘Winn Misa Sales Misa Gil Mr. M'Intyre D. Winn N.C Gut

Government Wins as Assembly Passes Confidence Motion

After Mr Malon’s speech in the Assembly on Thursday Health Minister Mr Cano moved the gar motion amid protests. The motion carried and Mr Foster’s amendment to the confidence motion was rejected by 3 votes to 36. Mr Bavin’s motion was defeated 45 to 25 and Parliament will not reassemble until next Thesis week.

Malon Cano Gar Foster Bavin Partament Empire Delea

Policeman Killed When Patrol Car Crashes

Five police officers were thrown from a patrol car in a crash at one o’clock this morning in Commercial Food Province. Constable Joy Corrie wireless operator, was among those seriously injured and died three hours later.

Fatrol Pallies Pitrola Tramway

Armidale News Highlights Local Events and Notices

Local items report the Goldenta fea prize won by J Klefar jun of Armidale for a proverb, births and marriages tally at the Acm twin Court House, and a note on sheep theft alerts. Garden fete for Memorial Hostel, municipal road funding discussion, and a motor service between Armidale and Guyra are announced. Nellie Stanton concert and a garden fete at De La Salle College are described along with a Ford roci-plant demonstration. A court damages case, the death of a former clergyman, and local figures are noted.

Acm Twin Court House W. A. Jones Uralls Mir P. W. Milner A. Woodward Armidale Sovevel Guyra Tinzha Cors Armidete Woodward Noddan-street Marsh-straet Nellie Stanton Gronk Sarvees Town Hall Miss Binnton Conservatorium Berhie Weaver Harry Weaver Miss Stanton Sydney Armidalisns Lamhe Walota Arm'del Wollarmambl Fle AN Hor Gnyrs Glen Innes Pneilinn Northern ‘Tourists’ Assontation Lamble Det- Solla Northern Association DE LA Salle College de le Salle Bellese Dones Nixon Maidigan Smith G. M'Cosker Winlett J. Laurence Es A. Cashman Kelty -Hed Doors Lee Aly San Sontt Nes, Goe J. Haydon Prince Bro Benignus Tolesey B. Hirschberg Ann Haren L. Bille Talan T. Cus Tibepatrick E. Corey B. WD

Weather forecast for Sydney shows changing conditions

The latest forecast from Sydney expects fine and warmer conditions with showers developing in the southwest during the week. A spread of unsettled weather is anticipated, bringing variable winds and possible cooler spells as fronts move through.

Sydney

Armidale Social Notes Span Weddings Deaths and Visits

Local Armidale society includes engagements at Drurpor Street and The Avmible, with Nellie Stusiien and others returning to Armidale. Notables attend engagements, visits to Sydney, and a Catholic Bishop’s House ceremony. The church and hospital events include the burial of William Madden and the passing of Patrick Dooley. Rev Henry Howard seeks funds for a Theological College and will preach at Methodist services.

Henry Howard Methodist Conference Armidale Leigh College Council Weve Theological College Howard E. Parkles

North Coast Forests Threatened by Lerp and Mistletoe

The North Coast forests of New South Wales face extinction from lerp and mistletoe infestations. Ironbark and teak spread, trees wither as pest damage grows, with smoke and bush fires the only checks. Unless an economical control emerges soon, prized timber will become memory. Call 89 for an appointment Solomons Studios.

Nori Casal New South Wales Solomons’ Studios

Epsom Handicap Favorites and Entries Shown

The listing for the Epsom Handicap shows Limerick as the pronounced favorite with Ramplon of class second, ahead of Amoums and others. Key contenders include Balbus, Pigeon Pie, Stony, Hampden, and Moon’s Wedding Eve, with Royal Ta and Amusement among notable entrants.

Fon Moon Hampden Mecateod Limerick Ramplon Reron

Wool Sales Show Good Quality and Strong Demand

Sydney Friday market reports good quality wool in demand with Goldsbrough Mort selling 7 200 bales at auction. Prices remain firm with strong competition and broad fleece prices around seven per cent below top values. Several named buyers and stations across Moree Willow Tree Cobar Meramorth Gilgandra and Bremeroo show varied bids and sales figures.

Sydney Goldsbrough Mort EK. W. Mores Moree EH. J. Berwick Willow Tree MeQosker A.B. Slark Smith Guopedoh Trigga Cobar Weetevis Pastoral Coy Merah Eorth Hol Over Manéot H.G. Inee Gil

Gunman Taken to Reception House in Sydney

Police last night arrested a young man believed to waylay two men with a revolver, one near Maniy and another in North Sydney. He was taken to the Reception House for questioning.

Sydney Maniy North Sydney

Two Major Collieries Idle Over Demand at Pelaw Main

Two of Australia’s largest collieries the Pelaw Main and Kiln Main employ about 2000 men and are idle. Miners refused to accept managements demand to restrict the Pelaw Main output, making reopening of the mine seem unworkable.

Ovtuz Peluw Main Kichwend Main Pelaw Main

Flight to Islands Question Postponement Raised

The Acting Minister for Defence asks if Captain Williams flight to the Islands should be cautioned and postponed until next year. The issue centers on delaying the voyage and awaiting a more suitable time.

Sydney Defence Williams

Trade Development Conference Planned in Sidney

A conference between delegates of the Empire Forniamenary Aggueration and the Federal conf State mambra is set for Sidney on Wednesday next. The meeting will discuss trade and economic development.

Oiecussion S Srdney Empire Forniamenary Aggueration Conf Mambra Sidneyv

Boxer Dies After Stadium Fight

Sydney, Priday, Bertoald Murphy were injured in a boxing bout at the stadium on Wednesday. Murphy died early this morning from injuries sustained in the fight.

Sydney Priday Bertoald Murphy Wedoreday

Aeroplane Mishap In Training Flight Near Melbourne

An air force Aeroplane from the Fount Cook Flying School on a training flight between Werribee and Laverton suffered damage during landing. Cadet Branch piloted the craft but the accident left the aircraft damaged while the pilot remained unharmed.

Melbourne Onzoze Werribee Laverton Air Force Fount Cook Flying School Milehan Mury

Woman Perishes in Melbourne House Fire

An elderly woman named Lily Gravte-an, residing at North Piteray Melbourne, was burned to death when her house caught fire this morning. It is thought she was preparing breakfast when her clothes caught fire.

Lily Gravte North Piteray Melbourne

Estate of Sir Timothy Coghlan Probate in New South Wales

The New South Wales portion of the estate of Sir Timothy Coghlan formerly Agent General for New South Wales to London is reported for probate with value around £43,197. The notice appears in Friday’s publication as part of probate proceedings.

N.G. Wales Scdney New South Wales Timothy Coghlan London

Australia Backward on Cattle Raising Says Conference

Mr Bedgery told the Animal Husbandry Conference that in the meat industry Australia lags behind other nations, noting comparatives in cattle raising and daily outputs. The speech underscored concerns about production efficiency and export competitiveness.

Australia Bedgery

Robbers Arrested in Sydney Salon Robberies

Police in plain clothes arrested two men in Sydney on charges of armed robbery after raids on nine salons along George Street. A later search at Manly yielded jewellery and stolen goods. Detectives believe other suburban robberies may be solved.

Sydney Pri George Stredt Manly Wank

Ferocious Fight Leaves Two Injured Lodgers

In a drunken brawl at a boarding house in Darlinghurst two men fought over cover. Sean severely injured and in hospital after stitches. a second man escaped with a deep wound to the forehead. Both involved are lodgers, including Arthur Craft 408, an Italian, who was also injured. The assailant was charged with assault.

Sean Sedney Pricny Darlinghurst Wiscontent Hospital Arthur Craft Duin Asaiolt Sbiet

Man Committed for Trial in Perth Murder Case

Police committed Breed Behoudd for trial at the Pall Mall court on charges connected to the death of her roommate Henry Millard. The arresting officers say she accused Millard of causing her misfortune and alleged he poisoned his water with strychnine.

Perth Breed Palles Henry Millard

Local Government Conference backs pasture protection boards shift

The Local Government Conference passed by 68 to 47 a resolution urging the government to abolish Pastures Protection Boards and transfer their powers and duties to Municipal and Shire Councils.

Ardney Local Government Conference Nhalleh Pastures Protection Boards

Man in Critical Condition After Nighttime Assault

Adam Huegil was found unconscious near a picture theatre at Ramerate around midnight and rushed to a hospital in critical condition with a concussion and probable skull fracture. Police later arrested two young men on suspicion of grievous bodily harm.

Sydney Adam Huegil Ramerate

Death Sentence Stands after Appeal Reversal

Clarke castigated as the Perth Court of Appeal unanimously dismissed the convinction of William Coulter and Phillip Treffone who were sentenced to death for the murder of Waleh and Pitman. The Chief Justice said the verdict was satisfactory, while remarks called Evans Clarke outside the path of respectable and honest persons.

Clarke Perth William Coulter Phillip Treffone Waleh Pitman Court of Appeal Evans Clarke Mig Honor

Fight Hour Day Promoters Eye Monday Ambitions

Promoters of the Eight Hour Day express cautious jubilation over prospects for Monday. They warn that weak public backing could force discontinuance of celebrations. A Labour official notes dwindling public support amid general apathy.

Bydney Pridar Labour

Tragic Wedding Where Proomemen Found Dead

At St Marys Cathedral a wedding party ended with Noel Meagher found dead at the bride’s parents residence. Police say he slipped from a stone wall and struck his head after leaving a marquee area in darkness. Workmen discovered his body next morning during marquee dismantling.

Omsman Mr. Meagher

Swedes End in Sydney Suicide Cyanide Poisoning

Police report a cyanide poisoning death in Sydney on Friday near midnight. Oscar et al 57 was found at home in Alexandria after a night of drinking. investigators say long unemployment preceded the incident.

Sydney Oscaret Alex Allen

Fatality at Newport as man is struck by wave

A 80 year old man, A. C. Baxhon of the firm A. C. Boxton and Sone Ltd, was struck by a large wave off Newport yesterday. Rescue attempts failed and the body has not been recovered. Witnesses described a man knocked overboard and lost in the sea.

Patrick Dooley Sone Ween Uralla Minia Father McGrath Tom Sviney Priday Newport A.C. Baxhon Nemcinal A. C. Boxton and Sone. Ltd Soockel Gorton

Claim on Life Policy Brings Victoria Supreme Court Case

The text reports a claim involving the Life Society of Melbourne in a Victorian Supreme Court matter. Cole and Beare, solicitors for the City Life Society, file for £90 as a sum against a life policy for the Ste Clement Jobs, De Garis.

Supreme Court of Victoria Cole and Beare Collins-strest Melbourne Ste Clement Jobs de Goris

Alexandria Markets Latest Quotations Report

Market report from Alexandria listing prices for various goods and commodities. Notes include cheese, honey, wax, oats, potatoes, onions, maize and other items with varying prices and denominations.

Aney Alacandris

Beater anblay Cobham Touraday Interview at Marseille

The interviewee Cobham, in Marseille, expresses gladness to be near the end of his voyage. He notes many landings on his return helped him study the strengths of air services, and mentions the voyage from Athens to Naples as particularly challenging yet formative.

Beater Anblay Landis Touraday Cobham Marseilies Smirner Bis Rengthy Air Services Bag

Mystery Airship at Parting top Agrodrome Raises Secrecy

Reuters reports on a mysterious airship linked to the India Australia service with armed concerns hindering approach to a forward base. The mooring mast and upper framework are finished, over 400 employees bound to secrecy, while details remain scarce.

Reuter London Daily Express Wava

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