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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 28, 1920
Page
1
Dr. Earle Page outlines a financing scheme for telecommunication lines to secure operating costs and construction expenses. The proposal includes guarantees, bonds, and repayment terms over seven years with provision for refunds if lines prove profitable. It also mentions fundraising and social event details tied to a parish stall and entertainment.
A Sunday memorial service at Candowie marked Anzac Day with 75 soldiers in uniform, returned soldiers badges, and a large crowd. The event included a public display at the recreation ground, a band, and a reading linking fallen heroes to courage and sacrifice. Proceeds from gate takings and auctions were expected to aid a local hospital, with events continuing Monday.
A crowded Monday evening ball at Gul oo Avenc Ball featured a large Australian ensign decor on stage. The event included Mrs Reed and Mrs Franklin’s dance program, nurse uniforms, and a substantial buffet by Ke W Griffin. A Requiem View was offered at the Cangle Church Monday morning for Australian soldiers who fell at Gallipoli.
An early business notice outlines shipping and supply capabilities. It states Sydney warehouse prices plus freight and notes agency ties with Massey Harris machinery and famous paints. It positions the firm as reliable for protective fire and accident insurance and supplier of country goods.
A street stall event organized as a fundraiser for the local hospital succeeded in collecting goods and donations. The stallholders express gratitude to numerous donors including C Dudgeon and several unnamed contributors for their support.
Spreple expressed appreciation for the cordial welcome at the aid table, noting the hospitality, cabin mood, and the support he expects from solicitors.
Mr W Maston of Karangi scored well in the poultry section winning Grete for White Leghorn cockere and pullet and other prizes. He collected fifteen primes at the district show, marking an excellent record. Mr Brook of Coramba also exhibited successfully with entries across categories.
A fragmented notice reports a gathering on a Thursday in Upper Orere to form a Co operative Trading Society. Caution due to rain delayed attendance and a second adjourned session planned for Monday March 10 at 7 30 pm in Lypper Orere Hall with attendees named only vaguely.
A fragmentary note describes a community drive by the Diggers for hospital support and wartime relief. Despite unreadable portions, the text signals a determined campaign linked to Anzac efforts and youth volunteers.
The items describe an antiseptic liniment with claims to treat cuts burns and rashes. It notes potential risks and urges caution, suggesting medical guidance for severe or persistent symptoms and warning against improper use. The text references a brand name and general healing claims common to patent medicine advertisements.
Fragmentary passage describes a flag, a wowed procession, and a remark by Father Van Kiel. It mentions a line from a hymn “Happy are those who die in the Lord” and references various linguistically garbled terms and names. The readable elements point to a religious or funeral context with unclear surrounding details.
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