10 Aug 1937
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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 10, 1937
Page
1
The page lists Church of England service times at multiple parishes including Renfrew Rasrton, Lin ley, and Pastoral details for Rev A. Brawe with morning and evening services. It also includes a Presbyterian notice for Aug 15 and a Moon phase calendar with new moon and quarter dates, plus high tide times for the area.
A report from May records a narrow escape involving Harry Lavell of Caste tody and other unnamed locals. Witnesses describe a chaotic scene as burning debris and ripped items were scattered around the event site, while investigators seek the reasons behind the upheaval and identify those involved.
Fragments describe a convent annual ball with plans for a large supper, entertainment, and decorations. Names and places appear scrambled, but reference to a May event, a division hall, and preparations for a notable gathering are noted along with several unclear participants.
Fragmentary OCR style notes describe a presentation by Frank Thame Hm and Me, praising recipient and showing mixed names and phrases. Several lines mention a blacken tag and a possible event with Kak Maul Le Rear Wott, but the text is heavily garbled and lacks a coherent narrative or verifiable facts.
An incoherent OCR snippet references a court matter with mentions of fines, defendants, and multiple proper names. The text jumbles dates, places, and individuals, mentioning Grattan Vollre Court and Paramount, with unclear actions and outcomes. The fragment lacks a coherent narrative to extract a clear outcome or charges.
A Sunday football dispute near Bathinaty escalates with threats and a warning. Witnesses report heated exchanges and a tense scene as authorities prepare for possible action at the venue.
A fragmented report describes a boat race or voyage involving Turner and Conon Sina, with references to a station, boats, and stream events. The text mentions a journey, roles, and nearby locations but lacks coherent details. Names like Sutures Bt, SMW, Me FOOtDAN, and Matta ae dim appear with uncertain context.
At a Coramba P and C meeting officials faced resignations and new nominations. Mr T Z Manmulay and Mr Bisguelling served as president and vice president, with Mrs Gain tendering resignation. The group planned to contact local authorities about proposed changes to school boundaries and new roles. The meeting noted low turnout and discussed ongoing service duties and future staffing.
A Woolgoolga accident resulted in widow J Whittow and her daughter Mina Lula Yon being severely injured. The event, described through fragmentary OCR, notes a sudden crash and subsequent injuries including a concussion and broken arm. Witnesses report desperate efforts as emergency services were called and the injured were transported for medical care.
The adjourned meeting of the local council at Coffs Harbour was postponed to a future date. Minutes show a plan for a new street funding scheme and public works approvals, with attendance and motions to be tabled.
An entry notes enrolment details for electors and ratepayers with names and local authorities. The notice specifies notification procedures and the council chamber for inquiries, citing authorities and dates around August. The legible segments reference council offices and public information channels for enrolment confirmation.
Convent schools hosted the annual Ballinger sports meet with events across Mambuers, Cotte Harbour and Dorrigo. Winners include Cela Harbour Genvant and Bowraville tied for top honors in the Muyaisal Drill Cup, with performances across junior and senior divisions and special motor conveyances transporting participants.
Dinny Duggan reports a serious accident affecting a crew including 18 year old Sara and others. Emergency responders handled injuries at the scene near the river, with references to a vessel and local authorities. The battered scene includes mention of a Mr Dural and a city detly unit, and a long, unclear account of the event.
Weather update notes showers in Lowry County while a crowded field of names and events hints at a local sports meeting. The garbled text references a hospital and a novelty wall display, with limited readable results and score-like fragments.
A fragmented clipping notes Grower Federation in Spd porte na follows cvenming tankets. Regulation graded Aen and VBws mentioned. Prices show details and shifts with references to Adelaide Market. The piece references quality traits and age in pricing signals.
Fragmented OCR text describes a sports meeting with names, events, and results but is largely garbled. It mentions a Clarence River Jockey event, various competitors, and scoring details, yet specifics are unreadable.
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