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Coffs Harbour Advocate

Location

Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Aug 12, 1949

Page

4

Coffs Bowls Pairs Final Goes Extra Ends

Gorton and Simmon defeated Murphy and Rippon 18 to 16 after an a 21st end to decide the Pairs Championship at Coffs Bowling Club. The match swung with leads traded and a final two-shot finish gave Gorton and Simmon the title amid generally low scoring across 22 ends.

Coffs R. Gorton W. Simmon J. Murphy L. Ripp Simmon Gorton Murphy Rippon Hughes Jeffreys Hatch Melittas Hutton Buckler Manuel Bowles Gilchrist de Buckler McGregor Baille Brodie D Cocker Wallace Mesdames Hatch Reddadcliff Brewis Harrison Mesdames Fogarty Dowling Lowery Mesdames Thompson Sackley Short Mesdames Thompson McCaskill Mackay Mesdames Wood Simmond Mesdames Gentle Fanning

Canterbury entries quick race card note

Canterbury 12.30 counts Bourbon and Count y Aulone while 1.30 features Clive and Purple Prince. At 2.30 Persian Prince and Midwife show, then 3.5 Plausible and Hava Chat with Amar and Apple Lad at 4.15. Frolicsome and Buzmark noted.

Bourbon County Aulone Clive Purple Prince Amar Apple Lad Buzmark

Lightweight jockey shortage affects Coffs Jockey Club meet

Jockeys able to ride at 7st 7lb are scarce causing scratches at Coffs Jockey Club. From next meeting the minimum weight rises to 8st for most races. A trial 1.25 mile race is planned for September to aid stayers if owners and trainers support it.

Coffs Jockey Club

Rugged rugby clash excites Sawtell crowds

Sawtell rugby league match drew strong local support as two spirited teams battled in rugged fashion. Fay Sawtell and Shirley Mulis each scored a try while Dot Cook leveled the defense with a strong fullback tackle. Referee Swanpy Irwinson kept calm through the lively play. Funds raised supported the Miss Australia Quest nominee Fay Sawtell.

Fay Savwtell Sawhell Shirley Mulis Cells Dot Cook Sawtell Vic Hey Coffs Harbour Ivy Mellwos Isla Fern Daisy McKwain Betty Johnson Gloria Jones Gladys Jones Myra John Mary Flatts Shirley Mills Bers Platts Fay Sawtell de Cook Cambridge Cock ] Worland S. Wells Kerr Shirley Worland Nela Jingsor Glenn Brown N Dawson T Capararo Swanpy Irwhnson Miss Fay Sawtell

Upper Orara Football Notes Preview Two Round Clash

Upper Orara notes preview second round Orara League matches with Upper Orara firsts boosted by Kev Rankin and L Watkin return. Nana Glen hosts the visitors while Glenreagh’s strong form is noted. Reserve grade poised to continue winning run as buses transport players and supporters to the match.

Orara Nana Glen Kev Rankin L. Watkin Coramba Glenreagh McCarthy Boys Ray Harry Charlie Gleeson Crara Tsme Ninor Rara Ulong Cosrat Ba Qrara Warkir Ide We Seronip Smith Lenargan Carmady Wellet Kerrigan Glen Funt eave Mount _Br Bakers

Printing Requirements Highlighted by The Advocate

The Advocate urges readers to obtain all printing needs from its services. It emphasizes reliable ink, paper, and layout options, promising quality, timely delivery, and competitive pricing for businesses and individuals seeking printing solutions.

Sawtell Triumph Over Ulong In Spectacular Rugby Clash

Sawtell defeated Ulong 16 to nil in a spirited match. Tries came from Worland Dowling Gunn Hughes and Wright with Hughes kicking three goals. George Wright stood out at full back. forwards showed overall strength though some overreached. Coffs Harbour beat Ulong seconds in an early fixture.

Sawtell J. Worland Dan Dowling Ray Gunn Barry Hughes B. Hughes G. Wright George Wright Toby” Thomas Butcher Thomas Denhan Coffs Harbour Ulong

Cofts Footballers Travel to Bellingen for Hiller Cup

Colts travel to Bellingen Sunday to face Bellingen in the Hiller Cup. Buses depart at 12 noon with return fare and booking via J Kay or Brian Malouf. Selected Cup team includes M McCarthy M Hill Matouf S Ryan Ro Williams K Duncan R Reid B Malouf J Kay captain. reserve Cup team and reserves named with listed players.

Bellingen J Kay Brian Malouf M. McCarthy M. Hill Matouf S. Ryan Ro Williams K. Duncan R. Reid B Malouf J. Kay R. Pearce W Kirkby

Formula for White Ants destruction announced

The He Dehra Dun Forest Research Institute in United Provinces announced a cheap formula to destroy white ants. The two year research uses DDT and water poured into ant hills to kill colonies about 20 cubic feet in size. Treatment costs about two pennies per application.

He Dehra Dun Forest Research Institute United Provinces

Catarrh in Dogs Compared With Distemper Dangers

Nasal catarrh in dogs is often mistaken for distemper. Temperature remains relatively constant and absence of stress helps distinguish it. Watery nasal and eye discharge, sneezing, and possible coughing may occur. keep dog warm and away from drafts. Steam inhalation with eucalyptus solution described for relief.

Petrol quotas rise to offset coal strike losses

An extra 2,250,000 gallons of petrol monthly are distributed among states to offset transport disruption from the coal strike. NSW receives 1,500,000 gallons, Victoria 400,000, SA 250,000, others 100,000. approved by Senator Benney on J B Cumming's recommendation. allocations tied to oil companies sale quotas under rationing.

Nsw Victoria Benney Commonwealth J. B. Cumming Cumming Xtra

Are Your Cows Contented Says University Expert

Professor W. E. Petersen of Minnesota argues cows suffer mental distress in dairies. He notes cows must adjust to herd social order and human handlers. mistreatment raises neuroses, lowers milk yield, and mood before milking affects milk hormones.

W. E. Petersen University of Minnesota America Petersen Cary

Timber log seized from State forest prompts fine

A forester found a freshly cut cedar log in a State forest and later sawed timber from it. Kyogle Police Court fined a timber getter £5 for taking the cedar without authority. The log measured about 35 feet by 4 feet.

Coffs Kyogle

Coffs Harbour Advocate Publication Note

Printed and published by James Sawyer and Alexander John Stuart Gilchrist of Coffs Harbour for Central North Coast Pty Ltd at the registered office of the Coffs Harbour Advocate on Moonee Street.

James Sawyer Alexander John Stuart Gilchrist Coffs Harbour Central North Coast Ieper Co., Pty., Ltd Moonee Street

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