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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 25, 1950
Page
2
The Fancy Dress Ball of 1950 raised funds for the P and C through a successful night attended by many young people. Thanks are due to Nugget Lockyer Jay Plunkett George Pullen and Mrs Standing for free music and to Mrs Nicholson Hoffmeier for extras. School resumes after spring vacation on September 12 with Sawyer Cup Day prep and house captain trials. Exam results list top students across classes with several firsts and high marks.
Sawtell’s first Grand Annual Catholic Ball at Bonville Reserve Hall on 11 August drew about 350 attendees. Rev Father Ryan opened the event, donated £10 10s to the new Church Hall Fund, and praised the community. Peggy Hoult won the Belle of the Ball sash and prize of three guineas. The Building Fund is boosted by £105.
Woolgoolga Mothers' Club held its eighth annual meeting with President Mrs N Ganderton presiding. Secretary Mrs E M Davis reviewed amenities for education and funding of the school. Treasurer Mrs J McConnon reported income of £123 6s 1d and a credit balance of £61 14s 8d. Officers elected: President Mrs N Ganderton Secretary Mrs E M Davis Treasurer Mrs J McConnon Vice presidents Mesdames Blanch Rateliffe and King. A kindergarten concert preceded afternoon tea and a birthday cake prepared by Mrs Davis and cut by Mrs McGilvray.
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