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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 30, 1916
Page
1
Perry’s announces a spring display of fashionable goods including millinery, summer dress and footwear, menswear and mercery at low prices. The note promises latest designs, thrifty prices, and wide stock to appeal to shoppers seeking stylish summer outfits and accessories.
The retailer emphasizes the district’s largest and most varied stock with prices allegedly miles below competition. The message promotes ongoing anniversary sale offers and widespread discounts across departments.
A garbled OCR fragment from a 19th century newspaper notes editorials, readers, and political commentary. It mentions editor Ambiloage, the Daily Examiner, and figures like Norton Griffin and Forbea, with scattered remarks on readers, races, and ceremonies. The passage blends local gossip with political hinting and theatre-like notices.
A garbled transcript outlines a land board meeting held at a town hall location with scattered names and roles. The text names several residents and officials including David Moore, Walter Anderson, Joseph Lavery, and Arthur Prawn among others. It references residing in Grattan and Wilton, and mentions a vote or action related to residence or land approval with unclear outcomes.
A densely written page thread outlines wartime measures and public works. It cites railway construction, port priorities, and government committees to manage transport, labor, and supplies amid looming conflict. Entangled are mentions of ministers, councils, and emergency powers shaping policy to sustain war effort.
War and unrest ripple through Europe as reports claim movements from Berlin to Italy. Officials describe tense conditions in Germany and surrounding areas amid uncertain outlooks for the upcoming weeks.
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