Christmas church services listed for Coffs Harbour and surrounds
In the coastal district churches across the Catholic, Church of England, Methodist and Presbyterian denominations publish December 24 and Christmas Day schedules. Times vary by location including Coffs Harbour, Sawtell, Karangi, Coramba, Hopville Reserve, Nanango, and Upper Orara with multiple services noted and special mentions of Evensong and Midnight Mass.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church OF England
S. Aidan's
Orava
H.C
S. Aidan
Lawlers
Bonville
Dee
S. Aiden's
H-C
Rev. G. Bradley
Sawtell
S. John's
Aidan
Coffs Harbour
Coffs Jetty
Karangi
Coramba
Coffa Harbour
Coffe
Hopville Reserve
Hall
Glenredzir
Methodist Church
Nana Glen
Lower Bucca
Central Bucca
Rey AL. Brown
Coffs Harbew
W. Jacobs
He B. Wright
Henderson
Vata Glen
D. BR
Playford
Central Bucen
McLauchlan
Presbyterian Church
Cupper Orara
Local sportsmen report great sport off Coffs Harbour
Marlin have been noticed in numbers off Coffs Harbour in the past week or two presaging good sport for the big game fishermen. Several fine snapper have been caught, totaling an aggregate of shillings, as the holidays approach. The Pidcock Cup team is yet to be secured. Park Beach trustees appoint Johnny Pollock as permanent lifesaver for holidays and up to February end. Pollock is an experienced lifesaver and commences duties tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coffs Harbour
Olbe
Sydney
Park Beach
Johnny Pollock
Thoraighy
Aurt
Severe Storm Hits Dorrigo with Hail and Power Outage
A severe storm struck Dorrigo last Tuesday bringing vivid lightning and heavy thunder, with hail across Fernbrook and Deerwatch causing crop damage to potatoes and corn. Over 40 telephones failed and the town faced a blackout as the electrical system fused at night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dorriga
Fernbrook
Deerwate
Dorrige
Comforts sent to sailors at outlying stations
The Red Cross border service ships parcels to sick sailors at remote stations. They include tea, cigarettes, tobacco, handkerchiefs, paper, milk, socks, coffee, sunburn lotion, playing cards and cribbage boards. Comfort funds and the Red Cross will welcome these wartime supplies for sailors, eailors and gunmen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red
Red Cross
Wil
Gus
Machinists Wanted for Defence Industry
Young survers, fitters, machinists and signed toolmakers are sought for munition and aircraft work. About 40 pounds weekly is offered with fulltime training. Australia aims to expand munition supply as Britain sends tools and equipment. Applicants to write to the Department of Supply, Methanone, for wartime employment at award rates. Aircraft Construction Branch seeks Australians with relatives in engineering to assist aircraft manufacture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amd
Australia
Great Britain
Department of Supply
Rocky Creek hydro plan eyed for power and seaplane base
Captain Frewen of Dorrigo proposed damming Rocky Creek two miles from Derrigo to power a hydroelectric plant, support a seaplane base midway between Brisbane and Sydney, and aid war efforts. Clarence River County Council doubted feasibility due to uncertain government approval and limited reservoir area. Sir Earle Page pledged aid. Air Ministry and other ministers were to report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. M. Frewin
Dorrigo
Rocky Creek
Brisbane
Sydney
Earle Page
Clarence River
Frewen Worther
Alte
Lie Ravky Creek
Tims
Earie Page
Local Dignitaries and Life Events Highlight Bellingen Shire News
Dr. Percy L. Christian elected President of the Bellingen shire for the year. T. B. Henderson leaves Coff Harbour by car morning for Lucerell to bring his daughter Viva and her friend home for the boomy. A park named Banger Park is dedicated at Mruneswick Head in memory of the late Dr. John William Banner. Lieu Col G A Patterson transfers from Taree High School to Kempsey High School as commandant of the Lith Battalion. Mr. S Everingham of Taree marks his ninetieth birthday with a family party and cake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Percy L. Christian
Bellingenshire
T. B. Henderson
Coffe Harbour
Caroine Marning
Mruneswick Head
A. E. Budd
Pranks and Sparks Roil Gordonville Electrical Storm
During a severe electrical storm on the Bellinger lot Tuesday Mr Jack Hindmarsh was knocked over in the dairy at Mrs H M Windmarsh’s firm Gordonville but recovered soon after. Lightning welded two cream cans together and scorched the iron roof. Several electric motors at different plants were knocked out. Stroud Shire Council has spent about £21000 on electricity extensions in three years and will reach £24304 after new rural expansions.
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Bellinger Lot
Jack Hindmarsh
H. M. Windmarsh
Gordonville
Stroud Shire
Hawk's Nest
Mariwell
Potters Bride-To-Be Feted By ARU Auxiliary Members
A Kitchen Tea at Mrs J T Boles Coffs Jetty honored Miss Misa Jean Potter on the eve of her marriage to Mr George Ginger. Friends presented gifts, Mrs Wallace led the presentation, and Miss Potter thanked guests for the support and for the Auxiliary's work. Mrs Carroll provided music and a trophy was won by Mrs S E Cowan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. Boles
Coffs Jetty
Misa Jean Potter
Rowley Potter
George Ginger
Iy Ibera
A. J. Wal- Lee
Mem
Miss Potter
ALTLA
Wallace
Auxiliary
Jean
Nise Wallace
Lion
Ginger
Empire Air Scheme to train 240000 Australian personnel
The Prime Minister announces Australia will join the Empire Air Scheme involving 24 new aviation schools and training for about 26,000 men and 15,000 observers and wireless crews. Britain will supply engines and many aircraft with Canada and Australia sharing training duties. Recruitment starts early next year as Australia strengthens its air defence and unity with Britain.
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Australia
Mr. Menzies
Canada
Commonwealth
Ottawa
Great Britain
Aue
Truita
Royal Austriian Air Force
Royal Air Force
Empire Air Forcs
Herr Hiller
Deluy
Gritfin
Austillany
100 Day Test of A British Motorcycle Across Australia
A standard stock model BGA motorcycle undertook a 100 day test to cover 20,000 miles across Victoria, South Australia, NSW and Queensland, finishing in Melbourne after August 3 to December 5. The ride logged 20,319 miles with an average daily distance over 200 miles and demonstrated factory efficiency and economy with total four year running costs around £54 17s 5d, including petrol, oil, insurance, and maintenance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BiGe
A.S
Melbourne
Victoria
South Australia
Nsw
Queensland
Wallon Tees
Bereavement thanks from Mrs. Gailey and Family
Mrs. Annia Gailey and family express gratitude for the help and sympathy shown during their recent bereavement. Special thanks go to Dr Yarad and several named friends for their support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annia Gailey
Hery Binter
de. Yarad
M. Franklin
F. Price
C. Barber
F. Kane
T. McCann
BH. Patterson
Misses Sawyer
Eileen Hogan
Areo
North Coast Mail to be Rebuilt with Air Ventilation
The North Coast Mail train tomorrow will feature a new and er set built at the Commissioner's workshop. The rebuilt train will be equipped with a new air ventilation system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Coast
Commissioner's Own
Wearkshop
Ambulance District Boundary Change Reported
The Macleay-Hastings Ambulance District will be renamed the Macleay District Ambulances. A southern strip between Baslings and Manning Shire boundary and the northern bank of the Flastings River leaves the Macleay district for Newcastle Ambulance. A Wauchope sub branch was abandoned due to lack of support and no guaranteed financial aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macleay-Hastings
Macleay District
Baslings
Manning
Flastings
Macleay
Newcastle Ambulance
Wauchope
N.S. Ambulance Transport Board
Christm at Korora School A Joyful Evening For All
A Korora School Christmas event brought together children and parents for a festive evening. Santa Claus distributed gifts while the audience enjoyed music, ice cream, and treats. Organizers thanked Mrs Crumyag and Julian for collecting toys and coordinating the celebration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ang Tree Junction
L. Cluff
Poy
Chiuwey
Leslie Fowler
Mr. Cluff
Ing
Dairyville
St. Plunkett
Shire Council Backs Government Grant Decisions
The Bellingen Shire Council debated funding options for road and bridge work. Cr Wood outlined two bridge projects on Thom Villa and Top Road with costs of 1590 and 1700 pounds, while no approach could be found to proceed yet. The council agreed to seek government grants and move ahead with plans for a new six room building in Bellingen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bellingen Shire
Couneil
Sydney
Maynard's Plain
Wood
Cousell
Thom Villa
Inter Os
Eynment
Bellingen
German Raider Sunk Near River Plate After Battle
Reports say a 16 000 ton German packet ship was sunk near the River Plate after weeks of evasive action. The vessel fled Montevideo pursued by a naval escort and sustained damage from combat leaving the crew injured and some wounded. The attack occurred as German authorities faced neutral waters and scarce supplies amid the chase.
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Admiral
Snfenamil
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Dark
Buckler
Corner High and
Moonee Streets
Potter and Moore
Mischief
Revelry
Gemey
Three Flowers
Royal
Colgate
Hudnuts
Chusty
Yardley
A. R. W. Forsyth
Msp.s
High Street
P.O
Ieres
HECLA
Régis
Hela
Walters & Vost
NEVIS
Ase
Wunderlich’s Shoe Store
Father Ryan
A. B. Brown
L—Colls
Nata Glen
G. A. Beatty
Seta Moin
The
Besdes Electrical Supply
S .Everingham
Taree
Minning
Lightwing
Marjorie Turner
Merry Xmas
Prosperoua
New Yar
Chiolce Fruit Supply
Yaba
Vic Allen
Jos Harbour
A.R.U. Auxiliary
Empire Air Force
Girls’ Friendly Society
Dance School OF Arts
Weekes
Dorriga Shire
Cameron
Gratton St
Seiffert
Bonville Recreation Reserve
Gonvilla Recreation Reserve
Ty Onler
A. Buchanan
Wunderlich
Sonville Recreation Reserve
Penern
Buchanan
COX Bros
Korora
Christm
Indy
Somerdale Ltd
Ausvealis
Grafton
Jones
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