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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 11, 1908
Page
1
A garbled report discusses school uniform expenses and potential funding moves. It notes 22 raised so far, hopes for more aid, and mentions costs, state standards, and parade plans. Names and locations are unclear due to OCR issues.
The report covers rifle shooting results, horse show entries, and livestock judging, detailing winners in various classes, from stallions to dairy cattle. It notes prize awards, attendance, and a social ball held at Corsin with proceeds for repairs, alongside weather and minor local events during the district fair.
Unclear OCR note lists items and numbers with fragmented words. Likely references to meat cuts, weights, and pricing, plus a brief dealer or market update. No clear persons, organizations, or locations readable.
At Bellingen the election process sparked disruption and debate after Deputy Returning Officer Me E Palin and others suggested ballots and papers might be miscounted or declared informal. Amid confusion, candidates and officials argued over instructions and procedures while local supporters watched nervously.
The annual boys swimming carnival at the university venue featured a range of events. Top swimmers included Tove under 10 years, Chipmaines Tose wider 12 gee, Arthe Knog, Seton, and Vineet Benepe Hore, with Knox securing a notable finish in the final test attack against Stowe IH.
A committee meeting of the Rifle Club was held Friday evening in the School of Arte. The secretary noted the secretary’s work, and Captain Kiddie led the discussion on club control of the range. Proposals included joining the Empire Day movement, shooting arrangements, and bringing finances up to date. The group planned Friday evening sessions, a schedule of eight heats, and next actions amid pending weather at Jerauht and Fueied.
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