26 Feb 1907
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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 26, 1907
Page
1
Arrivals list ships from Sydney with Bunilay Morley and Jett Woolgrolge visits at local beaches. The note voices concern over sanitation reforms and road improvements as key municipal issues facing the town’s budding leadership, urging attention beyond neighboring towns.
The Coffs Harbour Advocate urges patience with State government plans for New South Wales. It warns against harrying Ministers over North Coast railway grievances, notes election uncertainties, and suggests allowing the Carrothers ministry time to fulfill promises while preparing for a new river project and ongoing development.
The editor of the Apvocars invites correspondence from Corainha to Glen reah district to publish reports on public meetings progress social events and other matters of general interest. It urges residents to help reveal plague risks and urges actions to destroy rodents that could spread the disease harming the district and its prosperity.
On December 4, 1905 a locomotive accident near Newcastle Abrough a passenger train killed the driver. The derailed fireman Pearce, risking scalding, replaced his dead comrade and stopped the train. He has received leave on full pay and medical expenses are covered. The Commission may retire him with a 1000 pound reward for bravery and restraint to prevent disaster.
Reports state Macdonalds experimental shipment of eggs from New South Wales is a failure. A storm damaged property near Coraki with a milking shed struck by lightning. two cows killed, others injured but recovering. Three cases of cerebrospinal meningitis admitted to Great Ormond Street Hospital. Debates include remarks on Liberal Labour Ministry and Deakin.
The Police Magistrate officially opened the Court Mouse at Coff’s Harbour at 10 a.m. on Thursday the 1st instant. Local officials and residents welcomed the move as saving time and expense by avoiding travel to Coramba. A single case, an application for an auctioneer’s license by Patterson of Colts Myrdott, was granted.
Weather records at the Public School in Coffs Harbour show ongoing wet conditions since August with 4 continuous wet weeks. The report cites daily rainfall totals, noting a peak day in August and a comparison to the yearly average for the region.
Surveyors for the North Coast Railway have worked in the Lungog vicinity for two weeks. Usher an inspector of wailways arrived to supervise, with plans for stations and sidings and a route via Meanghay and Taree. Assistants and surveyors expected to arrive at Larce to aid the expedition and speed up the work.
At the Lawnd Appeal Court the minister for Lands will determine the route of John H. G. Wilesmith and a lands survey in Laigh parish Belniwee. Public notices announce Crown land parcels in Woolkuulgygbo and Bollingen with several country lots offered for sale on March 1907. Forfeiture of 60 acres in parish Belmore held by Mr Murphy has been removed.
Fragmentary text discusses building acoustics and architectural input for venues. It mentions Coffs s Larhetti halls and their reliance on fair play and capacity, with emphasis on structural and acoustic properties shaping use.
The postal department invited tenders for mail conveyance from Bellingen to Lilennifer and Ryde's Creek. Advertising in the local newspaper raised publicity, while notices were displayed at the Bellingen Post Office. The events reflect postal authorities' obligations under federal regulations.
A meeting led by Rev. Father O Hiallager discussed arrangements to raise funds for church building. Attendees planned a St Patrick’s Night gathering on March 5 to gather proceeds, with plans for an upcoming cattle sale to boost contributions.
The court heard requests to cite Abigall John Kei for daily appearance and show cause why their names should not be struck from the roll. Whitey Davies represented Taw Tuetitute in the two sole tors matter while Willimoy sought to avoid being struck off the rolls. Mr Reid argued he need not answer under the rule from the Royal Commission findings.
Progress Association minutes report a tense session at the School of Arts on a Thursday in February. Debates covered delegations to Sydney, North Coast Railway advocacy, and a deputation plan to press Ministers for rail and works funding while addressing timber licensing and perishable goods delays.
The friends of Korora gathered at Mr Weir’s residence to honor Mr Cheers on his birth. Deneng led the dancing with Mr Austen in command, music by Hayes Robinson and Mrs Comte. Guests and Miss Cassidy Mrs Austen and others provided selections as the night extended to morning.
The article reports Mrs Belson wife of a senior police officer recovering from a serious illness after careful treatment. Dr Kane and Dr Henry assisted, with Nurses McGuren and Schuette attending throughout, contributing to her improvement and approaching convalescence.
At the Land Court in Coffs Harbour Henry Eagar Day for South African Timber Company sought a special lease of 26 acres for a trench live, adding to 85 acres granted earlier. Judge decisions await, with Bullingyn Shire and Bellingen representatives arguing for penalties and costs. The case reached a preliminary settlement between Boultwood and Maskew, clearing contested points.
Reports from Coffs Harbour describe timber shipments at the jetty with over 100000 ft of sawn timber and about 1000 sleepers ready for shipment. Mrs Gunn of the Pier Hotel faces medical consultation while Mr T W Neuehaus suffers losses in a Kempacy fire. The North Coast Co.'s sawmills have been acquired by the British Australian Timber Co. The town contemplates a license for a think hotel, and Woolgoolga receives heavy rain flooding two feet. A new light at Solitary Island Lighthouse is installed with higher volume, and steel used for jetty repairs.
The North Coast Co. mill undergoes overhaul under a new manager while log supply keeps the jetty active for ten months. Goods at the jetty in January include butter, maize, hides, eggs, and candles. the port sees rapid building growth and expanding business, with the Local Progress Association urging government aid for accommodation.
At Uef's Harbor Mr. Flick displays a rare menagerie of snakes in his hairdressing saloon. The Yellow-bellied Sea Snake Pelamys Uicolor is the standout, captured during a rough sea along the beach. Other specimens include Lizunt ohead, Black Snake, Copper-head Brake, Hood Snake, Tigre Snake, two Banded Snakes, and a large Glow Worm, all described with vivid color notes.
After two years of drought Kajimbja and Hartley Valleyr show renewed green color as cattle graze on grisstor winter feed now available amid a bountiful supply. Weather conditions and grazing patterns influence livestock health and fodder availability in the region.
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