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Coffs Harbour Advocate

Location

Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Jan 14, 1949

Page

2

Church Services Schedule for January 16 Across Denominations

The bulletin lists Jan 16 services across churches: Church of England at St John and St Aidan's with various times. Catholic Church Jetty and Coffs Harbour masses. Methodist Upper Orara Nana Glen and Coffs Harbour services with Rev J W Spencer. Presbyterian Nana Glen and Coffs Harbour, led by Rev H M Coutts and Mr G McDonald.

Church OF England St John’s St Aidan's Bonville Canon van Catholic Church Coffs Harbour Father Smith Methodist Church Upper Orara Well J. W. Spencer Offs Harbour J. Wright Nana Glen United Service Presbyterian Church G. McDonald H. M. Coutts

Moon Phases for January and February Dates

The calendar lists key lunar phases with full moon on January 15 last quarter on January 22 new moon January 29 and first quarter February 6. This sequence outlines monthly lunar cycle milestones for early 19th century skies.

Butter and Cheese Prices May Rise

The President of the Primary Producers' Union Mr R C Gibson says a review of dairy production costs early this year may lead to higher butter and cheese prices. The Joint Dairy Industry Advisory Committee, formed in 1946, will conduct the review. Since its formation butter price rose from 1s 8d to 7s 2d.

Primary Producers’ Union R. C. Gibson Joint Dairy Industry Advisory Committee

Park Beach Water Supply

The Park Beach Reserve offers an admrable continuous water supply that outshines other seaside resorts along the coast. A scheme to provide a local water supply at South West Rocks is proposed, costing over £13,000 with annual expenses of £730.

Coffs Harbour Park Beach South West Rocks

Sawtell Sawroad Proclamation Under Review

The Secretary to the Department of Main Roads informs Mr. R S Vincent MLA that the proclamation of the road from the Pacific Highway to Sawtell as a main road is under consideration after Bellingen Shire Council submitted an application. Signposting at the Bonville turn-off will be examined with any needed changes to follow.

Department of Main Ids R. S. Vincent Sawtell Bonville

Notable local figures and incidents marked a busy period

Mrs F de Closey and son Neil of Sydney and Mrs Norrie retired after 42 years as Ellenborough postmistress. Ivan Tyson passed a Second Year Law exam at Sydney University. Arthur Boultwood and family traveled to Armidale for news of S C Martyn’s health. G Loader injured by a tree limb but avoided fractures. Lester Robinson earned a Commonwealth Institute of Accountancy scholarship at Coffs Harbour High. Eric Fern injured eye while shopping firewood, improving with treatment. Reg J Watt to wed Miss Willis in Casino. he will teach next at Brook fauna Public School. Mrs Blyton of Berta died after illness, with sympathy to the Bastian family. Jim Wright excelled in First Year Medicine exams at Sydney University. Charles Timbs died at 65 after a career in timber work and farming, survived by wife and children.

Lester Robinson W.A. Robinson Boambee Coffs Harbour High School Commonwealth Institute of Accountancy Reg J. Watt Page Watt Coffs Harbour Kerore Casino Yesteray Lk. Willis Reg Brookfauna Pat Coffs Harbour Sydney University Jim Wright H. E. Wright Coffs High School Charles Frederick Timbs Bellinger Dorrigo Macksville Mannine River Bares Gjhutys Beattie

Sawtell Hotel Redevelopment and Local Accommodation Debate

Sydney visitor Mr Boyd referenced accommodation issues in the Advocate while praising Sawtell. Hotel proprietor Mr W H Allen defends the Sawtell Hotel, noting extensive renovations and claiming it is among the coast’s most modern. He says interstate and other visitors have stayed and intend to return, supporting Sawtell as a growing tourist resort.

Advocate Boyd Sydney Sawtell Sawtell Hotel W. H. Allen Allen

Passing of 14 month old lad amid widespread sympathy

The article notes the death of a 14 month old boy, the Weeks of illness preceding his passing, and large funeral attendances reflecting broad community sympathy. It mentions hospital births, and a period of illness for the son of a local family, with details of family and friends in Coffs Harbour and Sydney. It also covers staff changes at Commercial Bank of Australia Windsor, Mr. Murray Taylor’s extended leave and Mr. W. A. Pickin as relieving manager, plus other local notices including business and personal moves.

Garry Stuart Murray Taylor Commercial Bank of Australia Coffs Harbour Taylor Windsor W. A. Pickin

Car Production Near 1929 Record

American car makers produced 5 282 000 vehicles last year just 76 000 below the 1929 peak. Industry leaders foresee easing shortages, while Lord Nuffield arrives in Australia noting English car exports exceed shipping capacity and more are awaiting shipment.

Lord Nuffield Australia England

Roll of Honor McKay

In loving memory of Private John Francis McKay who was killed in action in New Guinea on 12 January 1943 at age 24. Many lonely heartaches, often a silent tear, but always a beautiful memory of one we loved so dear. Sadly missed by his loving mother and sister Enid.

For Sale Dairy Farm and Banana Plantation at Coffs Harbour

For sale two properties and equipment: a 10 pad dairy farm on 2 acres with dwelling barn dairy milking gear and 24 milkers plus livestock including 5 springers 3 hellis 1 bull 9 calves 2 horses pigs and fowls all on a bus route with electricity telephone and ready access. Also a 74 acre banana plantation leasehold in good condition with packing shed water and living quarters. Includes a 1942 Ford V8 3 ton truck and bogey steel trailer turntable chocks and mower. Listing by Burns Small Real Estate real estate and insurance agent phone 63 P.O. Box 126.

Tow Acres Rosebery

Wanted Two Juniors for General Mill Work

Job notice seeking two junior workers aged 16 to 13 for general mill duties at Pacific Plymill Jetty. Apply by phone 233.

Pacific Plymill

Bonville property listing with cottage and water access

At Bonville a 174 acre parcel described as good tomato ground with 6 acres cleared and a 4 room cottage. It includes unlimited water and also lists a 1927 Chevrolet utility vehicle.

Bonville

Farm Equipment for Sale as Listed in Local Notice

Draught horse 4-year-old suitable for cart or plough plus a set of harrows and Rega knapsack spray. Also offered is an almost new 10.60 x 18 truck tyre 10-ply. Local sale notice lists these items and conditions.

Apprentices Apprenticeship Calls In Grafton For Electrical Trade

Youths not more than 18 are invited to apply for apprenticeships in Grafton for the Electrical Trade. Applicants must hold Intermediate Examination Certificate and show education details for the past three years. Probation of three months. Applications endorsed by a parent or guardian should be sent to County Clerk Box 5 P.O. Grafton by 6 p.m. Monday 24 January 1949 CHAS M SEYMOUR County Clerk.

Council Coffehbour R.C.C Chas. M. Seymour Cour Grafton Box 5

Re polishing Furniture and Pianos by qualified man

Expert furniture and piano polishing services offered at home. F Ward lists Orlando Street Jetty or King Rubie's Store as contact points for arranging quality polishing work.

F. Ward Orlando Street King Rubie's

Sawtell CWA thanks supporters for successful stalls

The Sawtell Branch of the CWA thanks everyone who contributed to the success of the recent stalls. E. Hutton, Hon. Sec.

Sawtell CWA Everyon E. Hutton

Watch and Clock Repairs at Coffs Harbour

N. W. Alcock announces full time engagement in watch and clock repairs at Aerodrome Turnoff, Coffs Harbour. Expedition and full satisfaction promised.

N. W. Alcock Coffs Harbour

Clearing sale of A Wilson dairy herd in Upper Orara

Auction notice for A Wilson Esq at Upper Orara on Wednesday January 26 at 11:30 am. Sale includes Jersey and Shorthorn milking cows, calves, heifers, bulls, draught horses, a saddle horse, dairy utensils, milking gear, vats, separators, and farming implements. Lease expired, sale nearly without reserve, good quality stock and plant offered by H W Kirkland & Co and Dalbety & Co with transport from Kirke land and Coff's Harbour offices.

Ave A. Wilson, Esq Upper Orara H. W. Kirkland & CO A. Wilson Msq Ersey Milkers H. W. Kirkland Bellingen H.W. Kirkland & CO Dalbety & CO Jin Norman Scott Es Devon Tamworth Boar Ih

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