Watch and Clock Repairs at Coffs Harbour
N. W. Alcock announces engagement in timepiece repairs at Aerodrome Turnoff, Coffs Harbour, offering stern work and full satisfaction.
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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 18, 1949
Page
3
N. W. Alcock announces engagement in timepiece repairs at Aerodrome Turnoff, Coffs Harbour, offering stern work and full satisfaction.
The Advo Cate office advertises a complete selection of rubber stamps pads and related office supplies. Customers are invited to browse a broad assortment suitable for personal or professional labeling and crafting needs.
Chiff Moseley of Coffs Harbour knocked out Tony Morillo of Lismore in the third round of a ten round lightweight championship fight at the Returned Soldiers Memorial Hall Woolgoolga. Moseley dominated from the start in front of a capacity crowd. Supporting bouts included Clouten versus Clouten in a draw, Reseck and Welch draw, Jenkins over Neville Clouten, Woods over Wally Kelly, Puho over Hart, and Blackadder defeating Morgan by points. Referee Alf Parbery with timekeepers Woolfe and Newman and announcer R McGarrigle.
Garden tips on pricking out troublesome seedlings like Iceland poppies to sturdy roots, using loamy soil and manure, and marking 2 inch squares. Verberas are best from fresh seed. sow upright with umberlla tops above ground, keep moist, and harden off. Water seedlings well before lifting, choose dull days for transplanting, and cover with lawn clippings or straw to protect. Maintain damp ground, avoid watering in sun, and water early in winter mornings.
A court recounts the alleged theft of a bay mare named Dolly. Cecil Rose described buying the mare and foal from a man named Medley, paying 30s, and placing them in a paddock on a relative’s reserve. He produced a receipt later but could not locate the mare, which had disappeared weeks after purchase despite moving residences. Law enforcement questioned brand details and possession, with witnesses linking the mare to various towns and sales activity.
The oppressively hot day on Sunday sent many people to beaches while dusty roads made the trip uncomfortable.
A Dorrigo timber milling deputation asked Coffs Harbour port authorities to reserve storage space for sawn timber from Dorrigo mills. They cited port congestion from sleepers piles and poles as limiting loading. Authorities promised to consider the request and send a decision to Dorrigo soon.
Mr Joe Southwell returns to Coffs after holidays and speaks at the Amateur Hour amid press attendance. Tom Mure, formerly postmaster at Coffs Hues, is mentioned among interests of the audience.
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