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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 05, 1927
Page
1
Daily religious services announced for Church of England and Presbyterians with timetable notes for morning and evening masses. Included are prayer times at Kerang, Lanier Hemview, and nearby parishes, plus daily tides and moon phases aligning with church events.
The readable text suggests a disrupted OCR of an arts school concept with scattered phrases about commitment meetings and names, yet most of the content is garbled. It mentions figures and locations vaguely, implying an institutional discussion or event but lacks clear facts or dates.
Fragmented report from Coffs Harbour notes a May and July 3 1077 event with mixed weather, a football match crowd from Ocean Street via Mitchell Street, and frosty conditions near Morora London. Woolgoolga football club hosted a Seaview Tall event with large attendance and community hospitality organized by Mrs Woit net and others.
The Comore Chamber secretary reports a crippled drain at the jetty causing water restriction concerns. A local committee has formed to pursue remedies and assess responsibilities while authorities consider calibrating the drainage and improving access for vessels.
A garbled account notes Jetty Sarf Chub secretary received a message from Yamba Surf Clak, mentioning maternity cover and a contest related to the pit on Whra. The fragment hints at a meeting, a press or letter, and a potential selection process involving Jetty members and Yamba affiliates.
A motor bike caught fire causing a crash and damage on the road near Sitaniay. Bystanders and Constable Ferbon arrived as the machine burned and parts were scattered. Firefighters battled the blaze while others searched for the rider. Local witnesses described a loud explosion and smoke filling the area.
The Jetty Tea tournament drew entries from Urunga, Dorlene, and nearby towns with visitors contesting many keen matches. P Marshall of Urunga won a key semi and final in a daylong event, with Ruthingood W Jackson and A Gariver delivering strong showings. A planned lasting double tournament at Juan was hinted, with ladies benefiting from court use and social refreshment afterward.
A fragmented text reports on Guy Badgarico Lime and the Country Party facing tensions. The piece mentions Mr EA Badenshaft lending support, a possible coalition, and a brewing announcement from George Pulle's Broming at Ebot. The language is garbled but indicates political maneuvering and party clash locally.
A narrative recounts two medical cases at Waspital and surrounding towns where patients, after serious injuries, recover with effort and care. It highlights events, names, and the impact on families, noting resilience and the hope of better days through treatment and support.
A fatal accident occurred when a 11 year old boy died after being struck while riding a motor cycle near Harbor. The deceased, named as Aurel, resided at Come Harbor, and was identified by authorities as the son of a local driver. The incident happened around noon on Friday. emergency services and medical staff attended but could not revive him. Funeral arrangements were set to be held at the local church, with many from Lismore expected to attend. The driver involved in the accident cooperated with investigators and has been advised to refrain from further comment.
The article describes concentrated orange juice made from Californian and Australian oranges, produced without artificial preservatives, and shipped with special sealing. It notes a potential Australian market, a new factory project, and a charity concert in Windsor linked to community events. It also covers a local accident involving Mr Chandler and others, with injuries reported.
A garbled OCR style text describes a river area near Rainer River with scattered references to people, dates, devices, and a hospital. The legible elements include vague mentions of names, a meme, and an aged discussion about feeding a tape and a sight line in gram.
A lively crowd attended the annual Beare and Gromber competition night. Judges, sponsors, and local figures organized dances, feasts, and awards. Community leaders praised the efforts, with prize moments and ceremonial toasts marking the event’s finish.
A fragmented record from a local club page references team names, potential plots, and talks of a forthcoming draw or offer. It mentions individuals, comments on growth and removal, and a ceremonial date in a rough pastiche of sports and social club chatter.
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