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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 23, 1909
Page
1
Local ad fragment promotes Moore's Easy Wear boots and shoes. Includes scattered, unclear text and contact hints with several stray names and times, indicating a small storefront advertisement from a historical newspaper page.
An editorial discusses the revived Territorial Army and the role of rifle clubs in promoting shooting skills as a scientific sport and national defense. It notes apathy and time constraints hindering club growth, urges support, and highlights the need for capable marksmen to defend the county if needed.
Madame Melba sings at Graflan on Monday night and crowds gather for Jubilee celebrations. Local events include football matches, harbor activities, a police court session, and preparations for the jetty and surf club. A new engine arrives, fencing plans for main roads are discussed, and social events fill the town calendar with a mix of sports, theater, and church society notices.
A fragmented account discusses patriotism and public support for rifle clubs and the National Rifle Association. It notes historical volunteer movements in England and parallels to the present enthusiasm, highlighting duties of citizens and the perceived need to sustain disciplined, patriotic spirit.
The Shire Council grapples with a proposed marriage vow and related funding concerns amid debates over government act implementation. Council members clash over vows, public duties, and the influence of the ministerial authority, while residents await the council’s stance on future policy and governance.
Reports from Col Harbor detail a disrupted voyage as the Noorebar struggled through mud and river bars. Capt Sorel reversed engines to avert a grounding, finally reaching the harbor on Sunday after delays at the Clarence entrance and subsequent river passage. The vessel left Col Harbor for Sydney at dawn, with Gupl noted as master on the return trip.
The meeting attracted patrons with a large crowd, despite a few disagreements. Jockeys faced incidents such as scratching and a busy track with several named horses and participants noted in the day’s results.
An OCR damaged fragment mentions the Federal Hall, Cathal Presbytery Fund, and power court matters. It references a large attendance and a Friday focal police event. Names include A Pryor, H Manh, and MacKamnera with a hard labor sentence for alleged theft or misappropriation.
Four women protestors have been freed after staying in jail for extended hours. One spent 61 hours away from healthful rest, while a traveller employed by a city jeweller reported a grand ward robbery. Jewelry valued at £374 vanished with the theft.
Fragmentary report from Karangi notes a football match where players like Meg and Jones are mentioned. The piece hints at a lively game with potential victory near Kareogi, noting dates Thursday and Friday and an accident or incident causing severe towns. No clear teams or full outcomes are given.
A fragmentary report describes workers at a lute factory where employees toil daily. The text references sweat in harsh conditions and hints at a broader case or dispute. Further readable details are unavailable in the supplied passage.
A 72 year old man was found at a station after five days without food. He had disappeared earlier and was extremely weak when found, in poor condition.
A garbled vintage clipping mentions cricket and Yorkshire, hinting at a first jitwing event or milestone. No coherent details or identities are recoverable from the fragment.
The State Assembly on Tuesday approved the totalization bill by a vote of 31 to 15, moving the measure toward enactment. The action reflects ongoing debates over pension and social security integration within state policy.
A fragmented press clipping records Obeson speaking with indignation about Jack Johnson and a Black fighter in a contentious exchange. The garbled text hints at a race and boxing era debate, mentioning Sydney and an intensity about fighting and potential danger.
Lieutent Latham embarked Monday on a flight across the channel when the engine failed and the craft plunged into the sea. A French vessel located Latham clinging to a wreckage, providing aid as rescue efforts began.
Authorities threaten to impose immediate measures if political meetings resume causing widespread fear. Officials signal swift action to avert further turmoil as public gatherings face renewed scrutiny and potential clampdown.
Market prices list Wheat Seed maize 4e chaff 3 per unit. Flour and bran prices shown with pounds shillings and pence. Pollard and polioffi noted with per dozen figures. Terms include hone eto and Footlere with small offerings and varied rates.
Fragmented OCR text shows a timber plant delaying work due to waning demand and updated timelines. References to fall contracts, wage concerns, and ongoing field tasks imply a slowdown at the Gosst plant and related sites.
fragmentary OCR text references 108 points, exin, milking machines stalled, Mr. jue ring weary sunny Bee Siku, Cortting archives, refiere to firing. The readable bits describe equipment delays and archival handling amid unclear context.
Fragmented notice style report mentions HAT Co Ltd and theft at a subdivision near Waalpoolga with losses around £400. Other items reference Kovora ty IAT Co factory area, Homes Muck venue, and various individuals and farms with unclear actions and amounts, draft-like and garbled.
A garbled report recounts a domestic assembly where Mr chard Teeem offers thanks for a warship tribute. Professor Woedhionte is noted, while concerns arise about excessive glorification of martial displays and the idol of sport in Britain. The text reflects disputed praise and nationalist sentiment.
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