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Coffs Harbour Advocate

Location

Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Jul 26, 1949

Page

2

Sunday church services and times across parishes

The notice lists July 31 service times for Church of England parishes at St Johns St Aidan's Park Beach Sawtell and Jetty Coffs Harbour Sawtell Karangi with 7.30 am to 11 am schedules and evening services. Catholic Church services at Jetty Coffs Harbour Sawtell Karangi including 7.30 am 9 am and 7.30 pm. Methodist services at Coffs Harbour Nana Glen with multiple times and ministers listed.

Church OF England St John’s St Aidan’s Park Beach Sawtell Catholic Church Coffs Harbour Karangi Methodist Church J. A. Fullerton Nana Glen A. McLauchlan

The Tides at Coffs Jetty

The Tides at Coffs Jetty presents coastal views and harbor activity with morning tides and fishing boats seen along the jetty. Residents and visitors enjoy the scenic waterfront and local commerce as boats come and go.

Mrs Margaret Formann Dies at 66 at Sawtell Home

The death occurred at Sawtell of Mrs. Margaret Wyllie Formann aged 66. The funeral will run at the Presbyterian portion of Coffs Harbour Cemetery this afternoon. Visitors to Coffs over the weekend included Mr. and Mrs. Harry Robinson of Grafton, regional reporter for 2NR.

Sawtell Margaret Wyllie Formann Coffs Harbour Coffs Harry Robinson Grafton Robinson 2NR Don Peirce Stro Australoro Smithtown Tom King W. B. King Coramba Street Nan Nts H. Lonald Orange Trees George Charles Stone Sid Stone Temora Coffs Hooker Sandy” Betts Carol Eric Verdich Yberies Nambucca Bellinger Tea Gardens Port Stephens Turnbull Maclean

Jetty Red Cross Branch Marks Successful Year

The Jetty Red Cross Branch held its annual meeting at Mrs. A. Thompson’s home and reported receipts of £131 9s 11d for the year. Mrs. R. Marcus was elected President, with Mesdames C. A. Smith D. Nicol T. C. Quinlan and H. Bowles as Vice-Presidents, and Mrs. A. H. Thompson as Treasurer. The report praised hosts of monthly meetings and noted an average attendance of 17, with four new members joined.

The Red Cross Society A. Thompson R. Marcus Mesdames C. A. Smith D. Nicol T. C. Quinlan H. Bowles A. H. Thompson Mesdames Wenholz Yoole Clarke Dark Wansbrough Maden Vyner Wallace Hardacre

Inspection Fees At Killing Centres

The Health Minister C A Kelly replies to Mr Vincent about proposed rises in meat inspection fees. He has asked the Meat Industry Commissioner for a full report and will discuss the matter. Pending details he says rebates may be allowed to larger slaughtering establishments and further action awaits complete particulars.

C. A. Kelly Vincent

Close shooting for monthly Spoon title at Coffs Rifle Club

In tricky conditions at the Backage of the July Spoon range three shooters Hacking Nelson and Gorton hit maximum points with handicap. J Hayes and L Torrens tie for the lead at 241 points with handicap. Gorton posted best Sunday score 74 of 80 with Hacking Nelson Torrens close behind.

Coffs Rifle Club K. Hacking Nelson J. Gorton J. Hayes L. Torrens E. Nelson A Hacking J. Gor V. Barnier EL Richardson J. Hill L. Nobbs Mills-Thom

Coffs Week End Bowls Championship Thriller

The Coffs weekend bowls event featured a singles final where Bob Gorton defeated Bob Thompson 32-26 after a Thompson early 17 to 7 lead. Saturday saw social games results and a tea presentation by President Dave McGregor to Buff Wallace for his club service as he and his family prepared to leave Coffs.

Bob Gorton Bob Thompson Macksville Thompson Gorton Durie Turner Smith Cameron Pearce Buckler Cocker Bowles Buff" Allace Buff Quirindi Off Wallace Jill

Northern Zone Strong for Burt Memorial

The Northern Zone team for the Ernie Burt Memorial match at Coffs next Sunday is announced by Group Secretary J. Pike. The side features a strong lineup to test the Southern Zone team, with Clarence River and Upper Orara officials aiming for a big occasion and officials, players, umpires donating services.

Ernie Burt Coffs J. Pike Clarence River Orara Coffs League M. Graham Ke Levett K. Walters F. Felsch JK. Alford W. Doherty I Rebone Ko Gray

Banana Transport Pool figures for mid July released

Banana Transport Pool weekly report covers week 14 to 20 July. J J Murphy, chairman, lists freight rates for the Southern area with Sydney and Melbourne charges and Adelaide rates. Totals show 5149 cases sent: 2086 to Sydney 2551 to Melbourne and 512 to Adelaide. North shipments total 17239 cases with Sydney 1d per case Melbourne 14s Adelaide 19s 6d.

BGF J. J. Murphy BGR Sydney Melbourne Adelaide Sydne

New State Movement Holds Coffs Harbour Meeting

The New State Movement executive committee will meet in Coffs Harbour on Friday August 12 with a public session to explain and discuss the movement. Expected attendees include Hon. Drummond MLA Aldermen Quinlan Lomore Wright Dawson Armidale and other regional officials. The gathering will feature remarks from Dr. Wolfe and Mr. Ulrick Ellis with Mr. Schofield in attendance.

N. d. Dordan New State Movement Coffs Harbour HH. Drummond Alderman Quinlan Newcastle Ald Chuckward Lmore Wright Dumaresq Shire Ald. Dawson Armidale Dr. Wolfe Bellingen Moorhead Grafton Dalton Webb Kempsey Ulrick Ellis Rural Research and Development Bureau The Schofield

Banana grower traps opossum and pests on plantation

A Goffs banana grower caught a large opossum in a rabbit trap set on the top of a bunch last week. Earlier a big field rat and king parrots caused significant damage by eating bananas as they ripen. Shotguns are used to deal with the parrots.

Advisory Closing Hours for Casual and Special Ads

The Advocate outlines deadlines for Casual Advis insertions with set closing times for Tuesday and Friday issues. Late publications accepted until 9 am on publication days with a 1 shilling per inch late fee. Changes require 12 noon Tuesday for Friday issue and 12 noon Friday for the following Tuesday issue.

Tyre Lost Between Coffs and Dorrigo Area

Lost tyre item from nearby road route between Coffs Harbour and Dorrigo near Bellingen. Includes one international rim, 20 tyres and tubes in good condition. Substantial reward offered on return or information leading to recovery. Phone number 72 provided.

Coffs Dorrigo Bellingen

Marmande Plants Offer Ready in June

Ivan C. Johnson of Crossmaglen advertises disease free Marmande plants treated and ready from mid June at 2 pounds per thousand. Order now for delivery.

Ivan C. Johnson Crossmagien

SRONCHO Cough Mixture At Byrnes Bros Chemists

SRONCHO, the famous cough mixture, priced at two shillings per bottle, available at Byrnes Brothers Chemists.

Sroncho Byrnes Bros. Chemiats

Impounding Notice for Bay Pony Mare at Coffs Harbour

Impounded at Coffs Harbour on the 21st of July by R. Watkins from his Orara farm. Bay pony mare with indistinct brand and white hind fetlocks. If not released, will be sold by Public Auction on Thursday 4th August from the Pound at noon. Poundkeeper W. Rose.

Coffs Harbour R. Watkins Orara W. Rose

Clarence and Orara supporters set for big Group match

Clarence and Orara players and reserves named across senior and reserve grades. Strong interest from both regions as many supporters plan the travel for the important Group clash.

Er Clarence V. McLennan K Wallace C. Shaw Lower Clarence L. McCann Orara KE. Lawrence M. Bell N. Walsham R. Lollback M. Green R. Hensby A Moran Upper Clarence L. Rankin B. Car. Bennett W Lawrie A. Cotton Taras E. Payne J. Pigg W. Smith Randall K. Goodyer Clarence

For Sale Break-o-Day Tomato Slants Seed Lot

Classified notice advertises for sale of Break-o-Day tomato slants from certified seed. Contacts listing D. N. Lindsay and W. R. Hanson in Bonville.

Apply D. N. Lindsay W. R. Hanson Bonville

Rifle Club Annual Meeting Postponed to Thursday

Owing to the Scottish roving on Friday night the Annual Meet of Outsides Hour Rifle Club has been changed to Thursday at the School of Arts. V. A. Barnler, Hon. Secretary.

School of Arts TV Poi V. A. Barnler Sevretas

Position Vacant Herd Recorder

Employment notice for a herd recorder position. Training in milk testing may be provided. Salary £60 to £73 weekly plus board and lodging provided by farmers. Applicants must travel to farms. mileage or conveyance costs reimbursed. Apply to Mr H Harrison, Dairy Officer, Cols Hiebour.

Mit H. Harrison Coifs Hiebour

Tender invited for camp buildings at Boanjber State Forest

Addressed to the District Forester Box Coffs Harbour Jetty bidders are invited for labour only to construct camp buildings at Boanjber State Forest No 611 closing at 4 pm on Friday August 5 194% Vans and specifications may be seen at the District Forestry Office Coffs Harbour Jetty Lowester at any tender but details are partially garbled in the record.

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