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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1919
Page
1
Readable portions show scattered names and phrases about a church related event with times and places obscured by OCR errors. The fragmentary text mentions people and a 2 pm call or service, but essential details are missing.
TOCKTAKING policy ensures every article is handled and slightly soiled or damaged items go to sale at marked down prices. Despite bad weather strikes and short credit terms our low profile shows progress in all departments and we thank the people for their approval.
The text extols Bray's as experts in meeting requirements and providing the best value. It argues that consistent study and professional knowledge guide purchases and urges readers to give Bray's their business to see evident results and receive good service.
Furniture Nkinds at Sydney Prices offers a selection from a comprehensive catalogue. This notice highlights available items and pricing to help customers choose from the listed pieces.
The report notes severe road conditions from Cormba to Coffe with long travel times and rough surfaces. It quotes letters from officials including Mr Thowau and Ned of MW B Soteenby Jr, addressing urgent supply issues and the North Coast railway line’s opening date delayed by heavy rainfall and road conditions.
A suburban court session reveals harsh words and heated exchanges as lawyers spar over the Landlord and Tenant Act. Witnesses recount tense questions, with references to property disputes, alleged deception, and penalties amid a crowded courtroom atmosphere.
The Cotte Barber Seton Arts Committee met to review routine notices and discuss planning. Members including Hamblin and More addressed hospitalities, quarantine costs, school accident updates, and library commitments while formal accounts were approved and a summer social was scheduled for July.
At Darrigo Stice Council, plans for the Colla Jetty drainage project are discussed. Engineer warns only four shillings remain to unlock £600 from the Repatriation Department, blocking completion as pipe and material costs rise and delays threaten the overall shire work.
A rough OCR fragment describes a scene with a fatality and disrupted actions. It mentions a person or group involved in an incident at an unidentified location with unclear details about response or outcomes. The readable items include references to a fire, injury, and possible investigation.
In a surprising matchup Waudenuce City edged out Jatie Sirpagpinent as gears clicked late. The contest featured tight defense and a decisive fourth quarter surge by Waudenuce, bolstering their standings.
The readable fragments include scattered names and phrases implying a note or listing. It mentions persons such as Bowes and Gott, with garbled lines that resemble a personal or public notice. The content readability is too limited to assert a clear event or action.
At the monthly meeting officials report road and bridge damage, closures isolating Wharf Harbor Tweed and Dorrigo areas. They urge urgent government assistance for storm repairs and temporary hospital support as funds are exhausted and traffic remains heavy.
Ancient trade notes reveal Canada considering liquor restrictions while Australia seeks medical proprieties for wines and cordials. Officials discuss licenses, medicinal preparations, and potential export limits impacting 120 gallon barrels and wholesale pricing.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a Neistral Bays store and legal terms. It references a confrontation and possible confinement, with scattered legal language and unclear entities. The readable items include a store name and vague references to laws and faces.
Unity Lodge holds a ceremony unveiling its honor roll with long lists of members and war veterans. Speakers recall service, sacrifice, and national unity as dancing and a generous supper followed to close the event.
The item mentions MrsK MoV a possible Kippara electorate candidate with mayoral ties, Archdeacon Seymour departing for Bungalow Me, and Captain Maconnachis linked to the Northern Rivers. It also recalls a Turntay eve sing, a charity function at Jutty Hall, and social arrivals including Miss Cheanie Usoong.
A fragmented notice describes an influenza surge in Sydney with escalating case counts and mentions of deaths. The text includes garbled phrases and uncertain dates but indicates the illness spreading across areas and prompts health concern.
A damaged telegram segment reports casualties from a war event and mentions territorial assets. It notes three more cattle stations added to total holdings, now sixteen owned by a group. The text references government involvement and regional operations with unclear chronology.
News from the Front reports British authorities contending with a hungry winter as military expedients stretch supply lines. The submission of prisoners and ongoing campaigns in Traritayn are cited as factors influencing rationing and civilian hardship.
Mr Corie Chief Kinvirroa Engineer presents a water conservation plan to local ratepayers. Bennett doaks and others weigh costs and benefits while Dr Sparker expresses cautious support. A deputation of Dorrigo ratepayers is planned to seek more details and ensure public discussion.
A garbled OCR passage portrays a dramatic scene titled The Vendetta and discusses farmers and rural life. The text references a meeting, questions from farmers, and a play presented at a hamlet venue with references to blood and conflict, all amid a chaotic historical mash of names and phrases.
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