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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1954
Page
2
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A Brunswick Heads letter to the editor warns that unrestricted banana plantings in Tweed Richmond Clarence and Colts Harbour could crash prices. The writer proposes price controls via the BGF and regulatory oversight to prevent consumer harm and safeguard the sugar industry second only to dairying in value on the North Coast.
Mr. W. Dunn of High Street had an appeal against the Town Plan dismissed by the Minister for Local Government. Dunn had sought permission to install petrol pumps at his business to serve local residents after the Town Plan Committee refused. The minister’s decision is final.
The report lists individual match scores from a recent round with many players under par and notes an associates competition won by Mye F. It previews a 27 hole event next Sunday with trophies for standard contests and a closest to seventh hole prize. It also mentions interest in Coffs Harbour players ahead of the 72 hole club championships starting July 4.
The shoot faced tricky mirage and shifting wind as competitors fired two stages at yards. Dow, Mills-Thom and Veale were the only handicapped shooters to reach top scores. Next Sunday the spoon final will be fired in two 600 yard stages at Rad am sharp.
A survey of pasture trials on the Far North Coast is conducted by Jim Pulsford a pasture research agronomist for the Department of Agriculture based at Hawkesbury Agricultural College. He studied at Sydney University in 1952 and worked at Wollongbar Farm inspecting trial plots to report on progress, grasses and legumes, and their suitability for dairy pastures. The visit aims to improve productivity and introduce modern practices.
The notice lists Trinity I services for June 20 across Anglican Catholic Presbyterian and Methodist churches in Coffs Harbour Woolgoolga and surrounding areas with Times for each parish including morning and evening prayers Mass and anniversaries. It notes Salvation Army services at Masonic Hall Gordon Street led by Captain P Stephens with Sunday School at 2 30 pm.
An announcement for the Seventh Day Adventist Church on Bellingen Road lists Sabbath School at 1.00 and the church service beginning at 7.30. The notice mentions attendees and a planned Barnadey event on June 19 with times noted.
In loving memory of my dear Husband Stephen Simmonds who died June 15 1950. A longing heart and daily thoughts linger. Four sad lonely years since God parted us. Always remembered by your wife.
The match between Shirley Mabel Teague of Kerringum North Bonville and Bate Whackett of Crossmaglen is announced. Shirley is the eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs S Teague. The couple’s social calendar includes the Forestry Ball on June 25 with formal and ballet judging at 3 30 pm.
Notice to readers about the resumption of land on behalf of the Aborigines Welfare Board for an Aborigines Reserve at Coffs Harbour under the Public Works Act 1912. Includes ministerial signature I B Renshaw. Also a social note announcing the Ambulance Cabaret Ball on July 9.
Tenders are invited for painting the hanger at Calls Harbour. Tenders must be sent to the Divisional Works Officer on the 22nd floor of the T and G Building in Newcastle not later than 2 pm Monday June 28 1354.
The Horticultural Society will hold its annual meeting at the Presbyterian Hall next Thursday night June 17 at 8 pm. Reports, balance sheet, and election of officers will be presented. Intending members are welcome. A Patterson Hon. Sec.
Bid notices for a round trip freight move from Sydney to Coffs Harbour and back are invited. The tender asks for door to door service, specified timings, and vehicle requirements with submission deadlines and evaluation criteria.
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