25 Jun 1948
Page 1
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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 25, 1948
Page
1
Noxious Weeds Inspector J Towell tells Dorrigo Shire meeting that bindweed or morning glory spreads across the coast. The deep rooted weed reproduces from roots and seeds, making eradication difficult. deep ploughing and frequent cultivation to dry soil and surface roots are advised, with sodium chlorate spray for small areas.
The Presbyterian Church at Nambucca Heads hosted the wedding of Viva Nance Henderson to Cecil Nixon of St Ives England. Rev Clark officiated as bridesmaids in pastel marquetted dresses and attendants wore blue crepe. A reception followed at the School of Arts with a three tier wedding cake by Mrs Clarke Macksville and toasts before the couple planned to reside in Canberra.
Timber consignments accepted at Mack store located at 57 Hooper Street Randwick. Customer service guides pricing and pickup options. Contact details provided for scheduling and inquiries.
Bulldozer blades logging winches power control units rippers trucks crane rooms available immediate delivery terms arranged L. J. Gleeson Wingham Tel 158 or Sth Grafton 214
About 450 dancers attended the Diggers Ball on Monday night with debutantes presented to Col. G. A. Patterson. Takings reached £120 as weather and music by Ace and Pullens boosted attendance. Eric Youngman MC’d, with support from Plunkett and McCarthy. Debutantes Miss Phyllis Robinson and others walked the hall with flower girls, while banners and palms framed simple but effective decorations. The Auxiliary prepared supper, praised by officials for a well run social that aided postwar normality.
A regional rail way track shortage disrupts Coffs Harbour and district commerce. Cement and other building materials are scarce, with shipments delayed and products piling up. A near standstill is feared as supply lines falter and producers struggle to move goods.
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