Man Overboard Aboard the Fitzroy Near Newcastle Harbour
During a voyage from Newcastle to Coff's Harbour on the Fitzroy a crewman named Brom acted peculiarly and was confined to his cabin. After being released he asked to see the deck and then leapt overboard as the ship neared the dark, rainy night, with the vessel stopping to search for him for over an hour. The incident left the town abuzz with speculation about his identity and fate.
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Fitzroy
Newcastle
Coff'a
Bay
Line Coals ci
Thomas Broir
Shim
Colvin
Brom
Ceptain Colvin
Alroval
Brown
Briner Draws Large Crowds At Glen and Jennings Hall Meetings
Mr Briner addressed a large gathering of constituents at Glen feat on ryhlay oi neatly he wan euay and at an open sir meeting in Jennings Hall along with Mr Paul Mulkearn J.P. in the chair. Strong speeches were delivered on the Referend and late politics with questions answered satisfactorily.
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Mr. Briner
Glenfeat
Ryhlay
Saluery
Brinit
Fiulodareoe
Warnes
Brine
Jennings’ Hall
Paul Mulkearn
J.P
Federal Elections Meeting At School Of Arts
An Inte Feders member seeking re election will address a meeting at the School of Arts on Thursday. Mr Thomson conducts a tour of the electorate and will likely discuss the Referenda question. All liberals and others are invited to attend.
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School of Arts
Thurmlay
Thomson
Visit of Dr Carroll D D to Livmors parish
The Right Rev Dr Carroll arrived Wednesday from Byron Bay and spoke to the congregation in a brief address. He praised the school, noted pupil numbers now at about MM, and expressed appreciation for the children’s interest and progress. He will celebrate Mass on Sunday and preach at the local church, with further travel planned to Saint Mary’s.
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Carroll
Livmors
Byron
Caplaine
Lordehip
Lac
Mase
Grafton
Mary
Esaray
Morsay
Sydney Telegraph Fragment Chronicles a Turbulent Morning
A Sydney Telegraph report outlines a chaotic morning with multiple incidents and uncertain details. It notes a fatal shooting of a sergeant, various political and financial concerns, and scheduled elections as Ministers await vetoes and budget figures amid a complex backdrop.
Unknown Weather Notes Mention Fray and Travel Disruptions
Fragmentary report mentions Friday weather in the Canin Uistsotg Ta and Wellington winds, with references to railway operations, ships, and possible travel delays. Details are unclear, names garbled, but disruptions to transport and coastal activity are implied.
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Canin
Fragmented OCR: Tow Dom Sortry Message Recovered
Fragment reads as garbled local notice or brief item with chaotic words and names. readable portions mention area, Brett, Tahoe, and male subject. may indicate a notice or brief event but lacks clear actions or dates.
Fragmented Chronicles of Public Life and Local Incidents
A long, readably garbled column records a mix of society chatter and notices from a coastal region. It mentions May and upcoming events, a concert, a railway project near North Coast, a political figure, delivery complaints, a court case in Glenreagh, timber contracting, convent visits, a row in a rowing club, an advertisement scandal, council tender issues, a large political meeting in Sydney, and a death in Pealliquin. The piece blends community events, municipal concerns, and personal notices in a snapshot of local life.
Pony Club meeting outlines plans and boxing notes
A Wednesday committee meeting discusses postponements and upcoming events. Mentions Jack Mayne accepting offers, Bill Lang and P O Curran scrap, Jack Cornell arriving, and a boxing match against Bill Bonter on May 10. Also notes Dr H V Hore's marriage and local league disbandment, with Wells and Dows defeating England for court championship.
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Fred. Lindram
Jack Mayne
Bill Lang
P. O. Curran
Sydney
Fredium
Bill
Jack Cornell
Bill Bonter
Brixbaos
H. V. Hore
Cricket Farme
Scone
Unio
Bevan
Turmoil and Talks at Corambe Arte Society Meeting
A garbled report describes Corambe Arte Society events with lectures, concerts, and committee chatter. Mentioned are Tremayne’s cottage residence, Mr James Reed, and talks on district future voting, local charity, and the Choral Society’s next concert.
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Wang
Ani
Long Han
Zire
Howe
Bemith
Tremayne
Aus
Siwis
Newcastia
James Reed
Te Reharela
Corambe Choral Society
Norman
Bobool
Arte
West Yrar
Arta
Goa
Atta
Rew Mail Contracte Coramba to Dorris Road
Fragments describe road contracts with several place names and payments listed in pounds. Entries mention routes from Molaville to Whitewan’s Crank and Dorriga to Yarrum Creek, plus allocations via Wealgooge and Fos Harbour. Names include ALG Wright and A H Pro Gratton with varied sums.
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Dorris
Gillhoun
Robertto
Whitewan's
Grebret
Tallent Creek
Dorre A. H. Pro Gratton
Cole Harbour
Local Land Court hears plan for brick and pipe works
An application to establish brick and pipe works near Caf's Creek and government explosives sheds was lodged with the Land Court. The promoter Mr A Hutche intends a large scale brick plant with a steam boiler and engine, wire-cut bricks, drying sheds, and conveyance to town deliveries, facing cautious local sentiment and price quotations.
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Caf's
Evan
Asiawan
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Rom
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Federal Elections
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Australia
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England
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Wilding
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