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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 03, 1935
Page
2
Local advertisement from Mooneest Coffs Harbour offers easy terms on engines separators and general farming equipment. The notice includes contact details via box 64 and tollfree style, highlighting affordable finance options for farmers and machinery buyers.
Hon Roy Vincent minister for mines and member for Athleich spoke at multiple meetings in Ohio Harbour and Top Town. He reviewed harbour progress since 1922, cited 450 000 for harbour works, and urged electors of Ryteigh to continue support for development and jobs in dairying timber and construction.
The article details a government offer of £65,000 to extend a hydroelectric scheme into the south, amid local resistance. It notes broader grants for royal work and Main Roads Act funds, with several shires and municipalities listed for years 1920-34 and totals approaching a quarter of a million. It cites Minister for Public Works Vincent defending forest regeneration and infrastructure spending, while criticizing opposition and delays in extending projects.
Fragmentary notes describe a meeting between Medana Wilbon Mints and Seymour, a Voomiy Coometh clerk, with Selling Store Clerk Mr Crocker. The discussion centers on surcharge rates for different supplies and a revival of a pedwelt as used for domestic consumption.
Coroner Mr C Walker held an inquiry at Coff Harbour about March fire that destroyed Mrs. John Cunningham’s Moonee home and contents. Open verdict recorded after detailed testimony by owner John Cunningham and witnesses. investigation noted no clear cause though live wax matches and possible chewing by a pet were discussed. Property valued with £350 insured contents £355. building insured £50 with other income from gravel and banana leases.
At Raymond's White Way Garage in Coffs Harbour a wide stock of genuine spare parts is available for Chevrolet Buick Marquette and other cars. The notice highlights broad assortment and readiness for instant supply to customers.
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