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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 06, 1916
Page
1
Perry's Mid-Summer Exhibition of millinery presents lovely hats in the show window with marly prices. In the drapery section the store highlights value in dress materials prints costumes laces hosiery millinery and sheen at Sydney prices. Mercery hats clothing boots and more advertised as quality and economy. Grocery department touts quality cleanliness and low prices with wholesome brands.
An account of a disordered Wednesday night meeting with the committee chair Mr L. Waleby struggling to maintain order. Several speakers spoke briefly, durations extended, and most attendees left annoyed by the confusion and verbose proceedings.
A garbled OCR fragment hints at Irish resistance and German war actions. Mentions Roger Casement, Verdun, Portgual actions, and reactions in Britain. References to political tension, punishments, and wartime rhetoric amid a chaotic, fragmentary narrative.
The Public too often confuses Value with Price. Price is only one factor. the other is the worth of the goods offered. Drapery money goes further at Lloyd's than elsewhere with guaranteed reliability. Clothing prices remain low despite higher costs. Examine our wide range of Ladies and Mens wear, millinery, corsets, and accessories, then compare.
The report notes reduced paper supply affecting farm and local trade. It details shortages, shipment delays, and potential price rises, with officials and shareholders urged to adapt. Names of local firms and dates appear in fragmented form, but the core issue is a widespread paper shortage impacting operations and costs.
Mr J C Careathers in charge of Korera School retires to take a health holiday after undergoing various medical treatments. A list of Carrs family and local names appears in the notice, with references to hospital care and expected time away. The piece notes a three day break and plans to travel before resuming duties in Geaih Grain.
The cabinet grists from Sydney and Waduanday record approvals for the To We tee Avdyey Thursday session. Government rare measures are under review as the law aims to elevate array abilities and ensure steadier governance.
A War Amelioration Fund was formed at a public gathering described as talkative and constructive. Officials and attendees discussed fundraising aims and community support for wartime relief efforts. A local organizer named and plans for future meetings were noted.
A chaotic Wednesday night session at the School of Arts discussed establishing the Coffs Harbor and Districts War Amelioration Fund. The motion, led by Mr Mandeorene and supported by 21 Seabee, urged contributions, reporting, and an appeals process to aid wounded soldiers and dependents amid wartime strain.
Minutes record a chaotic assembly with names such as Mara Mallougell Gillee Mhovierd Pullen Palmer and Rothoiag. They discuss wages, table decor, a new carpet, and plans to extend the building by forty percent while considering insurance and a light wiring question. The custodians’ pay is fixed at five pounds per week, and several motions contemplate furniture, payroll, and renovations pending further meeting.
A garbled historical newspaper fragment mentions Irish rebels Clarke and M Danagh, martial force, and imprisonment. The text references Kir Iloger Coowment and a national member My Giowel for North-west Masth, with startled reactions and order recalls amid a chaotic scene.
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