12 May 1939
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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 12, 1939
Page
1
Community notices list Catholic and Methodist church services across Harbour and Colis Harbour with times and presiding ministers. It also notes Presbyterian services and a May moon phase sequence including New Moon and First Quarter dates, plus sunrise and sunset abbreviations and miscellaneous local calendar details.
The Culfs Chamber of Commerce secretary reports plans for new forestry offices to be built at the Jetty opposite the Pier Motel. One color elevation sketch and a detailed Public Works plan outline a facility for the timber industry with a central office complex and basement utilities, aiming to serve the district and largest timber port in the Commonwealth.
A lengthy local court record details a man named William facing fines for violations at Cadta Pubbee Cone Uluis Teenie. The document lists multiple entities including Otothe, Corl, and Slooiww as witnesses or involved parties, with emphasis on penalties and procedural steps.
Fragmentary report outlines voluntary service groups and community activities. It mentions names and places in a period tone but few clear details remain readable. The piece hints at meetings, plans, and local involvement across neighborhoods and civic teams.
The Banana Marketing Board reports on today’s Sydney market with regulation graded first quality fruit and various fruit codes. Melbourne federation representative notes prices for jeruit and other items, and Adelaide market shows regulation graded trial quality fruit with mixed pricing across several grades.
An incident at a town show ends with Mrs. Rod. Edwards of Kyoele injuring her foot after stepping on a brown snake about two inches long. No further injuries reported.
A fragmentary notice describes a local event involving Tilia Vier ttite and an "oben stork of ile Appl aie eh Ties tiaeettion" at Mooi Street. It mentions Mr T W Horner, a Hudia Mechanic, in unclear context.
John Thomas Pearce of Eastern Dorrigo appeared at Police Court before Mr A J Bryant pleading guilty to drunkenness and indecent language at Park Lane on November 27. He was fined costs and £5 plus eight weeks' imprisonment in default. the judge refused to allow payment of the fine.
Local notes detail the Coffs Surf Club moving to a new site and a lively season ahead. The article lists committee members, apologies for absentees, and invites members to participate, with plans for Friday gatherings and community events.
A lengthy traffic obstruction occurred on Roadie bond near Weliligen with vehicles stuck for over an hour. Drivers including Frank Kelly faced detours as responders worked to clear debris and restore access from the opposite direction.
An officer named Greg in a militia unit was injured in a two car crash near Newtle during the Mareth week. Another vehicle driven by Mr Green was involved and Green was in the back seat, thrown forward and struck. Mrs Green was reported to be in a rear seat passenger area as the accident occurred.
A local shoe listing announces men's cherry patent pumps available at Wunderlich's with a focus on stylish footwear for customers seeking upscale dress shoes.
The passage describes a world where traditional transport has vanished and people travel on foot or by primitive carts. The long overland trek spans three days, with harsh challenges from fire, rough terrain, and dense bush. Narration recalls towns and routes now altered by war and disruption, forcing arduous journeys and survival amid changed lifeways.
Two weekly lectures have been held with growing attendances. Dr Hawne and Matron James lead the sessions, aiming to raise average understanding and skill in first aid amid community interest.
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