This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 25, 1934
Page
1
The notice lists church services for Catholic, Methodist, and Presbyterian congregations on May 27 with times and locations in Harbor and nearby towns. It also notes moon phases for May including full moon on May 29 and other lunar dates. A stray line mentions Harbor near five o clock with low tide timing.
A lengthy report from the North Coast addresses government forest policy and leasing plans. Officials discuss reserves and timber lease terms while communities raise concerns about conservation and employment impacts.
A period advertisement touts Woods peppermint cure for children’s hacking coughs. The copy claims quick relief and emphasizes safety for youngsters. It markets a flavored remedy and notes usage directions and endorsements typical of early 20th century patent medicines.
Mr ROP Cahill travels to Sydney for a Country Football League gathering. A send off for Mr and Mrs George Miller and family is planned at Masonic Hall. Mr Miller leaves for Ketupeey to join the FParentry Office. Mr C P Ongley, Korora teacher, suffered a stroke like episode with a broken spell this week. Mr JLB Chetdine returns to Cola Harbour after a hospital stay for neck carbuncles and recovery progresses. Boss Stewart, Natchuech Football League president, will attend district meetings to discuss plans. An eight year old boy from Cola Barbour and Macksville loses a finger while playing at an iron machine during school holidays. Mr Sorman Marah visits his brother at Coffe Harbour, travels by train from Sydney after months away and undergoes a serious operation. He discusses various views during the journey.
A seaside carnival organized by the Jets Surf Club and Jetty Condor Football Club with Mr A E Raibey as secretary took place on Dupemeliey beach. Officials and public figures attended as stalls opened and a procession moved from Metabil Hall to the beach, with weather described as challenging but event proceeds planned for sunnier months.
A long list of handicaps and events fills the program for a local fair. It features tilting at fling, weight events, throwing, pole vaults, and novelty races. Prizes include trophies, prizes, and a grand ball with music by Hann and Pardo's Orchestra.
Reports describe demonstrations by Mr Burke and a talk on the Kaffee Muerhene, plus cabinet displays by The beautiful cabinets Meave ce Hine Co. The piece notes a separate item about a vessel wreck and maritime trade concerns near Sambucen, including crew details and a fatality aboard.
Tender call issued by the Postmaster General for a Vegi Peetiinstertemetid project. Submissions due by a specified date at Petit on Poniihie Cihemmerie with viewing at Narbaur Sandration and Waeyetrnng. Technical approval by an Engineer and fusion AOMORI Hepiiy Pomamiter details.
A confusing report describes crowds gathering Monday night near Deere rlee Liat to witness a calf incident. Authorities and onlookers reacted as the animal was calmed and stones were used in the effort. No clear outcome or exact location is stated.
A conference debated restricting banana production in several districts to improve industry conditions. Fiji bananas were discussed for potential import to Australia and possible price impacts. A committee urged replacing duties with a Fiji banana reserve fund to stimulate consumption and support eastern states amid federal requirements.
Boxing fans expect a strong program with Wheat Man Carmendette and Vili Doma in key bouts at Sehioel on Attamex. The loaded lineup includes Toth vs a noted rival and Linhingen facing a tough foe as Bobition and Elie also appear.
A meeting of Girl Guides at the pier chaired by Hawke elected president with Tivthorsen and Clisseled as stewards. Dessie Smith named secretary and Mike Henderson treasurer. A sub committee will draft rules and parents will be asked to apply for registrations and warrants.
A community event outlines a special display featuring varied lighting and decorative schemes for a hall show. Organizers promise a refreshed ambiance with new tableaus and a focus on art showcase pieces.
The readable text references names such as Empire Dias and J Gluger along with mentions of officials, a secretary, and medical notes for influenza and colds. The garbled OCR yields little coherent narrative beyond scattered proper nouns and vague references to public figures.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.