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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 31, 1927
Page
1
An OCR style listing shows religious services at various churches on Whitsun Day and June events. It includes times for Harbor, Pathol, Methomat chunk, and Moon phases with dates like May 31 first quarter May 30 and June 15 full moon, plus tide notes and run times.
Report from W'a Harbor notes a cart capsized near Manley's Crossing causing oil spill and minor injuries. Irvine Goaling was driving. no serious harm reported. Authorities, rain complicates scene as metal meeting proceeds with delays. A coachman assists as the boat's line is secured and repairs underway.
A garbled report lists Penne Betty Pictures and various stage acts including The Navigator and Fig Leaves at Olive, with Darden and George Briss as attractions. It also notes a Tasmanian Catholic meeting electing Reg Shenshan as home secretary, plus plans for an aris court opening and a convent event. Bonville High School results mention Miss Casnidy Hall and Harry Turnball achieving distinctions at recent exams.
A fragmented report from Coffe Harbor describes chaotic events as authorities grapple with an emergency. Foreboding weather and shifting lines of duty create delays and confusion. Officials urge calm while teams work to restore order.
The chamber hosts an education and arts evening with the president of commerce and agricultural society presenting along with a Butter resort showcase. Gloria performs in a featured role as the cast promises a strong, charming night with a fare of music and stage arts.
A jumble of figures and words mentions a stock purchase, a price range, and quality notes. Names and clear actions are obscured by OCR errors, but reference to quantities and timing appears alongside vague market terms and a price per unit.
A garbled passage argues about evaluating actions by foreign products and the Empire. It mentions Germany Sweden Japan and other countries, urging adherence to a principle of favoring domestic or local matters. The text reflects cautious rhetoric about public sentiment and national interest.
A garbled OCR passage hints at a disturbing story about a young bride and her husband with references to misused recipes and unknown figures. The text is fragmented but suggests themes of privacy, relationships, and coercive or unsettling behavior within a domestic setting.
The account records venture costs for a conservatory event with items including admission at £74 0 8 and programme costs £2 4 0, disbursements apportioned to living expenses £17 11, 20 percent of proceeds to Ball £15, plus printing £3 19, telegrams and money orders £5, and other items such as chocolates and wavering costs.
A garbled excerpt tells of a fake canvasser selling ads in a small town. The mock incident shows a wary storekeeper and locals debating whether an advertisement in a local paper is credible. It hints at trust and practice in early advertising within a rural community.
The article covers discussions in the Chamber of Commerce about boundary adjustments and harbor project funding. It notes estimates for works under the current and previous governments, with figures like 29600 pounds and unexpended 2000 pounds. The secretary is tasked to verify election boundary plans and ensure Cole Harbor remains intact amid potential electorate changes.
A rough Coramba versus Jetty match ended with a disputed win for Coramba after a late decision by referee Mt. Bay. Coramba dominated early and late, with fouls and near-goals shaping the tense game. Post match talk focused on improving local football at a coming district meeting.
Italian airman De Pineda lands in Azores aboard the soapline crew as Hurts Inland hosts a special church service. A large gathering at Empire Hall on Thursday marks Queen of Agriculture candidate Elna Bray’s event with social activities, honoring local politics and upcoming elections.
Clarges Wilinaer Ri nies 4p win shot a Colle Hatboro eu om Rasarey laioifh. Glen beat them by one point at 100 yards as Porter led with a 68 verda. Mulloach and Randall posted high scores while 210 prizes were awarded. Mesdames McCarthy and Potter observed as winners were celebrated for best marks at various ranges.
The article discusses rabbit skin marking and aging methods, detailing tattoo marks on tongues for identification, and notes a tax influenced birth anomaly. It mentions Mr. Wedd and describes how markings appear on the fur as growth proceeds, with a claim of 27 rabbit skin varieties starting from early stages.
A fragmented report notes carpet related activity near Harbor and surrounding community areas. Mr Walter Jordan of Cons Harbor is mentioned with possible involvement as the situation unfolds amid local discussion on carpet prevalence and land use. Further details on growth and population impact remain unclear.
The text reports election results and funding notes involving Lane Deroee and mutch elected LaAnes. It references government allocations, expenditure justification, and Commonwealth support for a project tied to community or infrastructure services. Names, places, and dates are inconsistently presented due to OCR artifacts.
Port Adelaide voters saw a political cartoon satirizing the campaign finance scene. The drawing skewered local figures and timing of spending as the election neared, with commentary on money and power shaping policy.
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