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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 11, 1940
Page
2
Fragmentary readable phrases list names such as MOLETON HASRINSON GLEN WILSTIN and VINCI G&A, plus vague references to goods, a river and a sound. No clear event, date, or location emerges from the text.
The Orara Valley Association and Glenreagh business groups prepare for the annual carnival at Corambs with a full programme for all ages. Proceeds go to War Cuts, while the smaller schools gain a fair chance at the Challenge Shield. Events include Haris Cup heats, various ball games, and novelty contests with prizes donated by local sponsors.
Garden notes discuss how to position plants for bright displays in late spring and summer. It explains staking and care to encourage vigorous growth, including how plants increase with age and how dormancy in winter supports healthier development. The piece references varieties, care steps, and the importance of proper maintenance for a lush central display.
An old advertisement lists carnations for sale with varieties and prices. It mentions White, Pink, and Yellow blooms, numerous names and plant claims, and a special offer from Shepherd & Son Ltd in Sydney. The copy is jammed with misread words and uncertain details but preserves the catalog style and vendor names.
Disjointed OCR fragment lists personal names, places, and terms tied to a night tennis scene. The garbled text includes scattered references to Bregers Sawyers Wine Heber and various ambiguous phrases, yielding no coherent event or outcome.
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