Passage of a branch of the Liberal League at Coffs Harbour
A deputation led by Mr J Shorter of the Liberal League arrived in Coffs Harbour to establish a local branch. The report notes discussions on telephonic links with Coramba and Srockluna and estimates the cost of providing required services and line construction for the area. The article records mixed reception and a focus on regional development and public communications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walizbo
Waren
Witnees
J. Shorter
Liberal League
Coffs
Frida
League
Geology and gold prospects in the Drake district critique
A mining critic argues that new reports of rich auriferous veins may misstate ore quality. He analyzes matrix composition, quartz and calcite indicators, and the geology of granite belts around Bingara Orange and Clarence valley, warning prospects depend on ore grade and processing capacity. He predicts patchy yet potentially lucrative pockets and urges investors to weigh upper versus lower ore strata.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fimston
Urake
Bingara
Orange
Lunatic
Drak
Tooloon
Minery
Wen
Ibert
Pold
New England
Clarence Valley
Nasion
Rue Bao
Lepuld
Drake
Clarence
Lowar Duces
Izingie
Botee Mvost
Has Cut Boots Her
W. R. Waller Tones, Church of England, and EF and John referenced in a fragmentary notice. The readable text preserves names tied to a religious context without clear event or date details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Waller
Church of England
John
Ray Ta Ta Coffs Harbor Ads and Subscriptions
Fragments describe a Coffs Harbour advertisement page with notices about subscriptions due and delivery, rates, and local news items. It mentions Dorrigo Acvoc.i and WW Gipoeire Pre dAmocition with references to cricket and Sydni stories, dated Friday February 2, 1000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray
Coffs Harbor
Dorrigo
Coffs
Ssuner
Mewad
Gepoeire
D’ Aptocerr
Ahvner
Coff's Harbor Dorrigo Railway Push Prompts Public Pressure
The Coff s Harbor and Dorrigo districts vow to keep prompting the Public Works Committee over evidence gathering on the railway project. A Monday night meeting urged fresh deputations to press the Minister through our local member Mr Briner with aims to secure parliamentary approval in the current session. The district argues a Coffs Harbor to Dorrigo line is vital, will pay off, and should be built at once despite public delays and fiscal tension between state and Commonwealth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coff's Harbor
Dorriga
Public Works Committee
Dorriga Railway
Aria
Enen
Focsl
Briner
Australia
Derrie
Bern
Coffs Harbor
Dorrign
Firat
Works Committee
Btate
Commonwealth
Dorrigo
Lowe
Fiarher
Moniay
Ir W. Hdr Iith
Cujat
Tieot
Mr. Humby
Keith
Cant
Tusen
Almioel Etapeere
Edilonie Tertige
Seaboard
Derrigo
Petter
Dorvi
Toson
Coffs
Noorth
Mottonbird Island
Port Elizabeth
Coffe
Griffin
Miller
Corambao Dorrigo
Shire Council
Smithers
Dorrien
Peans Ware
Stiel
Barlias
Cuba
Mr. Gillet
Quatts
M. Surg Ted
MacNanwarn
Mollsk Heals
M. Metesn
Capt. Turon
Walt
Local Land Court at Bonville Alters Multiple Applications
The Local Land Court at Bonville processes August and September hearings with numerous applicants including Bellingen and Ballina parties. Grants approved or amended plans issued for CPAC PE and CL disputes while Benville figures host conflicts among Mackney Harvey Turnbull and Cruse representatives. The record notes amended plans granted to Arthur W. Parry and mentions several named individuals and firms involved in the land claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moses Walters
Grafton
Labes Gower
Bellingen
Gramed
We. Hamilton
Bellingts
Herbert Hudson
C.P.L
Orn
Ksam Ad
Alfred Enzland
Sp. L
Beltingen
Bafuel
Bafnold
Gilles
MacKamars
B.at
Co. Smith
Bacom
Gemad
Dunes
Pey
Michael O'Comnnell
Ballin- Widherd
Dallingen
Arthur W. Parry
McDonnell
C.C.L
CPAC
Bonville
F.C. Mackney
W. Harvey
G. M. Grom
J. If. Turnball
Mak and Houltwood
Mackner
Harvey and Turnbull
P. J. Mackaanare
G. E. Cruse
Masonic Ball Described With Grand March And Attire
An account of a Masonic ball featuring Grand March and attendees described in lively detail. Remarks note the elegant dress of ladies and the organization by local members, with comments on decoration and orchestration during the evening.
Bonville News Roundup of Storms and Local Happenings
The Bonville correspondent reports stormy weather with little rain but urges a fall to ease pending drought. Colds are common among children while Mr Allen returns from hospital to resume duties and Mr Archer recovers from a horse kick. A surprise party honors Mr and Mrs Gooden with dancing and multiple refreshments. Bonville land-seekers travel to Coff Harbor for conditional purchases on Bonville Greek, with winners named. Perry’s amendment on annual cawmill licenses draws mild local comment amid tax concerns on workers. Roads need repairs despite a £500 annual engineer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Allen
Raleigh District Hospital
W. Archer
Mrs. Gooden
Bonville
Coffe Harbor
Messrs
F. Mackney
Walter Harvie
G. Cross
B. Turnbull
Perry
Teameter
Parents and Citizens Association Meeting At the School
Our correspondent reports a Friday meeting of the Parents and Citizens Association with the inspector’s report on school improvements. The School house will be renovated with £60 spent. a debate with the Kerringi Association was postponed to the next meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parents
Crricena’ Association
Parents and’ Citizens’ Association
Cotterill
Kerringi Association
C. Buchanan
H. Hartley
Lecrunt
Homby
Humby
Wratere
Surveyors map new blocks near Woolgoolga amid barren ranges
In the Pine Range west of Woolgoolgs Road near Coffs Harbor, land appears barren though indigenous grasses persist. Nicholson's camp sits at Karora estate, rented by British Australian Timber Co. Surveying of newly taken blocks continues amid rough hill country. Lobsters were captured near Reedy Headland as proof of coastal activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woolgoolgs Road
Coffs Harbor
Moonee Creek
Nicholson
Snail
Karora
British Australian Timber Co
Hayes
Reedy
Nasty Accident Injures Woolgoolga Worker
Alfred Chick of Woolgoolga employed by the British Australian Timber Co. suffered serious injuries after a tree fell unexpectedly during logging on Tuesday. A four inch wound on the nose and a four inch gash on the neck were treated by Dr. Foler of Coffs Harbour, with additional bruising and a more severe bone exposure from the impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred Chick
Woolgoolgs
Australian Timber Co
Foler
Coffs Harbor
Chick
Fire tragedy at Benyversip colliery causes multiple deaths
Six people were killed and several injured in a coal mine incident at Benyversip. The report mentions improvised safety failures and characters tied to the scene, including FOLEY and HAM DRESS, with details about suspicious items and alleged improprieties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benyversip
Foley
Silverto
Pye Barre
Strope
Otimes
Public Meeting Advocates Dorrigo Rail and Road Upgrades
A large meeting in Cols Hartid aims to press the Public Works Committee for railway and road improvements to Dorrigo. Speakers urge timber export strategy, breakwater planning, and better port shipping facilities to Europe, with a deputation to seek ministerial action.
Shire Council Debates Road Path and Lighterage Scheme
The council discussed routing a road from the Bani Dorrigo road and fencing a dangerous section. They debated shelter for seafaring men, proposed a lighterage company with a £8500 capital, and considered amalgamating Ratepayers and Progress Associations after two hours of debate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bani Dorrigo
Elliott
Graham
Crook
MacNamara
Hamby Bell
E. 1C. Toberte
Smith
Ek Og
Ratepayers and Progress Associations
Flying: Machine Prize Headlines Mixed Fragments
Fragmentary wire copy reports a machine prize and a Northern Mexico event with innings scores 188 and 187. A second meeting discussed postal service needs and the Forestry Bill neared a third reading. Local Union footballers reportedly joined a league movement, stirring concern.
Timber Export Figures in New South Wales Rise
Timber export data from New South Wales shows a large total with increases over the prior year. The figures cite substantial shipment quantities and values, reflecting strong demand and growth in timber trade during the period described.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Wales
Waratar Geelong Arrives After Waratah Search
The steamer Geelong arrived in Adelaide on Wednesday after a mission to Hoeben search for the Waratah. She had trailed the Waratah’s path but failed to locate it and ended the voyage with a report of continued uncertainty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geelong
Australia
Adelaide
Market Prices for Grains and Produce
Market notes list wheat 45 10d and maize Saf 10a with chaff at £4 to £5 per ton. Bis pollard £4 15s, 19 £7 10s. bacon ranged 74d to 8 4s Qd to 4m 3d. Roosters daf appear in brief.
Beaton Abandons English Channel Swim Attempt
E Beaton tried to swim the English Channel but after 17 hours in the water and nearing the French coast he had to abandon the attempt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Beaton
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