14 Jun 1952
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Newspaper
Dungog Chronicle Durham And Gloucester Advertiser
Location
Dungog, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1952
Page
1
A Clarence Town meeting of the M I D C discussed milk surplus block days and factory matters. Directors J Marquet and manager W Sears attended with 25 others, debating marketing, pricing, and production issues at the Dungog Butter Factory.
An excerpt describes a stage or radio program blending suspense and treasure hunt themes. It mentions a treasure map plot device and characters like Bind Pew, with emphasis on tense cues and perilous pursuit in a stylized, period-voice newsroom style.
A garbled note reports a local figure named Prank O Bennel involved in a night of chaos after a town carnival. It claims he served hotel patrons to a fog train and coerced money from bystanders, with confusing mentions of a wake and a lad named Wakeneld.
The note profiles Curtis Skene of Dungog, longtime Indian tea planter turned polo veteran, still turning out weekly for Wirragulla. It chronicles his start in 1898, global polo days with Champions and Hawaii Cup ties, and his ongoing role as a mentor and player, with Wirragulla recently beating Murksre by a goal as the Daley Cup final looms.
A conference is urged among Hunter Valley Coach Co officials and representatives of Muunondle Courts Anat and Shami Courtnl's Ltd to discuss a proposed bus service to Tousian via Port Stephens. The note references Maitland and Richarien as key figures in coordinating the plan.
A fragmented primer on cheese use with many stray phrases. It discusses using cheese for flavor and texture, mentions eggs and vegetables, and hints at varied cooking methods. The piece reads like a rough, OCR laden guide with incomplete sentences and jumbled wording.
In Sydney a truck driver reported a near disaster when the vehicle struck a ferry approach, tipping the vessel and causing weight strain on the ferry ramp. The incident led to delays as crews assessed damages and safety measures.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference Homebush Markets with cattle and malted quality, prime bulllions, blocks and cows. Details are unclear. mentions 2am winchcomite Carson tele graph, 204K cattle and vealer terms. Unable to extract coherent actions or outcomes.
A local grant totaling 2400 pounds was issued to support the Shire project, with supplementary funds bringing the overall sum to 4900 plus. The arrangement aims to back ongoing work and public improvements, with officials confirming the allocations and oversight details.
Fragmentary notes describe water shortages in Rothon ky and nearby areas with mentions of Patmell on Tuesday and Monday. The garbled text references Peri Staymony Rien and a “gallon Mirage Time” while noting heavy evan and Hunt Bistrot Water. Local utilities and residents face strained supply patterns and uncertain delivery plans.
An inquest is held into a fatal road accident near New Lambton. The victim, a woman, died after a car crash on a city street, with details about chain of events and persons involved affecting the inquiry.
Maitland Pastures Protection Board approves purchasing two Conguip rippers from current hire at £232 3s 6d each with half yearly payments of £23 4s 4d. Also to acquire a Ferguson lighter ripper. Arrangement to adjust with local farm officials and departments, with anticipated financing and inspection steps outlined.
The Installation Department reported four months ending April total value of work at £1,084, up from £0 for the same period in 1951, as Town Clerk W J Macken spoke to Dungog Municipal Council. The notes include incomplete figures and discuss costs, apprentice work, and a water system project impacting the municipality.
The document lists a government gift of merino stud rams to New South Wales. It mentions ministerial figures and a formal presentation, with references to a 14) championship and related ceremonial language, reflecting a state agricultural or parliamentary context. The fragmented text references individuals such as a president, a minister, and a MLA, and notes a production or exhibition setting at a ceremony.
An obituary fragment details the death of ML Hay Wane and references several individuals with connections to Dowty and Holt. It notes funeral tributes, a public service, and burial at an English Cemetery. Named figures include ML Hay Wane and A. Moore with references to local communities and a cemetery ceremony.
A garbled, era-tinged fragment recalls a Maitland event with a veteran named Curtin and a street scene. The readable text hints at a fall or stumble and a brief exchange mentioning a person named Paul and a telegraph. Names and exact actions are unclear due to damaged OCR.
A town band reformation meeting drew the mayor, Aldermen, and residents including Arnald Mra, J. Kerr, and J. Hampton. A constitution was proposed to govern band management and property, with a special committee to oversee duties and future elections scheduled for September.
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