Early Days Reminiscences Of Port Stephens Muster
Memoir fragment recalls government markers on local roads near Gloucester and Pawickland isles, vivid memories of A A Gov muster across vast tracts. Describes cattle drives from Gungat to Goal Greek, cross-district hospitality, and a fatal shooting near Avon while praising hardy horsemen and pioneer women.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matey
Gloucester
Algo
Welland's Lane
Jim Forbes
Pawickland's Road
E. Bowen
Stratford
Port Stephens
A. A. Gov
Gungat
Upper Avon
Wellard
Prohibition Truth Telling Debate Sparks League Critique
A New Idea edition cites Ernest Cherrington of the Anti-Saloon League on its eighth prohibition anniversary. Critics question funding, truth claims, and past exaggerations while urging measured, evidence based messaging.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
League
Ernest
Cherrington
Anti-Saloon League
Daily News
New York
Iquar
Scottish Story Tells of Shirt Worn by Sir Walter Scott
Edinburgh man Richard Ramsay dies at 90 and leaves tales of Old Edinburgh. His tale centers on a shirt Sir Walter Scott wore when knighted. The yarn links Ramsay’s family to Auchendinny, Christina Pollock, Rob Ditson, and a coach journey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Ramsay
Edinburgh
Sir Walter Scott
Mr. Rameau
Ralphor
Rob. Dixon
Queen Victoria
Weller Scottt
Besgar
Suit Cases and Trimmings Price List
Suit cases in leather and fibre with nickel locks and capped corners. Fibre cases priced 8/11 to 21/- each, leather from 39/6 to 57/6. Ladies trimmed felt offered in styles and colours. Note the price glass.
Rabbit Brins Firm and Industrial Conference Notes
Supplies of rabbit weekly from Winchcombe Carson Ltd show prices at various levels with autumn and winter ranges. The Industrial Conference sees Australian delegates named to represent dairy interests. Hudson Motor Co reports 1927 net income of 14,494,256 dots with per share profit of 9 dollars, noting strong gains and improved balance sheet as current assets reach 30,839,291 dots. Hobson’s Bay scene captures the Hobson's Bay and contingents from NSW and Queensland arriving in Hobart on the way to Plymouth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchcombe, Carson Ltd
Wednes- May
Sydney
Wales
Induethial
Lat
Gomwell
Meade TW
Plunkett
Queensland
Jno Tarthin
Vigtoria
Diirylog
Hudson Motor Go
Hudson
Wath Bay
Hobson's Bay
New South Wales
Hobart
Plymouth
Englisted Newwork at Victoria and Albert Museum
An early 19th century English needlework piece in chenille on satin is among the latest acquisitions at the Victoria and Albert Museum. It is dated 1816 and worked by M. J. Sasse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anmonig
Victoria and Albert Museum
M. J. Sasse
Local Butcher Promises Fresh Beef Pork and Mutton
Quatomers can depend on securing the best of beef, pork and mutton, with prompt attention to their requirements. The ad emphasizes quality cuts and quick service from a trusted supplier in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gramophones
DECCA
FOX
Also Mentioned on This Page
Rifles & Ammunition
IONA
Sen. Harris
Ercappers BS
N.S.W
Gloucester Electric Supply Company, Ltd
HOT Point
Garner
W. Batger
Tailor Church
Lavers
J. H. Smith
John Lander
Avon
Dungox
McKinley
Finch
Jack
Dungog
Landers
Australia
Arrangem
Wille
Durloen
Trouser Press
Velour Coats
Calf
Morocco
J. Whatson
Frice
Hudson-Essex
Ormwells
George Watson Royal Hotel
A. E. Tull
General Carrier
G. Nash
Tagen Ela Perenne
A. J. Woodward
Bel
O’brien
Abralzo
Wrest, J. F. O'Brien, Ltd
West Maitland
Government SaVings Bank
Messrs
Russell Hall & Davies
Accountad
Sofeland North Agency
Considine
SKODA
W! Riest PN
Neres
George. Street
Haydas
Maitland
Lucerne
Raymond Terrace
Dann
Sporting Best
Hart & Coy
High Street
John Hart
Ronald Braby
M.C
A. I. Cavanough
Emist & Stationer, Glouce
Wedding
Comino Bros
Bylvester
Peters
Comino Bros Phone No
W. A. Phillips
J. Beaton
Proprietor
Aes Preny
Phen Glowcester
Wlasla
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