Port Stephens development plans gain Maitland Chamber support
Members of the Maitland district Chamber of Commerce back the Port Stephens development proposal. A rail line from Morpeth to Pindimar is seen as the cheapest link to connect the north and northwest with Port Stephens, while a route from Telegherry Creek to Newcastle Harbour is deemed less useful to the State. In Wingham, the show drew a large crowd with pony classes split into two divisions. judges noted scoring adjustments and a misprint in awards. Football trials and a snake bite incident at Strathcedur featured in local notes, with preparations for upcoming tennis and shop advertisements following.
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Port Stephens
Maitland Andistrict Chamber of Commerce
Morpeth
Pindimar
Nneth-West
Port Stevens
Telegherry Creek
Newcastly Harbour
Budget and road finance from State Budget signals steady growth
The State Budget features a projected four million pound Main Roads program for next year, including federal aid and carry-over funds. Officials note the original 1924 allocation and rising motor tax revenues have expanded, with 1928-29 motor tax income around £1.9 million. A broader plan anticipates continued expansion in subsequent years and greater road work funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ds. Watson
Motorists' Association
Pehe
Ronde Board
Mary Reary
UW O
Willy
Electoral rolls notice on enrolment and exhibition
Public notice lists Commonwealth electoral roll updates up to March 1 1928 with names removed and added, with copies of the 1986 print of the Petea Rolls on display in public buildings. It reminds electors to enrol or transfer, warns of penalties, and advertises goods at Soltieh's including clothing and footwear.
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A. Pein
Imo
Artifur
Chysian
Toberison
Ccm
Ail Ost
Commonwealth
Opening of 1828 season at Glidedstu Golf Club
Glidedstu Golf Club invites all members and intending members to the 1928 season opening on Saturday at 2 o'clock with member and associate competition games and afternoon tea. The city has finished a neat golf house with course improvements, and a strong turnout is expected from nearby clubs. Gloucester golfers trip to Maitland included A I Woodward winning the morning 48 hole stroke handicap with 96 72 net, and Woodward and Seabje ting off for the Cup at Maitland on May 4.
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Glidedstu Golf Club
Maitland
A. I. Woodward
C. Streat
F. A Inaay
D.C. Rye
Nastland
A. J. Woodward
F. Scobie
Malte Jend
Haing
Gloucester
Halle
Woodward
Seabje Ting
Maityad
Beturday
Anzac Day Remembrance Messages From Leaders
A jubilant Anzac Day scene in Australia and New Zealand honors fallen troops. King and Prime Minister deliver messages of memory and duty, pledging that sacrifice will endure and national remembrance remain sacred.
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Stonehaven
Gallipoli
Australia
New Zealand
Natratit
Sydney Celebration Inspiring Anzac Day Parade
Large crowds from metropolitan Sydney gathered to view the Anzac Day parade through the city streets. The procession started at the Consort forum grounds and moved along main arteries with ten of thousands marching abreast. Nearly 20 000 returned soldiers and residents observed the ceremony, as bands played suitable music and three services were held at St Andrew’s Cathedral and St Mary’s Cathedral. Acting Premier Tuten shaw and Attorney General Boyte attended, wreaths were laid at the cenotaph, and veterans from hospitals joined the march.
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Sydney
Motro~ Politan
Doman
Heely
Hyman
Tutenshaw
Boyte
V.C
Leg
New South Wales
St. Andrews
St Mary's Cathedral
Anzac Day Ceremony Draws Massive Australian Crowd
The crowd exceeded 100000 as a procession of ex-service members passed through, aided by a large aircraft fleet. Captain P. W. Tugwell delivered a speech marking Anzac Day as a solemn remembrance and tribute to the Anzac spirit shown in World War I battles such as Mont Saint Quentin. The ceremony ended with the firing of the last post.
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P. W. Tugwell
Australia
France
Mont
St. Quentin
Angus
Memorial Service Held in Gloucester Sub-league Arrangements
A memorial service arranged by the Gloucester Sub-league of the AA 2 EL League took place at Horcinton Gloucester with attendance from the Shire President and many church leaders. The event featured remarks by Rev J W Togers and assistance from ministers and Sunday School members, with contributions from local churches. The Vast Post and Reveille funds were provided by Mr J Bourke.
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Mervice
Gloucester
Anzme
Leaneh
Horcinton
Gloucnstor
Stratford
Gos Ollior Jych. Migenns
Algn
TS. Kelf
Previtant
League
Wo Nadirr
Chuck of
England
W. C. James
S. J. Seatt
A. Fisher
Lewue
Srs
St 4
Ghannell
Church of England
J. W. Togers
Ottine
J. Bourke
Port Stephens era seen as key cattle export hub
A period article argues Port Stephens would anchor New South Wales cattle industry development. It highlights northern NSW as the heartland with 120,000 cattle, drought resilience, and high meat exports. It praises rail and deep-water waterfront works to move stock directly to ships, boosting state revenue and global competitiveness.
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Altin
Jane Met
Hisks
Glencester
Nuelhorn
New South Wales
Siphons
Australian Agricultural Company
Port Stephens
Port Stenhans Anon
NewSouth
Wales
Odin
Buda
Mumely
Dalry
Weer
Snel Pyle
Victoria
Wunter
Tbis
Seelinn
Australia
Syney Royal
Fred
Bel Ahir
Ausleatia
New — Zealand
Argenting
Nendueng Coun
Lit
Aberdeen
Waratah
Homebush
Orange
Imicka Nmi
Hans
South Ameria
Port Stephena
Special Cattle Sale at Armidale Yard Sees Strong Bids
Measrs A. Al. McArthur and Col vert report a large turnout at Armidale stock yards on Thursday with about 1700 head yarded. Demand was keen for New England bred cattle including Herefords and Durhams, prices firm with strong bidding and excellent average values near the season’s best.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Armidale
Hereford
Market report on cattle and goats with mixed prices
A market update notes continued arrivals of cattle and goats with a generally lower tone. Buyers showed tepid interest as prices slipped on steers cows and plain qualities, while prime weights and light stock fetched modest gains. Names such as Mrs P N Laurie of Gloucester and W P Reichert of Gloucester appear among buyers with quoted totals in pounds and shillings.
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YEO
Market Prices Report At Sydney Sale
A market report notes supplies of pigs and other meat at Sydney sales. Prices ranged with porkers from 4R to 62R and basonets from 63R to 78R while breakfast items moved up to 160R. Keen bidding pushed values higher as buyers closed hands at firm levels.
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Witeheomne
Garontra
Thestay
Sydney
Fleuros
Porkere
Brekfa
Porkers
Milk weed blamed for sheep deaths in Arla Park
Mr T Sanderson moved 1000 sheep between paddocks when the following day 00 animals lay dead and many others sick. Inspector P A Whyte says Euphorbia Drummondi, or milk weed, is likely to have caused the losses. Farmers advised against letting sheep browse the weed during this time. A devils layer or devil's flower weed is also appearing in the Borelan district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. Sanderson
Arla Park
P. A. Whyte
Head hunting and murders surge in Delta division
In Delta division of Papaw the head hunting and related killings have surged since Christmas with many murders reported. Nine native village policemen are alleged to have taken part and a native policeman is named as instigator. The incident stems from a December attack in Morigio and a reprisal that led to further killings including mutilation and cannibalism.
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Delta
Papaw
L. Day
Montha
Balmain
Bulding
Mission Boat
Pelle
Villagara
Sydney
Lete
Brothers
Port Moresby
Amos
Gury Vilage
Morigio
Apies
Scullin named Labor leader in Australia caucus vote
The Labor Caucus elected J H Scullin leader of the Federal Labor Party succeeding Charlton with A Blakeley as deputy and N Makin as secretary. Theodore did not stand. Blakeley won the leadership vote by a narrow margin amid parliamentary reaction. Bruce spoke for the government as Beullin and Monnens were appointed to roles. Theodore’s defeat astonished parliament while Charlton’s resignation was debated. Later, an advertisement for Doan's Ointment touts skin relief with a personal testimonial from Mrs. Miller in Sydney.
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Canberra
Labor
J. H. Scullin
Federal
Labor Party
House of Representatives
Beullin
Queensland
Theodore
Blakeley
Dean
A. Miller
Knight Street
Erskineville
Sydney
Doan
Fowler- Modlellan Co
Hamilton Street
Empire Day Celebrations Planned at Barrington School
The Annual Empire Day events will be held at Barrington School on Empire Day May 24 featuring a Basket Plan and sports. A night ball and supper will follow at Barrington Hall. Notices invite everyone to attend. a separate classified line mentions a dairy farm on shares and other details.
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W. W. Hawdon
V. Emmett
Conyanor
Barrington School
Barrington Hall
Moral
See
P.& C. Anan
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Ww. W. Hawdon
coLrTom
Russell Hall and Davies
W. Trembath
Public Accountants
Cmurch ST
Gloucester Mead
DR. Forsyth
Queen ST. Gloucester
Cecil Sutton
Ngham Bhow
Wingham
B. Walley
J. J. Barbour
Alison
Hector Wilson
Fo ‘McRae
Gavin Perram
Harry Perram
Bruce Wilson
Clem ‘Perram
Belttona
Ernest Wentworth Watson
Mrs Watson
Strathcedur
Wham
the Creek
Edmonds
Wineham
Pityie
Tenn
Barrington
P.m
Mia
A. Everett
F. and
Ianfiorton
K. Porbes
L. Meards
Nck
Settich's
Meth
Lyndon
Ninga Gresk
Jack Cassimaty
Tandella Street
Wauchope
Port Macquerie
Seliektas
Mogens
Woodart
Burtington
Apel
London
Mursens Farmers’ Federation
Ausrain
Teemsen
Bathurst
Mary McNamara
Quigmy
Alan
Mons
Ater
Mammett Hiver
Soll
Court House
Moucedar
Tuosiky
Mecot, Moteatt
Upper Wallamba Dairy Society
Mayen
Hattie
Inwealth
GOLF
Aweao
Ayppesneniter
Omage
Thebes
Yaare
Battalive
Auriratta
Anzag
Kod
Deeda Magy
Moore Nietory
Anno Bay
Australi
Theda Herota
Grorce Ail
Onagh
Hautenant
John Mtenaste
Anne Nay
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Matthewson and Go
Puarday
T. A. Laurie
Crawford Brow
S. Sansom
Moranoa
G. Deards
T. Airens Nor
Wollardy
A. J. B. Lutte
Laurie
Slours
Vo Crongh
Elfen
J.T. Grant
A. Ashby
Rawson
Wealer
J. A. Murray
R. Ila
M. J. Landers
J. Carter
W. Rumbel
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Mes. Laure
Milas Tamble
J. We Gore Bell
Alors
Rune
Ay McPherson
Fred Norris
HA. Grant
Row
Neloe
T. Mckinnom
K. Tiggina
H. Shelton
H. Taylor
W. Nagnall
Stear
Gloucester Catts
Ponty Mon Fay
Garson
P. N. Laurie
Wallorks
W. P. Reichert
Moucester
Venturs
Firm Pid Market
Ative Police
Scullin
Federal Labor Party
Gloucester Golf Club
Douglas Waddell & CO
ION & Trucking Agents
Shire Yards
Pat
Douglas Waddell
Pig
WEFC
New Ene
Hall and Mackay Hiver
Douglas Waddell Co
Morris Cars and Trucks
ATL
Shire Yarde
Vontune
Bareton & Cane
Gratton
Goathulloges & Strers
Gloucester Stock Sales
Brook
Gwen
Matthewson * CO
Cabh Sale
Sellichs Chambers
Matthewson 4 CO
Thurssay
Plas
Olotock Raiway
Ofolock
Lotinge & Land
Copeland
Adumey
Matthewson & CO
Gloucester Motor Saler Company
Oldsmobile
G.M.C
General Motors
Grahame’y
Boas
New England Mutual Building & Investment Society Ltd
Agasin
Liverpool
Tee Eeeatie
NAIRY
Thrace
Matthewson & GO
Galite
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