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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 05, 1924
Page
2
Advertising policy notes a large number of peer accounts and outlines that ads must come from subscribers or regular firms. Mentions future publication of ads from individuals and the requirement of cash payments. Rates are four cents per line with a minimum charge.
The article argues that Gloucester Shire sits on an underdeveloped, partly developed area hampered by poor road access. It notes federal and state grants aimed at road development, cites a £400 federal grant already received, and mentions an upcoming £50,000 grant. The piece highlights a proposed motor traffic road from Wankivers to Upper Myall via Wankwary and Jermellan, linking to the Bonyah-Bullahdelah road, detailing distance, terrain, and safety concerns, and stresses the district’s need for a first class motor road to unlock agricultural and settlement potential.
A garbled report details a vehicular incident and odd discoveries, with mentions of a champion something and a strange find involving a steamer. The text references local officials, a meeting about funds, and community names in a chaotic transcription.
A chaotic OCR fragment bundle covers aviation weapons naval actions and personal notices with garbled names and places. It mentions a final settlement, a British airport shelter, a naval clash near Kirkwall, a pole expedition, and various disjointed references to hospitals Wembley and Wembley events.
The final at iWguresier Park Tennis Tournament was won Saturday by M. Salling and Joan Melniyre who defeated H. Wetland and V. Goddard. The races schedule shifts to Friday August 15 with proceeds to benefit male celebrity fund. lineup includes Pull-back, Herford 1, Tintin, Ireraway, Ware and Brit entrants and noted players Mueris, Trembath, Bousired, Leer, Walker, and Wilken. Emergendrs Sowa and Ealeeneda also listed.
Funeral notice for Mrs Midellebrauk announces death of a longtime figure in the community. She married at age 20 and had deep roots in the district, with family names including Mant, Wickham, Maitland, Xeverastle, and Matthews. The service is set for Saturday afternoon at Mail Church of Eogieed, conducted by Rev. A W Weer.
A strong south easterly gale swept NSW and Victoria on Saturday. The ship Elien returned to base after heavy damage near Sydney. The Slouttier Millett was refloated, with reports resembling Gun Alley Thortur from Melbourne. A wrecked vessel’s body was found near Coltele, with a missing crew member presumed dead. Cabinet considers midwifery chair at Coleraity Amin amid notices of a visitor frigate. A night disaster on the railway line left Bal-undaxy dead. The Undine engine vessel for patient transport was seen near Byedmey harbour. Items includeVeigage forks and Western Australia banking notice.
Fragmented OCR reads like a medical note. It mentions Soni In coe of the nin conesmna af evermine and lists names such as JACK and WHEMERE as well as Mortie Pies Seeley. The text references eye care repairs and a product or remedy for influenza labeled Great Peppermint Gurr.
A Craven community service at Graves Union Hall honored the Rev. and Mrs. Huiehan and family with welcome words by Messer Aston and Cates. Rev. Thompson presented a roll of notes, with various readings, songs, and recitations by local children and adults, marking a commemorative, ceremonial event.
A Saturday race day featured the Flying Handicap with Sweet Myrtle and Lawless fighting for the lead. Lawless won the runoff by a head after a tight stretch duel, with Time Lat Beta and other runners behind. The Worcester program also listed the Vlodchester Handicap and Farewell ManniCap results, noting May Eaton leading early but fading to finish mid-pack.
Fragmented sports notes detail August racing events at various venues including Muntwick and Warwick. Mentions prize money rises, Derby candidates, and results from the Maitland Cup and Gardiner Park games. Rugby and baseball results include New South Wales and South Australia matches with notable performances.
Buyers from 110 owners engaged in the calf sale section with 2500 head on offer. Prices held firm for good to prime stock as Thursday permits保持 solid trade. Yardings showed steers and bullocks in several yards with many buyers and a heavy bullock trade.
A large cattle sale yesterday drew buyers for prime and good quality stock, with prices rising for prime and mid grades while medium and inferior yarders lagged. Best lots reached high figures, sellers reported strong demand from stores and traders as horse and bullock consignments from Campbell’s yards drew attention.
Fragmentary OCR snippet mentions Mariety Sydney and miscellaneous items including coins and prices. The legible parts reference a Monday timeline and some trade terms, but details are unclear and many words are garbled. The readable fragments suggest a brief market note with prices and items but lack coherent context.
The tale shows a rifle practice event with scores listed for participants including L. Wallisite and U. Lamadown with entries like 46 45 5 18 and 4 4 5. Names appear repeatedly in a dense OCR fragment, reflecting a local shooting meet with multiple shooters and scattered scores.
Police report from Weeton states Sergeant Tuas arrested Jasper Joseph Stermbeck near Weaton after complaints. Stermbeck, recently discharged from a hospital, was taken to Nowasil Troepiion Homer with a sizable sum of money and belongings including a hornesher and other items.
An attendant at the Prince of Wales hospital in Randwick reported William Hampson, aged 40, missing since Thursday. He was found in an open hut near Bamday when searched by staff, and authorities are investigating the disappearance.
A Sunday attempt to break into the Orarge Street branch of the Commonwealth Bank failed as burglars could not force the door. The safe was not opened and only a small amount of money was reported missing. Policemen are reviewing the vague device clues from the scene.
Fragmented obituary fragment lists Lowrey family members including Leavrd Lowrey and descendants, with thanks to for kindness and support. The text blends memorial lines, names, and belated tributes, referencing a death on August 5th and a family gathering with siblings Aggie and Arthur.
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Sunday Trinity after, Gloucester River 2.30, Tinncester 7.30 fav H W Rogers. Presbyterians Bannon Vale 10.20, Craven Creek 2. Ghiwevstar Te Rev James Allan. Methodist Stratford Bab 5 Glow ereter 70. Congregational Mission Hullag 14, Deattie's Gslund $3 Par focog Hall 7.45.
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