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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 28, 1951
Page
2
Fragmented OCR text describes a mix of local events including a three day ity festival, prize money, and a pennant issue. Mentions Liverpool, Queensland governments, and security funds. Also contains criminal court references to a murder trial and various theatrical productions with Technicolor film features and a grand show planned for Friday to Sunday.
In a local golf gathering, players listed include Mrs Huggi OMe Pikes, Mrs Brom, Mrs Yalow, Mrs Charman, Mrs Bayless, and Mrs Didham. The event features a flag contest and a club tournament with results expected after a draw and on-site play at Chalctine.
A local committee raises funds for the Mc Mallail Club through a Miss Gloucester Quest 10 event. The plan includes an official opening and prize details, with representatives coordinating from town bodies and area groups. The event targets fundraising for the new building and involves local organizations and residents.
A highly successful sale occurred at Gloucester Shire Yielda last Friday. Livestock from Mr John Brown of Tigray attracted broad interest with prices listed for cows heifers and steers. Vendors included Tom Hicks Paul Hean and Joe Corbett with various lots described by price and breed. Multiple figures and codes indicate sale results across many stock types and qualities.
In a tense football match the Northern and Southern teams produced a tight battle with strong defense. Players such as Conner, Randall and Cook for the North and Ghouveaters for the South contributed but neither side broke through, ending the game in a draw.
Fragmented notes describe golf weekend gossip around Seaton and Seaton club, mentions of players such as Rowe and Streat, a 40-point record in a BleDletor vent, and discussions of form and potential transfers. Unclear names and punctuation abound but highlight optimism and results from recent play.
Opening of the landing ground is postponed as authorities and naval forces coordinate a schedule. The delay impacts September plans and an anticipated visit from a high official as inspections and final arrangements proceed.
A long attendance at a social gathering marks the weekend as a family and community scene. The piece mentions a 40th wedding anniversary, Mrs Ste Kacy’s family hosting, and congratulations to the couple. It also notes outings, visitors, and holiday plans with relatives, neighbors, and local workers, all part of a busy social calendar.
A meeting of the city council ACP will be held at the MS Hall in Duneng on Saturday September. All members are cordially invited with HEATPMEN OREARN and SANTANA named among attendees.
Gloucester Hepateiation Local Committee reports a probate notice in the Supreme Court of New South Wales. It states the will of Hugh Grifus late of Waukivury Cloteabier is under probate application after conditions, with Lucy Grifus and Albert Athol Grifris named as beneficiaries and solicitors Hawdon & Dawson. Aubrey Halloran, solicitor, Sydney, is noted.
A public meeting is scheduled for Wednesday September 5 at 7 pm. The notice is signed by Secretary Der Bearers BMeSWAN and calls local residents to attend.
The Gloucester Cricket Club announces its annual meeting to be held Thursday at the club rooms. All members and intending members are urged to attend and settle forward plans for the year. The secretary asks for punctuality and cooperation.
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