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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 06, 1932
Page
2
Market reports describe brisk cattle and pig sales in Sydney and Maitland with firm late rates. Prices listed include prime light and heavy beef cattle, yearlings, vealers, and bacon pigs, with buyers active and demand steady at key sale gates.
Mr Mooney a dairy farmer near Lnomberab reports 14 of his 40 cows died after grazing on variegated thistle depleted by dry conditions. Post mortem showed no struggle and samples sent to Glenfield for analysis found no prussic acid. Stock inspector Madden warns foot cattle risk and incidents interrupted by a lorry accident with cream loss.
The notice lists Men s Flannel Trousers priced at 6 shillings 9 pence at The City Mercers. It also mentions a local dance at Forbesdale and various athletic events. The scattered text references stock shortages and a rabbit pest impacting district properties, plus a high jump record attempt with Perry Bros. and a crowd ovation.
A mixed local notice lists American Coat Shirts at The City Mercers and the Junior Exhibition in Sydney connected with the MN.3.W Mo lian Endeavour Society State Convention. It notes Miss Joan Peards and Miss Iva Mathewson preparing plans for junior meetings and congratulates two Gloucester juniors on mele snares. Also mentions Detective-Sergeant Goaten found guilty in Brisbane for motor car theft with Kenneth Campbell sentenced to 18 months, and Bank of N.S.W alterations for Gloucester branch. An ad urges shopping in town and supports local labor and delivery. Optometrists visit announced for January 20 at the Commercial Hotel with appointments via A. T. Cavanough's Chemist.
Mr Marsh invited the public to a Sunday evening hall program featuring a Christmas story via slides and live narration. The Gloucester Band played an overture as Mrs Marsh accompanied hymns. Mr Dillon offered light humor while urging civic effort and town improvement.
The Bowthorne Butter Factory manager informs Mr. Hoeb Barnes that Stroud Road Factory will reopen, work to start immediately and aim for operation on 1 February. Directors commend the organizer’s efforts and expect the plant to benefit the Stroud district. Mr. Herb Barnes is noted for his key role and satisfaction in the district.
A quiet November 30 wedding at Number One joined Wilfred Smoothy son of Sid Smoothy to Iseha Hinton youngest daughter of Stephen Hinton. The ceremony was led by Pastor S Buttle in a marquee reception with pink attire for the bride and bridesmaid L Lewis. Flowers from Mrs Chas Hinton and a wedding cake from Mrs R Wilson, with toasts in a formal breakfast setting.
The Tate James Everett, born at Gresford 76 years ago, died November 25 at Melbury after returning from Queensland. Survived by widow Mrs. W. Deards and daughter Mrs. Smith of Brisbane, with brothers T. Everett of Gresford and Alf Everett of Queensland, and sister Mrs. J. Aspetell. Funeral brought a large turnout. Rev. D. T. Rees officiated. pallbearers named. Wreaths noted. sympathy extended to widow and daughter.
England built a 290 for 6 at stumps after Australia reached 360. McCabe and Richardson anchored a 129 stand, McCabe ending 487 not out as Australia’s innings closed 380. Sutcliffe and Hammond then batted to 252 for England, with Hammonds near a century before dismissal. England 624 all out, Australia 164 behind in second innings. notable records included Sutcliffe and Hammond's 2nd wicket partnership and Leyland's early success for England.
Avon Valley chased 186 set by Upper Barrington then bowled well to win by six runs. Baddock top scored 65, J Smith 49, West 5 fours and a late burst by Osmond. Upper Barrington’s Mechens and others fell short as Avon Valley secured their first victory.
In the BOWLS NBA Pennant Competition first round Gloucester defeated Wingham by 19 points on Saturday at the Gloucester green. Scores listed for both teams. next Saturday December 10 Gloucester faces Taree on its home green with a practice roll-up planned for midweek.
The death of L K Lawrie is noted with a life spent on farms in Bonnington Park Allynbrook River and later Airlie Rawdon Vale. He captained a district cricket team in 1920 and served on Maitland Land Board and Maitland Pastures Protection Board. He resided in Neutral Bay, Sydney, and was a stock exchange figure and company director. He leaves a widow and a daughter. The item also mentions Britain exporting tinned peas strawberries and new petrol sources from plant seeds and plane tree wood.
The premises will close for Christmas holidays with hours: open until 10 p.m. Friday December 28, close 1 p.m. Saturday December 24, reopen Wednesday morning December 24. New Year holidays show Friday December 30 open until 10 p.m. and close 1 p.m. Saturday December 31 until Tuesday January 1. Street & Parish Ltd Garner's Cash Store Owl Stores Aut Cavanongi Big Dance for Besdal Mall Thursday next December 6. Ford's Gloomehi tov Oxcheetra Gil & New Dantes. Tickets 2/5 Baxby's Free Bus leaves Garner's Corner at 5 p.m.
Seccombe Coffs Harbour offers Paspalum seed in various quantities at 1 shilling per thousand and promises ash and other materials with order. the notice mentions December 18 for delivery and lists suppliers and retailers in the area including Bowes and North & McClagh as produce merchants.
A notice warns all persons against Tshing rwoting or trespassing on all property. Offenders will be Jensertited and all prior permissions withdrawn. Issued by H, A, SANSOM.
A notice announces car hire services and special quotations for a range of parties and events. It mentions sporting radio and long distance services, with emphasis on immediate availability and tailored arrangements. The language targets event organizers seeking transportation and rental options.
Gloucester Investments and Agency CQ lists properties for sale including a modern four room cottage with conveniences at £800, a vacant town allotment from £6 10s to £30, and day farms with dairy potential priced from £3 3s to £20 per year. Also notes multiple agency names and lenders in this real estate notice.
The widowed Campbell expresses gratitude to the local triad Kak and SIL Chinucesy ter and friends for their business, service to Theor SYhubes, and personal expressions of sympathy in this recent bereavement.
In loving memory of Edward who passed away December 2 1930. We cherished him and would choose him again in heaven. Inserted by his wife and family. YATES In loving memory of our father who died December 2 1930 a day of remembrance yet still in our hearts he is loved by us all. Inserted by his son daughter in law and grandson Annie grad Baward
Memorial notice from a daughter son-in-law and grandchildren. The message laments loss and honors a father, with names or places implied by the fragmentary text. The tone is affectionate and personal, typical of a family obituary notice in a local newspaper.
Advent Sunday listings for Gloucester include 11 HC Copeland 280 and 7.20 Gloucester service. Wednesday 7th shows 7.45 Preparation and Prayer led by Rev W Rogers. Presbyterian Gloucester services at 7.80 with Sunday School at 9.45 and Junior Fellowship 4.30. Tuesday 7.20 Fellowship led by Rev A Alexander 2.20. Congregational Mission notes list Upper Bowman 21 Craven Creek 4.30 Upper Barrington 7.30 with Mr 8 2 Butte.
Paterson Easton & Co sell per above with Krapp Begg cattle. 100 Station bred bullocks, 4 year old Hereford and Devon steers two years. Werners 15 to 18 months calves. Cows and calves and dry cows include 20 cows and calves. Mixed stones and prime fat bullocks. Heifers in good condition. 100 mixed cattle.
Auction at His farm on Saturday December 10 at 1 30 pm offers the dairy herd and plant including Jersey and Jersey crossed cows in milk and bred, 10 Jersey heifers, 20 Jersey heifers 12 months, 3 breeding sows with litters, a Berkshire sow, dairy utensils, and farm equipment. Also sale of household furniture and fittings from King Street Gloucester with items listed and cash terms.
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