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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 01, 1929
Page
2
Messrs LU Harris and TW. Ashivatin driveups attend the Glowerstar Hairy Go conference held in Matt last f-day with broad amncamation of batter the Monten strict Saree principle. The meeting is described as very important and its outcome highly anticipated.
The town notes a shire road roller being tested with slow operation and driver skill needed. arrangements made for a visiting party of dairy farmers from Vienna to attend the Glowwesturs show. Death of Chief Secretary Mr. A Bromt Hell after a heart attack. Local resident Mr. John Richards returns to Esperlune after 42 years. A theft report requests return of a shovel from Waera Weema hospital gate.
Market week report notes higher prices for fresh rabbit skin and greasy products with new weekly publication starting February 4. Old Buffery OmeKET plans a February 9 match at Gloucester Park against Negecsade Veterans, plus a social at Copeland School of Arts and a visit to Phillips Hotel with a visiting team list and details.
A notice advertises cheap February second week rail excursions with handbills from station masters listing full details. Return journeys require a notified transfer and tickets must be re dated before the return trip. Mathewson and Co report privately selling 485 acres at Lowman Farm to AW Belt and J Belt of Rockhurst. A poultry farmer recital describes a dramatic sight at Bonville involving a cobra swallowing a pallet, witnessed by Mrs Kelly and others, with the snake possibly tethered and a man proving its size.
Mrs Lewis was bitten by a red backed spider allegedly beneath a drawer opening. She endured intense pain as venom spread through her system. Also listed are Avon Valley selections for Saturday's match at Tuerabakh with players Atking Wellard Campbell Wilson Wellard Wilson Wellard Dennett Dennett Miller West St Gray Clyde Burham and others.
Deputation led by Councillor Abbott and engineer met with the Main Roads Board to seek wider financial support for Stroud Shire roads. Walter Bennett MA4 noted the shire’s poor finances and frontier settlement growth, urging earlier and larger road-building. Proposals included Baruah to Tea Gardens, Coolongo to Bunyah, and branch roads to Tea Gardens with further departmental review during summer. The Tamworth Port Stephens main road project was also under investigation by the Chamber of Commerce.
Deputy Director Post and Telegraphs reports on mail service between Gloucester Kempsey and Grafton. Details show delivery times from Gloucester at 10.45 am and 6 pm, with next day arrivals at Grafton and Gloucester, and a three day window for replies. A TP0 on the North Coast railway is not justified now but will be reviewed.
Severe fires swept through rural areas as dry cold fronts fueled grass and bush blazes. Volunteers battled flames from Tomes to Krambach, saving homes but destroying land, fences, and pasture. Multiple properties and bridges were damaged, with cattle relief needed as the fire front spread along Bowman River and coastal corridors.
The report from Adelaide describes a brisk opening with England's Hobbs and Sutcliffe as the initial pair. Scoring in the first hour shows Mabbs and Ruliffe among the early contributors, while Hobbs and Sutcliffe end not out at the luncheon. England leads with Innings scores and sundries listed, noting no wickets for 7.
Pantores Protection Board reports ongoing land purchase for Camping Reserve at Brown's Creek. Residents and supporters have contributed funds, £35 already paid by Lands Department, survey to be expedited at no cost. Donations listed include J P Lee, A Moore, R Carey, J Deer, and many others.
A large crowd gathered Friday in the Giro residence of Mr and Mrs J Allan to celebrate the 18th birthday of William Allan. Guests praised the guest of honor while A Watts acted as MC. Speakers from Newcastle Mossie R Corbett Walls W Gilroy Nowendoo A McMahon and BP Koellner offered warm tributes. The evening featured supper, dancing until daybreak, and gifts for William who pledged to uphold his parents pride. The Allan hospitality was praised as the National Anthem and Auld Lang Syne concluded the event.
The report lists revenue figures for 1928, land applications and transfers, court summonses and charges, appeals, small debts, garnishee orders, and district court plaints. It notes 22 birth/invalid pensions claims, 46 widows pensions, and 473 family endowment claims.
An ousing scheme offers buyers a £100 down payment with £100 savings, backed by the Government Says Bank. Housing plans allow advances of £2,100 or 5 percent, or 90 percent up to £1,000 after a 10 percent deposit. Terms cover 30 years for brick and stone buildings, with rates tied to class or town, and 20 years for timbered structures.
Sydney market notes show improved yarding with 3474 cattle and eight entries from the outset. Extra choice light steer beef sold near 46x to 478. prime heavy joints £8 8s 8d. best cow beef 4s to 30s per 100 lb. Rab skin supplies total 34 tons with closing values up 3d to 4d.
Fragmentary report details repeated government outlays on overseas missions in Australia over recent years. Notable items include the Duke of York visit costing about £120,000 and the Empire Parliamentary delegation reaching £23,000, with other surveys and secretary visits adding smaller sums.
The Australian Day Council probes butter transport in Victoria. It examines delivery temperatures, measurement methods, unloading from ships, stowage in holds, and platform loading. Contends recent taint issues from shipments like the Petosthenes and Esperance Bay impact Australian egg markets and trade.
A report suggests Prime Minister Trder ably defended Australia against higher freight and protectionism aimed at boosting outward shipments. A committee from primary industries would weigh any future freight increases, while overseas shipowners seek lower charges and a joint Commonwealth state policy overlap remains under review. Meanwhile NZ savings on export contracts set a tentative benchmark.
The passage notes water sourcing changes across the district with the Co operative Milk Depot drawing water from Sydney while Butter Pasture faces restrictions. It mentions the TMshwarra Steamship Company delivering water to regions and supplying fodder in large quantities. Southern production centers advance fodder conservation via silo storage, reflecting evolving enterprise.
In Britain's King’s condition improves as a probate notice in London is filed. Ebenezer Presbyterian Church on Hawkesbury banks celebrated its 120th anniversary with J J Cameron presiding as moderator. The ceremony highlighted the church as Australia’s oldest Presbyterian site, noting a stone entrance and dedication. The piece also recalls earlier local governance troubles including a town clerk defalcation scandal and aldermen failing to pay dues, with a council motion urging dues payment and Shire revenue reported at £46,000 for the last year.
Advertises opportunities for industrious men to start their own business selling Rawleigh’s Health products direct to consumers. Small capital or credit extensions allowed. Listings mention a line of about 70 household items with steady demand and offer advertising help, with correspondence directed to the W. T. Rawleigh Co. Ltd. Melbourne address, plus government lease notices from Gloucester area.
New South Wales Government Railways announces excursion tickets at single fare for a Thimble Journey. Tickets available from Gloucester to Sydney and intermediate stations at 4.47 p.m. on Wednesday February 6 1989. Coupon included saves on fuel travel when returning. must be presented within validity. Tickets usable for return within one calendar month. return by trains listed on the ticket. For full details see handbill at stations.
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