Tales of Early Dungog’s Wild Days and Pranks
A reminiscence of old Dungog memories from the 1860s onward. The writer recalls muddy roads, a bullock dray, minor accidents, schoolyard tricks, prankish moments, and local characters like Fitz, Mrs Titcombe, Johnny Linyard, and Tom Gleeson. Vivid scenes include moonlit games, the Deep Hole swimming past the trucking yards, and a famous pepper pipe incident at school. The piece promises more recollections, including a Port Stephens trip with Tommy Baker and Teddy Tox posting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dungog
Clarence Town
Fitz
Maitland
John Titcume
Denny Tierney
Denny
Brook
Bela
Mary
Dowling Street
George Redman
Johnny Linyad
Johnny
John Wade
By A. Hooke
Micklejohn
Jane Mackay
Jane
Kitty Fussell
Devontine
Burnt Gully
Gresford
Happy Valley San
Harry Dark
Spicey
Tom Gleeson
Tom
Tom Hans Cook
Tim Rating
Gleeson
Tom Hancock
Bulford
Bogey Russell
Mick
Barney
Fred
Port Stephena
Tommy Baker
Teddy Tox
Tommy
Hooton
Lang’s Extraordinary Action on Civil Servants’ Pay
A critical column argues Lang’s government cannot meet civil servants’ salaries as revenues shrink and taxes rise. It notes Stevens warned of December shortfall, cites reliance on the wages tax, and fears public works promises will be used to placate voters while funds run dry. It critiques Lang’s finances, Bank relations, and election rhetoric amid looming needs for £5m-£6m in planned works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stevens
Lang
Labor
Commonwealth
Mers
City Railway
Cattle Trade Prospects With the East Australia
Dar win grazier H F Hardy aboard the Malabar reports strong opportunities in eastward fat stock trade with the Rast. He has sent large shipments to Manila, the trade dipped briefly but should renew. Japan seeks trial stock with potential for continuous supply. vast Northern Territory grazing lands exist and future North prosperity hinges on eastern trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eas
H. F. Hardy
Darwin
Malabar
Manila
Japan
Church Services in Gloucester and Stroud
Church services listed for Gloucester and Stroud towns with times in the evening and morning. Denominations include Church of England Presbyterian Congregational Mission and Baptist, noting memorial and specific dates and locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church OF England
Gloucester
F.C. Stratford
Gloucester River
H. W. Rogers
Presbyterian Church
Bellora
Alex
Alexander
Congregational Mission
Tugrabokh
Copeland
Bundock
J. Buttle
Stroud Baptist Church
Stroud
Johnson's
Stratford
Yates
T M. Hooke
Bullahdelah
Girvan
Rey
A Dickson
FIELD ORNITHOLOGY LISTS NESTING HABITS OF AUSTRALIAN BIRDS
A long field notes piece catalogs Merlura Lyre Bird and many Australian species. It details nest types from dome shaped rock crevices to mud cups and woven baskets, naming Welcome Swallow White-back Swallow Rainbow Bird Tree Martin and many more, with notes on nesting sites and environments across New South Wales Victoria and other regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Menura Novaeholinndivey
iMalberti
Merlura
Victoria
Hirunde Neoxina
New Seth Wales
Willeh
Shujwal
Thornhill
Acanitica Cytyaarshia
Coanter
New South Wales
Dullis
Austral
Tuuily
New South
Enis
Yyors
Cotipris
Wich
Side Market Prices and Notable Health Notices
Winchcombe Carson Ltd reports hides valued 1-8d higher per lb with calves and yearlings at improved prices. Country hides range 33d to 64d per lb, calves 5/6 to 4/4, yearlings 8/6 to 12/6, large country hides 5/6 each. Export duty on sheep skins prevents sale. Over 11,000 pupil heart disease notifications in London Elementary schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchcombe, Carson Ltd
London
Also Mentioned on This Page
Fowler's
Vacuum Fruit & Vegetable Bottling Outfit
Balle Brust
Charming
L. Harris
Bridé
A. I. Cavanaugh
Gloucester Pharmacy
Gloucester Electric
See Pee Company Ltd
A. J. White
J.J. de Warren
A.D
Gomino Bros
Garden of Roses Cafe
H. Tull
Teks RE
Tolls Butchery Business
T. Hicks
Eee Sb
Elelete Beinleiniet
H. Coote
Angus, & Coote
Phillips Hotel
C. Falconer General Carrier Avery
FIBRO
Market Street
Dan
Eel
Street & Parish Ltd
A. G. Turner
Tee
P. J. Ryan
T. Hannan
Marness
Majestic
Picture Palace
Atreat
Ike
Sunrise Dairy
CROWN
Ieprgappere Hs
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