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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 11, 1917
Page
3
A damaged OCR reads a village gala program with races including Grand Prooranian at 1 pm and horse events, various games and stalls, plus an evening entertainment by Re-Hianew Pictures. Doors open 6 pm, show ends around 11 pm. Proceeds aid France Day Fund.
In the flood months October and November 110 the Murrumbidgee River inundated waterholes that later dried. Chief Ge ee Mr. Fuller arranged for officers to collect from the dried pools freshwater fish including Murray cod golden silver Macquarie perch blackfish and catfish. Over 10 000 specimens ranging from an inch to thirteen inches, plus many juveniles, shrimps and other larvae, were recovered. Approximately 2 000 word lewapoyed. The prospective value of the fry in June could reach 24 000 with collection costs of about 287. A silver disc marked with a number was attached to each fish for study, and fishermen are asked to report tagged fish with the number, measurements, capture location, and return status to aid scientific knowledge.
Advocate accounts for the quarter ending June 20 have been posted amid concerns over sharply rising publication costs. Officials urge immediate attention to ensure timely handling and transparency in financial reporting.
Sunday services announced for Cobark Rawdon Vale and Stratford Craven areas. Bev and W Frith lead Congregational service at 8 pm, with Baptist notices for Mr HR Barnes Craven 3 pm and Stratford 7 Telfer.
On Saturday afternoon the School Court hosted a spirited contest between the Presbyterian Club and the School Association. The School Association won 42 to 38 after a tight finish, with warm thanks exchanged and afternoon tea to follow.
The Minister for Agriculture informed Imperial authorities that NSW butter equals New Zealand product in quality. Despite similar quality, New Zealand butter commands higher prices in London, prompting NSW producers to pursue improvements to match or surpass the New Zealand reputation.
Petrograd correspondent cites cabled reports that German units used legless or chained gun crews to keep men at their weapons. Reports describe gunners found dead chained to guns in Fricourt and Gommeeourt areas. discussions reference Captain Henri Caren’s critique and notes on chains allowing hand carrying.
A brief note suggests older people trust nothing, middle aged question all, and youths claim they know all. It recommends consulting Frank Isaac for guidance on safety and judgment.
The Russian offensive in Galicia resumed with vigorous infantry attacks reported in Pinak and surrounding sectors. Russian communiques claim heavy fighting at multiple points, with fronts pressed back and casualties high. Western reports describe Allied reactions and German reinforcements shifting to the Mussina front.
Western front actions in Champagne and other sectors show French and British forces repelling German assaults while artillery bombards German positions. London reports heavy air raids with several dozen airmen killed or wounded. Submarine losses and troop movements are noted, with references to plans for Dutch and Scandinavian socialist trials and British naval operations in the Mediterranean.
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