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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 08, 1934
Page
2
Mr. C. Randle of Craven Creek returns after a ten weeks holiday along the North Coast and in Queensland. He reports thriving Casino Show with over £400 gate receipts the second day and notes Toowoomba’s appeal with 62 hotels.
Cars came into collision on the Gloucester side of Brushy cutting yesterday with no serious injuries though damage occurred. A third car followed behind Mr Paff and crashed through the cutting fence while attempting to avoid the accident. Mrs Cumming has moved to Gangat public school as teacher, and Mr Cawehley from Invergordon replaces a Gloucester post. A euchre party and dance at the Majestic Theatre aims to raise funds for Gloucester Reds and Wanderers clubs, with music by the Syntacopators Dance Band. The annual Poultry Club show features openings by Mr J R Higgins, entries extended to Monday, and trophies on display at Wal Druban’s window. A clearing sale at For Bendale overseen by Tom Hileks has date adjustments to June 20.
Missed this year's Show Ball enjoyed a most delightful function with beautiful dresses, decorations in yellow and gold, supper, and excellent music. Flaxman's Orchestra performed well, attendance and door takings surpassed last year, and the Juvenile frolic is scheduled for tonight.
William Arthur Holman J C longtime politician and former Premier of New South Wales died at Wahroonga after a protracted illness. Born 1871 in London he served in State Parliament from 1908 to 1920 and again as member for Martin in the House of Representatives until his death. He led the Labor party to 1913 election victory and later served as Nationalist Premier during 1916 to 1920 after expelling from the Labor party over conscription policy.
The notice sets deadlines for players to play or forfeit by Saturday 9th. Hoover faces White, Whatson v Milne, Munro v Lowe. Second round draws include Whatson or Milne versus White or Boorer, Isaac versus Street Aliervy, Andrews versus Anderson, Munro or Lowe. Champion pairs begin Saturday June ith and finish by 23. Rinks tomorrow arranged for non singles players.
The draw for the Locke Cup and Monthly Medal to be played tomorrow lists A J Woodward versus E Snow and other pairings. Gloucester teams are chosen for Association fixtures at Dungog on the 17th with Gloucester A facing Maitland A and Gloucester B facing Maitland B and Dungog B.
Maittehwaon and Co report a good yarding of cattle and a firm market at the fort nightly sale with a large attendance. Matthewson and Co note a strong pig yarding at Gloucester sales with firm rates, listing numerous consignors and prices. Tom Hicks reports another solid pig sale at the fortnightly sale. Also includes Homebush stock sale and Sydney market notes on cattle, rabbitskins, and pelts with price ranges and shipments. Next Gloucester sale date is Tuesday 18th June.
A highly successful euchre party and dance was held at Pitlochry School on Friday night. Mrs B Hooke led the organization with the help of staff and committee, and guests included Mr and Mrs A J White of Gloucester. Winners in juveniles were Bennie and June Hooke, while Mrs George Muddle topped the adults in Spanish costume. The event featured waltz and jazz rap novelty contests, and Mr Mudule thanked Mrs White for her judging, with the total takings reported as 7/5/-.
At the council’s final meeting an invitation was extended for the Duke to visit Gloucester. A later letter said the visit cannot be included in the Duke’s programme. The council noted each visit would have been appropriate and regretted it could not be arranged.
Wise folk save money by making their own cough and influenza remedy with HEENZO. A bottle of AVENZO costs two shillings and, when added to water, yields a supply equal to eight hot toddies but superior in quality. Promises relief for coughs colds croup bronchitis influenza and whooping cough with over one million Australians using HEENZO yearly. Order from chemist or storekeeper now.
J Stanley Spittie of Melbourne, Australian rep for Messrs Michie & White, visited Newcastle to promote owners consignment sales for export lamb and mutton. The Newcastle Abattoir Board agreed to study export handling within capacity, referencing a Melbourne Argus extract noting Lambs on consignment can yield different returns than direct sales, with figures from London and paddock sales.
A large gathering at Wingham Town Hall last night honored F A Fitzpatrick editor of the Wingham Chronicle for 25 years of service to the district. The Mayor chaired the meeting as representatives from all community sectors paid tribute and the Hon S O Martin presented a certificate and wallet of notes.
In Brighton two brothers aged eight and nine rescued their baby siblings from a house fire after a sofa ignited. William Garret carried his two year old brother to safety as Cyril Aggett, nine, followed with his four year old brother. A neighbour and later Mr and Mrs Garrett helped uncover all safe and Cyril received hospital treatment for burns.
Lost items and memorial notice fragment from Gloucester area papers. A gold brooch keepsake believed lost between Gangut and Gloucester and near Gloucester. A tortoise shell Epictacles in vase also missing. Finder asked to return to the Advocate Office or Commercial Hotel. Also a loving memory notice for a father who died June 6 1933 placed by Bert, Sarah and family.
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