Gloucester Towns Topics and Film Attractions
The Gloucester current topics note the Presbytery of Hastings meeting in Gloucester on Wednesday with Rev. W. Torrance taking office and addressing parish visitation after service led by Rev. J. Walker. Also on screen is Hopalong Cassidy in Partners of the Plaine at Majestic Theatre with William Boyd Gwen Gaze and action against a criminal, fire, flood. George Wallace headlines Let George Do It with Letty Crayston Joe Valli and Mona. A dance by Bowman Farm Parents and Citizens Association is set for Saturday June 17 at Bowman Farm Hall with music and supper for attendees.
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Majestic Theatre
George Wallace
George
Gloucester
W. Torrance
J. Walker
Hopalong Cassidy
Fellonair Lamance
Parnymount
Clarence E. Mulford
William Boyd
Arizona
Gwen Gaze
Australia
Letty Crayston
Joe Valli
Wer Muna
Bowman Farm Parents and Citizens’ Association
Bowman Farm Hall
P&c. Asan
Muerdant
A. Relp
Don, Bee
Bowman Farm P. & C. Assn
Tragic Upper Bowman burn death from illegal flame thrower
Isaac Milner Thomas Ellis, 39, died after a flame thrower exploded while burning blackberry bushes on his Bowman property. Sid Smith aided, dragged the burning man, and Dr. Munro treated him. Ellis died seven hours later. Funeral held in Gloucester. inquest planned.
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Upper Bowman
Isaac Milner Thomas Ellis
Smith
James
Ellis
Te, Muto
Mr. Smith
Beaureville
Teree
Flett
Presbyterian
Gloucester Cemetery
Fev
D. Glyn Jones
W. T. Howard
Gloucester Rodeo and visits highlight local week
Personal visitor Mr. Frank Brockwell of New Castle paid Gloucester a custom ary visit for the Diggers Rodeo and Ball last night and was noted in good health. Veteran exhibitor Mr. Robert Banton attended as spectator as the open draft rode by Leith Faston, while Constable Gregory of Dungog helped on the Returned Soldiers Rodeo duties. The Rev. K Mason, Kempsey, visiting Gloucester for Methodist Home Mission events, will speak in Stratford and at Gloucester Church. Mr. John B Benson, Sydney University BDS graduate, passed the Toronto DDS exam. his father Mr. W Benson reports his son’s achievement and notes J D Benson once practiced in Gloucester.
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Frank Brockwell
Newcastle
Gloucester
Robert Banton
Manning
Leith Faston
Gregory
Dungog
Hughes
Beaugeville
J. Casey
K. Mason
Kempsey
Methodist Church
Stratford
Gloucester Methodist Church
John B. Benson
Sydney University
University of Toronto
Canada
Cable
W. Benson
Stanmore
J.D. Benson
America
Proposed Aerodrome at Gloucester Contention Over Land Price
Gloucester council refuses to meet Mr. Gresham's £5 per acre demand for land needed for an aerodrome. Dr Dearie reports civil aviation will clear ground and install howesers, while dam value is put at £100. Total aerodrome cost estimated at £2000. loan plans to be drawn up at next special meeting.
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Gloucester
P. A. Dearie
Sydney
Dearns
Ioan
R.A. Gresham
Tani
Stratfor
Gresham
Bignell
Tul
Greaham
Sale of Park Soil From Gloucester Park
At Friday’s council meeting it was estimated that about 2000 yards of soil line the river bank at Gloucester Park. The council believed it falls under its removal jurisdiction and may wash away in heavy rains. The soil will be sold to the public at 1/ a yard to fund new tennis courts. A joint inspection with Gloucester District Torney Association representatives is planned before the next meeting to review the proposed court alterations.
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Tthe Council
Gloucester Park
Conneil
Bignell
Gloucester
Tore “Nry Association
Open Air Returned Soldiers Rodeo and Carnival at Gloucester
A crowd of about 1000 attended the third annual Returned Soldiers Rodeo and Carnival at Gloucester Showground on the King s Birthday with fine weather and a full equine programme. The open camp drafting event crowned R A Crowther on Maisey with 84 points as top rider. nearby rivals included KK Martin on Rainbow and Leith Easton on Nipper. Other noted results list B Dare, Tay lor, and Corbett among prize winners in novice and open drafts along with bullock riding, buckjumping, and side-show activities conducted by locals and committees led by Tom Hicks and Jack Farley. The day featured piping from Gloucester and Taree, a luncheon pavilion, and the rodeo secretary Mrs M A Newton managing operations.
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Tou- Cester
Gloucester
Dalgety’s Ltd
R. A. Crowther
Maisey
Martin
Rainbow
Leith Easton
Nipper
Secand
Jo ‘Lyon
Ellenborough
Teohey's Ltd
B. Dare
G Taylor
P. Webec
Lavers Corbett
N. Carter
Une
Dan Penfold
Whiten
Kon Corbett
Bill German Alay
Tom Hicks
Mesarx
Jack Farley
M. A. Newton
Milt Newton
John Matthewson
Harvey Iyers
Taree
Cesshock
Gloucester Mien Meshar, Watty ‘Thomas
R. Henderson
Glen Easton
Messrs
Preston's
Maitland
Natu Sydney
TA Corbett
Corbett's Cafe
Diggers Ball Echoes Egypt Theme at Majestic Ball
Vivid memories of Egypt revived last night at the Diggers Ball with a large pictorial scene of yellow sands pyramids and sphinxes, amid green windows and oasis effects. A Returned Soldiers League flag hung across the stage as the event, a trial run for rodeo and carnival successes, drew about 300 dancers. Newcastle Orchestra faced delay. Broadway Orchestra filled the breach with performances and a buffet sipper was catered by Corbett's Gate.
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Egypt
Walla
Lea- Bile
Lund
Newcastle
Ray Parkink
Ambassadors
Pam
Boopsi
Broadway
J. Broadbent
Boris
Gladys Brown
Erormen
A. J. Woodward
Returned Soldiers
Bub-wranch
Chaplin
Tekethow
Tekethow and Messrs
BE. Molland
Tom Blctes
Georg Arrowsmith
Arta
Reservoir for Sewerage Developments in Gloucester
The Gloucester Urban Area sewerage works consulting engineer Mr Bidir discussed a 156 000 gallon reservoir for the sewerage system, noting it would exceed the town’s 125 000 gallon need. He will estimate population growth and prepare a report for the Minister. Butter Factory project plans approved. pipes to be raised, timber slats and metal framing advised. Completion of reticulation contract expected in about a month with future trench cleanup and water pipe relining planned. Vent shafts finished. square tops improved though cowls are for appearance.
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Gloucester
Bidir
Tadie Count
Priday
Jenet'vol Holding
Baty Sail Cornell
Mtr Blaiy
Johnston
Blair
Local stock sale at Winchcombe and Homebush auction results
Local stock sales report from Winchcombe and Homebush last Thursday records, including Maunsell Bundock selling 24 bullocks and steers to 110 14s, W Andrews George with 12 steers at EB/1K, Middlebrook Gloucester handling 22 bullocks and steers to £10 8s, Bignell Bros Gloucester selling 2 bullocks £9 16s and 6 cows and heifers to £4 14s. totals and prices noted.
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Winchcombe
Carson's
Homebush
HA. Maunsell
Bundock
He AL W. Andrews
MY George
J. Middlebrook
Gloucester
Bignell Bros
McDonald and Partners Opticians to Visit Gloucester Hotel
Dr McDonald of Webster Jack and McDonald Sydney Pty Limited will be in attendance and may be consulted at the Commercial Hotel Gloucester on Friday August 11th from 4 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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McDonald
F.bm.c
London
Webster, Jack & McDonald
Sydney
Wax matches ban lifted in Gloucester Shire
The Chief Secretary informs the Council that the prohibition on wax matches has been removed upon request from the Pastures Protection Board.
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Gloucester Shire
Council
Gloucester
Pastures Protection Board
HEENZO Senna Nose Throat Remedy Advertisement
One pint of HEENZO chest nose and throat remedy offered for two shillings. A bottle of concentrated HEBNIO mixed with water claims to cure coughs colds croup bronchitis and flu. Also marketed as a nasal antiseptic for catarrh head cold and as a gargle for sore throat. Suitable for children and adults, the ad promises savings and urges trial.
Gloucester Club Hosts St George Visitors Dinner
A Saturday dinner at Corbett's Cafe in Gloucester honored the visiting St George Sydney football team after a spirited loss to the Gloucester club. Guests praised the hospitality, with President D H Hull presiding and speakers stressing friendship, local pride, and anticipation of a strong game next day.
Lost Last Night Teeth Reward at Advocate Office
A loss report from last night describes a missing set of false teeth. A reward is offered by the Advocate’s Office for return.
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Advocate
Special Notice to Farmers Hides and Hares Wanted for Top Prices
Farmers urged to bring hides skins and live hares for top cash. Advertises quick payments in spot cash. Authors instructs buyers to contact F. Burnett for terms and prices, highlighting demand for good live hares and pelts.
In Memoriam Hamberger
In loving memory of our darling mother and grandmother who passed away June 12, 1988. The face we loved is missing the voice we loved is still. In our hearts your memory lingers and it always will. Dearly loved so sadly missed by Leila and Leonard and grandchildren Joyce Valerie and Ron.
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Hamberger
Leila
Leonard
Joyce
Valerie
Ron
Church Services Schedule Across Parishes
Methodist Gloucester 11 am Bucca Waukea 2 pm Stratford 7 pm Ward's River Wednesday 21st June at 7 pm Rev H Lynn Congregational Craven Creek 11 am Wang Wauk 2:15 pm Parster 7 pm G Rev Hening.
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Methodist
Gloucester
Bucca Waukea
Stratford
Ward's River
Lynn
Craven Creek
Wang Wauk
Parster
Hening
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