Gloucester TUESDAY June 24 1959 casualties and strikes
Reported in Gloucester TUESDAY 24th JUNE 1959 details an appeal consideration for Cecil Farnsworth Charles sentenced to death for his father’s murder near Windsor. It notes union strikes, meat demand, magistrates, a magistrate drowning incident, golf results, sale of lots in Gloucester, local deaths, and community events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cecil Farnsworth Charles
Windsor
D. R. Hall
Charles
Meat Employees’ Union
Graziers’ Association
Messrs
Douglas Waddell
Naves
R. T
Bobby") Jones
United States
Eric Apperly
H. W Hattersley
Newcastle
Majestic Theatre
Gloucester
Messrs S. Landis and Co
Craven
Stratford
Star Theatre
Falconers
Missing camper John McNeil found near Gloucester Krambach
The body of John McNeil, missing since Thursday June 12, was found yesterday by Mr. White near his camp on the Gloucester side of Krambach. The body lay in a water hole and appears to have drowned after a fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John McNeil
Gloucester
Krambach
White
Windsor Murder Verdict Sentences Charles Bented to Death
The Windsor murder case of Cecil Parna worth Charles reached verdict after a three day trial at the Central Criminal Court. The jury found him guilty of murdering Ale father John Edward Charles at Glomsodis in April and he was sentenced to death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cecil Parnaworth Charles
John Edward Charles
Glomsodis
Objections to Public Gate on Merewether Road
Letter to the council objects to the Merewether Road public gate proposal. The writer notes two unmaintained railings nearby, questions the objections raised, and urges councillors to verify concerns before refusing the application. The piece questions fairness and road quality, urging residents to unite for a better road.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merewether Road
Gloucester Defeated by Krambach on Wet Ground
Gloucester footballers lost 3 nil on Krambach's ground as the wet surface hampered control. Gallasher scored for Krambach after a scrummage, ref awarded a doubtfully allowed try. Gloucester pressed in the second half but Krambach's defense held, Cliff Gordon among the standouts. Next, Gloucester tours Wingham while Dyers' Crossing beat them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloucester
Krambach
Thut
Krambard
Larry Gallagher
Heing
Kramfiach
Oldfield
Kramvach
Cliff Gordon
Jack Skinner
Wingham
Fulton Cup Golf Notes And Final Close Finish
The Fulton Cup final ended in a tight finish with J. Mc Rae taking the cup by nett 152 on the course pogey. F Dwyer and Horner were one point back, while 12 strokes separated the first 17 players amid a detailed score rundown for each competitor and a note of a mixed foursome and the Associates draw for the third stage of 42 holes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Bawdon
J. Graham
A. Laurie
W. Whiting
W. Garner
A. Parish
P. Roddy
L. E. Street
F. Isaac
A. Doudney
T. Ashworth
T. Chariton
L. Rye
R. Hall
D. Locke
H. Thurlow
C. Street
R Levick
Hendon
Hunter River flood recedes. residents return home
Flood waters along the Hunter River fall back with Belmore Bridge gauge showing drop. Many residents return to survey damage and clear silt as homes suffer furniture and equipment losses. Oakharop to and Hall’s Creek areas show extensive destruction with washed debris and near-miss destruction of houses.
Flood recedes as Hunter River floodwaters ease across coast
The Hunter River fell from 37 feet at Belinoe Bridge to 20 feet by Friday night and receded further on Saturday. Backwaters drained via Hall's Creek and a floodgate breach near Darcy's farm. High Street regained normal appearance as shops reopened. Many residents return home. some areas south of West Maitland remain flooded for weeks. Losses to crops and homes are expected to be heavy as furnishings and ground contents are ruined by rising water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hunter River
Belinoe Bridge
Hall's Creek
Wallis Creek
Darcy
Howe
High Street
High-street
West Maitland Railway Station
Fishery Creek
South Park
Dugworth
Bolwarra
Largs
Dunmore
Woodsville
Hinton
Alister’s Forest
Cummins
Oakhampton
West Maitland
Cedarford
Maitland
Eam
Volun
Messry “Lawrence
Atkin
Young
Mrr
Jenkins
Maitland Mekenry
RR Smith
Ads
Bern
Oakstampton Road
Oakhampton-road
New Industry High Street Ferry Returns to Service
The flood showed horses still beat motors at times as trains halted near High Street. Pedestrian routes failed at the old embankment, and cabs with horse power thrived. Horse drawn vehicles, boats, and drivers adapted with varied fares including a sprat and a time from the Tech to High Street, marking a busy day for the equine transport trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Street
High-street
Tech
Gloucester Station Adapts Rail Service Amid Cancellations
The stationmaster Cothearn announces a limited service until further notice. The Kempsey Mail is cancelled for now while Sydney bound trains adjust times. The South Grafton Mail remains for locals with arrivals around 1 55 am and departures at 10 am. The Sydney to Grafton night train stops at Gloucester with arrivals near 1 3 am and departures at 2 3 am.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloucester
Cothearn
Kempsey
Sydney
South Grafton
Stoapester
Grafton
Pamenwers
Flood survey reveals vast Maitland flood damage near Cummins Oakhampton
A Saturday survey details severe flood damage across Cummins', Oakhampton and Cedarford areas. Water depths reach six feet in places while embankments failed and homes ruined. Volunteers and railway workers helped defend Maitland, preventing further breaks as Cedarford and Oakhampton roads suffer extensive washouts and debris.
Cricket Surrey Match Drawn In Australia Surrey Test Tie
Australia and Surrey played to a draw after a solid stand by Hobbs and Shepherd. Surrey scored 5 for 388 declared in the first innings while Australia reached 427 in their innings with Kippax hitting 120. At stumps in the Lancashire match, Australia led 30 without loss after bowling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Surrey
Hobbs
Shepherd
Australia
Sandham
Grimmett
T. H. Barling
Woodfon
Lancashire
Kippax
Woodfal
Jackson
Bradman
McCabe
Richardson
Fairfax
Oldfield
N.d
Harwood
Wall
Hornibrook
Suhdries
Commercial Maitland Stock Bales and Cattle Market Update
About 1250 cattle arrived by road from Hunter districts and Paterson and Williams Rivers for yesterday's sales. Trade bullocks, cows, and calves were cataloged with a few veal lots. Sydney buyers were scarce due to slaughtermen’s strike. Newcastle and western districts competed, with late week quotes easing across grades. Prime heavy bullocks to £14 11s. cows to £11 15s. Sydney sales not held. Our notes were gold privately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maitland
Hunter
Singleton
Hillsborough
Paterson
Williams River
Sydney
Newcastle
West Mines
Inca
Atse
Postal Department Falls Down On Its Job
Postal authorities faced sharp criticism as flood disruptions cut off service to Maitland and surrounding towns. Despite outages, Mr A Hancock sustained essential mail routes between Newcastle, Sollaudeiah, Karnah, and Stroud, and conducted flood relief tours while pledging to donate half fare proceeds to the food relief fund.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Postal Department
A. Hancock
Ant
Newcastle
Sollaudeiah
Karnah
Stroud
Anbler
Busterview
Terrace
Kagewah
Limebirner’s Creek
Hancock
Tennis Draw for Saturday A Grade
Stratford v Tugrabakh Barrington v Church of England Park Reds v Ward Park Blues bye. B Grade Stratford v Gangot Church of England v Copeland I St Josephs Park Tugrabakh v Copeland Forbesdale a bus. Matches to be played on courts. VICTOR nuning aiaynine nave a delightful tone. Wally supervised by PAL. INGSydney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stratford
Tugrabakh
Barrington
Church of England Park Reds
Ward's River
Park Blues
Gangot
Church of England
Copeland
St Joseph's
Park
Forbesdale
Chuba
Victor
Wally
Pal
Ing
Sydney
Manning Floods and River Recedes Amid Havoc
Flood waters recede as Manning district faces months of disruption. Warning and a slow river rise limited damage, with Taree Estate fences washed away and stock moved to verandas. A railway embankment loss near Kendall and mild inland impact contrast with the broader toll. Catherine Davis obituary linked to pre flood illness. Radio year teased with local ads. JennInis Carnival and Bambar on church grounds June 8.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nood
Jon Fiiday
Taree
Tost
Catherine Davis
Kendall
Wingham
Also Mentioned on This Page
W. W. Hawdon
ETU
A. A. Doudhey
Church Street
Cecil Sutton
Corbetta Cafe
Eric Wetne
Albert E. Wells
T. Corbett
T. 3. Wells
T. S. Wells
Queen ST
Russell Hall
Public Accountants & Income Tax Consultants
Church Ft
Slaughtermen’s
Slaughter Fen
Omebush
Charles Bentened
Ingham
Dyers
J. Miggins
Lac Posie and Associates
Belmore Bridge
Hojies
Oakharoptiui
G Eron
Brownell
Distributing Society, Ltd
Bull & Ravenshaw Sts
Newcastle West
Commonwealth
Edward G. Theodore
C.W A
A Ber Kett
Messrs S
Back Creek
J. Priestly
Bundoole
George Henry Raymond
Raymond
Bulwer-Stwest Maitland
Douglas Waddell & Co
Bamford Ghaffentter
Alo
Douglas Waddell & cc
Remington
Bret Breeks
Stephenson
Verandah
Frank Foley
Ladies' & Gents
Albert E- Wells
Wells
Gloucester Investments & Agency CO
Linvester
H.C. Copeland
Hay
H.W. Rogers
Morris
P. W. Russell
McKay
Dalgety & Co
Cockshutt
Presbyterian Church
Craven Creek
Loucester
Mr. T. McHurnie
Methodist Church
Spistaneen
Aibletun
Giro
ISIS
Lexi Vita Lick
Stroud Baptist Church
A. Dickson Stratford
Mr. C. Worsnop
Free Presbyterian Church
Es Ain
Arrrington Hall
Barrington Church
Barrington Hallam
H. K. Mack
Durham
I. M. Reif
H. Green
Matthewson & Co
Gloucester Stock Sales
Farmer, Matthewson & Co
PG Sale
FAY & Stort
Hamilton Proprietary Coy
Hamilton
Timdene
Wolseley Engines
DODGE
Gloucester, Motor Sales CO
Methodist
Uadles
Jennis Carnival
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