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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1926
Page
2
The inquiry at Muswell investigated four deaths when the Brisbane Express derailed near Aberdeen on June 40. Rail decay and weather damage were cited as factors, with witnesses describing rotten, white ant eaten sleepers and decayed timber along the viaduct. The coroner S A Swaddling presided as testimony detailed the rail and sleeper conditions blamed for the catastrophe.
A poetically described wedding took place at SS Josephs Ghuech Gin Corte on Wednesday June 2 between Gertie Simms Callaghan and Jack Unger of South Kensington. The bride wore ivory and carried pale flowers, with attendants and a diamond ring gift from the groom. After a reception the couple departed by train for Syl Hos for their honeymoon, to reside in Newcastle.
The Gloucester Advocate discusses wireless progress versus telegraphy in Britain. The argument cites Postmaster General policy, press independence, and the economic impact on revenue, suggesting wireless adoption may reshape communications and strike a balance between public and private interests.
The Country Press asks for rapid answers as rural papers fear losing revenue and readers if press telegrams are scrapped. Elimination of telegrams would hit country papers hard, with operators wary of installing wireless systems and bearing costs, while editors complain of withdrawal from the department.
A Gaza of labor and shipyard concerns unfolds as the North Coast timber and shipbuilding sectors face rising worker injury costs. The talk highlights Australian woods favored by builders due to price, while cautions about safety and compensation for injured sawmill workers, drivers, and laborers amid a pessimistic outlook for the industry. Community events and local notices accompany the report, including a supper, dances, lectures, and optician services.
Forbesdale citizens faced a harsh evening with rain yet many attended the Forbesdale Parents and Citizens Association meeting. E. Miller and C. Welland were elected secretary and treasurer to fill vacancies caused by resignations. Public telephone installation at Forbesdale school residence was discussed with Mr. Page promising to apply on behalf of the association. Mrs. E. J. Miller and Mr. M. Newton received tokens of esteem for their years of service. Mr. Harris praised Mrs. Newton’s and Mr. Newton’s contributions to school and royal society progress. The gathering ended with gratitude, reflections, and cheers for Forbesdale’s bright future.
The Farmers and Settlers Association notes the 41 hours legislation may assign landowners responsibility for share-farm families and workers. They fear reduced share farming, increased reliance on hired labor, and retrogressive effects on rural employment, with prior declines deepening. Wild dogs threaten flocks in Glen Innen, and stock protection efforts raise fees for full-crown and pup permits.
A garbled miscellany covers varied topics from public events to education reform. It notes a NSW Education article praising Mr Act Kilgour after 44 years service, outlines migrant policy debate, criticizes Shire Council taxes on heavy vehicles, and reports assorted local observations and quirks without clear, cohesive narrative.
Postponed Anzac Sports drew large crowds at Gloucester Park on Saturday with varied events and many heats. Officials included J A Higgins and J B Street, while awards covered boys and girls races and military display.
A committee meeting of the Gloucester A H P Association was held in the Senank of Avis on Saturday with numerous members present. Attendees included Moses A. W Lope tt and others. the minutes show discussion on show arrangements, judges appointed for the Central North Coast Agricultural Society event, and a caretaker salary set at a specified rate. The secretary was tasked with overseeing compliance with the New Workers' Compensation Act as discussed by Ceeoman of the New Letters League who spoke on immigration requirements.
The Minister for Agriculture requires orchards of at least a quarter acre and nurseries to register under the Plant Nurseries Act 1984 with penalties for noncompliance. A referendum preview and Commonwealth enrolment notices accompany the text. Eligible electors not enrolled or who changed address must submit a claim form to avoid fines. surplus excavations from Sonoat offered for filing.
A readable fragment describes a Lord's match with erratic scoring and multiple dismissals. It mentions players such as Wes, Kilner, Baritatvy, and Richardson, plus fielding and bowling actions at various points. The text references scores and innings, including 204 for six and 434 for Australia, with several batsmen and bowlers named in a wandering summary.
Field date not fixed. Tom Feule of Dilgery challenges Alfred Ninness of Bowman fiver to a twenty round bout at Glouces ter stadium for fifty pounds aside. Deposit of three hundred pounds proposed and terms on acceptance.
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