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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 05, 1929
Page
2
A fragmented OCR notice recalls Mr Bert Tovey of Stentland and the death of a prominent neighbor in a nearby region. The report mentions an apparent shooting incident, health issues, and the late arrival of a joiner named Mr. Thorpe whose life is described as respected and honest by acquaintances.
The Walcha Rest Rooms were officially opened on February 28 by Mrs. L. Sven, president, in the presence of a distinguished gathering. The seven room complex includes a hall and necessary fittings, with prizes awarded to notable participants in the related events. A humorous anecdote from the gathering contrasted with a local tragedy as a duck-related joke was featured among casual talks.
On Sunday at Wentworth Falls a golf shot from a father struck Miss Walton on the head. She was knocked unconscious but later regained consciousness after medical care from Dr Tasman Wilson. The incident disrupted play and prompted medical attention. A separate agricultural note reports peach crop losses across the Murrumbidgee irrigation area due to a mysterious disease, threatening the local cannery with rejected peaches and prompting a disease investigation. Eels migration observed up Parramatta River as hundreds of thousands move upriver. Hide values at Sydney sales remained mostly firm with various grades of hides and calfskins achieving specific prices.
Builders faced no expansion issue as crowd filled the new Star Picture Theatre for the opening. Mr Boustead’s up to date venue drew praise from Mr A J White who urged town support and spoke of a memorable night with music dancing and a late supper. the event ended near 2 am with many memories made.
At Dubbo Quarter Sessions Judge Thommon heard Mildred Elen Krugar wife of the postmaster charged with stealing £497 from the Commonwealth. She handled money totalling £9000 a year while husband received only £40 annual allowance. Accused and husband testified no money was missing from a March mail bag sent from Gwabegar which arrived at Wellerawang with a slit. Jury returned verdict of nat urity. Also noted a bank manager Mr C M C Shannon being presented with a motor car and a bookshelf of 70 berks at Sydney functions.
The Forbesdale P and C Association held its annual meeting on a Wednesday evening with officers elected and a thorough annual report presented. It praises Empire Day, local fundraising, school support, and contributions from residents, with prizes and shelter provisions aiding the school.
In Melbourne on a Saturday Victoria posted the season's top innings total, declaring at 9 for 272 and later English bowlers faced heavy resistance. Woodfull led the local effort with 275 not out, while English captain Jardine and teammates Kerr Onyon contributed in a high scoring, 4-300s era contest marked by rapid declarations and persistent bowling.
Minister Fruxner told the Legislative Assembly that the Naantle to Sydney road project, started years ago and not near completion, will cost 2 4 2 68 000 pounds with 722 451 spent and another 545 340 needed to finish. The route from Booktams Corner to Hawkesbury River and on to Gosford reduces distance from 150 to 104 miles, creating the first connecting link from Surrey to the northern state and toward Brisbane.
Messrs Matthewson and Co conduct a series of dairy stock sales at the Shire Yards. Highlights include Heatherdale Jersey herd, 10 head. Mr TK Fedmon Wie herd of 60 Jerseys and cows. Jenny springers and dairy heifers from local breeders. 700 store calves. and forthcoming sales of New England cattle and other stock. Auctions occur across dates, with inspections by buyers and strong demand among local dairymen.
For four years Kyogi Shige Councils enforced strict ordinances to eradicate urban mosquitoes. Early measures screened tanks and removed standing water. When enforcement waned, mosquitoes returned. by spring 1928 inspectors renewed efforts and the town is reportedly free from the pests.
Avon Valley to meet Sikri Road with A Welland Campbell S Weiland Wellard Atkins Wilson Jor Te Gray Morris Weiland Ged Borham 42 West 4h The Khyber Pass noted amid pass hazards. Public notice of stalls and auctions at Gloucester with lunch and fruit and gage stalls. sale prices at warehouse.
In Stroud Court House a meeting of the Local Board for the Land District of Gloucestor will be held at 40 am on the 40th March. Attendees should bring papers.
The Country Women's Assn of W.8.W. announces the Kehounry 12 meeting was delayed due to flooding and will now convene Friday March 18 at 3.30 pm in the Shire Gentlemen Chambers Gloucester. M Sawyer and Mrs W McMackay will present on the alms acts of the Association. Conveners M White and B Higgins invite all to attend.
EW South Wales Gov Railways announces excursion tickets for a double journey to Sydney and intermediate stations. Minimum fares apply for first and second class. Tickets issued at Goulburn to depart Saturday March 2. Tickets have a coupon for return only if redirected and must be used within the period of availability. Return by trains within one month. details at station masters’ handbills. W J Morris, Secretary.
The New York Sun discusses Sir George Wilkinson s book Undishv ered Australia noting a call for reform and independent action in Australian democracy. It criticizes the author s view as vibrant yet critical of life in Australia and cites landholders leaving for money.
Fragmented OCR notes report rabbit market items with prices and conditions. Terms appear inconsistent but indicate boat averages, calfarkin market quantities, and cash deals. Names like Prank Awkkett Paterson appear garbled.
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