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Newspaper

Gloucester Advocate

Location

Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia

Date

May 02, 1939

Page

4

A Highwayman Nursed Back From Wounds at Hidden Ledge

In a secret cavern beneath a rock cellar Sam Hodge and family plot to shelter Lone Hand Laracy the captured highwayman. As Laracy wakes to comfort from a girl and her father the family debates his fate and a possible bargain with authorities, hoping to profit from his legends and avoid punishment.

Anvil Toad Sam Larney Haddin Laracy Fie Daly Bishranger Hughert Paradise Lroopaxs Lass Insso Nick Satan

Lone Hand Laracy and the Morgan menace

A rugged tale follows Lone Hand Laracy healing from a gunshot wound after a dangerous confrontation with Morgan the outlaw. The narrative recalls a past raid on Blair Run, Morgan’s threats to loved ones, and Laracy’s vow to rescue others while masking his own peril. The story taunts with vivid scenes of watchful eyes, a bearded father, and a hopeful romance amid danger as Laracy rides to confront the outlaw.

Sam Laracy Ladder Morgan Crnie Barney Martin Sand Jean Hind Laracy Eveilo Verlain Mt Uhre Morgan Silver King Bill Saul Blake's Crossing Auventire Rome Angel Genteman Hishranger Dan Blake's Crossing Road

Animals On The Road Create Legal And Fiscal Hazards

An article notes widespread risk from roaming cattle sheep and horses on country roads. It discusses impounding laws, owner liability, and motorist damages, citing a South Australian Supreme Court case where a motorist won damages against an owner who released horses onto the road at night. It critiques the balance of penalties and duties between owners, councils, and police.

Balaam A. Connell Tulles Rymbry Konda Fivery Supreme Court of South Australia Famages Fond Re Tay Burgiaes

Suffered Beyond Comprehension Amatuer Rheumatic Remedy Ad

An amateur note claims a remedy for rheumatism with a Genuine Mamet Guarantee Certificate by Street & Parish Ltd. It advertises a free booklet and urges readers to seek the document for cure.

Wittens Farrell Avenir Kain Street & Parish Ltd

Wallamba Show Near 5000 Entries at Nabiac Fair

The 25th annual Wallamba and District P and A Association exhibition at Nabiac drew near 5000 entries over two fine weathered days. Ring events drew large crowds, with stock drafts and youth interest featured. Judges praised cattle in Devon and Shorthorn classes. Herefords and Jerseys were variably strong. The event highlighted champion Shorthorn cattle, export steers, and a sizable poultry and produce display, with the Cessnock Pipe Band entertaining and a night ball.

Wallamba Nabtao J Nixon H. Croker J. W. Startin J. W. Gorton Mr Gorton Gorton Don Bidner H. Deer Devon Schneiter Bros Schneider Bros Sydney G. Nixon H. Smith Bandon Grove Jersey Efi Rggina Kempsey Sir. Gardner Comboyne John T. Bird Wingham Walter Murray J. W. Breckenridge FL A. Pelley Geo Weller Cessnock M.R. Times

What Insufficient Postages Amount To

The Commonwealth Post Office notes surcharges in Australia exceed 23000 dollars per year, doubling the deficient postage. Common infringements include underpaying by weight, sending letters in books or packets, personal notes on second or third class mail, sealing envelopes, and paying at a lower rate. The department offers guidance and invites inquiries when in doubt.

Commonwealth Post Office Australia

Angling Declared Almost a Disease by Speaker

A speaker quips that angling may almost be counted as a disease though some would like it not to be catching. A writer notes that forreta cannot catch cold, and thus people must continue pursuing fishing in their own way.

Aneraes Forreta

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