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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 04, 1954
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR item mentions JM Tuncurry connecting with Crain to Sydney, Gloucester, tram from Sydney to Worcester, and a date related to Forester 12d. Provides little coherent detail but points to a transit or appointment note with names and places.
A late 19th century cattle sale reports excellent yarding quality with high attendance from buyers including Thug, Gheatoed, Maitland, and Wingham. Prices show steers and heifers firm, bulls at various lots, and a follow-up sale announced for May 13 with pig sale prospects and details on weight, age, and condition.
The sale featured very heavy calf yarding with prime dairy and beef calves. Buyers were numerous, pushing prices higher for most lots as demand remained strong and trade was active, with prices edging up across the board and calves achieving improved rates.
A proposed coast road plan tied to Port Macquarie development faced scrutiny from Port Authority officials. Mayor Jordan and the project advocate argued for proceeding with the main route while opponents raised concerns about planning, utilities, and timing. The review aimed to balance infrastructure growth with environmental and community impacts across Coralvite, Dunbogen, Tiaueiaton, North Maven, and surrounding areas.
The fragment notes Ate C0 Murcas and a Shire engineer position at a meeting. It mentions a department official, wage issues, and a single applicant. The council advertises the post with applications closing in April and an interview planned for the principal engineer candidate.
Incomplete text mentions Vickery, Darcy and Dalgety with Paterson and Glan garra Stud. Fragmentary reference to Tam ance hig early days. Unable to determine clear event or context from the damaged OCR.
The Sydney show featured Herefords leading the lineup with top prizes as the crowd watched a mix of champions and promising youngsters. Notable entries included Daher Glengarry, Bow Queet, and younger winners from Cally Creek Dis, with the main event highlighting the junior class and reserve prizes in a well-furnished ring.
The Stroud show faced drought and floods impacting exhibits and judging. Farmers reported low yields but praised standout animals including a white Leghorn cockeral shown by Robert Byler and a champion cow Oxleigh Jewel judged by N. C. Masri. Several classes featured top animals and prizes across bovine and poultry divisions, with awards noted for merit and condition amid difficult weather.
Henry Anthony Atego, aged many years, longtime resident and well known local dentist, died recently. Funeral services held at Catholic Church with Rev. Father Bos officiating. Local notices list funeral costs and community plans, including council budgeting for a bridge and other works. council to contribute 7000 pounds toward estimated 2600 pound project.
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