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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 12, 1939
Page
4
In early chapters of Laracy's Pot of Gold, Laracy and allies plot to pack stores and move toward a hidden valley while pursued by a notorious bushranger. A government prospector joins their camp, bringing tension as suspicion grows over identity, allegiance, and a rising appetite for violence among the group.
In a rugged tale of outback crime Lone Hand Laracy plans a daring expansion of his gang. Hellfire Dick narrates past robberies and the brutal murders that shake the countryside as he tracks Laracy toward Golden Valley. The stakes rise with a planned purge and a deadly confrontation looming.
A fragmentary notice cites a customer testimonial from Mr. Newsome of Castlereagh 81 Sydney about pain relief. It mentions a money back guarantee and a certificate by Street & Parish Ltd, titled a treatment booklet. The readable text is sparse and lacks clear event details.
In a small debts case the jury awarded the plaintiff the full claim of 420 pounds 3 shillings 8 pence plus costs and witness expenses after testimony about grazing rights milking duties and a planned cattle sale. The defendants argued a fluctuating herd plan and a lack of written contract.
M H Stanley and 8 P Webeck trading as Gloucester Filling Station featured in Smints Delits Court Gloucester cases. Claims included a £5 8s debt against Speton Landia billiard room owner and a £19 goods sold suit against S Slade, both later non suited or dismissed. Court considered loan disputes and account controls cited by public accountant Robert S Wilson.
The Bowman River Rodeo and carnival on Saturday drew a large crowd to Mr M Creagh’s pasture arena. Nearly 200 dancers attended the post rodeo dance at Upper Bowman hall, described as one of the district’s brightest functions. Organizers extend thanks to sponsors and loaners, with results listing numerous event winners across races, relays, and novelty contests.
The Gloucester Pastures Board notes March 21 inspections show light to heavy rat infestation in patches, with weather delaying thorough checks. It cites improved conditions after heavy winter destruction and warns of ongoing efforts to keep rabbit populations in check while planning for trapping and pasture management. D. I. McDonald of Webster, Jack & McDonald will attend Optivang services at the Commercial Hotel, Gloucester, May 12.
Sydney sales show pigs and skins traded at varied rates. Pigs ranged from 30s to 140s per head with quantities around 950 head, while hides and skins fetched mixed prices, with damaged and special lots noted across categories.
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