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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 18, 1937
Page
2
A Tuesday morning crash near Affleck's Lookout involved Victor Murray's car and a logging lorry, causing hood and windscreen damage but leaving Murray with only a wrist bruise. The near-miss urged drivers to stay clear of loaded trucks and heavy loads along the road.
Gloucester Chamber discusses a Health Week campaign to educate the public and curb mosquito breeding by yard cleanups and waste removal. It also backs a scenic Buckets top road project and urges Main Roads support for signposts, tree planting, and park improvements.
In the Harris Cup first round a forfeit from Dr. Munro led to Adams defeating Anderson 31 to 27 in the second round. The third round draw lists Abbeck against White and Adams Woodward against Lowe, with McIntyre linked to Thomas. In the Singles Championship and Presidents Cup, Andrews won 32 to 14, Ebbeck 31 to 20, Kendall 31 to 1?, Hebblewhite 31 to Street.
At a chamber meeting the plan for completing the road near Bucci Walks was discussed. Present were Memera, We We, Rawdon as chair, Po J. Griffin as secretary, and many members including Gray Le Quesne Wawason Micintosh J Huwdoo Grime Parton Kendall L FE Street C Street Carolan Teni and Rye.
A Chamber of Commerce meeting discusses subdivision of Cobark Station for closer settlement. The Dept of Lands notes a Rural Bank closer settlement scheme offering 66 2 3 percent loan plus 1 3 1 percent grant. Owners agree to subdivision and may pursue details with the Rural Bank Commissioner. Cobark offered for sale at Gloucester tomorrow.
The event conducted in A H A Abbott's paddock raised funds for the B C Popular Girl Competition. About eight races ran smoothly with strong betting on the open events where J Blunsell's Dixie Boy dominated, winning three. Results listed include Browney, Kay Boy, Dixie Boy, Holstein Jimmy, Walt and Ser, Dixie Boy again, and Brownlock among others with various placings.
The School of Arts Library lists new acquisitions this week including Sabatini The Fortunes of Captain Blood and Christie Murder in Mesopotamia. Other titles involve Gilbert Bromfield Wodehouse and Raine along with works by Grey Brontë Youngs and Masefield among numerous authors.
The first competition game of the season saw Gloucester Magpies defeat Bungwhal 61 to nil on Saturday. Gloucester’s Gorton led with four tries and scored points through two goals, while Kelly, Ron Britten, Ken Olifield, &. Cook, Reg Giddey, Ray Clarke, Jack Giddey and Gee Britten added tries. The Gloucester side showed promising form with new players Cook and Kelly making notable contributions. The visitors struggled with conditioning and teamwork, but fought gamely and came close to scoring on several occasions. Attendan ce was disappointing, and organizers hope for larger crowds at future matches.
The Stroke Handicap on Saturday was won by Ross Street with severe strokes under par. The weekend Mixed Foursome went to L. Rye and Mrs. King, while J. McRae claimed the Stroke Handicap. Open tournament entries close next Thursday for March events with a strong Wingham contingent led by Russell Hardy.
The program lists A Grade matches Park 1 versus Factory Presbyterians versus Forbesdale Rookhurst against Berrington Teachers a byw B Grade Factory versus Teachers Copeland against Presbyterian Barrington versus Forbesdale Stratford II against Park 1 Waukivory against Stratford I Barrington Village against Bulliac Park I against Gangat
After the death of Rua Kenanu, Māori prophet, Whakatane court records show a request for five widows pension forms on behalf of the prophet’s five wives. Only one form was sent as White law recognises one wife. the widow with most children receives state benevolence. Kenana founded Wai Rua Tapu The Spirit of Rumsect, a pacifist Ringata branch. he led a 1916 conflict when police attempted arrest in the Viewers Mountains, with followers killed and two officers injured.
Word reached Gloucester on Saturday that E Weekes of the Bank of New South Wales family may have been fatally shot while on a shooting trip near Coonamble. Gordon Weekes, 27, was found shot in the face. a rifle accident while climbing a fence is suspected. The Weekes family travels to mourn and recover.
The new King speaks to the Empire on coronation day from Bucking ham Palace, delivering a personal message of gratitude to the Queen and the nation. He emphasizes unity within the Commonwealth, duty of kingship, and hope for peace, promising to serve with sincerity and faith. The Queen joins, sending blessings and wishes for happiness to all.
A fragmentary glossary of bowling terms and humorous definitions describing roles such as a novice, substitute, coach, umpire, and champion, with ironic quips about knowledge, luck, and leadership. Includes misspelled phrases and garbled lines reflecting an old OCR pass. The tone is playful and satirical.
Regional church service listings show Trinity Sunday observances in Gloucester with multiple parishes. Ministers include Rev H W Rogers Nabiac and Rev Wa G Cochrane Gloucester denominations listed include Church of England Methodist Congregational Free Presbyterian and Stroud Baptist Church with various times and locations across local towns.
London Friday reports Dame Enid Lyons being awarded the GBE by the King at Buckingham Palace. He presents the insignia a star with brilliants the blue and red cross a solid gold chain and the initials GBE. The award is worn on rare occasions and remains a family treasure.
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