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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 19, 1950
Page
2
DX McDonald of McDonald (Sydney) Ply Limited is honored in the optometric field. The article notes consultation availability at the rate hotel and offers appointment details via a city telephone number, with Gloucestershire as the locale.
A Gloucester event guide reports plans for a daytime band concert and festival at the district fairgrounds with a public program for children and families. Nearby, a baby clothing incident is alleged at Sapgat and Handed. a police report is filed. An Empire Day ceremony is slated near Wed nemlay at a rural school with songs and performances by children, parents and staff. Manning Shire Council honors its longest-serving member with a certificated tribute, while a marine rescue tale from Gallipoli recalls Captain Edward Unwin and sea service. Future talks include a potential Manning to Sydney air service and coastal endeavors, with engine tests and safety warnings noted for local projects.
Congratulations pour in to Mr and Mrs Carter of Tipperary and Mr and Mrs Precock of Stroud as Pakistan Premier Abdullah Haroon and Governor General W. J. McKell send praise. The report mentions cricket and polo interests of Hiarow, leadership roles in Sind Olympiad Association, and a birth at Roma Private Hospital amid broad travel and ceremonial acknowledgments.
Fragmentary court report from Taree Small Bapta Court details proceedings over alleged damage linked to a dispute between Craven and Weismantel. Witnesses described actions and conditions, with the driver and other parties giving testimony. The case proceeded as defense and prosecution presented evidence prior to further hearings.
A historical report outlines a committee formed to organize a national celebration marking a century of federal government. Plans include fireworks and public processions aimed at showcasing constitutional principles and federation strength, with commentary on political structures and future legislative aims.
Officials including Mayor Alder Gleeson and Commissioner Bherrara discussed urgent steps to complete the Pacific Highway section from the Queensland border toward Taree. The plan seeks land acquisition with limited exemptions, aims to secure a special grant, and calls for cooperation from local governments to align with the Commonwealth Government’s funding outlook.
An afternoon event at Day UC on June 230 pm features activity titled Gift and Buy with proceeds directed to a listed cause. Organizers promote community participation and gift sales to raise funds.
The A C at MOETTR invites tenders for sale of land at Ward River and Grant lot parcels, including timber, for outright purchase and for damper work timber. Tenders open on MAT 1880. acceptance at the Gloucester authority.
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