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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 26, 1950
Page
5
Gloucester Liberal's Personal Record by L BOM Richardson compiles biographical notes and political insights in a concise liberal perspective. The piece profiles Richardsons involvement and public service themes, reflecting local political culture and historical context.
Personal profile of Richard Richardson detailing education at Raymond Terrace Public School and Kings School with Hawksbury College H D A Diploma in Agriculture. Notes farming as a practical dairy farmer at Raymond Terrace, war service with Hunter River Lancers and AIF 8th Division, timber industry experience, and public roles including President Port Stephens Shire 1950 Patron Junior Farmers' Club and Dairymen's Council member. Describes him as a wide experienced industrial worker administrator primary producer and gifted speaker fit to represent Gloucester in State Parliament.
Government Gazette notice sets apart a 395 acre Tooma estate, 20 miles south of Tumbarumba, as a dairying area for forces members and ex-members. Annual rent about £117. Applications to Land Agent, Tumbarumba, between 29 May and 30 June 1950, free from District Surveyors or Crown Land Agent. A R Jones, Under Secretary.
Completely reconditioned tractors available with warranties. Cletrac FD 100 HP with PCU and Doser, Cletrac DDH 00 ESP with PCU and Doser, Allis Chalmers HD 14 with PCU and Doser or logging winch, Allis Chalmers HD 760 HP with PCU and Doser or log winch. Terma arranged. Located in Gleeson Wingham N.B.
The following candidates were nominated for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly in Gloucester for the June 17 1860 general election. Polling places span Bulahdelah Dungog Gloucester and other subdivisions with a long list of stations. Voting penalties apply to electors who fail to vote without valid excuse.
The notice lists A Grade matches Barrington Blues vs Barrington and Bede vs Teachers with A Reserve and B Grade pairings including Ward s River Blacks Limberlost Wallanbah Ward s River Whites Barrington Golds Stratford Rockhurst and others. It also shows B Reserve clashes Craven Creek Copeland Migpies Koalas and Barrington 2 Stratford 1 Swifts Barrington 1, plus reminder that entries for the Tennis Tournament close Saturday May 27 at 6 pm.
A Jersey cow born on a Kikienutu farm in King country NZ celebrated her 33rd birthday. She had her first calf before World War I and has since produced 28 more. The cow remains in excellent health and is regarded as New Zealand's oldest known cow.
Town discussion focuses on opening a new street linking Denison and King Streets. Critics warn the plan creates a back yard belt with no frontages, risks increased traffic near the Post Office and Butter Factory, and could spoil Denison Street as a business hub. Officials argue it would add parking space and relieve main street overflow. Local figures Sparke and Borthwick oppose the scheme citing waste and adverse impact on commerce.
Paul Ryan and Joe Corbett recently took over the Tom Hicks auctioneering business and held a successful first special cattle sale at Gloucester Shire Saleyards. Corbett praised honesty and service, thanked vendors and buyers, and the partners will continue using the Hicks trade name.
In Taree Small Debts Court, Edward Herbert Baxter sought 10 pounds from journalist Conrad Simons for money advanced. Simons failed to appear, verdict for Baxter plus 15 pounds costs. Other items note whale facility plans at Byron Bay, and rabbit skin market shifts with varied tonnages and prices across suppliers.
Friday meeting of AH and P Association committee chaired by President H T Higgins discussed showground sanitary conveniences. Despite deeming sewerage desirable, cost (£2500 to £2000) prevents installation. Secret ary authorized to arrange annual committee elections for July 22. Prize schedule adjusted to include five classes each for Friesians and Ayrshires. Finance committee to be proposed. show ball set for August 5 with Rhythm Boys Orchestra. nominations for 40 committee seats due by June 10. A lost lady’s handbag on the showground remains unclaimed.
At the annual meeting of the Lad lea Auxiliary of the Gloucester A H P Association held in the School of Arts on 18 May, Mrs G Arrowsmith became President, Mrs A Ridgeway Secretary, and Mrs C Street Treasurer. They thank all who aided at three stalls and those who donated. The Auxiliary raised 40 revenue after expenses, clearing £121.
Mr Archer Whitford of Sydney, visiting Gloucester, deplored local criticism that his Cra ven Plateau properties are infested with rabbits and nearly inaccessible. He cited a 55 minute Gloucester to Craven Plateau trip and 45 minute return, with two locals noting only ten rabbits observed during several hours. He called the criticism harmful to the district.
Dungog Town Clerk W J Machen visited Newcastle to collect top Barrington Tops views for an album to present to the Premier. A deputation led by AKL Quinlan Mayor of Auckland? and including Aldermen from Dun dee Maitland and Patrick Plains Shire will meet the Premier in Sydney after the state election to press for health and tourist development.
Newcastle meeting hears acting State Secretary H F P Henningham claim suggests a permanent person in the PMG Department is intent on wrecking the Legion. He cites distribution issues with the fortnightly Express and similar problems with Reveille, noting ongoing investigations at State headquarters.
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