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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 19, 1919
Page
2
A traveller near Yoog between Grafton and Armidale meets an old friend driving six horses and reveals a ruinous drought. The Urangit owner had lost 200 cattle and spent £4400 on the stock, now selling horses at court to cover debts, hoping for relief when rain returns.
Mr Loxsariol asked the Government in the Legislative weebly last Friday if sugar prices could advance. Mr Hall said no rise without approval from the Necessary Commodities Control Commission. Mr Lazzarini noted 800 cases of Oma are being shipped to Vancouver while some Sydney prices remain high at 1/10 per dozen. He asked if steps could be taken to ensure ice supplies meet export needs. Mr Hall stated the State Government can prevent egg exports within its power.
An Euguwra correspondent reports a vast western mobilization of crows, numbering thousands and recruiting from every district. The black adventurers appear to raid nests in the bush, wiping out old and young birds as a drought-weakened flock is targeted.
John Clay head of a U S selling firm says excess U S cattle supply will push prices down once current high levels wane. He notes demand for hogs remains strong and pork prices may stay firm, while cattle prices likely ease as supply adjusts postwar.
A damaged Times excerpt notes older settled areas have farm products spoiling due to no road access to markets. Mentions Tas Selimelder and Bel nh grade, with reference to Wistanov and tipperary brush. The text is garbled and difficult to parse for full facts.
The Minister for Trade at Customs Mr Maweoy Creece issued instructions in offers of Customs regarding dairy product trade descriptions. The term nest superior and very superior real or any term of similar phrasing indicates high quality and must be recorded accordingly.
Two boys were charged at Bat hard Folien Court with skinning a sheep, the property of Philip Moore, on the Orange road. Moore testified he found them in the act of skinning and preparing it for sale, one saying they preferred to get fed hot way. The mother shed and others gave evidence. the case involves alleged bribes and the boys were committed for trial.
Australian officials push back against reform efforts as wartime temperance talk fades. Chief Secretary warns against interference with returning servicemen. debates in South Australia and federal capitals show waning support for prohibition despite incidents in Melbourne and public criticism of American prohibition.
The obituary reports the death of Mr Janes Page from heart failure at Uloo vedi TNO en Tarde after a long illness. He was 47 years old and survived by four children, with strong friends and colleagues expressing sincere sympathy. The funeral took place Thursday with graveside rites led by Rev H Wy Rogers and a memorial service for the late Page’s fellow members.
The readable fragments mention a Victorian deputation and a meeting at a Min, with unclear actions and a reference to 1348 percent in New York. Names, dates, and places are garbled, producing a partial, unresolved historical sketch.
Saturday racing in video showery weather featured a sequence of events at the local track to aid the School of Arts. Winners included King Cole in the tack race, Irish Lase a close second, and Dulcher Boy initially winning the pony event before a protest upheld by the owner. A successful evening dance capped the day, with over £50 pledged to the School of Arts and many young people attending.
A late 19th century gathering of Dover ladies in Alowcester outlined luncheon and afternoon tea arrangements, with a sub-committee named for refreshments and stalls. Attendees included Mrs Hawdon convenor, Mesdames Sheddeg, Beever, Moore, Corbett, and Misses Shedden, Trenborough, and Miggine among others, with several apologies noted and a motion to proceed with a continental light supper.
Gloucester Racing Club celebrates a successful Monday meeting with praise for the weather, officials, and secretary Arch Campbell. The event featured well-dressed crowds, safe racing, and clear schedules, with winners in several races including Flying Handicap and Maiden Handicap. Fashion notes highlight plain dresses and restrained colors among attendees.
The government introduces a main roads bill allocating £2,500,000 for road expansion with the Minister gaining power over expenditures and road designation. The bill sets road construction standards for councils, allows debt to councils, and grants the Minister authority to repair, regulate weight limits, and oversee road maintenance or takeover of council duties. It also includes ministerial power to demand information and declare roads main roads.
A special joint service of the Presbyterian and Methodist churches to be held at Methodists Ghurel Gloucester on Wednesday at 7 30 pm to seek rain. An invitation extends to all to attend the present service. Merion wool by London achieved a record price of 8 pounds per pound.
A junior porter Malcolm Campbell died after being struck by a Kempsey Mall train near Gloucester. The coroner found death from injuries caused by being run over on the line, with no blame attached to any person. The accident involved a kerosene can and a burning bicycle wheel, and witnesses included train crew and the deceased's father.
Local report describes a Monday night riot outside a Gloucester shop where six men demanded meals, creating a scene before fled. A remaining witness, Mr Anton Malt, armed with a shotgun, helped deter the dispute as Sgt Heddon arrived and identified suspects.
A far advance in tallow prices spread across weights from light to heavy as supplies remain tight. Prices jumped from 64 to 140d per pound with a notable rise in good quality fats and beef fats selling well. About 2,400 parts forward, traders report demand outpacing supply and prices continuing to climb on improved rates.
In Armidale district a 48 year old Seventh Day Adventist woman, Mrs Willmott, was beaten to death by a stranger at a moonlit residence on Armidale Hill Grove Road after midnight. Her daughter Ide, 20, testified the intruder appeared tall with a beard. police later reported injuries to Mrs Willmott and a subsequent arrest for willful murder.
The Mayor of Taree convened a committee to consider Liswt Picklow’s proposal for an aeroplane exhibition at Taree. Reports also mention the Dalshenka era and claims about coats, while Briain and France seek further intervention in Nuapinn. The Australian Press Association notes Western Australia tensions and new German actions against Libau amid Bolshevik conscription orders and mobilization.
Notice of a meeting for the Notion Gloucester Gricket Club at Mr Channel's with a probate request from Agnes Page widow of James Page late of Miencenter New South Wales. An administration grant is sought after fourteen days and creditors are warned to present claims to Vawdron & Lawford Sydney agent Autrey Hallopun 44 Moore Street track.
The Shire of Gloucester advertises the revision of electors lists to be held at the Court House, Chureah Street, Gloucester on Wednesday December 1 1949 at about 10 40 in the forenoon. E H O Halloran, Shire Clerk, will oversee proceedings.
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