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Gloucester Advocate

Location

Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Nov 24, 1906

Page

4

Gloucester Advocate Concert Impresses with Local Talent

A lively Gloucester concert pleased attendees with performances by Miss L Grimshaw Miss L Smith and Mr A Toombs among others. Dyer with pupils sang Advance Australia Fair and Warrior Bold drew applause while comic pieces by Mr McDonald and Mrs Hooligan’s Christmas Cake drew laughter. Church notices follow for Sunday services in Gloucester Barrington Maudville Avon and surrounding areas.

Gloucester Advocate Satoh J. Hmith Meyers L. Grimshaw L. Smith A. Toombs M M’rae Church OF England Gloucester JL S.m Barrington Rae School of Arts Presbyterian Church OF Australia Bearxacp Ateixson Maudville Berrico Avon Mr. Shaw Ramsay

Gloucester show features buckjumpers and lively riding

A Gloucester concert and buckjumper show opened midweek at McRae's venue. Kate Kelly the chestnut mare bucked well as local rider Hector Yates attempted to ride her. Dave Cook rode The Barrister for a £2 prize but fell after six attempts. A crowded hall hosted music, recitations, and a charity call for Jus Gorton’s widow and orphans, ending with a lively dance into daylight.

McRae Bucxjumpers Gloucester eRac Kate Kelly Judge Hector Yates Burmance Dave Cook Onar R. Lethbridge R.D Stroud Avon Copeland Barrington O.R.L W. A. Harris Miss Landers Kathleen Lavornin Grant Miss Watts R. Mulcahey L. Smith de Gruchy M.C

Gloucester Race Meeting Echoes With Awards and Talks

Race results from a Gloucester meeting include Opening Handicap won by Similar by a length, Victoria second, Salta third after a fall, and Arch winning the Gloucester Handicap as Arch led from start to finish. Ruby defeats Avon in a 4 furlong hack race, with Vedette taking the Local Hack Rack by a length and a half. A life club proposal at the Gloucester School of Arts spurs discussion of rifle clubs and compulsory training, urged by local writer Compatriot Wadi Too.

Prize P Cunningham Similar Biton W Campbell Salta Chater G@ Hwhan Victoria Sandy Arch Victoria Waast Ray Hack Stewarts T Monaghok Ruby Saxby HL Yates Avon Bilton G Morphy Gold Trust Burse Fy Velotte Eel Cribs Avon All Gold Trust Ant Gold Trust Gloucester J McMahon Shoeamith Hiltin Sulta Commmand Ad F Everingham Hurry Scurry J Bowen Clowen Erin-go-brah W Nash Burgess T Monaghan Enin-go-Breh Jack Vedette Cunningham Birtn Nash Gloncester School Atul Australia Himeer Besity Arava

Dr Liddell at Gloucester Anti Socialist Meeting

Dr Liddell addressed an Anti Socialist meeting at the School of Arts on Wednesday night chaired by Mr J A McKensie. Despite competing attractions in town, the audience remained engaged as he spoke on federation, politics, and public confidence.

de. Liddell School of Arte J A McKensie

Gorton Benefit Concert Delights Gloucester Crowd

The Gorton Benefit concert and ball, held for Mrs. Gorton and family, drew a large crowd Monday night. Proceeds will net a substantial sum, with every performer well received and the evening regarded as perhaps Gloucester’s best.

Stroud Local News Briefs Highlight Summer Heat

Stroud records hot week with McRae’s Buckjumping Show drawing riders and fine riding. CrEEt Hill on tour through Parts earning praise. Mr. Dimes Smith recovering well. Stroud Judoists beat Clarence Town by 27 runs in a return match. Local dairy industry expands with new cream deliveries and factory activity. Mr. Hillam departs Joggy Lands Africa after weeks away.

McRae Tora Donfidende Keara Dimes Smith Thotileigh Clarence Town Jada Stroud Beneaoe Woteuttan Cron Iu A . Me. Hillam

District Dance Draws Record Crowds in Avia

Friday night dance in Avia drew one of the largest crowds in memory. Gloucester Borough residents organized the event as part of local improvements on Vigra and Callaghan’s properties. Everingham, who led planning, welcomed attendees to the Arts hall with host Pred. Dancing ran from 8 until midnight then moved to a marquee outside for refreshments and further music into the small hours. The writer praises attendees and comments on the stylish attire of the ladies.

Fiat Avia Gloucester Bynciete Vigra Callaghan Lie Hinds Die Everingham Hbo Bayeg Indies

Official Corresponnce on Grant for Bung Wall Work

Sydney November 16 1906 Hon J Luu on behalf of Bullahdelah Progress Committee approved grant of 60 pounds for expenditure on improving a Bung wall road project to Violet Hill. Under Secretary Davis conveys ministerial approval and immediate arrangements for work.

Bullahdelah Progress Committee Sydney Violet Hill Davis

Public Works approves grant for road work at Monkerai and Dixids

Public Works Department Sydney reports a grant of 10 pounds has been approved for road works between Upper Monkerai towns and Dixids. The under secretary J Davis notes funds will be made available without delay for immediate construction.

Public Works Department Sydney Dodda Monkerai Fullio Works Bahaoy Mir Broad Brite Court Ob Have O. J. Davis Umer

Telegraphic Road Funds Approved for Telegherry Route

In November 1906 the Minister approved an amount of 100 for road expenditure from Telegherry to the North Coast road. Instructions have been issued to commence work at once. Signed by P Davis, Under Secretary.

Public Works Department Sydner Mir Messrs Windhortoen WC McIntyre Telegherry Yin Master's North Coast Road Jing P Davis

Road grants and farewell in Gloucester district

Burrington Propreas Committee and Rodney note approvals for road works from Mannington to Cobarkton with grants of £4, £10 and £40 for various sections. Public Works officials Davis and others announce funds and scheduling. Also, Mr C Tonka and family bid farewell as they plan to move to Gloucester to take up dairying.

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W. Hawdon Stroud and Pustissep Rifle Club Wadi L. Singleton Dr. Liddell Noieton Gorton District News Upper Manning Burrington Rodney Mannington Cobarkton Miulelor WV -Ravis Vader T Davis Asya
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