Loss of Eye and weather notes in NSW district
The report notes a boy Ron West age 13 from Wankivory injured in the right eye by a wood splinter. he was taken to Newcastle for treatment where removal of the eye occurred after the splinter penetration. It also records heavy rainfall and unsettled weather across Gloucester, Maitland, and surrounding districts, with totals up to 210 points for the week and renewed expectations for pasture growth and war-related salvage work. Sir Allen Taylor, prominent timber industry figure and long-time Lord Mayor of Sydney, died suddenly at Centennial Park. he was 66, and had led Allen Taylor and Co. and served in the Legislative Council since 1912.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ron
West
Ara
Lash
Adler
Gloucester
Newcastle
Wien
Emmy
Amd
Oman
LENO
Ain
H. S. Harris
Waukivory
Sir Allen Taylor
Sydney
Langroad
Centennial Park
Sir Allen
Goulburn
Legislative Council
Gloucester Water Supply Plan Faces Special Council Meeting
At a special Gloucester Borough Council session plans for a Barrington River pipeline to bolster water supply were discussed. The ministerial cost estimates and a potential loan, plus possible savings by routing pipes along the river, dominated debate as the council readied to engage the Department in Sydney.
Coming Events and Local Notices From Stroud District
Red Cross bail at Stratford on Friday 25 October. Anniversary dance at Forbesdale Hall on Tuesday 15 October. Gloucester Cricket Club meetings set for Tuesday 9 October and Thursday 10 October. Deceased, 73, is of Doomben Avenue, Hast Wool, with relatives Mrs. J Wright and Mr C T Edwards. Kempsey restaurateur Mr Mottee visits native island of Aerigo, Greece, recounting a naval battle near Sydney. Kempsey bowler Jim Mottee noted. Ten letters recorded by B A Farlow add 92 well bred stock to Tamworth Stud. Jim Latimore of Whadgurie is in Carlale Private Hospital, Wingham. Engagement announced at Billmor May between May Williams and Victor Thomas Herriman. Mrs W Underwood of Wingham connected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stratford
Tin Forbesdale Hall
Gloucester
Algieiating
Dieth Olcuive Ak Mis
Doomben Avenue
Hastwool
Tauisilay
J Wright
Orange
Cit EuWards
Lieten
Lungog
Stroud
Manuel Mottee
Trm
Mottee Bros
Kempsey
Aerigo
Greece
Hsmsa.s. Sydney
Bar
B. A. Farlow
Georgies
Tamworth
Liamore
Jim Latimore
Whadgurie
Carlyle
Wingham
Bilmor May
Victor Thomas
Lnter
Thomas Herriman
Krambach
W. Underwood
Council eyes water scheme and sewerage loan plan
A council discussion considers diverting 2000 pounds to a water project while leaving 3250 for future sewerage needs. Questions arise about repayments and interest. The matter will be referred to the Department. The Clerk notes calling tenders for all materials, with departmental officials to review the single project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pwensiary
Gloucester Shire Council Water Supply Expansion Proposal
Official communications discuss an updated water supply scheme for Gloucester Shire. The plan covers suction main, pump well, engine house, rising main, river crossing, and an eventual second pumping unit with contingencies. Grant prospects rise to about £12,048 with council financing for extensions and dead-end linking. The note requests the council's decision on funding and actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. B. Bennett
Gloucester Shire
Barrington Hive
Barrington
Tyrell Street
Gloucester
Church Street
LOLA
Ain
Council
Ned
Pronetel
Decidenes
Unis
Alleged theft of motorcycle and bike at Gloucester Court
At Gloucester Police Court Sidney Goodwin and Gordon Mason faced charges of stealing a motor cycle valued at £25 from premises at Weismantels in October. They pleaded guilty and were fined £18 with 80 days hard labour. cycle returned to owner Kalic. They were also charged with stealing a bicycle valued at £10 from Dungog and remanded to appear at Dungog Police Court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloucester
Messrs. M. Newton
W. Street
J.P
Sidney Goodwin
Gordon Mason
Weismantels
Arthur John Kalic
Maltland
Casey
Sydney
Dinpog
Welsmantels
Am House
Arthur Kalie
Kalle
Keith Tarran
Dungog
War Chest Fund Donations Reported by Auxiliary
The Ladies Auxiliary reports weekly donations to the War Chest Fund including 25 pounds worth of household linen and 20 pounds 12 shillings handed to the Auxiliary. A competition by A and A Hazelwood raised support for the fund, with prize pins and a bottle guessing game. The depot opening, weekly dances, and a proposed market day are discussed, along with plans for wireless access and overseas letter appreciation from ALF ads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doan Higging
Uittens
Woodward
Owers
John Burley
A. & A. Hazelwood
A. Hazels Wood
Giy
Mesdanies McFadyen
C. ‘Vonks
MV. Holestein
M. Phillips
la Cala
Wepot
Stre
Church Street
Hazelwood
Patriotic Fund
Imore
ALF
Rand
Lurie
McLeod
Red Cross Polling Day Raises Funds and Dance Night Victory
On September 21 the Red Cross Society Ward’s River branch held a successful fundraising event. A variety of gifts including yams vegetables eggs and books were sold at a stall, producing £3 in takings. That evening Borlmasa Hall hosted a lively Monte Carlo dance led by MC Mr McKevett, with prizes won by several couples. A stray stand donated by Mr Parsons was disposed of by Mr L Bart. By midnight National Anthem rang out as total takings reached £14 6 2, marking a rewarding day of work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ward's
Red Cross Society
Borlmasa
McKevett
Monte Carlo
M. Richmedson
Maytom
F. Lambley
Tima Gum
Parsons
L. Bart
Barrington Hall Shower For Mrs Lillian Merchant Bride
A large crowd gathered at Barrington Hall for a Tuesday evening shower in honor of Miss Lillian Merchant before her marriage to Mr. Laurie Atkins at Adina. The event featured speeches by Wes McRae and J J Atkins, a Royal Doulton salad set presented by Barrington Tennis Club, and music by Mr. McKinnon and his band.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barrington Hall
Lillian Merchant
Laie
Adina
Wes MoRae
Ai Lo
Eric Everett
Barrington Tennis Club
Lilitsa
J. J. Atkins
Laurie
Laurie Atkins
McKinnon
Tennis Association Meeting Next Thursday in School of Arts
A meeting for all tennis enthusiasts will be held in the School of Arts on Thursday next 10 October at 8 p.m. The agenda includes election of a secretary discussion of night tennis competitions and an annual dance plus any general business. Attend for the war time plans and return trophies to Mr H Coote's shop before the meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maithimioon
J. Movighy
F. McTarkett
Bolwarra
Maitland Yards
BW. Sparke Pty. Ltd
Durham
W. E. Sparke
Ger) Pt
School of Arts
H. Coote
Gloucester Cricket Club
Sehent of Arts
Sth
At & Pa
Matthewson
W. Atkins
Obituary for local resident Yardy in Dungog district
The obituary notes the death of John Yardy a longtime resident of the Dungog Gloucester district aged AK years after illness. He was known as a conscientious worker and respected in all dealings with employers and colleagues. Survived by wife Wand Yardy and children Mesdames Morrissey Payty and sons, with one son Dil killed in the Great War. Interment in Bendolba alongside his wife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oleh Ben Dents
Sir Joh Yardy
Yavily
JORH
Ganthis
Setinatsys An Ot Tate GH Hime My Arnty Wa Bot SE OP ME Pm Steete
Dungug
Muleonda
Vhel Town
Richart Yardy
Han
Bandon Grove
Kennedy
Statvord
Wan Chia
Yardy
Ute Dungog
Gloucester
Neral Tas
Uay
Bendolba
Church of Kings
Wiere
Mo Yardy
Mesdames
Morrissey
Payty
Gilmore
Messrs
Jess
Arthur
Pat
Ghorcester
Dil
Auction Notice for Adeline Fond Une Marie Mohyarra Herd
A herd named Adelion fon Une Marie Mohyarra by Enright fut reehVed wairuce bons to sell at auction. The sale date is Thursday October 10. The herd has won over 120 first and Champion Prizes in the past three years. Catalogues available on application.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelion Fon
Marie Mohyarra
Livestock Auction Notice at Abernfigs Stohen Shire
A long list of cattle including bulls cows and mixed stock offered as store cattle. The notice specifies prices quantities and brands with conditions for paddocking and sale terms. It mentions Abernfigs Stohen and county offices, shire manager, and sale deadlines from the gazette publication.
Stratford Pots for War Chest Fund Winners Aided by Dances and Donations
The Stratford event raised funds for the War Chest Fund with a variety of prizes and auctions. Winners included Mr You Yates Stratford for a Pyrex dish, Mrs Hoy Yates Stratford for a two decker bake, and Miss Frances Marvish Muller's Forest among others. The waltzing and one step dances drew ample attendance and were won by Mr and Mrs A Brorson and Miss Verle Tull with assistance from donors like Jack Chapman Gloucester.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lt Tussiay
War Chest Fund
Otto Cash
You Yates
Stratford
Pyle Vis Shelton
Oyleys
W. Everete
Gresford
A. Griffin
Tration
Hoy Yates
Basham
Cravens
Geo
Garner
Gloucester
Phere
Cushion
Garnersen
Dargaville
Ward's River
Loy Leys
Frances Marvish
Muler’s Forest
Wisine Rarney
Tatte Ueness
Glirr
Dumengl
Dy Everett Soper
Ars Wy EveReLuresford
M Bagnall
Tielman
Dim Holland
Smiths
Ray Adans
Laurie Wondoan McChesney
Rilwe
Misa Joye Crapin
Ute
Holl
Miss Belly Welt
Bya.verry
J. Boots
Ininger
Mindy
Gloucester notices and local reckonings drift through week
Gloucester Shire clerk visits Sydney for water extension plans while council at a special meeting reflects on the recent death of Dr Laurie's sister and extends sympathy. Messages arrive from Roy Phillips and Perce in the United Kingdom. Leighton Tonks earns two stripes and 18 more as a new corporal after leaving Gloucester years ago for Cooma.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Do A Latimore
No Chaplin
Gloucester
Sydney
Connell
BE. C
Laurie
W. Bridger
Roy Phillips
Perce
United Kingdom
Leignton
Charles ‘Tonks
H.Q
O. A.lf
Cowra
Tonks
Floucester
Cooma
FW. Tonks
Charles Wonka
E. Tonks
Leighton
Doctor and Patient Exchange Witty Air Quip
A humorous dialogue features a doctor asking about opportunities for getting fresh air and the patient replying that there is always a good chance because he works in a dynamite factory. The exchange uses a dry, punchy tone to spark irony.
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le Quesne
Prestige
Heavy Service
Holeproof
Miss Thrifty
Dare Devil
Heart's Delight
P. le Quesne
City Price Draper and Mercer
Roma Private
McCarthy
Gloucester Maternity
The
Gloucester “Actorate
B. J. King
Casicjland
Moesday
Weaver
Church of England
Canon
Williamson
Bowman Farm
Parkesdaile
Wallamba Dairy Lody
Wallamba
Anderson
Cavanough
Ritzo
A.hazelwood
the Fashion Centre
Dangar, Gedye & Malloch Ltd
Australia
D.G.M
Silent Knight
Gloucester Water Supply
Loval' Bhire Council
Burrington
Tyrell Sl
Jan
Ito Leman
Ine Street
Counel
Jeter
Shul
Weiner
Io Council
Lnchen
Turner Algo
Tobnston
Labour Bureau
Counci
Ems
Chaplin
Hev. G. Edwards
Official Communications
Gloucester Police Court
Hitler
Ladies' Auxiliary
Aux
Umty
Minn Carson
RED Cross
John Yardy
Iclearing Dairy Sale
a/e
U. A. Sansom, Esq
Geri Pty
Tom Hicks
Omjuinction
Tive
MB. Hoa
Sansom
Jersey
Herd
Gloucester) Pty. Ltd
Goninon
Maitland
T2moor
Burma
E. W. Sparke, Pty., Ltd
Pariet Munk
Lloberster
Land
Het Taree
Shire Manag
Publica
Mic
G. Alnman
U.S
Berlin
EM Higgins
Ata
Yatem
T. Andrews
Hon
King Street
Hetblewaite
Charles
Markimlike Halenin
Whursday
Hi, Nichols
Gloucester District Tennis Assn
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