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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 19, 1951
Page
2
The Ambulance Premuik Ball will feature the Highsteppers Orchestra on Tuesday night in October at the Mayor Theatre. Special tire-closet arrangements are planned with a relay system, and the event will be served by the Ambulance Sures team. Proceeds go to the Ambulance Hall fund.
A local family in Gloucester prepares for a farewell and renewal as Mr Rahman, once linked to a scandal years ago, returns after a long absence. A reception at Moeman Bee marks the event with Pakistan dishes and a marquee party. The Ramana family plans future reunions and notes the daughter Asma will soon begin studies abroad.
Two accidents were reported in the Craven Crank district. Vic Johnston of Craven Crank was involved and brought to a nearby hospital by ambulance after the incident. Emergency responders assisted at the scene and the building area remained cordoned for investigation.
A vandalized or misdocumented report notes a car loss linked to Kanthi Staton and mentions an employee named Carven. Authorities investigated road activity at the scene and questioned drivers and car owners about missing keys and unaccounted vehicles. The tale references police involvement and inquiries into possible tampering or theft.
A translated fragment describes an American consul opening a school bazaar in November, with references to a ceremony and various unnamed officials. The text is garbled but indicates a formal event involving a meeting, funding, and a review of arrangements for a local school bazaar.
The text records a local branch meeting with donations to a mothers group and a bus fund. It mentions the Building Band, a party support, and names several organizers and attendees. An upcoming event at S. Levis and Stratford is listed with times and participants.
Secretary W Norman announces a membership drive for the School of Arts. A special appeal seeks support on Thursday. Mis A McIntosh is listed as Honorary Secretary.
Auction notices detail entries for children over 10 in garment making, hand or machine crafted items, and decorative works. Prizes include best garment, painted or colored drawings, wood work, and crafts. Entries must be by minors and judged for variety and creativity.
A Gloucester area notice describes multiple lots with acres ranging from 418 to 377, fenced with yards and livestock facilities. The ad notes improvements, restrictions, and contact details for W. E Sparre and Paul Ryan Son Co and requests inspections by appointment while mentioning nearby Bowmen River and Ottawa.
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