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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 29, 1948
Page
4
The Chief Secretary announces fire danger rules governing open air burning. A 10 foot flame-free zone around fire pits is required, lighting limits apply, and fires must be lit only between dusk and a set hour. A 100 foot safety radius is enforced, and penalties include fines and possible imprisonment for noncompliance.
A discussion on holiday homes and week enders highlights zoning limits for temporary and permanent structures. Officials emphasize the need for regular inspections in designated holiday areas to curb unlawful permanent occupancy while addressing housing shortages.
A historical account describes a solar eclipse on November 1 observed by observers including a doctor named Britney Wap. It notes viewing methods using a pinhole projection and warns of eye danger from direct viewing. The piece references observers in the South and notes the maximum eclipse around 4:48 pm.
A mis-spaced report notes a grant from a Rural Development Fund backed by a Commonwealth bank to support agricultural research. The initial 140,000 with later additions aims to fund establishment of units in agriculture, with results to be disseminated widely to boost primary production in Australia under the Commonwealth Bank Act.
A damaged OCR style ad lists tomato and seed products from New American Seed Co Sydney NSW including clone tomato varieties, watermelons, pumpkins, cabbage, peaches, and other garden seeds. Various prices and packet sizes are shown with scattered contact hints and product notes.
Item list notes various pressed steel pulleys and wooden pulleys including two Wilh gin, a 14mm x Ain unit, one Cis' pressed steel pulley and one Mine fin wooden pulley. Also mentions shutting Bearces shafting and Sum anienADDIY advocate office.
Relatives and neighbors mourn the death of Cecil James Barnte aged about 60, a well known and highly regarded resident of Canvas. Born in Kann, he lived in several locations with his family before settling in Newcastle. He suffered a shoulder injury in an accident and underwent surgery. he collapsed Friday after noon, dying from a blood clot that reached his heart soon after a post operative recovery period.
Early cancer fight hinges on prompt recognition of symptoms and regular medical exams. Seek family doctor or hospital guidance. examination and treatment are available publicly. Write to the Department of Public Health for more information.
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