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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 02, 1932
Page
2
A concise tally note addressed to PALING at 14 Hunter Street Newcastle records an evaluation of battery status and related particulars. The brief item notes contact to maintain ongoing updates and ensures safe delivery of the measurement data to the listed recipient.
Hay Pasties Protection Board fought with Lands Department over 150 applications for netting advances to fruit and rabbit-proof fencing. Cabinet approved removing financial liability from the board and directing payments on inspected Crown holdings. Director briefings note lease security improved by nesting fences. A final question asks, would you prefer a wife who can cook and won't or one who can't cook at all.
Gloucester bank changes as J P Evans retires and J Mc Andrew takes the Gloucester post. Plans for a Park sacred band concert Sunday at 2 50 with Hallelujah Chorus. Gloucester Literary and Debating Society formed with officers and fortnightly meetings starting Sept 14. Berkeley bequest questioned as estate taxed away. Adulterated butter case at Central Police Court citing margarine misrepresentation.
A judgment by Mr Justice Webb in Queensland finds the Queensland Primary Producers Organisation and Marketing Act invalid under section 92 of the Commonwealth Constitution. The ruling threatens compulsory pools and may undermine similar marketing laws in other states, with potential nationwide implications. A separate exchange rate campaign launches in Bathurst with W V McCall, plus planned talks across Riverina Upper Hunter Namoi New England and Barwon electorates by B D Ogilvie and J P Abebott on dates to be fixed.
Dr. Woolnough notes the Wooranich aerial survey by the Department of the Interior and the RAAF backs earlier optimistic geology. Visual and photo data suggest favorable structures for possible oil concentration, though only drilling can prove commercial quantities.
The annual church ball under FC Church auspices at the Majestic floor drew fewer patrons due to stormy weather, yet attendees called the event among the season’s best. The Revellers Orchestra from Kurri provided top music, green and pink streamers and greenery decor enhanced the setting, and supper at Star Theatre featured fine sweet peas and Teeland poppy bloom accents. Hon secretaries Miss Jean Edwards and M O'Brien efficiently handled duties.
Football notes preview a Park match as Gloucester Cup Team and Taree Old Bar renew the series for the third time this season. Each side owns one win, promising a hard fought rubber. Gloucester lists H Woodbry D Smith and others, while Taree Old Bar fields Gilbert Collins Shoesmith O Hehir Northam Phillips Carneally Single Poule Bridger Smith Gaggin Allen.
The Gloucester Rifle Club held its monthly competition with R. Johnston winning by 78 total points after 35 at 60 yards and 37 at 700 yards. Baker was runner-up with 37 at each range, both equal at 77 with handicaps. Scores listed include J E Price 60 and Macleay District aims for Kempsey visiting competitors September 8 9.
Tomorrow afternoon at 2 o clock a handicap pairs consistency bowls tournament will be played on the Gloucester green. Teams include Hawdon and Street, Ashworth and Rye, Street and Street ser vs Graham and Munro ser, Street and Tresidder ser vs Harris and Boston ser, White and Milne ser vs Adams and Turner, Andrews and Isaac vs Anderson and Wratten, Goddard and Whatson vs Boort and Boston, Tetii and Kendall vs Nick Jess and West. Highest aggregate wins twice. Entry fee prize cash order.
The draw for the choice score competition lists matches such as Dr. Anderson vs L Rye and J Hoge vs B Carolan with four byes. The Associates note a recalled match between teams chosen by the President and Secretary, with four wine each and one match square. Several results from recent pairs are given with scores, including Mrs Yates over Mrs Street 4 and 4 and Mrs Roddy over Mrs Thurfow 2 and 2. The piece ends with an advertisement-like verse praising Woods Great Papper and warning of winter ailments.
John Graham of Maitland died at Dunmore House aged 68. A member of a pioneering Lower Hunter family, he bred Clifden Clydesdales and Ayrshires, served on show councils, stocked Bowthorne butter factory, and held Port Stephens Shire council and Largs school board roles. He was respected for hospitality and local stories of early district life. The Graham family long influenced dairying farming grazing and horse breeding in the region.
London magistrate Mr J. AR. Eira writes on humility and humour. He argues pompous pretence is exposed, no one is indispensable, and true dignity mixes humility with power. He mocks cringing hierarchy and warns that false sweetness hides tyranny. He says self mockery reveals foibles and errors.
Gloucester Shire yards announce a special cattle sale on Tuesday at Trstetork by Matthewson and Co. Good lines already booked including 50 quality Hereford and Durham breeders. Calves at foot with account L. AMwater.
Auction notice lists sale by Hynes and others including J Hynes Tenterfield Bowman Bros Jerry's Plains J Riley Narrabri and more with draughts light horses ponies and assorted goods. Yarding described as outstanding invites interest from buyers. Objections to land sale must be directed to the Minister within one month. Tenders called for a 40 wide drain cutting project at Stratford closing September 10.
For sale by tender four acres standing lucerne at Bowman Farm with one cut. Tender close with SMPT full particulars. Jam phone Wapra 5, W, & 1 Rel, Bowman Farm.
A notice warns that anyone fishing shooting or trespassing on the property at Bindera after September 1 1932 faces removal and legal action. Previous permission is withdrawn and the landowner reserves all rights.
Gloucester Dairy Company Limited gives notice of the Annual Ordinary General Meeting of shareholders at Stay Theatre Gloucester on Wednesday September 14 1932 at 2 pm. To receive the Directors Report on Balance Sheet for the twelve months ended June 30 1982 and to transact any other business as per the Articles of Association. By order of the Board M Wratten Manager.
Paterson Easton and Co report a large sale of store cattle and prime mixed heifers and steers on account of numerous owners. The rundown lists hundreds of head including Hereford and Devon breeds, various ages from 2 to 4 years, with details repeating brand marks and station origins. Competent drovers attend to ensure smooth disposition and quality aligns with prior years.
Fat sheep varied for sale every Thursday at Gloucester Golf Chit pens Apply Two ORTH.
Fragmentary notice lists events for Tugra hakt Cricket Club at Me. Jr. Smiths yard on October 1 with athletic contests and receipts for expert knowledge hinted. G. B. Smith is noted as honorary secretary.
A notice announces a meeting of the local branch of Shove to be held tomorrow Saturday at 7 30 p m in the office of Mr Tom Hick. Hn Chaplin serves as the honorary...
Matthewson and Co report a brisk sale of about 265 pigs with strong weighty lots fetching firm date rates while lighter classes eased. Tom Hicks notes a tight yarding of cattle with prime stock firm and lighter classes weaker at Gloucester and Maitland markets.
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