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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 10, 1926
Page
2
The Gloucester Advocate reports a Veterans' cricket event at Copeland wicket with Old Veterans and AN players rolling up to the sharp. A lively social followed with Odd Fellows’ engagement, gold finding curios, and a dance evening featuring Mrs Gwynne and Mr Merlin among attendees.
An internal dismissal targets central figures led by Premier Lang and ministers including Loughlin Cann and O Halloran along with party officials for alleged continued disloyalty. The move sparked questions about inequality and political tensions within the Labor party and associated departments.
The assembly chaired by St Vester Connell discussed a rent adjustment for the Stine yards. Council members debated the proposal with supporters including Ar Roehert and Talepayers and a pledge to align with Lim on the measure while others expressed agreement but a seconding vote remained unsettled.
Dense OCR text records a heated council session where Dr Reichert challenges ratepayers in a political dispute. Mentions motions, censure of the President, and a possible election contest, with unclear dates and participants.
Abbott and Co report a small yarding at their usual Wednesday sale with cattle counts and prices. Notable lots include cows and calves, springers, and steers with prices ranging from 1/17/6 for a bell-fed cow to 9/10 for higher grade stock. Next sale is scheduled for Wednesday the 22nd at 11 o'clock.
Mathewson and Co report a firm market at Shore Yards with about 200 head sold including cows, steers, heifers and calves. Next sale Sept 28. Private sale items and prices listed. heavy demand for store cattle noted. Barley prices and weight ranges recorded.
Fragmentary article notes a cooperative, odd pricing, timber inquiry, and railway commission issues. It mentions a Florwestor style supply, cedar shortages, and a medical case of Heart removal in Chicago. It also advertises opticians Webster Jack McDonald, and Dorrigo Dairy output figures.
Me Hert Parker, longtime postal official, is set to retire after five years as the local head. A public farewell is planned with colleagues, officials, and friendly messages noting Parker's service and future plans. The event will be hosted at a community venue with attendees from postal districts and local offices.
A local body considered granting a permit for a polo pump project amid concerns about safety and the potential for explosions. Officials warned that permits should be revocable if incidents occur, noting risk and liability for concession holders.
Commonwealth Attorney General Latham discusses the referendum and potential use of broader powers to resolve industrial disputes. observers expect limited relief from current laws while employers face costly disruptions. The item notes ongoing labor tensions and speculation on the referendum’s impact on industrial policy and wage negotiations.
For sale a late model Ovenband 4 described with premium leather upholstery and premium components. Includes mention of a magnetalenin and a trial possibility. Price quoted as £1000 for immediate purchase and delivery options.
A week ago a sow named Tamworth reportedly vanished with piglets near Neward. Information circulating suggests the sow may aid in locating the lost Mrs Henderson, with readers urged to report any sighting or relevant clues to local authorities.
Notice warns that all debts owed to the deesigned tunt must be paid by month end or legal proceedings for treavery will be taken. Originates from 1D. K. Redman, Shannon Vale.
A damaged notice from Gloucester lists an auction style sale of a house and fixtures. It mentions a Barrington Street address and a seller named J Bender. The fragment references furniture and a sale remaining, with unclear dates and terms.
A damaged OCR listing items for a sale dated Saturday September 18. The catalog includes Wardrobe, Dressers, Mirrors, Bedding, Mats, Linoleum, Chairs, Kitchen items, a Singer sewing machine, tools, farm goods, poultry equipment, and building supplies. Sale begins at 1:30 PM, includes tables, beds, bedding, pantry items, and farm equipment from Bersnon's Argyle Sid Poultry Farm.
An announcement of a rail excursion to Sydney with new excursion tickets dated September 24. Tickets are valid for return within one calendar month from the date of issue and available at intermediate stations. Information and details are provided by station masters and W. J. Morris Secretary.
Impounding notice in the Supreme Court of New South Wales Probate division regarding the estate of Hetty Augustus Grant. Notice announces distribution to heirs after administrator W. W. Hawon and agent Aubrey Halloran, with filing by November 10, 1926 and final distribution by 26 November 1926. Names: Hubert Augustus Grant, Robert Augustus Grant, Gloucester, Sydney.
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