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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 21, 1937
Page
2
The Gloucester Adborate notes that writs for the federal elections will be issued on September 24 and rolls close at 6 pm that day. Only electors with claims in the hands of registrars by 6 pm Friday will be effective, not merely posted on the day. Electoral claim cards are available at post offices and from registrars.
Stratford Progress Association held a well attended meeting on Wednesday. They will meet on the fourth Thursday each month starting October. A letter from the Main Roads Board promised a bituminous surface on the Stratford Highway, a long sought improvement. The association aims to aid cemetery cleanup and support local business. The council is urged to install a footbridge over the Avon at Gressham’s corner for school traffic.
Alfred Thomas McCarthy, respected Gloucester resident and cattle dealer, died at his home after weeks of ill health. Born Corangula, Upper Macleay, he studied at St. Joseph’s Sydney and worked as a surveyor before turning to farming and grazing. He married in 1899 and leaves a widow and six children. Funeral was well attended, with many tributes from family and friends across Barrington, Bellbrook, Gloucester, and surrounding areas. Brother M. J. McCarthy of Urunga noted.
Novocastrian women hockey team edged Gloucester Association 4 to 2 at National Park New Eastde on Saturday. Noble Powell Woollett starred for Novocastrians while Gloucester keeper R Yardy made key saves as visiting side fought back after early goals. Postmatch reception at Novocastrian Hockey Club honored Gloucester visitors and teased annual visits, with Mrs T Jey and Miss Powell leading the cheer.
The September Country Women's Association meeting in the Rest Rooms reviewed attendance including Mrs. Hawdon and Mrs. Holmes, with apologies from several members. Delegates Ferguson and Lowe were named for the Group Conference at Taree on October 14, and Coronation Cookery Books were ordered at 2/4 each. The Spring Ball balance sheet shows a pleasing credit. thanks were given to members and funders for support.
Expedition leader Hides and Tom Jack Lisle trek through central New Guinea with native carriers, facing outbreaks, attacks, and a perilous gorge crossing. Lyall falls ill and is rescued after a week of hardship as the party battles floods, wrecked rafts, and hostile terrain.
Elizabeth Franks and Albert Blanch address letters to the Gloucester Shire Clerk regarding piggery drainage and water contamination. Franks accuses council of feigned concern and notes tests showed soakage polluted her dam, while Blanch cites Health Department correspondence and disputes council’s past complaints. Local notices include cattle yard sales by New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Co. and a Springer sale at Winghaar.
Tennis tournament games set for next Saturday across multiple courts including Presbyterian Court Greenwood Park and Factory Court with matches featuring Fraser Merchant Kenney Wade Turci Martin Davis Burton Lambley Monro Gibson Nichols and various pairs. Matches listed at three courts with times from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm and winners advancing in Park and Factory events.
Twenty members of Islington Newcastle Bowling Club visited Gloucester for a match on a warm gusty afternoon. Scores listed for both sides show a close play with several players named. Gloucester hosts match against National Park Bowling Club with play starting at 2 p.m. Players not available to notify secretary. Gloucester cricketers report a trip to Newcastle at the week-end.
The Majestic Theatre will present a double bill next Saturday September 25 with The Last of the Monjoans a romance featuring a white girl as lead and Sing Me a Love Song a musical comedy as the supporting picture. Both showings include a matinee and a night performance. the feature has drawn large audiences across screenings due to its story appeal.
Unpleasant conditions marked Saturday golf as J. McRae and B. P. Dawson won with a 102/2874. The Associates' Championship final pits Mrs Street and Mrs Yates against Mrs Munro and Miss Easton. Consolation finalists include Miss Easton. Foursome draw lists partnerships such as Mrs Cavanauga with Miss Parish facing Misa Dawson and Misa Laurie, among others.
In the Supreme Court of New South Wales a probate application is published for the will of Alfred Henry Griffin late of Gloucester. Executors John Yates and Phyllis Naffin are named, creditors are asked to forward claims, and notices served at the solicitors Predtor A. S. Borthwick Bungong. The publication requests publication after the dated January 1832 and lists agents in Sydney and London Bank Chambers.
In loving memory of our dear Mother and Grandmother who passed away September 19 1933 Her cheery voice is stilled her face we see no more in our hearts her memory lingers Just as sweetly as before Inserted by Florie Wal and grand Witirent
Eugowra correspondent reports that Mr G Gordon bought a bullock at an auction. After slaughtering, a five inch packing needle was found embedded in the bullock’s heart. The eye of the needle was eaten away and the surrounding tissue was hardened, indicating it had been there for some time.
Memoriam notice for Biber who died July 10 1994 and Mather who died September 19 1994. Published by their daughter Tda and family with the line Still Sadly Minced.
Dr McDonald FEOA Bonours PMC London of Webster Janie and McDonald Sydney Limited Opt Hoinns and Optomoteurs will consult at the Commercial Hotel Gloucester on Friday October 8. The event runs from noon to 5 pm featuring eye health services and examinations.
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