23 Dec 1926
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Newspaper
Grenfell Record And Lachlan District Advertiser
Location
Grenfell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 23, 1926
Page
1
Just opened a special line of dressed walking and talking dolls. A fine range of toys of all descriptions and a beautiful line of Xmas cards. Autograph stationery and diaries for 1927. Prices made to suit you.
December 26 Fourth Sunday notices from Church of England, St Andrew's Presbyterian, Grenfell, Bimbi Caragabal Charge, Greenethorpe and Warraderry detail Holy Communion services, carols and evening services. Methodist and Salvation Army events list Xmas Day services, sermons and special meetings with ministers named.
The Christmas radio schedule features Sydney station 2FC with carols from St Andrew's Cathedral and an original Xmas Eve sketch. Farmer's Children's Pantomime marks the final Christmas Eve performance, followed by morning bells from St Mars's before a St Patrick's Church Hill broadcast. A special Petersham Congregational Chanel programme and UK customs abroad are also planned.
Interim valuation report by G K Spark to council notes improved capital value now at one million pounds. Assessed annual value climbs to about £73,203 with increases in rate and dwelling improvements. Report highlights maintained values, better dwelling quality, and subdivision of near town centre into smaller living plots.
Jas Berman Grenfell and Green Thorp urge purchase of firefighting equipment and water carts to protect fields and crops amid пож public concerns.
Farmers and Settlers' Insurance Company immediately covers loss described by J Berman involving hay stacks crops and fencing damaged or destroyed in a farming incident.
Ladies served at home by appointment and children’s hair cared for. Front portion of Blue Bird Tea rooms on Main Street noted for the service.
Advertises a Federal Building Loan plan offering to finance construction on land owned by the buyer. Promotes fixed plans and local agents Callis and McClymont, Grenfell, with office at Alexandra House.
James Frazer Wholesale Cordial Manufacturer earned a Bronze Medal and Certificate of Merit at the Chicago World's Fair. They also won Silver Medals and Certificates at the Royal Society's Show in Sydney for Aerated Waters and Cordials. The firm advertises healthy drinks for all seasons with new machinery and enlarged premises and promotes non intoxicating beers and squash as agent for Dixen's 0.7.
Piney Range wins the Butler Cup contest against Caragabal after scoring 306 for five with not out 44 from F O'Meally and a century from Tom Murray. J Murray top-scored for Piney with 81, Bristow added 80, and Mills took three Caragabal wickets as the home team bowled out Caragabal well short of the target.
The coroner from Young and Dr. Purchase conducted an inquest at Mr. B Mitchell's farm after Norman Mitchell died when a hay wagon overturned and a wheel crushed his head. The verdict was accidental death. The funeral proceeded from his late residence to Cowra with many mourners attending.
Market notes dated 17 December show Rabbit Skins down 51 tons offered and declined by 1d to 2d per lb with grasises most affected. Sheep skins closed firm except sound pelts which were cheaper. Tallow hides and sleep shine sales to resume 6 January 1927.
Xmas Day services at Piney Range 8 and 10 am. Sunday 26th Bimbi 2nd January Pullabooka 9th Caragabal 10 am. P. P. McAlrey, Rector.
The A M P Society presents itself as the leading life office with funds totaling 58 000 000 and lowest expenses rate. It touts yearly bonuses, strong reserves, and probate policies. Contact E B Treatt district travelling agent for information.
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