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Newspaper
Tamworth Daily Observer
Location
Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 07, 1916
Page
1
Sydney market notes describe dull trading at Alexandria with limited activity and mixed prices. Delivery quotes appear for several items with small volumes and no local sales recorded, while conditions remain largely unimproved and prices show modest variation.
Sydney market notes describe steady prices at Sussex Street with demand for meat, fish, cheese, and eggs meeting current rates. Potato and bread supplies are adequate though fruit and timber show varied availability and prices. Northern River and Queensland produce appear with stable to firmer values on oats and corn.
The suit concerns alleged wrongful contraction of legal actions and damages claimed by the plaintiff, including compensation for the loss of a stock valued at £13, and expenses incurred. The defendant pleads not guilty as the case stands for trial.
Temarroy evening lecture titled Ship Shots frames a tour through places including the Cardinalies Ain Minor Palestine and Con ankinople Te we discuss Mr Robson’s travel notes and a portion of the talk will cover the current state of exploration and local stories
Special cattle sale by Ivy and Consons Ltd offers hogs and cattle with guaranteed weights. The yarding includes 700 lots in a single sale with 160 cows and 000 calves expected. about 00 cows in good condition with quality herd stock. Sale starts at 2 o clock with clearance expected for all purchasers.
Film listing fragment mentions Daniel Proh Meents and Mary Pickin iy Meche alton with showtimes at 8 tonight.
A scrambled late edition of a horse racing card lists multiple divisions and winners. Names such as Happy Toady and Miss Petrillo appear amid unclear entries and partial results.
A fragmented racing update lists names and events including Latesk Sumner and Vilberk rites. December Stakes feature Apple Chav Iolite fly. Sparse readable facts outline scratching arcs and panacre terms with unclear context.
The bulletin notes fine and sultry conditions with thunder in parts of Australia. The western regions show pressure listrilation while northern areas experience strong southerly winds. Eastern states report scattered thunder and warm, humid air with high pressure dominance in the south.
An obituary tribute will be held this afternoon at the Gulodorrinn Motel for Mr W Dowe. The ceremony notes his long service as stock inspector to the Taneword Tastufes Pradection and a lifetime tenure in the role.
Priv at e J offrey MacPherson of the With Reinforcements battalion was killed in action in France on November 1 1916. He was 18, formerly with the Tamworth Bank of New South Wales branch, and resided at Reshard Queensland. He was popular and had attended Tamworth Granular School.
A fragment lists donors and amounts for the Soldiers' Repatriation Fund. Names include Mr C W Wiknor, Tommoorth Musters Society, G Moa King, A G McTaod, W Malker, Petherick, Bowery, Mitler, Solomons, Mallally and others with sums such as 1s 1d 10s and £1 17s 7d noted.
An eclectic classified page describes cash accompany offers for tin column rates and booking charges, plus a large stock of new and secondhand furniture toys dolls and confections. It highlights Thacker's Drapers and Brown's shops with promotions on ladies hats, ribbons, and kid toys, inviting inspection of stock at Thacker's opposite Thacker's and Brown's Brown's Model House.
A brief reader note highlights a peak shopping day as crowds gather for holiday purchases. Local merchants report strong ticket sales and promotional events across downtown stores.
Fragments describe a mood of weariness affecting enterprise and daily work. The text notes a mind driven by inaction and lists storekeeping as part of the broader condition, with a humorous shopper appearing as a faint, ironic example.
The ad promotes The Speciality House and Brunell's Depot in Tamworth with Li Ver Paling's Pianos and organs. It details accommodation for first class passengers on Twin Seven Steamers, London saloon fares from 48 to 132 pounds, third class from 14 to 21 pounds, and return options valid up to 12 months. It lists agents Nathan Cohen & Co and David Ryid as managers and showcases Kip Watertight Cossacks and other goods.
Old time shop in Tamworth advertises large stock of harnesses saddles and horse gear with prices. It highlights ready made and custom orders and mentions baker pastry books and confectionery along with wedding and birthday cakes and catering services.
An item from the Tamworth Daily Observer reports that individuals found trespassing at Baclive will be prosecuted. It notes permits given for a local event from a stated date and mentions the Trusel estate case with a Vickery reference dated October 1012.
Advertises monthly stock sales and property listings via an advance notice system. Offers services for stock and station agent duties, with emphasis on proper conduct and satisfactory performance. Includes mention of buildings on Peel Street Tamworth and Mitchell's products such as Special Vinegar and Sauce.
A serialized tale excerpt reveals Lord Ballina and Cord Ballina discussing a dangerous secret society linked to covert influence. Characters name a renowned socialist adversary, while hints of a looming conspiracy surface in tense dialogue. The scene blends intrigue, class tension, and threat of political manipulation. A sales pitch for Dr Sheldon’s Coughs and Colds remedy appears at the end.
An old advertisement fragment promotes wine products and vinegar brands. It mentions Musgut and Maroirn Brei bottles, plane 107, and names B J Birkey, Mitchell’s Special Vinegar, and Mac Ribtan Coffer Masenee. The legible portion hints at a shop or catalog offering beverages and condiments.
Transport ad listing HEW MOTOR SERVICE and Manilla agents offer daily Tamworth to Manilla and Barraba runs with set schedules and fares. Other entries advertise Harvester sale, Wheat Pool agents, timber and timber products, doors and windows, and seasonal lines.
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