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Newspaper
Tamworth Daily Observer
Location
Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 01, 1915
Page
7
Fragmentary text mentions local pharmacies and a street address on Chenala8 Cartleteapl Street. References to stores Bold locally by Pullman's Pharmacy Dalton's Pharmacy and Geo. Mallaby and a pharmacist Mae suggest a local advertisement or notice. Content is heavily garbled with many unreadable words.
The Humber company plans a new two seat Humberette priced at £190 to be sold by The Motor House Ltd in Sydney. It promises smooth ride on rough roads and low running costs of 124 per mile including tyres, appealing to moderate income buyers amid a demand for better motor cars.
A long readable extract describes livestock sales and yarding at a rural market with mentions of cows, heifers, vealers, wethers, and lambs. Prices are given in old currency terms like pounds and shillings, with buyer demand and market mood noted as weak. The text lists various vendors and animal lots, including dairy cows and crossbred stock, amid general market activity and buyer turnout.
A bustling wool sale outlines firm buyer interest and rising prices across regions. Key buyers include H C Evans Yanco, Jas EC Turner Adelong, and John Mitchell Burrows, with notable gains in crossbred and Merino lots amid competitive bidding and seasonal demand.
An old advertisement promotes Pinkettes as a cure claiming relief without harmful effects. It touts a tasteless oval pill free from irritation and offers a trial sample through Wilkin Medicine Co or authorized dealers for one shilling.
Fragmentary report describes a district recreation event with winners named Viner Lincheodn and Voodlet, plus a Belgian minit reference dated 25. Readable names include Miller, Welcher Chere, and Gal Meeden. The text is garbled but indicates a school or league meet with participants and winners.
A large gathering in Somerton praised visitors from Tamidooth and other towns. Rev Wee Taylor and Mr HO Riad led the event at Mebediet Church with songs, a youth dialogue, and a cake donated by Miss MM Vides. Mrs Woolaston won a prize, and funds were raised for the Gelcan Fund.
The 1915 NEI report outlines Empire Day at Piallamore with programs for youth and adults. Schools, local societies, and dignitaries contributed performances, prizes, and speeches, highlighting community participation and charitable fundraising.
Prominent local effort in Waurral collected funds through a charity event after a festival day. Parents and citizens supported the sale of goods and donations, totaling £27 17s, with notable contributions from Mrs Hartley and Miss Evans aiding the mission.
Correspondent notes a community gathering at Gaerne Valley School to support the Belon band. Events included races, tossing, and exhibitions with 442 prizes won and numerous local volunteers aiding in setup, refreshments, and auctioning donated items.
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