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Newspaper
Tamworth Daily Observer
Location
Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 19, 1914
Page
6
Fragmentary OCR shows a mix of names, quantities, and product references with lines like Guy Fawkes and various vendors. Missing context prevents a coherent event, date, or location, though mentions of sales, stock lines, and specific items suggest a mercantile advertisement or auction notice from a bygone period.
A list of publicans renewal fees and licenses across Tamworth and surrounding inns and hotels. Names include Henry Samerton, Memes Country Hotel, Vatteraal's Hotel, Marine Street Norfolk Motel, and others with varying annual values and duties. The document catalogs establishments, locations, and monetary values tied to license renewals.
Corresponent reports on weather patterns and local conditions in Walcha. The piece mentions a Tuesday night event and ties to nearby towns, noting a general climate shift and community impact.
Fragmentary OCR notices for Garvin & Cousens Ltd Tamworth show references to dates and places with scattered personal names and activities. The legible items mention Lincoln, Wothet Ib, and a 26 year reference, but details are incomplete and unclear.
A writer recalls recent destruction from a major fire and notes rebuilding underway, including a new office on Fromentroat and a foundation laid by Mr O Connor. The Corps Christ feast was celebrated at St Patrick Convent with a procession of about 100 people, led by Rev Stulliny and ending with Benediction at the convent doorway.
An article highlights Dr Sheldon’s claimed influenza treatment reputed to ease symptoms and shorten illness. It mentions a price around nine dollars and describes patient reactions while noting skepticism from some veterans about effectiveness. The report cites unnamed observers and references Windward Beach as a location tied to the discovery.
Fragments describe a quickly disappearing child in Tamworth area. Names like Gene Lanne, Seiund, and Cha ign Cou Haag Cad appear in uncertain context. Police action and community concerns are noted without clear dates or locations.
A collage of household remedies and local notices shows “Good Cough Mixture” and a dental-like home remedy, plus church notices for upcoming services, farm listings, and small ads. The page includes addresses in Sydney and Tamworth, with multiple want ads for teachers and workers and legal public notices.
The fragment lists rewards for lost items and horses, plus notices about public lectures, church events, and upcoming auctions. It mentions a reward for information about two ponies, a public pound notice, and entries for stalls, hosiery, and a timber trade. Various merchants including BAIRD and The Reform Price Jeweller feature advertisements.
Amusements note Ison’s Theatre Royal features a Keystone laugh maker How Villlane Are Made with child performers and a runaway locomotive rescue sequence The Theatre Boys cancel Monday shows and promise Giant Creamentance Tuesday and Wednesday Auda Nielson returns in a celebrated drama A tale of devotion to a fatherland unfolds through performances
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