Grosvenor Named Sole Agent for Echo Taralga
Special notice designates MF J Grosvenor as sole distributing agent for the Echo in Taralga. He will handle regular deliveries by post and accept advertisements for insertion with receipts as discharge. Ads for Saturday issues must be lodged by Thursday afternoon at 4 Goulburn Street Crookwell. casual rate is 3 shillings per inch per insertion.
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J. Grosvenor
Wew
Taralga
Grosvenor
I A Taralge
ECHO
Local gales influence sales at satisfactory prices
During the week several gales have been effected locally at satisfactory prices. Several owners prefer to sell at home rather than face the market after the experience of last year.
Accident Near Laggan Road Involving Mr Fitzgibbon
Mr F Fitzgibbon of Bonnie Doon Laggan Road was returning home from Turul ga butter factory when the horse bolted while closing a gate. The rider appears to have fallen and sustained injuries but is expected to recover and be about again in a few days.
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Turulga
F. Fitzgibbon
T. L. Fitzgibbon
Bonnie Doon
Laggan Road
Tee
Dietanes
Earl Probatbe
Wistows
Ubout
Lands resume for soldiers on Bolong Estate under lease
The Lands Department informs Mr Lyeught that part of Bolong Estate will be resumed for him and four other returned soldiers. A general decision on land resumption for clever delim ment is under consideration. You will be informed once a decision is reached. Under Secretary Flopting signs the notice.
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Lyeught
Wollondilly
Messrs
W. Chambers
Willams
Lage
Bolong
Flopting
Police Court renewals and fines in breach cases
Several defendants were fined the minimum for breach of motor or regulations for not renewing expired licenses. One defendant for drunkenness was fined 3 pounds and costs. Auctioneers Clos, Bradbury, W. A. Bradbury, J. Grosvenor, Vic Challier and W. M. Fitzgibbon granted renewals. For breaching the Industrial Arbitration Act a defendant was fined £1 1s and costs. In another case for breach of the award a defendant was fined the minimum and costs allowed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clos, Bradbury
W. A. Bradbury
J. Grosvenor
Vic Challier
W. M. Fitzgibbon
Where do flies go to in winter sources say
Readable text explains flies hatch in filth and enter homes when precautions fail. It notes warm weather, waste, manure, and food contamination as factors. Prevention methods include cleanliness in fowl houses, use of lime solution, borax, powdered sulfur, and safe fly traps. Looks like a period health advisory.
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Xelin
Corby and council candidates address Taralga voters
Theodore Corby spoke at the Federal Hall Taralga addressing ratepayers on shire affairs. He challenged Back Seat over alleged attacks and outlined road repairs creek culvert safety and gravel use. Fellow councillors Walsh and Bradbury urged ratepayer support and discussed valuation and Taralga lighting.
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Theodore Corby
Mulwaree Shire
Federal Hall
Taralga
Taralga Progress Association Holds Meeting on Railway Plans
The Taralga Progress Association met Wednesday night to discuss town and district issues. A sub committee was formed to visit the local railway station and push minor additions for convenience. The secretary was asked to contact the Southern Area Commissioner to fix a probable date for the official opening once the Construction Branch handover occurs.
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Vielt
Progress Association
Taralga
Tennis Match At The Pines Club Ends In Narrow Margin
A tennis encounter at The Pines Tennis Club Sunday ended with a small margin. Details are unavailable due to incomplete scoring and unclear notes.
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Toalyo
Weather Recovery After Week of Rain Boosts Shearing
Rainfall in the past week hindered work but improves now as shearing resumes in full swing. The downpour delayed operations, yet favorable conditions return guiding farmers to proceed with shearing activities.
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Han
Lost River Diamond Mines Progress Report
The Lost River Diamond Mines Limited reports unverified but steady progress in the disposal phase. Management states good progress is being made and a move toward a notable milestone is expected soon.
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Lost River
Lost River Diamond Mines Limited
Canberra Parliament In Transit Delays To Move
Canberra not ready for the new Parliament with writs returnable by December 14. Expect a next meeting at Canberra, but Parliament House and staff housing not finished by January. Some predict June move. others expect Melbourne longer into next year.
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Canberra
Parliament House
Fighlf
Federal Capital Commission
Butters
Melbourne
Second Hand Cars and Bargains in Sydney Trade
A Motor News feature notes many second-hand vehicles available in Sydney with bargains at £100 to £160. It warns buyers that most dealers offer little more than working order guarantees and stresses careful judging, especially as women buyers influence trade by selling older cars for newer models. It also cautions against expecting Rolls Royce quality at low prices.
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Sydney
Iit
Rolla. Royce
Snake bite saves life of Baldry boy
An eight year old boy from Baldry was bitten on the leg by a snake at home. His brother, ten, tied and scarified the wound and applied crystals before contacting the postmaster and parents. The boy was driven to a doctor and fully recovered. The quick actions of the brother saved his life.
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C. Hodges
Baldry
Cumnock
Te Bas Pow
Committee plans for forthcoming show and traffic changes
A committee of the Aralga A P and H x Society reports a representative meeting. They have increased prize money, addressed motor traffic, and planned alterations including moving the publican’s booth to the hillside to improve traffic flow. Minor improvements are also planned to ensure the show outshines its predecessors.
Laggan Weather Brings Joy and Church Planning Amid Rain
Over three inches of rain across Laggan last week boosted pasture growth and promises a 25 percent better harvest. The rain slowed sheep shearing and sparked concern for infant illnesses. Preparations for the new Catholic Church opening on New Year’s Day proceed with Dr Barry to perform the ceremony and crown the Queen-elert at 3 30. A card party for Laggan Queen drew about one hundred attendees, with C B McDonald Mont Sellin and Albert Glanville aiding, and Mrs C G Harvey winning the ladies prize and Mr Pat Carolan the gentlemen’s.
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Barry
Elert
Bob
Sprat
Crookwell
Hell
Messie
C. B. McDonald
Mont. E Sellin
Albert Glanville
C. G. Harvey
Pat Carolan
Water Supply Debate Casts Light on Sutherland Shire Election
A letter from T Heslop president of the Grand Council Progress Association urges voters in Cronulla and Sutherland Shire to back the Lower Woronora Scheme over the proposed water supply plan. It argues the proposed 2d in the pound rate is untenable and calls for a full audit and transparent balance sheets. It names candidates in Riding A B and C and appeals to country owner ratepayers to vote for nine listed allies.
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T. Heslop
Grand Council Progress Association
Sutherland Shire
Cronulla
Sutherland
Shire
Woronora
Great White Train Exhibition Tour Debuts in Australia
The Great White Train, a thousand foot long display weighing about one thousand tons, boasts Australian-made construction from rear buffers to engine nose. The massive engine is the largest in the Commonwealth, built for Walsh Island. Exhibition coaches promise to reveal Australia’s factory output and the peace theme marks its departure on Armistice anniversary per Peter Board’s remarks.
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Commonwealth
Walsh Fland
Australia
Peter Board
Ita
Queen Mother Alexandra Dies at Sandringham
The Queen Mother Alexandra widow of King Edward VII died at Sandringham Castle after a heart attack. Obsequies began with a quiet service at Sandringham Church followed by public wreaths and tributes from around the world.
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Queen Alexandra
Sandringham Cestle
Queen Mother
Edward VII
Darling Mother
George
Mary
Toris
Nothing Occupation Youth Kept In Court Dock
A youth in the Ife local polls court dock answered when asked his occupation that he did nothing. The Express notes it as a tragedy in one word describing a derelict on life’s ocean. The report mirrors somber reflections on idleness.
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Ife
Polles Court
Cessnork “Express
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Goodhew Bros
General Importers
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Mr. Williams
P.M
Ake
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Southern Morning Herald
Mr. Corby
Taraigo
Corby
Turalga
J. Walsh
Bradbury
Wedesaday
Laggan
Ds. Cooper
J. Cramp
Water Board
Heden, Rowe, Shaw
Gillespie
Iamac
Marshall
Heslop
Hagan
Stapleton
Sandringham Church
George Thompson
Willatook
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