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Newspaper
The Areas Express
Location
Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 06, 1926
Page
3
The Georgetown Liberal Federation branch met Tuesday of last week with President J O Buchan chairing. W J Freebaire reported finances, noting strong membership and activity. Delegates announced district meetings, and a special train from Gladstone aided turnout. A farewell for Pastor Jas Gordon drew a large crowd with tributes from members and presentations, followed by a supper and musically noted thanks.
An advertisement touts Sander’s Extract produced under medical supervision. It claims standardisation before leaving the factory and brands the eucalyptus extract as a guarantor of quality and a remedy for coughs colds and influenza. It asserts daily use keeps infections at bay and aids digestion and energy.
Crystal Brook held a farewell gathering for Mr and Mrs Deer with tributes from local figures including P O Shaughnessy and A McDonald. A token gift, supper, and old time dancing followed, then a surprise party for the couple. A Remembrance sermon and a lively literary debate filled the later hours.
Georgetown defeated Gladstone 42 points in a fast, well played semi final at Jamestown. The blue and whites showed superior ground work and forward pairing led by Cyril Page and Jack Page while Haylock Reichstein and Read shone for Gladstone though unable to breach Georgetown’s defense. Umpire Horne of Koongala earned praise for quick decisions.
Georgetown defeats Gladstone 8 goals 8 behinds to 3 goals 6 behinds as Page brothers lead scoring with C Page five goals. Read, Haylock, Reichstein and Fuss also standouts for Georgetown while Thomson and Fogarty shore up Gladstone’s defense. Gate receipts total £34 15s with about 700 in attendance.
The report lauds Georgetown's strong play in a semi final at Crystal Brook with many players praised for solid form. It notes Jamestown’s narrow loss and lists premiership standings with Crysta l Brook and Gladstone among top teams.
The two matchups feature Crystal Brook led by Captain McDonald and Jamestown with a special train, both set for the Georgetown semi final. Flinders Association results highlight Whrabers beating Hosloran and Wirrabara squads advancing in A and B grades with umpire praise for Dumps Fuller.
The Automobile Association announces a touring officer, Mr T Facey, with guide, will pass through Gladstone on a West Coast District tour. The visit aims to signpost the Perth overland route, study road conditions, and explore opportunities to extend A A activities in midland and lower port districts. Members may interview the officer for local advice during the dates listed in the paper.
Wirrabara News reports the Wirratarea Institute annual meeting on July 2 with larger attendance. Dr. J Hammill elected President. A. M. Mahood and F. D. Manning as vice presidents. L. W. Bogg honorary secretary. committee members listed. Receipts £269 15/9, expenditures £296 2/10 due to electric light, cinema house, and Place of Public Amusement Act costs. Linoleum library floor, new magazine covers, 76 new books, borrowing system renewed. Wattle Day Ball deemed a success.
Dance at the turning on of the electric light marked a festive evening with Mrs Barbary and a committee appeal for funds to build a new kitchen and retiring rooms. The library reported 1361 books, 21 magazines, 3930 issue to members, and a 5 member growth to 79 total. Substantial subsidies rose to £42, social events included 19 picture shows and 33 dances, plus seven notable engagements. The annual Liberal Federation musical branch meeting re-elected officers and planned district representation and a possible visit by the Opposition Leader.
In insolvency proceedings before Ur D Scott three matters were adjourned. The court set first hearing in re Henry A King of Port Pirie and adjourned final hearing for Wm H McQuire of Melroge Patrick J Madigan of Spalding and Manolis Tsimpsidis of Port Pirie to the next court day.
A July 22 euchre tournament at Gladstone Institute Hall hosted by St. Peter's Church drew large crowds. Miss Dolly Norman and Mr. M Meaney won the tournament while Mrs. M Howard and Mr. W Leesue received booby prizes. Dancing followed with piano and violin music by F Jeffery and W Kranz. A library supper was served under convenor Mrs. M Meaney. The event raised about £12 with Miss Annie Meaney handling secretarial duties.
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