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Newspaper
The Areas Express
Location
Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 26, 1923
Page
3
On Monday a delivery to Mesers Collins from Gladstons went awry when a dray toppled, injuring Mr Sekdane who was transporting stud rams to the legal stockyard. He received medical attention and was moved to 23 conveyed for care. The incident occurred near Lake Hill and a crowd gathered as the accident ended.
The council debated a correspondence report and a financial message at a prior session. It was resolved that the Northern Council’s approval be sought and notice of motion set for a future date, with the next meeting moved to Wednesday from Friday.
In a plea to readers, the Gladstone Ornamental Grounds committee asks townspeople to back Tresylva and Ewart Grounds with cash and labor to preserve a local beauty spot. Contemplating a caretaker wage and ongoing improvements, the letter urges unity as the continental event approaches and calls for help from all quarters to sustain the park for the young and old.
The annual continental concert at Treeylvn Park Gladatone sets for Monday evening the 29th to raise funds for park improvements. Leading Pirie artists perform with local talent donating services. lighting by W L Evne will enhance a sparkling show. Admission is Adults 1/2, Children 6d. rain plan is Town Hall.
Advice urges residents to protect and promote their town by welcoming outsiders, supporting public officers, and prioritizing the common good over individual gain. The piece emphasizes helping the community thrive and avoiding deceit in local institutions.
Sporting news lists January and February fixtures for multiple clubs across Adelaide and South Australia. It notes Georgetown Racing Club’s March Meeting with six events and closing nominations, plus results from the Gawler Meeting and commentary on cricket, coaching appointments, and upcoming Eudunda and Adelaide meetings with named horses and contenders.
Frome meeting features horses such as Flying-Missel and Baron Rose in hardles and plates. At Malvern the races include Silver Heart of Lord Saxon and Grecian Queen in stake events with Scotty’s Daughter noted in the novice plate.
Friends report Billy McLeod making satisfactory progress after a serious accident. A fire north of the town destroyed dry brush but prevented greater danger. Local farmers plan sales in February as several prominent residents prepare to retire. Weather improves after heat, bringing hopeful relief to residents. Caltowie notes a bread-lorry fire injuring no one, an inquest deemed unnecessary, and cricket and tennis events scheduled for March and Monday activities with tea for attendees.
A garbled ad listing horticultural products including flower seeds vegetable seeds garden tools insecticides bird seeds manures and garden foods. It mentions hedges plants palms and various seed offerings with terms suggesting up-to-date horticultural supplies and services.
The West Australian Young Australia League delegation arrived in Port Pirie Monday, paraded the streets, and were welcomed at the Town Hall by Mayor J. C. Fitzgerald. The visit supported a memorial hall fund, showcased patriotic work, and included tours of local facilities before departing Wednesday for Jamestown en route to Western Australia.
A practice match conducted by the Port Pirie Rifle Club on Saturday tested shooters at 600 and 800 yards. Scores show competitors including Jose, Cameron, Sampson, Wenzel, Burt, Stepherts, Wilson, Warne, and Gerblich, with varied results across the distances and shooters.
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