Georgetown Rain Delights Countryfolk After Ball Night
A soaking rain on Tuesday failed to dampen spirits as Georgetown residents faced showers along the Adelaide route. The Golf Club Ball despite wet weather drew a good crowd with autumn themed decor, a Port Pirie orchestra, and a substantial supper. Local committee members led by Miss L Page organized the event with many attendees from Gladstone and Adelaide areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelaide
Georgetown
Port Pirie
Horace Freeman
L Page
EB. Odgers
Ivy Inglis
Greta Bond
Kath Miller
K. Inglis
Joyce Smellacombe
W. Odgers
W. Odgers, President and Mrs. Odgers, Mr. R. V. E. Roeger
P. R. Smallacombe
S. Nancarrow
O'Shea
Dr. Ray
Boucaut
W. J. Freebairn
J. Bond
Misees E. King
I. Mumford
R. Inelie
H. Bannon
Gladstone Notables Visit Adelaide and District
Local figures including Messrs May and Thomas of Gladstone drove to Adelaide to watch the Interstate football match. A H Dalziel RS L secretary visited Gladstone, with MPs Nicholls and Lyons attending a reunion banquet. C Fisher, fresh from Parkes, was welcomed back, and Chook, former Gladstone football star, returned to Parkes. M Cranz of the Gladstone Coursing Club has pleurisy but improving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
May
W. G. A. Thomas
Gladstone
Adelaide
A. H. Dalziel
R.S.L
J. F. Dowling
Menars
R. D. Nicholls
J. A. Lyons
J. H. Sargent
M. Cranz
Gladstone Coursing Club
Novelty dances lead prize winners at city program
The programme featured numerous dances with partners listed, and prizes awarded to Lucky Spot Waltz won by Miss EB and Mr. J Angley, Monte Carlo Waltz to Miss L Phillis and Mr. R Sullivan, and Lucky Cap Waltz to Miss M Travers and Mr. W Bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. McAuley
L. McAuley
R. B. Vaughton
C. Page
R. King
M. King
T. Noonan
L. Noonan
M. Cunningham
T. O’brien
L. Millard
J. Page
Gladstone
Mesers
D. Fuss
D. Travers
H. Duffield
P. Schapel
C.B
D. Weston
J. Inglis
H. Br
Anole’s Aunty Amy Aimes Celebrates Sixty Years
Anole’s Aunty Amy Aimes marked sixty years of marriage with stormy and sunny times. The couple shared laughter and tears in a long life attended by family and friends.
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Anole
Amy Aimes
Racing Notes Euramis Pontificates On Peterborough Races
Tattersalls Ron day results list Welter divisions with Sibalys Outram Turmoil Oberon Moonspot Gig Marco and other top picks. Stewart wins the novice race at Peterborough with Dame and Spinifex takes the Peterborough Handicap. Trainer J Easter guides Stewart. Spinifex trained by Leesue. Crystal Brook meeting noted for strong entry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peterborough
N. P. Travers
Stewart
N Dame
Crystal Brook
J. Easter
Gladstone
Rerecently
Cooowie
M. Leesue
J. Leesue
Gawler
Spinifex
Euramic
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Rainfall table from 1893 to 1928 with monthly totals
Historical rainfall data list showing yearly totals and monthly rainfall figures from 1893 through 1928. The record includes partial entries for several years and monthly sums in inches, ending with total annual rainfall figures.
Gladstone Unemployed Fund Donations Report
Donations received for the Gladstone Unemployed Fund include entries tied to individuals such as A.B.C. and W. L. Palmer. The list appears fragmented with unclear dates and amounts, indicating multiple contributions to support unemployment relief in Gladstone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wieseon
A.B.C
W. L. Palmer
Texaco and Californian Petroleum Plan Merger
Announced consolidation of Texas Company and Californian Petroleum Corporation will create a unified group with crude reserves and refining capacity expanding Texaco’s reach. Combined assets approach £113.1 million with market value near £92.6 thousand. Texas and Californian holdings include substantial British Empire share ownership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas Corporation
Californian Petroleum Corporation
Californian Petroleum Company
Pacific Coast Territory
Australia
New Zealand
Texas Company
Texaco
Well-bred cows outperform ill bred cattle in feed use
The article argues that kissing a pretty girl does not cure headaches and mocks claims by advocates of well bred cattle who eat less. It emphasizes that well bred cows actually consume large quantities efficiently, while ill bred cows waste feed from a dairyman’s perspective.
Gladstone Gears Up as Town Improves and Expands
Gladstone progresses as a railway junction in South Australia’s Beetaloo Valley area. New Shell and Vacuum Oil depots rise as confidence grows. R A Humphris and F C Grubb boost Main Street with shops and a cordial factory. Megara Butter Factory adds volumes of cream, while Eley’s Blacksmiths expands. A new Roman Catholic church costs over £3000, and council plans concrete kerbing and road upgrades. A Bank of Australasia branch opens, signaling continued investment in the district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gladstone
Lower North
South Australia
Beetaloo
Shell Company of Australia
Main $1
Vacuum Oil Company
Shell Company
R. A. Humphris
F.C. Grubb
Adelaide
Cross Street
Megara
R. J. Finlayson
John Eley
N. C. H. Hewett
A. Winter
Gladstone Town
Cross
Fifth
Port Street
Gladstone Street
Bank of Australasia
W. H. Deeble
Main Street
Football fixtures set for Saturday in Crystal Brook and Laura
Crystal Brook hosts Gladstone while Laura visits Georgetown and Townsville notes Town off. Gladstone lineup features J M Read as captain with A Travers vice, plus Atkins Bergin Coleman and others. Crystal Brook lists T O Loughlin captain with L Freebairo vice and a full supporting squad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crystal Brook
Gladstone
Laura
Georgetown
the Brook
Jamestown
R. Thomson
W. Yates
L. Magda
J. Harris
D. McDonald
B. MclIntosh
W. Forgan
G. Berry
J. Murray
J. O'Loughlin
R. Pavy
J. O'Shaughnessy
F. Higging
J. Kiley
Gladstone News Highlights New School and Local Sports
Government promises lead to July calls for teachers to establish a new school on a site near Tresylva Park. Gladstone High School reports record enrollment while the old Primary School is repurposed for lessons. Local facilities include croquet, golf, and a growing bowls club proposed near Soldiers' Memorial Hall. Junior cricket and football teams top last season, with tennis courts opened and Southern Flinders games played.
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Gladstone
Tresylva Park
Soldiers’ Memorial
Golf Club
Adelaide
Northern Areas Football Association
Wooda Great Peppermint Cure Aids Coughs and Colds
An old advertisement highlights Wooda Great Peppermint Cure as first aid for coughs colds and influenza. The pitch emphasizes quick relief and everyday use.
Crystal Brook Dance and Anniversary Spin Through Local Social Scene
June 12 dances drew crowds despite rain at Crystal Brook hall. Mr Schapel led proceedings with Mrs Ogilvie’s orchestra providing lively music. A 25th wedding anniversary for Mr and Mrs Nicals featured a surprise party, romantic toasts, and a “Flower Wedding” competition. Local social afternoons, including Croquet Club events, pack the calendar with music, cards, and singing.
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Terpsichore
Schapel
Mrs. Corry
Mrs. White Mre
D. Trimmer
Mesdames
H. Roberta
C. Tucker
D. Forgan
Maynard
C. J. Lucas
Thompson
D. Rabbitt
G. Melville
HE. Young
E. and
P. Green
B. Young
L. Clarke
W. Palmers
Messrs
P. Schapel
M. Gellert
P. Hayes
W. White
I. Kiely
H. Clinton
T. Dunsford
J. Wilkin
A. B. Sinclair
J. Beer
D. Murdock
Armour
Croquet Club
G. Rowe
Gladstone Sub-Branch Social and Waterloo Anniversary Recap
The Gladstone sub-branch held a Saturday night gathering with eight sub branches, officers, and the state secretary Mr Dalziel. The feature included songs, speeches, and a Cross of Remembrance lighting. the event highlighted hospitality and robust turnout with notable humor from Mr Butler and Mr Harslett. The piece then recalls Napoleon Bonaparte’s 1815 Waterloo battle, noting Grouchy’s supposed overeating that allegedly influenced the outcome and the pivotal clash between Napoleon and Wellington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gladstone
Dalziel
Nichols
Lyons M’s.p
C. P. Butler
Turkey
Zoteaux
Bob” Harslett
Mr. Butler
Bro’ Edwards
Quarty
Waterloo
Bonaparte
Wellington
Grouchy
Napoleon
Blucher
Walham
First aid for coughs and colds by Wooda Great Peppermint Gure
This note outlines basic remedies for coughs colds and influenza and cites Wooda Great Peppermint Gure as a reference. It emphasizes rest fluids and simple home care strategies.
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R. Clark
Ford
E. J. Humphris
Racing Notes
Euramis
Tattersalls
Ron
Welter
Sibalys Or
Outram
Hurdies—Longworthy Or
Lord Hatan
Windsor
Turmoil
Miltone
Rose OF
Danny
Marco
Jly
Gladstone Unemployed Fund
H. T. Harslett
Tourer
Dodge Brothers
Waymouth Motor Company Ltd
Waymouth Street
Northern Areas Association
Social
H. J. Claridge
W. Abell
W. Robinson
R. Cornish
Nicass
Nicasa
J. R. R. Cornish
J. Ogilvie
Miss Young
Jack Ogilvie
Odds and
A. Head
Diggers
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