All who formed part of the great world-wide Rotary movement must agree that the story of Its spread into 78 countries ...
Article : 531 wordsTasmania hat produced many champion athletes, but for consistency and versatility few pedestrians can approach the record of the popular New Town all-rounder Lionel Gillcy, who will again be a competitor at the Darwin Athletic Club's fourth annual carnival at ...
Article : 764 wordsWhen the fire brigades competitions were continued at Burnie last evening Carrum (Vic.) brigade added to the. laurels it gained on Saturday afternoon and evening by winning the two hose and ladder events. This gained for the team the Burnie Chamber of Commerce ...
Article : 743 wordsDAIRYING MEETING. — Mr. George Howey, of Victoria, a wellknown figure in the dairying industry, will address a meeting of ...
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Article : 124 wordsOn Saturday a flag competition was won by R. R. M'Ghie with 81-17-64. He finished on the 19th green. He was followed by B. ...
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Article : 871 wordsGRAND DANCE.—To-night, in the Forth Hall, aid Faye Marshall, Surf Girl candidate. Give this worUi-while appeal your support. ...
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Advocate (Burnie, Tas. : 1890 - 1954), Tue 24 Feb 1948, Page 4
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