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Clarence Town Courthouse Museum

Locality: Clarence Town, New South Wales

Phone: +61 401 188 849

Address: Cnr Grey and Prince Streets 2321 Clarence Town, NSW, Australia

Website: http://clarencetowncourthousemuseum.my-free.website

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25.01.2022 Wed 1 Dec 1920 The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954), page 11 THE RAIN Light to moderate rain, accompanied at many places by thunder, fell over the eastern half of the State during the 24 hours ended at... 9 a.m. yesterday. In some places the falls were heavy, especially over the central tablelands. Part of the North Coast also received beneficial falls, the best being at Clarence Town, where 100 points were recorded. At a number of places at 9a.m. it was still raining. See more

22.01.2022 As there is every chance we won't be having our Christmas Markets this year with everything that has happened we will be fundraising from afar. Keep a lookout for our guessing competition which will be guess how many candy canes are in the jar. We do hope to have raffle if we can get some prizes. Before you think Oh no! I can't get my yummy Christmas Cake, fear not you can place an order and I will still be making them. Cakes sell for $10 each. NOTE: Will only be taking orders until Dec 5th.

22.01.2022 Sat 20 Nov 1920 Another couple of papers announcing theat C. J. Trappel, Lonsdale, Clarence Town won 10. Paper were Northern Star (Lismore, NSW : 1876 - 1954), page 2 and The Daily Express (Wagga Wagga, NSW : 1919 - 1930), page 6.

21.01.2022 Sat 27 Nov 1920 The Kiama Independent, and Shoalhaven Advertiser (NSW : 1863 - 1947), page 4 was yet another paper announcing the winners of some sort of competition which includes C. J. Trappel. Lonsdale. Clarence Town winning 10 pounds. The Maitland Weekly Mercury (NSW : 1894 - 1931), page 2... DIOCESE OF NEWCASTLE A gathering of clergy took place in Newcastle, in attendance was C. F. Emery (Clarence Town). See more

17.01.2022 Tue 30 Nov 1920 Daily Observer (Tamworth, NSW : 1917 - 1920) Page 1 THE WEATHER... After about a week of very hot weather a welcome change occurred last evening, when a thunderstorm, passed over the district, resulting in a good downpour. Up to 9 a.m. to-day there were registered: Clarence Town 25. The same was reported in the following; The Daily Telegraph (Sydney, NSW : 1883 - 1930), page 9 and The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954), page 11. The Riverine Grazier (Hay, NSW : 1873 - 1954), page 4 is yet another paper announcing the winners of some sort of competition which includes C. J. Trappel. Lonsdale. Clarence Town winning 10 pounds. Dungog Chronicle : Durham and Gloucester Advertiser (NSW : 1894 - 1954) Page 2 ABOUT PEOPLE Mr J. Pearson, of Wangat, son of Mr James Pearson, Clarence Town, had the misfortune to injure his right arm when working at the mill. Page 4 Advert for Nat Smiths Daily Motor Lorry Service. The Maitland Daily Mercury (NSW : 1894 - 1939) Page 3 CATTLE STEALING CASE. As previously posted a case regarding cattle stealing in the area. As the article is rather long you can read it here - https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/127333206 Newcastle Morning Herald and Miners' Advocate (NSW : 1876 - 1954) Page 6 POLICE COURT Mr. G. Atkin. P.M., occupied the Beach at the West Maitland Police Court yesterday. Henry Norman McGinnity was committed for trial to the Maitland Quarter Sessions on a charge of cattle stealing at Clarence Town. Bail was allowed, self in 80, and one surety in 80.

16.01.2022 Selling. We have a Cue cabinet at the museum, which we don't need or have the room for. Selling for $50.

14.01.2022 Mon 22 Nov 1920 Papers around the country continue to announce that C. J. Trappel, Lonsdale, Clarence Town won 10 in their winners lists. Papers were "Daily Examiner (Grafton, NSW : 1915 - 1954), page 4" and " Warwick Daily News (Qld. : 1919 -1954) , page 4"

11.01.2022 I will have to post todays news from Trove tomorrow as I'm having loading issues with the page.

06.01.2022 Woops, I missed a few days. So here goes my catch up. Tue 23 Nov 1920 Dungog Chronicle : Durham and Gloucester Advertiser (NSW : 1894 - 1954) Page 2... FAREWELL TO MR AND MRS SHORT. At Clarence Town to-night (Tuesday) a farewell will be tendered and presentation made to Mr and Mrs A. Short, who are leaving that centre to take up residence in Sydney. The function will continue between the hours of 8 p.m. and 2 a.m. There will be a large attendance as Mr and Mrs Short enjoyed widespread popularity, and their departure is deeply regretted. (I wonder who Mr and Mrs Short were and what they did in the town?) CRICKET Dungog A's had a narrow win over Clarence Town on Saturday last, seven runs being the difference. J. Devine gave a good exhibition of hitting and compiled about half the total runs for his side. The following are the scores: Clarence Town. G. Trappel, c Lean, b Moore 13; L. Holmes, c and b Berry 0; J. Devine, c sub, b Berry 65; A. Izzard, lbw, b Moore 0; E. Dark, b Berry 6; W. Trappel, c Dark, b Berry 0; C. Trappel, b Moore 9; P. Trappel, b Moore 1; A. Short, b Berry 8; W. Preece, stpd Hodges, b Berry 3; C. Flannery, not out 1; sundries 6. Total 112. Bowling: R. Berry 6 for 51; W. Moore, 4 for 54. (all spelling is as was in the article) Page 4 Advert for Mr Nat Smith’s Daily Motor Lorry Service. Wed 24 Nov 1920 The Maitland Daily Mercury (NSW : 1894 - 1939) Page 6 POSTAL INFORMATION MAILS CLOSING AT 7 P.M. Largs, Woodville, Seaham. Glen Oak, Clarence Town (Mondays to Saturdays) . Daily Observer (Tamworth, NSW : 1917 - 1920) Page 6 C. J. Trappel. Lonsdale. Clarence Town (this is another announcement of Mr Trappel winning 10 pounds) Thu 25 Nov 1920 Toowoomba Chronicle (Qld. : 1917 - 1922) Page 3 Same as above on the 24th regarding Trappel.

04.01.2022 Fri 26 Nov 1920 Papers around the country continue to spread the news of the winners of some sort of competition which includes C. J. Trappel. Lonsdale. Clarence Town winning 10 pounds. The latest papers were The Richmond River Express and Casino Kyogle Advertiser (NSW : 1904 - 1929) page 6 and the Cootamundra Herald (NSW : 1877 - 1954) also page 6. Dungog Chronicle : Durham and Gloucester Advertiser (NSW : 1894 - 1954)... Page 2 CHURCH SERVICES. Rev G. H. Morling will conduct divine service at Thalaba 10. 30, Clarence Town 2.30, and Dungog 7.30 on Sunday next. ABSTRACT OF AUCTION D. Abbott and Co., at an early date, Mr J. Boyce's property at Hilldale, and Mr E. Mogensen's at Clarence Town. Page 5 Advert for Mr Smiths Motor Lorry Service.

04.01.2022 It's time for us to do some fundraising so we will be at IGA this Friday afternoon from 2pm. There will be a guess the candy canes in the Jar for $1 a guess and we will be selling raffle tickets at $1 a ticket. Prizes as follows; 1. Kambrook Blitz 2. Diamond Dotz kit 3. Food Hamper... 4. Pamper Gift Pack 5. Fabric Bag by Gypsy Stitches 6. Bakers delight Cake and Mince Pies 7. Gift Pack by Di Bennett 8. Handmade felt bowl By Tara Mann 9. 2 x Fabric bowls By Gypsy Stitches 10. Twister Picnic Blanket 11. 6 in 1 puzzle and What am I game 12. Toiletries bag By Gypsy Stitches See more

02.01.2022 Thu 2 Dec 1920 And so it continues the "Guyra Argus (NSW : 1902 - 1954), page 6" also listed the winners of some sort of competition which includes C. J. Trappel. Lonsdale. Clarence Town winning 10 pounds. The Maitland Daily Mercury (NSW : 1894 - 1939), page 6... MAILS CLOSING AT 7 P.M. Clarence Town (Mondays to Saturdays). The " Daily Observer (Tamworth, NSW : 1917 - 1920), page 2" and " The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954), page 11" both reported on the rainfall for Clarence Town over a 24 hour period as being 95 points.

01.01.2022 Mon 29 Nov 1920 The Newcastle Sun (NSW : 1918 - 1954) Page 5...Continue reading