Messrs. Deacon & Co. Report conducting their monthly cattle sale on Friday, 28th February. 100 head of mixed Cattle were yarded and competition was keen for Dairy and Fat Cattle, Dairy Cows and Calves realised £38/15/- to £37. Dairy Heifers with Calves £36/5/- to £34. Dairy Bulls £36/10/- to £33. Tinner Cows £15/10/- to £17/17/-.
Allora's Past-25 Years ago. March 1983.
FARM FACTS from the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Did you know that for every man, woman and child in Australia there are approximately
9 sheep. 3 chickens. 1¾ head of cattle. 1/6th of a pig?
Allora's Past-100 years ago. April 1908.
PROPOSED NEW POST OFFICE
The Deputy Postmaster has communicated with the Allora Postmaster to the effect he would be pleased to meet the Mayor, the president of the Allora Progress Association and others in the erection of a new post office.
ANNUAL LICENSING COURT April 1908
The adjourned annual Licensing Court had been held before Messrs. P. Donovan and W. Whitman. J’s. P., when the renewal of licenses were granted to P.R. Kilmister (Commercial Hotel), J. E. Flynn (Royal Hotel), Mrs. S.E. Clarke (Princess of Wales Hotel), L. O’Callaghan (Tattersall’s Hotel), Miss. H. Gallagher (Railway Hotel), Thomas Collins (Club Hotel), and John Warfield (Railway Hotel, Hendon). Renewal of Billiards License was granted to E. H. Neilsen.
Allora's Past. 75 years ago. April 1933.
RENEWAL OF LICENSES
Licensing Court sat at Warwick and renewed victuallers’ licenses were granted in the following instances:- Allora: Commercial Hotel (John Dodd); Princess of Wales Hotel (Sarah Eleanor Clarke): Royal Hotel (Mary Josephine McKendry). In the case of the Hendon Railway Hotel (Arthur Martin Masters) and the Allora Railway Hotel (Margaret O’Shea), the applications were adjourned to enable necessary alterations and repairs to be carried out as required by the Licensing and Health Inspectors. Reporting on the Hendon Hotel the Licensing Inspector said that it was required that the existing hotel be demolished and new premises erected. A billiards license was granted to Robert William Brown (Allora).
Allora's Past-100 Years ago, April 1908.
CRICKET.
The Talgai West and Allora teams played a match on the former’s pitch on Saturday, the visitors winning on the first innings by 87 runs. Allora batted first and made 165: Deller 20, Bell 26, Winfield 17, Mardon 8, H. Bourne 15, G.C. Clark 37, G. Black 4, R. Bourne 20, P. Gordon 10. Talgai West compiled 78: J. Buckley 12, J. Rynne 15, Carter 18, Mason 9, J. Dare 9. The Allora team has shown great prowess during the current season, and has proven to be a tough proposition to tackle on several occasions.
TO FROST A WINDOW
Dissolve in a little hot water as much Epsom Salts as the water will absorb, and paint this over the inside of the glass. You will have a fair imitation of ground glass.
Allora's Past-75 Years ago, April 1933.
DANCE
In aid Glengallon Church of England. Saturday April 22.
Mr. H.A. Huston’s barn, Mount Marshall.
Admission: 2/-. Ladies 1/-.
Allora's Past-50 Years ago. April 1958
St. Matthew’s church of England, Spring Creek.
The descendants of Charles Gillam, pioneer and warden 1866-98, and relatives of Charles Young Gillam, are cordially invited to attend the dedication service of the memorial gates erected in their memory at the above church at 10 a.m. On Sunday, April 20th. 1958.
(Now at St. David’s Church, Allora).
Allora's Past-100 years ago, April 1908.
BOLT IN MAIN STREET.
A pony attached to a sulky, both the property of H.J. Roush, had bolted down the main street. The unsuccessful negotiation of a post after the first few yards left the sulky a tangled wreck, but the pony continued it’s mad career, burdened only by it’s harness and shafts. It galloped along mostly under the awnings, but was stopped near the A.J.S. Bank, where it made a deposit.
Allora's Past- 75 years ago, April 1933.
Modern and Old Time Dance
In Allora State School
Friday, May 12. In aid of school funds. Miss Cowley at piano. Cards for non-dancers.
Admission 2/-. Children 1/-.
Allora's Past- 50 years ago, April 1958.
Q.C.W.A. (Allora Branch)
Mrs. A. Berry, President of the Associated Country Women of the World, intends visiting branches in the Border Division and members and friends of the Allora Branch are cordially invited to Morning Tea at the Rest Rooms on Wednesday, 23rd April, at 10 a.m.
An address will be given by Mrs. Berry. F.E. Pitkin, Hon. Sec.
Allora's Past-100 years ago, April 1908.
NEW GLENGALLAN MAIL.
A new mail service had been inaugurated between Allora and Glengallan (Mount Marshall). The mailman left Allora early every Wednesday and Saturday morning, and at the Mount Marshall post office met and exchanged mails with the mailman from the Warwick end.
Allora's Past- 75 years ago, April 1933.
PILTON TENNIS CLUB
MAD HATTER’S AND MASK BALL
PILTON HALL. FRIDAY MAY 5.
Prizes for maddest ladies’ and men’s hats.
Obrien’s (Warwick) Orchestra.. ADMISSION: Gentlemen 3/3. Ladies 2/-.
W. Bell., Secretary.
Allora's Past- 50 years ago, April 1958.
LOCAL MARKET REPORTS
Messrs. Deacon & Co. Report conducting their Monthly Cattle Sale on Monday, 21st April. 80 head of mixed cattle were yarded. Dairy Heifers realised £27/10/- to £34/15/-. Bulls £45/17/6 to £48. Light Bulls £28/17/6. Pen Beefy Steers £30/5/-. Pen Plain Steers £23/10/-. Fat Cows £28/15/- to £29/12/6. Plain Cows £14/7/6 to £24/17/6. Pen Black Pole Hfrs. £15/17/6. Small Heiffers £11/3/-.
GROCERY SPECIALS THIS WEEK- K.R. Camp Pie usually 1/10½,(0ne shilling and ten pence halfpenny) now 1/8 tin.
Allora's Past-100 years ago, May 6. 1908
GOLD FROM PRATTEN
From a crushing of 12 tons of quartz was taken from the Deaf Cat United claim at Pratten a slab of retorted gold weighing 24oz. 15dwts., the property of the claim holders. Messrs. Mallet, Collins and Mills. As the last price paid for standard gold was £6/16/- per ounce this represents a total of about £150.
Allora's Past-75 Years ago, May 6. 1933.
Allora Shire Council
DINGO DESTRUCTION
It is notified for information that the above Council is co-operating with the Lands Administration Board during the months of May through to August, for the destruction of dingo’s in the Shire area. Bonus, 3/- per scalp, which shall be portion of the skin of the head, with both ears and a strip down the back to the tail attached. Baits available at 6d. Per dozen.
By Direction, A. Hamilton, Shire Clerk. Council Chambers, May 4.
Allora's Past-50 Years ago, May 1.1958.
£15 PRIZE £15
6 Handed Euchre Tournament
First Prize £15 Second Prize £3
Third Prize 30/- Games 30/-.
To be held at St. Michael's Hall, Clifton
On Tuesday Night, 13th May, 8.30 p.m.
N. McGovern, Organiser.
Allora's Past-25 Years ago, May 5, 1983.
C.W.A. INTERNATIONAL AFTERNOON, 1.30 p.m., Thursday, 12th May, Community Hall.
Display of School Children's posters of Brazil--Mini cent sale, etc.- Afternoon Tea.
Admission $1.00. Entitles to 1 sheet cent sale tickets.
Allora's Past- 100 Years Ago. May 6th., 1908.
Downs Coursing Club
Officers had been elected at the annual meeting of the Darling Downs Coursing Club, as follows:--Patron, Mr. G. C. Clark; president, Mr. T. C. Davies; treasurer, Mr. P. Coll; secretary, Mr. Joseph Burge. The club’s financial position was stated to have been better than for many years past.
Masonic Ball Success
The Protestant Hall had been converted into a veritable fairy bower for the grand ball organised by the Hope Masonic Lodge in which all brethren took part in full regalia.. Following this, the Worshipful Master (Bro. G.W. F. Banks) made all welcome in a few appropriate remarks.
Allora's past- 75 Years ago. May 6th., 1933.
ALLORA RIFLE CLUB. OLD TIME AND JAZZ DANCE
Central Hall. Tuesday June 20
Cowley’s Orchestra: Admission 2/6, Ladies 2/-.
Allora's Past-50 Years ago. May 1st. 1958.
RED CROSS SOCIETY
Annual Appeal
May is Red Cross Appeal Month. We ask for your assistance to fill our quota of £120. Please remember all Red Cross Services to the public and make a donation to our appeal.
Donations will be acknowledged through these columns. M. Deacon, Hon. Sec.
Allora's Past-25 Years Ago. May5th. 1983.
FULL MEETING--ALLORA COMMUNITY CHOIR
Wednesday, 11th May, Community Hall, 7.30 p.m.
Allora's Past-100 years ago, May 13 1908.
A Unique Marriage
An inmate of the Castlemaine Benevolent Asylum (Victoria) aged 86 years, and an old pension recipient, aged 76 years, had made arrangements to get married (said a Melbourne message). The authorities were endeavouring to thwart their intention by forbidding the woman visiting the bridegroom elect.
Allora's Past-75 years ago, May 1933
Allora Talkies
Saturday May 13
"I am a fugitive from a chain gang"....Paul Muni
"A House Divided"…………....Walter Huston
Cinesound Review……….....English Gazette
Special for Wednesday, May 17
"The Millionaire"……George Arliss
A powerful drama by a Great Artist.
"Texas Badman"………...Tom Mix
Saturday May 20
Radio Patrol…………....June Clyde
They Call It Sin……..Loretta Young
Cinesound Review……..English Gazette.
Allora's Past-50 years ago, May 1958
LEGACY APPEAL
The Annual Legacy Appeal for funds is being held this month.
4WK Warwick will broadcast a full day Legacy Live Artist Programme on Sunday, 25th May from 8 a.m. To 7.30 p.m.
Allora and Talgai West School Choirs will be heard during the afternoon.
All donations will be acknowledged over the air.
REMEMBER all donations are deducted from Income Tax.
Allora's Past-100 years ago May 20 1908.
ALLORA SHOW CONTINUED
After a succession of postponements, the Allora Show Society succeeded in completing it’s ring events under favourable conditions. An interesting interlude occurred when Broncho, a buckjumping horse, was ridden to a standstill by Norman Campbell, an aboriginal, after careering around the ring. At night the Musical Union held an enjoyable concert, two thirds of the proceeds being donated to the show society.
Allora's Past-75 years ago May 20 1933.
WATER CHANNEL’S CLEANED
One of the first decisions of the new Allora Shire Council –that of cleaning out the principal water channel’s in the town area-has been carried into effect, and the task is almost completed by the grader and the day gang. In most streets the channels were completely overgrown with weeds, but the grader removed the rubbish effectively. Eventually the local authority must face the question of permanent efficient drainage for the town.
Royal Society of St. George
Allora Branch
The annual meeting of the above branch will be held in the Shire Hall on Friday; May 26, at 8 p.m. Members and intending members are especially requested to be present.
C. Lickiss, Hon. Secretary.
Allora's Past- 50 years ago May 1958.
TENNIS EXHIBITION
At St. David's Court at 7 p.m. On Tuesday night May 20th.
TREVOR FANCUTT, former South African Davis Cup Player.
FRANK GORMAN, Australian and Queensland Junior Champion 1957.
Local Players also participating.
Special Tuesday Afternoon...Exhibition at 3.30 p.m. on Fitness Courts for children.
Allora's past-100 years ago, May 1908.
LAWN TENNIS AT ALLORA
A team from the newly formed Spring Creek Tennis Club had tried conclusions with the Allora Club, the latter winning by 55 games to 26.
Allora's past-75 years ago, May 1933.
CONCRETE CURBING
Recommendations by the overseer that footpaths in the main street be improved were adopted by the Town Council meeting on Tuesday, and the work has since been commenced. The improvements will include concrete curbing for 80 feet near the Central Hall, and similar work 110 feet in length in front of the premises occupied by Messrs. W.H. Cross, A.R. Cunnington, and J. Woolley. The existing timber curbing in other parts of the main street are to be straightened, and replaced where necessary.
Allora's past-50 years ago, May 1958.
Allora Methodist Sunday School Anniversary
Sunday, 25th May, at 2.30 p.m.
Special items by the children. ALL WELCOME.
Allora's Past-100 years ago, June 1908.
Show Society Meets
At a meeting of the Central Downs A & H Association, a communication was received from Mr. R.M.W. Gordon enclosing a cheque for £10/9/1 representing two thirds of the nett profit from a concert given by the Musical Union.
Allora's Past-75 years ago, June 1933.
HENDON ROBBERY
RAILWAY OFFICE FORCED-ATTEMPT TO BLOW THE SAFE FAILED.
Thieves who entered the Hendon Railway office early Wednesday morning decamped with consigned goods and a portmanteau containing clothing of a total value of £16. An attempt to blow the safe merely damaged the safe handle and jammed the lock. Goods removed from the office included a quantity of cigarette papers valued at £1/6/6, consigned to Robert William Brown, an Allora tobacconist, and a 70lb bag of sugar and a pound of tea valued at £1/6/5, railed by the Warwick Co-operative Dairy Association’s Allora store to S.M. Aspinal (Cherry Gully).
Allora's Past-50 years ago, June 1958.
TENDERS
TO BUILDERS
ALLORA BOWLING CLUB
TENDERS ARE INVITED for the ERECTION of ADDITIONS and ALTERATIONS to the Allora Bowling Club House.
Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.
Plans and Specifications may be obtained from the Secretary.
Tenders close 10 a.m., June 20. 1958, with C.E. STEWART, Secretary Allora Bowling Club, Herbert Street, Allora.
Allora's past-100 years ago, June 1908
NEW SANITARY SYSTEM
Attention has been directed to the order of the ‘Town Council’ which specifies alterations required to make ready for the new sanitary service, which will come into operation on July 20. In addition owners or occupiers are to provide a garbage tin.
Allora's past-75 years ago, 1933
Judge Criticises Jury Men
DISCHARGED FROM SERVICE
Brisbane. The 12 jury men who returned a verdict of not guilty in a case yesterday in which Jack Jones was charged with unlawfully wounding John Delaney by shooting him, were discharged by Mr. Justice Macrossan from further attendances in the criminal court. Addressing the jury the judge added he thought it advisable for the 12 men be expunged from the jury list.
Mr. Frank Laws of the Allora staff of Messrs. Barnes and Company Limited has accepted a position of Shell Company of Australia,.in Warwick. Mr Laws had served the Allora store for 16 years, and for the past six and a half years had been in charge of the grocery and hardware departments.
Allora's past-50 years ago, 1958
ROLL OF HONOUR
In proud and loving memory of Pte. Eric George Hall who died in Prisoner-of-war Camp in Burma on 15th June 1943.
"Always Remembered"
Inserted by his loving family.
LEST WE FORGET
Allora's past-100 years ago, June 1908.
Sulky overturned
An accident which might have resulted seriously had occurred in Clifton. Miss Murray and a lady friend were engaged in shopping, and the first mentioned was seated in a trap outside the store, when a motor car appeared. A horse attached to a cart standing unguarded a little further up the street took fright and collided with the sulky in which Miss Murray was seated. The sulky overturned and Miss Murray sustained a broken collarbone and slight concussion.
Allora's past-75 years ago, June 1933.
ALLORA COUNCIL
THE ROUTINE BUSINESS
All divisions were fully represented at the regular meeting of the Allora Shire Council held on Tuesday. The chairman (Captain W.E. McColm) presided, and there were present Councillor’s J. Sprott, H. Geitz, G.D. O’Neill, R.W. Frizzell, C.H. Morris, J.E. Nussey, H.S. Warfield, J.J. Willett, and J. Erhart, with the clerk (Mr. A. Hamilton.
Allora's past-50 years ago, June 1958.
IN APPRECIATION
I desire to thank all customers who have so loyally supported me during the years I have been in business (1920-1958) and assure them that I have at all times tried to give satisfactory service.
Thanking you for your past support,
Syd. Slatter, Boot and Shoe repairs, Herbert Street. (Now known as No#46 Herbert Street).
Allora's past-100 years ago June 1908
Military examination
A military examination was conducted at the Town Hall, when Lieutenant Deacon and Second Lieutenant’s Connolly and Cameron presented themselves. The board of examiners consisted of Captain Jackson and Lieutenant Crichton of the Allora squadron.
Allora's past- 75 years ago, June 1933
Ordered tobacco, got sand
Several days ago a Warwick grocery store ordered £17 worth of tobacco from Brisbane, but when the consignment was opened on Monday afternoon, shortly after arrival at Warwick railway station, all that the case was found to contain were three biscuit tins half filled with sand and wrapped in bags. The quantity of sand contained in the tins weighed practically.the same as the tobacco, and outwardly there were no signs that the consignment had been tampered with. Inquiries are now being made to endeavor to ascertain where the interference occurred.
Allora's past- 50 years ago, July 1958
FOR SALE OR SWAP
One marriage. Will sell cheaply or exchange for a deer stalkers hat. Apply this office.
FOOTBALL NOTICE
Sunday, 6th July.
All teams have a bye in the St. George Cup Competition on Sunday next but efforts are being made to secure visiting teams, if successful same will be advertised at the pictures and elsewhere.
J. Hilton, Hon. Sec. T. McVeigh, Pres.
Allora's past-100 years ago, July 1908.
EXTRAORDINARY ACCIDENT
An unusual accident befell a wedding party when returning from Hendon after sending the happy couple on their honeymoon. A four in hand of greys had been procured and on the return journey the near-side leader, almost without warning, dropped stone dead. Two of the team fell over the body and the utmost confusion prevailed. No serious harm resulted, the only damage being broken harness.
Allora's past-75 years ago, July 1933.
THE MEMORIAL PARK
(To the Editor).
Sir,-Some time ago the Allora Shire Council decided at the request of a ratepayer to erect a gate or turnstile leading into the park at a point somewhere between the Princess of Wales Hotel and the Court House. This is a step in the right direction and will prove very convenient to bathers and others who frequent the park.
Allora's past- 50 years ago, July 1958.
Hospital Auxiliary
Recently the Royal Antedeluvian Order of Buffaloes held a ball and donated the proceeds of £73 to the Allora and District Co-operative Hospital for the purchase of goods for the hospital. The auxiliary has pleasure in announcing that the following articles have been purchased:- Wheelchair with Dunlopillo Mattress, £34-10-0; Electric Bronchitis Kettle, Vapouriser, etc., £29-8-9; Bedside Mats, £9-1-3. Mrs. Hollway Hon. Sec.
Allora's past-100 years ago, July 1908
Butter Manufacture
Cream received at the Allora factory during June totalled 136.484 lbs., from which was manufactured 64.807 lbs., of butter.
Allora's past-75 years ago, July 1933
ALLORA SCHOOL OF ARTS
ANNUAL MEETING
The annual meeting of the School of Arts will be held on Monday, July 10, 1933, at the conclusion of the committee meeting to commence 7.30 p.m. Business: To receive annual reports and elect officers and committee.
A. Leggatt. Secretary.
Allora's past-50 years ago, July 1958
FOOTBALL NOTICE
ALLORA V. STANTHORPE
AT STANTHORPE
Bus will leave Post Office at 10.45 a.m. Sunday.
Return Fares: Minors 8/-, other Players and Officials 12/-, General Public 15/-.
Bookings can be made at Mahoney's Newsagency.
Please give your patronage to the Bus as it costs £25.
Bus will definately leave on time as the first game is due to start at 12.30 p.m.
J. Hilton, Hon.Sec. T. McVeigh, Pres.
Thought for the week
How do you know if a word in the dictionary is spelled incorrectly ?
Allora's past-100 years ago, July 1908
GLENGALLAN CHURCH
The tenders had been received for the erection of the Church of England at Glengallan, H.W. Stay (£238/17/6) being accepted by the committee.
Allora's past-75 years ago, July 1933
In the Summons Court at Allora on Friday, on the complaint of the Inspector of Weights and Measures, proceedings were instituted against George Richard Tickle, master baker, for having in his possession light weight bread which was short to the extent of 31 ¾ ounces in 40 2-lb loaves. The defendant was fined 1/- for every ounce short weight, or an aggravate of £1/12/-, with 6/- costs of court.
Allora's past-50 years ago, July 1958
NOTICE
I would like to thank the following people who donated clothing for the Tufnell Home (Church of England Orphanage):- Mrs. And Miss M. Deacon, Mrs. P. Gordon, Mrs. Sid. Slatter, Mrs. Lewis and Jean, Mrs. Brodle, Mrs. Dick Slatter, Mrs. H. Shannon, Mrs. Imray, Mrs. Jean Tanner, Mrs. Catchlove, Mrs. D. Hansen, Miss Joan Kiernan, Mrs. R. Pettigrew, Mrs. P. Gartner.
All articles will be displayed in Miss Joan Kiernan's window on July 30th., 31st., Aug. 1st......Shirley T. Woodrow.
Thought for the week
Who was the first person to look at a cow and say, "I think I'll squeeze these dangle things here and drink whatever comes out"?
Allora's past-100 years ago, July 1908
Death of two Sparrows
At a meeting of the Allora Town Council, a complaint had been received that three sparrows had made their appearance in the main street, and if not exterminated would do considerable damage in the district. The Council issued the necessary instructions to have the birds shot, and two have been “bagged” with a shotgun fired by Mr. Jenkins.
Allora's past-75 years ago, July 1933
SUCCESSION OF FROSTS
Commencing on Monday morning the Allora district experienced a succession of three heavy frosts. The severest occurring on Wednesday. Blocked taps and a coating of ice on exposed water was common. There were even instances of milk in jugs freezing.
Allora's past-50 years ago, July 1958
LOCAL MARKET REPORTS
Deacon & Co. yarded 150 head of mixed cattle at their monthly sale held on Friday last. Jersey Heifers and calves to £27/10/-. Jersey Heifers (springers) £31 to £27/15/-. Jersey Bull £28/17/6. Prime Fat Cows £38/10- to £33. Medium Cows £31/10/- to £28/15/-. Beefy Steers £29/10/- to £28. Pen Poddies (steers) £7/1/-. Cows& Calves to £40.
Thought for the week
Why does mineral water that has 'trickled through mountain steams for centuries' have a "Use by date"?
Allora's past-100 years ago, August 1908
FOREST PLAINS CHEESE FACTORY
It was understood that the building of the Forest Plains cheese factory was to be commenced. All the work was to be done by day labour under the supervision of Mr. W.H. Lyle, district manager of the Silverwood Butter Company. The factory was to cover a floor space of 72 feet by 50 feet, and was being fitted with machinery capable of treating 1800 gallons a day.
NEW TENNIS COURT
The new tennis court in connection with the Allora Tennis Club had been formally opened. Before and after the official opening both courts were in commission by members and visitors. Much credit for the new court must go to the secretary Mr. G.F. Elson.
Allora's past-75 years ago, August 1933
Allora Golf Club
CARD EVENING. Central Hall, Allora Tuesday, August 15. Bridge, Euchre, Crib. Good prizes. Refreshments. Special Tables for Challenge Matches. Admission 2/-.
FARMER’S SON INJURED.
Earl Erlandson, the 19 year old son of Mr. W. Erlandson, Hendon, met with a painful accident on Monday morning, necessitating medical attention in Allora. He had yarded a horse in a crush pen on his father’s property when the animal lashed out and struck a rail. The other end was dashed against Erlandson’s head, inflicting a gash near the ear. Five stitches were inserted in the wound and the patient was allowed to return home.
PIONEERING ECHOES
In an interesting article, in a recent issue of The Australasian, on Fred Bracker, who shares with the Leslies the title of being the “father” of the pastoral industry in Queensland, the following passage occurs:- “While in charge of Rosenthal, Bracker experimented with the cultivation of lucerne, and proved it’s success as a fodder plant. With the seed that was subsequently brought out by the Gillams, as the outcome of Bracker’s experiments, lucerne—finest of all imported fodders—became established in Queensland and thrived amazingly. The Gillams were an English family from the South Downs in Sussex, and they share with Bracker the honours of really introducing the wonderful medic. The Gillam family referred to came to the Downs in 1863 and settled in Warwick. In 1866, when Spring Creek was opened for selection, the family went to the Clifton district, and have been prominent members of that district ever since.
Thought for the week
Why don't they make mouse flavoured cat food?
