Saturday, January 3, 2026

DR BERNARD HINDMARSH

Bernard Hindmarsh

Bernard Hindmarsh (Bernie) was born in Sydney in 1898, the fourth child of Walter Hindmarsh and Katherine Ellen (Bergin) Hindmarsh. 

Early Life

In Sydney, young Walter, Kate and their family lived at Waverley. The sons all attended Christian Brothers College Waverley, and Mea went to the Convent of the Sacred Heart at Rose Bay. Bernie later transferred to St Aloysius College Milson’s Point for his senior years where he could study for an Exhibition (scholarship) in Medicine at Sydney University. At St Aloysius he joined the school cadets, and remained with them throughout his university career rather than joining the University Regiment.


Bernard Hindmarsh (centre back)
St Aloysius College

Bernie did his internship at St Vincent’s Hospital, then in 1924 went as medical officer with a goldmining company to the Bulolo River in New Guinea where he contracted malaria which plagued him for the rest of his life. On returning to Sydney he was employed again at St Vincent’s and in 1925 he bought the practice of Dr Hobson in Macksville. 

Macksville

Bernie brought his retired father to live with him at Macksville and his sister came to housekeep for them. The practice was in a house with the high-pitched roof on Bent Street directly opposite the brick house that he later (1939) built next to the Methodist (now Uniting) Church. The waiting room was the open verandah with three bentwood chairs…

The Macksville doctor looked after the coastal strip from Valla to Eungai; Dr Deck in Bowraville looked after the hinterland, and they looked after each other’s families. The life of a rural family doctor pre-war was not much different from that described by Dr Pope post-war in his book "And Hang a Hurricane on the Gate".

About 1930 Dr Shapere came to town. He was a squatter which was not done in those days and was persona-non-grata in many Macksville families including the Hindmarsh family.

Bernie became involved in the life of the town. Twice president of the Show Committee, patron of the football and surf life saving clubs, and with other business and professional members of the town helped established the Golf Club on what is now the Industrial Estate. In the course of these interests and activities he met the Morrison family, then based on Morrison’s Garage in Princess Street and later to include Reid & Fotheringham’s General Store, Hahn’s Newsagency and Morrison’s Tyre Service. Ten years after arriving he married Alma Morrison. They had three children, Janice (1936), Marlene (1938) and Ian (1940).

He loved ships. For his holidays he would put in a locum and sign on to an overseas liner as ‘seaman doctor’ for a cruise around the Pacific Islands or down to Tasmania. When the Second World War broke out what better way for him to serve his country than by combining his three loves, medical, military and maritime, than on a hospital ship?

He didn’t enlist till after his father died and in the meantime he joined the Macksville Troop of the 5th Light Horse, the same regiment his father had joined in Casino so many years ago. After his father’s death (1940) he brought in Dr Watson as a partner and enlisted in the AIF. He was taken on strength at Concord Repatriation Hospital in Sydney then transferred to the Dutch hospital ship Oranje where he did three voyages across the Indian Ocean, and finally to the Centaur in March 1943.

Two months later the Centaur was torpedoed by the Japanese. On that night, 14 May 1943, 268 non-combatant unarmed medical and merchant marine personnel lost their lives while on a mission of mercy. Bernie was one of them.
Source: Jan Thomas

NEWS ITEMS

1922 - OLD LADY'S END - Sudden Death in Fruit Shop
An unknown woman walked into Sidotti's fruit shop at Darlinghurst last night, sat on a chair and collapsed. She was taken to St. Vincent's Hospital in a cab, where Dr. Hindmarsh pronounced life extinct.

1923 - CYCLE SMASH - Head Through Iron Fence - YOUTH BADLY INJURED
Thrown from a motor cycle in Moore Park-road yesterday, Edward McMorrow, aged 18, of Glenmore-road, Paddington, struck his head on the galvanised iron fence of the Show Ground with such force that a hole was knocked in the fence.
At about 3 p.m. McMorrow went to a friend's house in Stewart-street, Paddington, to test the machine for him. He mounted the cycle, and rode into Regent-street, and from there in to Moore Park-road. Here he appeared to lose control of the cycle. It swerved sharply, and dashed into the galvanised iron fence of the Show Ground. McMorrow was thrown off, and his head struck the fence with terrific force.
He was hurried to St. Vincent's Hospital, and admitted by Dr. Hindmarsh, suffering from concussion of the brain and injuries to the back. His condition is serious.

1923 - PARTIES OF THE WEEK
The quadrangle and grounds surrounding the nurses' quarters at St. Vincent's Hospital, Victoria-street, were artistically decorated and brilliantly illuminated with multi-colored electric lights on Wednesday evening when the nurses attached to the hospital staff held their ninth annual At Home. Musical selections were rendered by the Police Band. The committee responsible for the success of the entertainment were: President, Dr. J. J. Woodburn; vice presidents, Drs. R. Francis, Dr. Reginald Bridge, Dr. R. Douglas, Dr. H. Hunter, Dr. Calahan, Dr. H. Maher, Mr. G. R. M. McDonald. M.L.A., Mr. I. Tennant, and Mr. D. Miller. The hon. treasurers were Nurse Maguire, Nurse Rankin, Nurse N. Donoghue, Nurse Cunningham, Nurse Moon, Nurse Scanlon, Nurse Fallon, Dr. Duncan and Dr. Hindmarsh.
Mr. Harley McLaughlan was hon sec, and was assisted in his duties by Nurse Shalala, Nurse Reardon, Nurse T. Kiley, Nurse Crowley, Nurse Woodbury. Nurse Burns, Nurse O'Leary, Nurse Clifford, and Drs. Homier and Mason.
Source: Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW : 1895 - 1930) Sun 28 Jan 1923 Page 22

1923 - UREN KNOCKS JOHNSON OUT - Johnson's Injuries
Johnson was examined at St. Vincent's Hospital by Dr. Hindmarsh, who found him suffering from very severe concussion of the brain. It is also probable, it was stated, that his skull was fractured.
At an early hour this morning he had not regained consciousness.

1923 - BOXING
The fight at the Sydney Stadium on Saturday night had an unpleasant end ing. The loser (Jack Johnson, 11 st. 5½ lb.) received a terrific knock-out punch on the jaw in the 18th round from Tommy Uren (10 st. 11 lb.) that he had to be taken to St. Vincent's Hospital, where he was attended by Dr. Hindmarsh. He was then unconscious.

1923 - THE MELUSIA PASSENGERS.
The Burns, Philp island mail steamer sails at 10 o'clock to-day from Federal Wharf for Solomon Islands, via Brisbane, Rabaul, and Kaewieng. The following is a list of passengers:-
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B. V. Barton, A. T. Black and Dr. Hindmarsh, ...and W. W. Grainger.
Source: The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Wed 15 Aug 1923 Page 14

1924 - LAZY NATIVES - Month to Travel 60 Miles
SYDNEY, Tuesday. — Messrs B. Barton, H. T. Black, W. W. Grainger and Dr. Hindmarsh, representing Melbourne Options Ltd., who have spent eight months in New Guinea, searching for gold, returned to Sydney today.
They stated that gold was there, but the conditions were unfavorable and expenses heavy. The natives had become very lazy. It took the best part of a month to cart half the load of the party 60 miles.
Source:  The Herald (Melbourne, Vic. : 1861 - 1954) Tue 8 Apr 1924 Page 1

1924 - GOLD HUNT IN NEW GUINEA - Prospectors Return
According to one of the four representatives of the Melbourne Options, Ltd., who have been eight months in New Guinea sluicing for gold, and who returned to Sydney to-day by the steamer Mataram, the precious metal is there, but the question is, will conditions and expenses admit the practical mining of it?
"The natives up there," he said, "as a result of living in such a rich country and finding food easy to get, have become lazy. They carry a 401b pack each. It took the best part of a month to cart half our stuff 60 miles, five or six miles is a day's march up there.
The four were in the region of the Bulolo River. They found the blacks friendly, but not used to white men.
The tact of a Mr, Park, a well-known prospector, was a great help. The latter gas been in New Guinea hunting for gold for two years.
The prospector said that the country was still a little unsettled on account of the volcanoes.
"Some of the springs," he remarked, "give off a very strong smell of sulphur."
An individual prospector, he added, would need a capital of at least £400.
The four prospectors are Messrs. B. B. Barton, H. T. Black, W. W. Grainger, and Dr. Hindmarsh.

1924 - NEW GUINEA GOLD - PROSPECTORS RETURN
After an absence of eight months, the expedition which went to New Guinea to report on a gold sluicing
proposition for Kaili Options. Ltd., of Melbourne, returned to Sydney yesterday by the Mataram.
The expedition comprised Messrs. B. V. Barton, A. T. Black, and W. W. Grainger, mining engineers, and Dr. Hindmarsh.
"We had an interesting time," said Mr. Black, describing the expedition's experiences, "and the work we undertook was carried through successfully.
The 'option' area is situated on the Bulola River, a tributary of the Markham River, at an elevation of 3000ft.
That there is quite a lot of gold in the Territory Mr. Black feels certain, but, he says, it is an expensive country to prospect. No man should think of going there with a smaller capital than £400.
Dr. Hindmarsh is at present acting as locum tenens for Dr. Ercole, who, we are pleased to say, continues to improve.
Source: The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser (NSW : 1876 - 1951) Mon 7 Jul 1924 Page 2

1924 - THANKS
MR. & MRS. DROGEMULLER desire to THANK Matron McNickle, Dr. Fenwick, for care and attention to their baby during her illness. Also Drs. Hindmarsh and Ercole, and all friends for kind inquiries and sympathy.

1925 - NEAR AND FAR
At Farmer's yesterday afternoon Miss Hindmarsh, who is leaving Sydney to join her brother, Dr Hindmarsh at Macksville, was the guest of honour at a party given by a number of her friends. The tables were decorated with gladioli and fern. Those present were: Madame de Possett, Miss Gerber, Mrs. P. Bailey, Mrs. L. R. Hindmarsh, Miss Artlett, Mrs. and Miss Boylsun, Miss Katie Bergin, Miss C. Gerber, Misses Helen and Ellen Gerber, Mrs. and the Misses O'Driscoll, Mrs. E. Gerber, Miss Marie McGuire, Miss Evans, Misses Bergin and Miss Alison Christie.

1925 - Send-oft to Dr. Hobson
On Thursday evening, Feb. 5th., some sixty men representing the whole of the Nambucca district met at the F. S: Hall to farewell Dr. G. E. Hobson, who for five years had been the exponent of Matina Medica.
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The Chairman then called on the Rev. E. G. Huntley to propose the toast of the new resident doctor, Dr. Hindmarsh. The Rev. gentleman spent ten minutes in outlining the similarity between the doctor's and the parson's profession. Both were entrusted with the care of human maladies. The doctor those of the body and the minister the ills of the soul. Secondly each was only, partially successful in this work of healing. Some refractory members would not, or could not, be successfully treated. Some refractory church members were here named by the speaker. (Laughter) Again both doctor and minister had a large "honorary list." Some day they might receive payment in full. (Laughter). However what ever their measure of success might be, if any one else could do better, like the old lay preacher "he was invited to
do better." (Laughter). The Vicar concluded his remarks, which had loosened the wrinkles, on some hitherto heavy countenances, by welcoming Dr. Hindmarsh in the name of the District and called upon the company to drink Dr. Hindmarsh's health.
This was supported by Mr. Prichard, of the E. S. & A. Bank, who, on behalf of the businessmen and others, offered Dr. Hindmarsh a hearty welcome.
This was done to the accompaniment of musical honors, and the incoming doctor was commendably brief and to the point in his reply. He said he belonged to a family of nearly hundred years standing on the Northern Rivers. He hoped that he would be of service to them all through the coming years, and that when that period of service had expired they would feel towards him as they did the guest whom they were farewelling that night.
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Dr. and Mrs. Hobson and family left Macksville on Sunday morning last, Feb. 8th., at 9.45 for their new home.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 13 Feb 1925 Page 4

1925 - [ADVERTISEMENT]
DOLL SHOW - F. S. HALL, MACKSVILLE. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 1925 AT 2.30 P.M.
In aid of Children's Stall, Catholic Church Bazaar.
AFTERNOON TEA, GAMES AND DANCING
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Prize — -1st 7/6, 2nd 2/6, donated by Dr. Hindmarsh and Mr. A. Kerwan.

1925 - VALEDICTORY, TO MR. W. S. McNIVEN.
On Tuesday night in the School of Arts, around a festive board laden with condiments which according to a high authority are most likely to produce a cheerful , countenance, there assembled one of the most representative gathrings of townsmen even seen under similar circumstances in Macksville, the object being to say "au revoir" to Mr. W. S. McNiven on the eve of his departure for Sydney.
Mr. A. O. Williamson occupied the chair, having on his right hand the guest of the evening, others present including Rev. E. G. Huntley, Rev. Father Cohalan, Dr. Hindmarsh, Messrs. D. Welsh (President A. & H. Assn), H. A. Reid, Prichard, A. H. Boyd, Gillett sen. and jun., Woolf, Tims, Brandrick (President R.S.), R. Tait, H. C. Nolan (Relieving C.P.S:), A. Long, J. L. Keayes, I. G. Tacon, A. J. Rowe, P. Weingarth, G. S; Byron, A. McNeill, R. Malouf, A. H. Hall, C. Welsh, H. A. Fotheringham, J. H. Campbell, G. Hughes, A. J. Watts, J. G. Lack, H. C. Hahn, W. Collis, A. Morrison, W. P. Murray, H. E. O'Rourke, F. L. Napier, P. R. Larkey, A. Williams, G. H. Smith, W. Suters, Ron. Johnston, L. Johnston, A. Sutton, A. Peterkin, W. Welsh, F. Marshall, H. Milligan, ___Bennett, A. Tubt, N. Brown, ___ Smith, O'Rourke (Commercial Traveller), and G. Brunsdon.
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Mr. G. Smith responded on behalf of the Cricket Club, and regretted the loss of a great player.
Dr. Hindmarsh was asked to reply on behalf of the Footballers. He was probably the most recently made acquaintance of Mr. McNiven. As for the game of football, he and the guest had always played on the same side — the outside — and he was always impressed with the free advice Mr. McNiven gave the players. (Laughter).

1925 - RETURN THANKS.
Mrs. A. Henson, Wirrimbi, desires to return her sincere thanks to Relatives and Friends, also Nurse Putland and Dr. Hindmarsh for their kind attention, also for letters, cards, telegrams, floral tributes and personal expressions of sympathy in her recent sad bereavement in the loss of her beloved husband.

1926 - YESTERDAY'S WEDDINGS - MANY CEREMONIES - Hindmarsh— Harrington
MISS DOROTHY HARRINGTON, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Harrington, of Turramurra, was married at St. Philip's Church last night to Mr. Basil Hindmarsh, second son of Mr. W. Hindmarsh and the late Mrs. Hindmarsh. Canon Bellingham performed the ceremony.
The bride wore a frock of white georgette embroidered in pearls over Limerick lace, and a wreath of orange blossoms with her lace veil. Lace also formed the train which was lined with rucked pink georgette. The flowers were white roses and begonias.
Miss Mary Harrington and Miss Gwen Waterhouse were the brides maids. They wore frocks of apricot georgette and gold lace with tulle veils to tone, and carried shower bouquets of yellow roses tied with apple green ribbons. Dr. Hindmarsh was best man, and Mr. J. Harrington groomsman.
A reception was held at the Wentworth Cafe, where Mrs. Harrington wore a black sequinned gown with a black velvet hat and carried a posy of blue delphiniums.

1926 - WEDDINGS. HINDMARSH-HARRINGTON.
Miss Dorothy Harrington, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Harrington, of Turramurra, was married on Wednesday night at St. Phillip's, Church Hill, to Mr. Basil Hindmarsh, second son of Mr. Walter Hindmarsh and the late Mrs. Hindmarsh, of Macksville. Canon Bellingham performed the ceremony. The bride's frock of white georgette had handkerchief panels on the skirt, each panel being edged with pearls, and having a tiny posy of orange blossom.
Limerick lace and true lover's knots in pearls and crystal adorned the corsage, and the frock was finished with a spray of orange blossom on the shoulder. The train was of Brussels lace, and was lined with pink georgette. She wore a veil to match and a wreath of orange blossom, and carried a shower bouquet of white and pink flowers. The bridesmaids were the Misses Mary Harrington and Gwen Waterhouse. They wore apricot georgette, trimmed with gold lace, and touches of apple green. Their bandeaux were of apricot georgette with touches of green, and they carried bouquets of yellow roses tied with green ribbons. The best man was Dr. Hindmarsh, and Mr. Jack Harrington was the groomsman. The reception was held at the Wentworth, where Mrs. Harrington, wearing a gown of black and blue sequins, mounted on black lace and hat of black panne velvet, received the guests.

1926 - A FISHY FAREWELL.
A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men, so seventeen of that species foregathered at the residence of Dr. Hindmarsh on Monday night of last week to enjoy a few hours' convivialty minus the usual stiffness of formal functions.
The object of the meeting was to entertain Mr. A. O. Williamson, with whom those present had been associated in many ways. "Willie's" companionship had always been valued, and although some of the sporting activities in which he had taken part had gone dead, there, was one in which he could always be relied upon to indulge under almost any conditions.
And so the brethren who had join ed in many excursions by car and boat or on shanks' pony decided to signalise their sympathy with one who was being hustled away to a place where he would often wish for a smell of the briny, and would at times wish that he could even smell the bait, or catcha da worm.
At the sound of the car-trumpet about 8.30 the brethren retired to the reception room, where the emblems of the order were displayed on a table. These included a large silvered model of a "Hebrew Fish" and several bottles. The latter "were not just then in a suitable condition for usage in the ordinary way as line-rollers — but time cures all things by the process of evolution.
Outside a bodyguard of three of the disciples had charge of the blind folded guest, and escorted him to the reception-room where the other disciples breathlessly stood— not a man stirred ! The host asked him to commence the proceedings in the customary way, but he was shivered, by a sudden roar of "For he's a jolly good fellow," accompanied by a gurgling chorus. The bandage was then removed, and, thirsting for revenge, the guest declined to go alone, and so the brethren reluctantly consented to join him.
The remainder of the evening was passed in a vocal, elocutionary, and conversational manner, and as midnight approached the chief scene was enacted.
Owing to the absence of theatrical properties, it was necessary to find some articles for personal disguise, so kitchen utensils and domestic drapings were commandeered for the purpose, and in a pictorial competition the three actors would certainly have gained a place at one end of the list.
After entering the parlor with great dignity, one made a speech indicative of the feelings of the brethren, another presented a silver ashtray embellished with a silver-fish (encased in a wash-up dish and covered with a wire dish-cover) and engraved "From your Fishy Friends on the Nambucca," and the third read the following address which was attached to a roller-blind:-
Dear Companion,
We have, gathered, here this 17th day of May, 1926, at the residence of our Voluntary Medical Adviser, to regretfully say farewell to you and to also honor you as one who has done much for the advancement of this district.
We recognise the great amount of labor you have given to the Agricultural Association, the Race Club, Church and Musical Activities etc., and your efforts in those directions are surely highly appreciated.
It is our wish, however, to express the high value we place upon your efforts in the direction of extracting the scaly monsters from the mighty deep.
Your display of patience has been marvellous, there being no record of any desire on your part to go home, even in the numerous cases when you proved to be the Jonah of the party.
Lack of refreshments was the only thing which would drive you to desert your pals.
It is our duty also to acknowledge that, even in the midst of disaster, you have set a brilliantly-colored example in regard to language. You are debited with only a few blemishes on an otherwise exalted reputation; but it is only fair to say that distance and the ocean's roar very often rendered your remarks inaudible.
Honesty, too, has always been a marked feature of your make-up. Authentic reports have been received that, whenever possible, you have purchased supplies, but that under other circumstances you have taken advantage of the only other methods of procedure. And you have, never refused to share his last bait with a pal.
It is in regard to veracity, how ever, that we most admire you. It was our intention to award you the
additional appellation of ''George Washington," but we naturally refrained upon learning that the reason why that gentleman is held in high esteem is not because he never told a lie, but because he was the only American who ever told the truth.
But we are glad to publicly state that you have fully earned an honorable name amongst those who decline to follow Ananias, and therefore confer upon you the distinguished title of "Truthful Willie." We have never refused to accept your statements word for word— so long as they were fully-corroborated.
Having thus become acquainted with your good qualities during your 6½ years' residence in Macksville, we desire to pisCAT-orially wish you a FISHY farewell. We feel sure you will soon WORM your way into the good graces of the CODders on the Cudgegong, and we fervently hope that your experiences will be BREAM-ful of pleasant episodes; and that you will never be beat for BAIT, or a BITE! We earnestly trust that you will never make a MULLET anything you take in hand, that you will never be taken in by a SHARK, nor have reason to be-WHALE your actions. We shall often remember you as we SINKER pot at the BAR, and hope that you will be revived in SPIRIT whenever you SCHNAPPER few moments to reflect on the past.
Finally, we ask you to receive this SOLEful address in good fellowship and forgive its inCONGERuity; also please accept the accompanying presents in token of good wishes from the undersigned Nambucca FLAT-HEADS.
(Signed) — A. H. Boyd, C. Brunsdon, W. Collis, R. L. Edmonds, H. A. Fotheringham, H. C. Hahn, B. F. Hindmarsh, W. Hindmarsh, J. Ivers, L. Joseph, J. G; Lack, R. Malouf. W. A. Stone, R. Tait, F. Voisey, P. Weingarth, D. Welsh.
A pretty hard job to make a speech in reply after an impromptu function such, as this, but "Willie" was equal to the humorous occasion and concluded by expressing thanks.
Cheers having been accorded Dr. Hindmarsh, who had kindly opened his house to the brethren, the very happy evening was then concluded by the singing of "Auld Lang Syne."

1926 - [GRAFTON VISIT]
Mr. W. A. Stone, solicitor, of Macksville, and Dr. Hindmarsh, also from the Nambucca centre, were on a visit to Grafton at the week-end.
Source:  Daily Examiner (Grafton, NSW : 1915 - 1954) Wed 23 Jun 1926 Page 4

1926 - NAMBUCCA HEADS
The three-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Benson received a nasty wound on the forehead by being kicked with a horse one day during, last week.
He was quickly conveyed to Macksville where Dr. Hindmarsh stitched the wound. He is doing as well as can be expected.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 25 Jun 1926 Page 4

1926 - Thanks.
Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Andrews, of Nambucca Heads, wish to thank their many friends for their kind sympathy during their recent bereavement, and particularly thank Dr. Hindmarsh, Nurse Putland and sister Joan Eglitzky for their kind attention during their late son's (Herbert John) illness.
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 9 Jul 1926 Page 5

1926 - A CLOSE CALL.
A very narrow escape occurred on Wednesday evening. Dr. R. G. Ponton, with his brother (a resident of Kempsey district) were travelling in company, and just opposite the trucking-yards, about a hundred yards from the station, the Dr. apparently fell from the train, which fortunately was then moving slowly. He got up and walked to the station, where it became apparent that he was badly knocked, and he was transferred to Nurse Putland's Hospital, where Dr. Hindmarsh rendered professional aid.
The first, second and third fingers of the left hand were partially crushed, suggesting that a wheel of the train had grazed his hand. He received injuries to his head, rendering him semi-conscious, and up to last evening he was unable to give a coherent statement as to how the accident happened. In company with his brother he went to Kempsey by Thursday evening's train.

1926 - THANKS.
Mrs. Burdes and family, of Valla, wish to thank all kind friends for their floral tributes and cards of sympathy during their recent bereavement, and particularly thank Dr. Hindmarsh for his kind attention during their late Father's illness.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 16 Jul 1926 Page 5

1926 - EMILY ELLEN SMITH.
On Thursday, July 15, whilst playing with her sister at their house at Upper Burrapine, Emily Ellen Smith, 2 years old, fell down to the ground.
As her condition did not improve, Mr. Kirkman brought her to Macksville on the following Sunday, and Dr.Hindmarsh ordered immediate removal to Kempsey, Mr. Lack conveying the child thither in his car the same night. The little one lingered till last Sunday when she passed away, the cause of death being diagnosed as meningitis. The burial took place in the Macksville C. of E. Cemetery on Monday, the Rev. E. G. Huntley officiating at the graveside. Much sympathy is evinced towards Mrs. W. Smith, the mother of the little girl, who has experienced the truth of the saying that "troubles never come singly."

1926 - THE BATHS
The special meeting of residents interested in the Macksville Baths, held on Monday night at the school of arts...
Election of Officers
For the position of President, Mr. Stone was proposed, but declined Mr. Scott was also nominated, and
being elected without opposition he straightaway assumed duty and expressed his thanks.
Dr. Hindmarsh and Mr. Stone were appointed Vice-presidents.
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1926 - OBITUARY. - MRS. ELIZA HELEN DAVIS.
We much regret to have to chronicle the passing of a highly esteemed resident, in the person of Mrs. Eliza Helen Davis, wife of Mr. Japheth Davis. The good lady had been in indifferent health for a considerable time, and having taken a very serious turn at 6 o'clock on Wednesday, she was being conveyed to hospital in Dr. Hindmarsh's car between 8 and 9 o'clock, when the call came suddenly and she passed away, the immediate cause of death being heart failure.
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Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 26 Nov 1926 Page 4

1926 - VALEDICTORY.
Prior to his departure for Sydney a number of townspeople met for the purpose of expressing their appreciation of Mr. M. B. Shannon, who has occupied the position, of accountant at the local Branch of the Commercial Bank for the past four years.
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Mr. H. A. Reid said he was sorry Mr. Shannon was leaving. He had found him at all times a very attentive, capable and courteous Bank officer always at his post. He trusted that Mr. Shannon's worth would be appreciated in whatever place he was called to labor.
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Dr. Hindmarsh had also found Mr. Shannon a courteous and smiling official, even though he had on occasions gone to the bank at one minute past the closing hour. He hoped to meet the guest when on his visit to the city and trusted to find him climbing the ladder of success.
Mr. H. A. Fotheringham regretted Mr. Shannon's departure. He was always an ideal camp companion and an efficient and capable Bank officer. He wished him every success.
Mr. Hahn had probably seen more of Mr. Shannon than most at the week-ends, for they had spent many happy times together and he would miss that companionship and help in the duties of camp life. He wished the guest every good thing.

1927 - THEY'RE OFF - QUEEN COMPETITION IN AID OF MACKSVILLE BATHS
START OF COMPETITION.
The competition started on Monday last, and there are therefore three candidates, placed alphabetically below: —
MISS PHYLLIS BOYD, represent ing the Business Houses.
MISS ETHEL MORRISON, representing Motorists and Sports.
MISS MAVIS WATERS, representing the Schools.
COMMITTEES APPOINTED.
There are sixteen members of the Baths Committee of Management, and it was decided to allot five to each candidate, and these will act in conjunction with several ladies. The following appointments were made :—
Miss Phyllis Boyd. — Messrs. Collis, Stone, Finlay, Reeve, and Johnston, Mesdames Brunsdon, Boyd and Spalding, Misses R. Moran and Spalding.
Miss Ethel Morrison. — Dr. Hindmarsh, Messrs. Maloney, Lack, G. Hughes and Purkiss, Mesdames Long and Morrison and Miss Hindmarsh.
Miss Mavis Waters. — Messrs. Thomas, Capp, Bates, Prichard and H. Moran, Rev. Mother (Convent), Mrs. E. Waters, Misses Wallace and Greenaway.
Each committee has the right to solicit the help of others in the management. Each committee can adopt its own method of procedure in the raising of money.
PUBLISHING RECORDS.
Considerable discussion centred in whether there should be periodical announcements as to the state of the poll, or whether the results should be kept secret till the last moment.
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The "News" hopes to publish the photographs of the candidates at an early date.
Ethel Morrison
Queen Competition Macksville 1927

Queen Competition Macksville 1927

Queen Competition Macksville 1927



1927 - OBITUARY - MR. JOHN LAVERTY.
Quite a gloom overcast the Nambucca district when it became known that the ever-genial and happy personality in the form of Mr. John Laverty, of Taylor's Arm, had passed away. The deceased gentleman was sitting on the front verandah of his newly-erected home at about 7 o'clock last Sunday evening, and during a conversation he was seen to suddenly collapse. Investigation proved that he had passed to the Great Beyond. Dr. Hindmarsh soon arrived, only to announce that the last summons had been answered, heart failure being the cause of death. Deceased was in his 60th year.
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1927 - ACCIDENT.
Mr. A. R. Christensen met with a severe accident at Tilly-Willy railway siding last Friday morning. He was assisting in guiding a couple of girders to the ground when one of them rolled suddenly and crushed on to his right foot. He was taken to Nurse Putland's Hospital, and Dr. Hindmarsh subsequently found it necessary to amputate the first joint of the big toe. We are pleased to report that Mr. Christensen is progressing favorably, but he will not be able to "use the boot" for some time.

PROGRESS ASSOCIATION.
The monthly meeting of the Macksville and District Progress Association was held on Monday night, in the School of Arts, but owing to other matters clashing there was only a small attendance, the following being present:— Messrs. D. Welsh (President), J. Reeve (Secretary), A. Williams, J. Harriman, Don. Smith, and Dr. Hindmarsh. Several apologies were received. 
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1927 - WELCOME - TO REV. J. W. AND MRS. SYMONDS.
Notwithstanding several other meetings, a large number of residents gathered at the Friendly Societies' Hall on Monday night to bid "welcome" to Rev. J. W. Symonds, Mrs. Symonds, and their young daughter "Betty."
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Dr. Hindmarsh spoke on behalf of the Roman Catholic Church. He welcomed the guests to Macksville, and was sure they would find that it was not a bad little spot. In little centres people were always broadminded, and helped each other. The guests would find that friendly condition existing here, and there was no reason for a departure from it.
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1927 - SYDNEY TO BRISBANE - NEW TRANSPORT SERVICE.
By special car last Saturday evening several gentlemen arrived in Macksville. They are interested in the company known as the Interstate Transports Limited, and their object was to place before prominent residents the benefits to be derived by Macksville as a result of the establishment of a regular service between Sydney and Brisbane, with Macksville as the "half-way house."
Citizens present were : — Councillor Wallace Knight (Shire President), Dr. B. Hindmarsh...
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 25 Feb 1927 Page 4
 
1927 - SHOW SOCIAL.
On Tuesday night of last week (the first night of the Macksville Show), the Judges and visitors were entertained by the Committee of the A. and H. Association in the School of Arts.
...Those present were: ... Dr Hindmarsh

1927 - FOOTBALL. REFORMING MACKSVILLE CLUB.
The meeting convened by Messrs. A. H. Boyd (Hon. Sec. "All Blacks" Football Club) and G. W. Perry
(Hon. Sec. "Blues") was held in Peters' Rooms on Monday night last.
It was the largest and most representative meeting ever held in Macksville in connection with football, there being about 40 present...
The following officers were elected: Patron, Mr. H. Gallen; President, Dr. B. F. Hindmarsh; ...
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1927 - THE INQUEST.
Mr. W. D. Hodge, J.P., District Coroner, conducted the inquest at the Court House, Macksville, on Monday morning.
Edward Emery deposed: I am an Electrical Engineer, and reside at Macksville. I was in the employ of the deceased, Oswald Theodore Emery, up to the 25th. inst...
I called Dr. Hindmarsh, who came and had him removed to Numurkah Private Hospital, where he died on the following day, 26th inst. All the gear was absolutely safe and strong, and the "tilting of the forest-devil was not a defect in the gear, but was due to the deceased letting go the handle to watch the descent of the case, as he was anxious to see that it descended on the baulks of timber which had been placed underneath to receive it. Deceased was a married man without issue; His life was insured with the A.M.P. Society. He left a will. Deceased was of temperate habits.
Dr. B. F. Hindmarsh, of Macksville, stated: On Friday, 25th inst., at about 6 p.m., I received a call to go to the residence, of Oswald Theodore Emery, at Bent-street, Macksville, and on my arrival there a few moments later I saw the deceased Oswald Theodore Emery obviously suffering from concussion of the brain. I had him removed to the Hospital nearby. On examination I found two slight abrasions on the scalp above the right ear with increasing swelling over that area, extending down the right side of the face, also a haema-tome gradually increasing in size in the right upper eyelid. He was semi-conscious and did not display any signs of paralysis. There was a bruise around the right side of the thorax with a slight abrasion, also a bruise on the right thigh. His body was well developed, he was of a splendid physique. He was under my observation up to the period of his death, and during that time he lay in a semi-conscious condition. His general condition tended to improve. He died suddenly at about 8 o'clock p.m. In my opinion, death, was due to sudden blockage of the left coronary artery of the heart, due to the lodging there of an embolism. I knew the deceased in life, and estimate his age as about thirty-two years. I knew that he was the contractor for the supply of electric light to the town of Macksville.
The Coroner returned a verdict of accidental death.

1927 - Tennis. MACKSVILLE CLUB.
A meeting of the Macksville Tennis Club was held at Peters' Rooms on Wednesday evening, the following being present: — Mrs. Voisey, Misses Welsh (2), D. Wallace, M. Hindmarsh and R. Morrison; Messrs. Stone, Prichard, Fotheringham, Hahn, Joseph, Candish, Chrystoe, Sinfield, Morrison, Caldwell and Dr. Hindmarsh.
It was decided that the Courts be opened for play on Saturday after noon, the ladies to provide afternoon tea.
Subscriptions were fixed for the ensuing season at Gents £1/1/-, Ladies 10/6 and Juniors 10/6.

1927 - BRILLIANT MACKSVILLE. OUT OF DARKNESS INTO THE LIGHT. SWITCHING ON THE JUICE. OFFICIAL CEREMONY NEXT WEDNESDAY.
In response to advertised invitation, the following attended the public meeting on Wednesday night to consider the best means of celebrating the opening of the Macksville Electricity Scheme — Dr. Hindmarsh, Sergt. Capp, Messrs. D. Welsh, A. J. Watts, C. D. Prichard, M. Wallace, H. G. Ockwell, H. Moran, D. Smith, J. Reeve, H. A. Fotheringham, A. H. Boyd, W. A. Stone, J. G. Lack, W. Finlay, L. Joseph, H. J. Whitelock R. Malouf.
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1927 - DARKNESS DISAPPEARS. ELECTRIC INSTALLATION - OFFICIAL CEREMONIES.
Wednesday, July 29, 1927, will forever mark a notable event in the history of Macksville, for on that date the people witnessed the inauguration of an electricity system which is sure to prove a great boon to the people.
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AT THE POWER HOUSE.
A large crowd of residents and visitors gathered at the Power House in West-street between 6 and 7 p.m.
and inspected the machinery.
Shortly after 7 o'clock Mr. David Welsh, as President of the Progress Association, opened the formal proceedings. He said he was glad to see such a large gathering to witness an event which was probably the most important in the history of the town
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The people then re-entered the Power House and, at Cr. Johnson's request, Mrs. O. T. Emery switched on the light to the town, and Macksville emerged from darkness into light forever.
Three cheers concluded this part of the proceedings, and the crowd then paraded the town and had the first glimpse of the notable change effected by the power of chained lightning. Defects were also noticed, by the omission of lamps at certain important points, but these will be remedied at the earliest moment.
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THE BANQUET.
In order to carry out the inauguration in the traditional way, the Macksville Progress Association decided to hold a Banquet in the School of Arts, the catering for which was executed by the Anglican Women's Guild. The tables were set out sumptuously, the display being beautifully embellished, by decorative effects produced by roses, sweet peas and ferns. The hall was of course specially lighted with dazzling brilliance direct from the Power House, and the ladies and the Power House staff are deserving of highest praise for the complete manner in which their duties were carried out.
Mr. D. Welsh, President of the Progress Association, occupied the head of the table, which extended the whole length of the hall, and those who attended the Banquet included: —Messrs. D. Welsh (President Progress Association)1, R. S. Vincent, M.L.A., Cr. C. Johnson, Cr. A. G. Henderson, Cr. Geo; Hunt, E. A. Mahony, P.M., J. Reeve ( Secretary Progress Association), W. Finlay, W. G. Ockwell, R. L. Edmonds, C. D. Prichard, B. F. Hindmarsh, Sen., Dr. Hindmarsh, L. Joseph, McKenzie (Surveyor, Kempsey), H. W. Scott, R. T. Snodgrass, A. M. Ainsworth, D. Smith, P. Seery H. A. Fotheringham, H. F. Brown (Electrical Engineer), E. Emery (Assistsant Engineer), W. G. B. Sharman, F. C. Pile, J. G. Lack, W. Collis, A. JH. Boyd, J. H. Campbell, H. A. Reid, C. Welsh, T. Reed, A.C. Simmons, H. Gallen, A. Borger, A. E. Jansen, Sergt. Capp, W. A. Stone, A. Morrison, H. Hahn, Geo. Brunsdon, and M. Brunsdon.
After human capacity had been taxed to the utmost in assimilating the wholesome edibles provided, the toast list was entered upon.
The health of his Majesty King George V. was honored with great zest, the lusty singing of the National Anthem betokening that patriotism to the Crown was the moving force in the life of the British Empire.
The next toast was "Success to Electricity," which was entrusted to Mr. M. Wallace.
Mr. Wallace said the function marked the introduction of electric light and power to this district. The people had struggled to obtain a sufficient system for some time, and he believed they had got it now.
Previously there had been a small scheme at the Nambucca Hotel, and later on Mr. M. Moran had estalished a larger scheme. After a considerable time there was a demand for something better, and they had got it at last.
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The people ought to be thankful, for what the Council had done, and he heartily congratulated the people on the consummation of the work. The light, as they had seen, was good, and as people, like flies, gathered around the prettiest lights, there was sure to be an influx of visitors to Macksville, which meant progress to the town and to the business people in particular. Then there was in ad dition the great benefits which would be enjoyed by the womenfolk— practically all domestic work would event ually be greatly convenienced, and moreover it would suit the good man of the house by reducing the amount of wood he had to cut. (Laughter).
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Mr. R. S. Vincent, M.L.A., was very cordially received, as he rose to speak in support of the toast.
He said it gave him great pleasure to be present and to supplement the remarks of Mr. Wallace, who had been a big figure in the history of Macksville. They had only to contrast the appearance of the town with what it was, say, only a week ago, in order to visualise the great improvement, which would surely be greatly appreciated by the Macksville people and also by visitors, and a town was often judged by its brightness and attractiveness. They had started perhaps on a small foundation, but would certainly build big ger in the future. They had now emerged from the lamp age — it was a definite forward step, and a greater step would be taken later on.
The hand of progress was showing forces to be used for the benefit of the inhabitants, and Macksville was following the lead set by other districts close by. Regarding Mr. Wallace's comparison of schemes— wood, water, or coal— it was only a matter of cost. Under any system generation in bulk would greatly reduce the cost to the consumer. The Clarence River was naturally provided with great water-power possibilities, and as a result of the hydro-electric scheme the Clarence River was now sending the electric current 40 or 50 miles. As a consequence small secondary industries were springing into being, and George Bond and Co. were establishing a factory there which would employ about 400 hands; and the Clarence River district was now making more progress than any other rural centre in New South Wales. The City of Grafton, before this scheme was in vogue, was to some extent comparable to a well-ordered cemetery, from the fact that so few people seemed to be moving about. Then the domestic life of the women was made much more comfortable, and it was only right that the work of the house wife should come in for special consideration. (Hear, hear).
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One thing led up to another, and better ideas, and he hoped to live to see the time when Macksville and the other centres in this district would be linked up with one central generating station, thus pushing the current out to the distant parts and consequently cheapening the cost to consumers. (Hear, hear). Proceeding, Mr. Vincent said he would at all times be willing to assist public bodies in the district to obtain anything possible for their good. The proposal for a bridge over the Nambucca at Macksville was one which would receive his constant support, and he was glad to notice that the people were turning their eyes to the west by endeavoring to penetrate the mountain range with a road leading to the great tableland. He agreed that the district's great interest should be devoted to breaking the barrier across the range, which would mean an ever-increasing interchange of products between the peoples of this district and those of the great tableland, thus making for a big impetus to general progress. (Applause). The Departments concerned in road-making had decided to send special officers to investigate this proposal, and personally, with the knowledge he had of the country, he held a firm belief that the road would be constructed. (Applause). Concluding, Mr. Vincent congratulated Macksville on its progressive step in the commencement of an efficient electrical scheme, and he wished it all the success it deserved. (Applause).
After the toast had been honored in the usual way, Mr. W. Collis sang a comic item "The Bolshevik," but it is perhaps well to explain that the song had no application to Mr. Vincent's political convictions.
Mr. W. A. Stone proposed "The Contractors."...
Mr. A. Morrison sang "When Song is Sweet."...
The Chairman proposed the toast of "Local Governing Bodies." ...
The toast of "The Visitors" was proposed by Mr.: H. A. Reid, who in referring to the electric light, said Macksville was now definitely on the map. It was also pleasing to hear the encouraging remarks made by the Shire Councillors regarding future possibilities, and he could almost see himself motoring, over the bridge or up the new road to the tableland.
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Continuing, Mr. Mahony said he would be lacking in his sense of appreciation if he failed to pass a high compliment to the ladies who had prepared the banquet. No compliment he could pay could be overdone. (Applause). He returned thanks for the invitation to be present and for the toast...
Mr. Fotheringham sang "A String .of Pearls." '
The Nambucca District" was pro posed by Mr. Prichard. The district was very solid, he said. In money value the cream industry was in the lead. Timber was the oldest industry, but it had of late years given way to dairying and other forms of production. In his opinion the income from land would he an increasing factor for a long time to come, and would increase in ratio to the improvement in working of the land to increase its productivity. The income from butter alone in Macksville factory in 1925 was £130,000, besides which there were factories at Taylor's Arm and Bowraville and a bacon factory at Bowraville. Last year, which was a record slump on account of a dry spell and bush fires, the Macksville factory's output was £96,000. These facts were a good indication of what the district would stand up to in good times, and under improved methods. ...
The ladies who had provided the banquet then accepted an invitation to descend from their hiding place on the stage and line up in the main hall whilst the toast of their health was being honored.
Mr. Fotheringham was spokesman and said no words of his would adequately express their appreciation of the splendid banquet. Many of those present had had previous experience of the Women's Guild catering, and all he could say was that it was like old wine, it improved with age.
The toast was enthusiastically honored, concluding of course with the usual musical climax.
Mrs. Brunsdon and Mrs. Turnbull returned thanks in a few words on behalf of the Guild.
The last toast was that of "The Chairman," which was proposed by Dr. Hindmarsh, who said that ever since Mr. Welsh had come to live in Macksville he had thrown himself into any movement for the good of the town.
The toast was vigorously, dealt with, and in reply Mr. Welsh said he had only done what any man should do, but he hoped to see another elected as President of the Progress Association at the annual meeting next Monday night.
The ladies and gentlemen then formed a ring round the hall and concluded the very successful function by singing "Auld Lang Syne"and giving three rousing cheers.
Mr. Max Brunsdon played the piano accompaniments for the vocalists.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 1 Jul 1927 Page 4

1927 - PROGRESS ASSOCIATION.
A meeting of the Macksville and District Progress Association was held at the School of Arts on Monday night last.
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The Railway Department wrote as follows:— "With reference to your representations further relative to
the desired extension of the North Coast day passenger train to Grafton, I am directed to inform you that the mail trains are capable of satisfactorily carrying all traffic north of Kempsey and in the circumstances the extension of additional trains to South Grafton is not warranted at the present time." In answer to the Chairman as to whether the meeting desired to take further action, Dr. Hindmarsh said
the letter was "too beastly definite" to justify a further attempt.
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Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 8 Jul 1927 Page 4

1927 - PROGRESS ASSOCIATION. ANNUAL MEETING.
The annual meeting of the Macksville and District Progress Association was held in the School of Arts last Monday night ...
Dr. Hindmarsh, in seconding, said it was satisfactory to know that so much had been done and that the Association had such a small debit to its credit—if they would excuse the Irishism. During the year the Shire Council had made many improvements in culverts and roads, and they had very wisely replaced about £2000 to the road vote because of agitation by the Association.
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Isolation Ward Wanted.
Dr. Hindmarsh, in referring to health matters, said there was one type of work which the doctors were not allowed to handle in an ordinary hospital, that was infectious diseases such as diphtheria, scarlet fever, &c. During 1926 he sent 40 children away for treatment, and Dr. Hardie had sent 20 from Bowraville since arriving there last August. This was not made necessary because of lack of ability to treat the cases, but because of the ruling of the Board of Health that such cases must be isolated. The loss to this district because of having to send such cases away was probably nearly £1500, some portion being represented by expenditure by parents of the child ren for travelling and boarding expenses. Both he and Dr. Hardie would sooner treat the cases in Macksville, thus giving parents much greater convenience, and if a suitable building could be found here they would be only too willing to pay an adequate rent. If they could arrive at ways and means of overcoming the trouble, the town and district would gain much benefit.
Mr. Scott supported the idea, and Mr. McKay, who had previously offered £100 towards a Public Hospital, said the town certainly lost a great deal by the present conditions, and he would see what could be done by next meeting.
Dr. Hindmarsh, Messrs. Stone and Brunsdon were appointed to investigate the "Towns Competition" being conducted by a Sydney paper, and, if found advisable, to enter Macksville for the competition.

1927 - DISTRICT NEWS - NAMBUCCA HEADS
Mr. A. E. Brown and Mr. T. Rowe were the victims of accidents in which motor vehicles played a predominant part. On Friday, whilst coming from Dorrigo with a loaded motor lorry, Mr. Rowe was seated beside the driver. In ascending a steep gradient and when in the act of changing gears, the gear became fast and the lorry ran backwards. The brakes refused to hold. Mr. Rowe jumped from the lorry and was rendered unconscious. He received a lacerated wound on the head, necessitating the insertion of five stitches.
Mr. Brown, whilst riding a motorcycle with side-car attached, on Saturday morning, from the rear of Mr. Fenwick's refreshment rooms, quite unintentionally rode the machine over the embankment on to the main road. He also received a lacerated wound on the chin, and Dr. Hindmarsh inserted five stitches.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 19 Aug 1927 Page 4

1927 - BRIDGE BADLY WANTED. AT MACKSVILLE. SIGN THE PETITION!
For many years the building of a bridge across the Nambucca River at Macksviile has been "in the air," and departmental investigation has been intermittently carried out with out arriving at any definite decision. Fortunately the idea has now emerged from the haze and become an imminent possibility, and so the Macksville people have become more alive to the urgent necessity of such a bridge and have decided to push the proposal to a finality.
In response to advertisement, a public meeting was held in the School of Arts on Monday night to emphasise the people's wishes, and the following prominent residents attended:
... and Dr. Hindmarsh.
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1927 - PROGRESS ASSOCIATION
The monthly meeting of the Macksville and District Progress Association was held in the School of Arts on Monday night...
Dr. Hindmarsh, Messrs. Welsh and Prichard visited Nambucca Heads P. A. meeting on Tuesday night, and discussed the bridge question with the members.
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Dr. Hindmarsh again referred to the need of an Isolation Ward in Macksville, and said that if the owner of the block of land adjacent to the Hospital would put up a building the Department would probably agree to the proposal, and he could guarantee an adequate rest for a number of years.
Mr. Welsh thought it was a matter affecting a private individual, but a letter would do no harm. On the proposal of Messrs. Napier and Welsh, it was decided that the Secretary write to the owner of the land explaining the proposal.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 9 Sep 1927 Page 4

1927 - VALEDICTORY. PUBLIC SEND-OFF TO MR. H. C. HAHN.
Mr. H. C. Hahn, who has been for many years a trusted employee in the firm of Reid and Fotheringham,
has purchased a general store business at Gleniffer, seven miles from Bellingen, and everyone who has
known Mr. Hahn during his long residence in the Nambucca district will surely wish him the fullest success and happiness in his new sphere of labor. Next week Mr. Hahn is be be married to Miss Rene Morrison, daughter of Mrs. Morrison, of Macksville. The ceremony is to take place in Sydney, and the happy couple will subsequently take up their residence at Gleniffer, where we hope their lives will be full of brightness and financial prosperity.
By the departure of Mr. Hahn Macksville loses a young man whose restlessness made him a valuable citizen. Wherever any help was required in a good cause he could always be relied upon to do his bit in any position; often when the physical part of his nature was not what it should be his indomitable spirit survived, and whatever his hands found to do he did it with all his might. In social functions his assistance was invaluable when multifarious details had to be arranged, and on many occasions decorative success was almost wholly due to his artistic taste and personal handiwork. In church work, as a member of the Anglican community, he was for many years a Parochial Councillor and member of the choir of Macksville Church. In Friendly Society Lodge matters he was a valued member, and in the Masonic Fraternity he recently completed a term as Worshipful Master. He has been a valuable worker in the interests of the Agricultural and Horticultural Association, and was Secretary for two years. As showing the confidence reposed in him by the members of the Association, it is only necessary to mention that in the 1926 ballot for Committee he was placed top of the poll, not a single vote being recorded against him. When all seemed bright and peaceful a sudden call came to the young men of Australia to help to keep a belligerent enemy from conquering the British Empire, and so "Harold" in 1915 joined the "Aussies" for that purpose, serving a risky four years as a soldier, a service for his country which must redound to his credit for all time.
In order to show appreciation of Mr. Hahn's lengthy interest in local affairs, a public valedictory was tendered him in the Majestic Theatre on Monday night, the arrangement of the function being superintended mainly by Mr. F. Voisey. Unfortunately, owing to the prevailing 'flu epidemic, many prominent, residents were forced to send apologies for non-attendance, but there was nevertheless a large and jovial assemblage present, and the proceedings were negotiated in a very pleasant and sincere manner.
Cr. Knight, (President of the Shire) was prevented from being present, so Cr. Albert Henderson filled the position of Chairman. Appropriate speeches were made by the Chairman, Rev. J. W. Symonds (Vicar of Nambucca Anglican Parish). Mrs. G. Brunsdon (Church of England Women's Guild), Mr. C. D. Prichard (Vice-president of the A. and H. Association, in the absence of Mr. D. Welsh, President), Dr.
Hindmarsh, Mr. W. A. Stone, Mr. Angus McKay (President of the Progress Association), Mr. A. J. Watts, Mr. A. Young (fellow employee) and Mr. H. A. Fotheringham (who highly praised Mr. Hahn as an employee of the firm and added that he had always looked upon Mr. Hahn more as a brother than as an employee and feelingly referred to their companionship during the war). At suitable intervals musical items were rendered — Mr. Ralph Hardge (employed in Mr. Morrison's motor works) made his debut here as a violinist and gave finished interpretations of "The Broken Melody" and Braga's "La Serenata," Mr. Max Brunsdon supplying the piano accompaniments; the latter also accompanied Mr. Fotheringham in the song "Friend o' Mine." Mr. Alex. Morrison sang "The Little Irish Girl" and Mr. W. Collis vocalised in a comic item dealing with certain phases of matrimony, Mrs. Collis supplying the accompaniments.
On behalf of present and absent friends, Cr. Henderson expressed best wishes to Mr. Hahn, and handed to him a handsome clock (suitably inscribed on silver shield) and a wallet containing £30. Mr. Hahn was visibly affected by the felicitous demonstration, and in a few appropriate words returned thanks to all who were in any way responsible for honoring him, and, as indicating the growth of Macksville, incidentally mentioned that only but a few years ago he remembered that a baker's batch of twenty-four loaves was the daily delivery.
At the conclusion of the formalities, about 10 p.m., refreshments were served, after which dancing became the chief business, and continued till mid-night had chimed, the music being supplied by Mr. Macrae's piano-player, extras being supplied by Miss D. Davis (piano) and Mr. Hardge (violin).
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 30 Sep 1927 Page 4

1927 - PROGRESS ASSOCIATION
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Holes Require Filling.
On the motion of Mr. Welsh, and Dr. Hindmarsh, it was decided to ask the Shire Council to attend to the holes in the streets, particularly between the Star Hotel and Mr. Austin Boulton's residence.
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 11 Nov 1927 Page 4

1927 - LAUNCH BURNT. MACKSVILLE, Thursday.
Charles Cameron's 45ft steam launch, which had not been used for several weeks, was towed to the Railway Wharf at Tilly Willy Creek on Tuesday evening to help in the urgent removal yesterday, of a large consignment of butter box timber for the dairy company. Dr. Hindmarsh, crossing on the Macksville punt early yesterday morning, noticed flames on the launch, which sank.
Source: The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Fri 11 Nov 1927 Page 14

1927 - LAUNCH BURNT.
On Tuesday evening Mr. C. Cameron's 45ft. launch "Iona" was towed to a position a few yards from the railway siding on Tilly-Willy Creek, for the purpose of assisting in removing to the butter factory a large consignment of unassembled butter-box parts, called "shucks."
The work was to have been commenced on Wednesday morning, but unexpected happenings prevented the "Iona" from taking part.
When crossing the Macksville punt shortly after 3 o'clock on Wednesday morning, Dr. Hindmarsh noticed appearances of fire, and after discovering the cause he speeded to Mr. Cameron's residence.
Members of the Cameron family were quickly on the scene, but it was too late to do anything to save the vessel.
It is evident that the fire started below the deck, as the launch was completely gutted from stem to stern before sinking. The completeness of the burn-out can be seen at low tide, the funnel and part of the boiler only, being visible at high tide.
It is impossible even to conjecture how the fire originated, as the launch had not been used, for several weeks, and there had been no fire in the engine during that period. Mr. Cameron, who was working near Jerseyville at the time, arrived at Macksville on Wednesday evening, and he supplies the information that the launch was insured for £450 —Mercantile Mutual £150, United Insurance £300.

1927 - SOCIAL.
A very enjoyable evening took place at the School of Arts on Monday in aid of the funds, euchre and
dancing being the principal ingredients in the menu, the "Three Musketeers" Jazz Band (Messrs. Ralph
Hardge, Max Brunsdon and Mitchell Boyd) supplying the music, Miss C. Forrester' playing extras. Mrs. Ivan Tacon won the lady's prize in the card playing, Mr. R. Wilson the gent's. In guessing the weight of a cake (donated by Miss Pratley) Dr. Hindmarsh and Mr. G. Brunsdon tied with exact weight, and in the "cut-off" the first was last.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 2 Dec 1927 Page 4

1927 - CYCLIST'S' DREADFUL INJURY. MACKSVILLE, Monday.
Hollis Provost, aged 20 years, of Taylor's Arm, suffered a dreadful injury when the motor bicycle on which he was occupying the pillion seat collided head on with a motor car on the road to Nambucca Heads on Sunday.
Provost's right leg was shockingly mutilated, and an examination of the limb at the Macksville Hospital disclosed that a piece of bone about six inches long was missing. This was found at the scene of the accident subsequently, and was brought to the hospital.
Dr. Poate arrived from Sydney this morning, and, with Dr. Hindmarsh, of Macksville, and Dr. Rankine, of Kempsey, amputated the leg just below the thigh.
Source: The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Tue 20 Dec 1927 Page 12

1928 - NEWEE CREEK
Mr. Jack Stuart met with a painful accident a few days ago whilst squaring a girder with his mate, Don Stuart. The broad-axe slipped and entered Jack's leg, necessitating the insertion of several stitches by Dr. Hindmarsh. We are pleased to learn that Jack is doing well.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 9 Mar 1928 Page 4

1928 - PERSONAL.
Dr. Hindmarsh left last week to enjoy his annual holiday, and expected to be away about a month. Dr. R. L. Spedding will supervise the health of the community during Dr. Hindmarsh's absence.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 23 Mar 1928 Page 4

1928 - SHIPPING
ARRIVED.—March 23. 
Zealandia, s.s., 6,683 tons, G. F. Entwisle, from Sydney. Passengers:—Saloon:—
... Dr Hindmarsh...
Source: The Mercury (Hobart, Tas. : 1860 - 1954) Sat 24 Mar 1928 Page 4

1928 - SHIPPING
SAILED.—March 31. 
Zealandia, s.s., 6,683 tons, G. F. Entwisle, for Sydney. Passengers:—Saloon:—
... Dr Hindmarsh...

1928 - DR. HONNER MARRIED At St. John's College - CHAMPION ATHLETE
The chapel of his old college (St. John's), was chosen by Dr. Richard St. John Honnor for his wedding with Miss Kathleen Dooley yesterday morning.
Dr. M. J. O'Reilly, CM., principal of St. John's College, performed the ceremony.
The bridegroom is the son of Mr. William Honner, of Junee, and is the president of the Sydney University Athletic Club, and is the present holder of the Australian record for the broad jump. He also represented Australia at the last Olympic Games.
The bride is the third daughter of the late Mr. J. Dooley and Mrs. Dooley of Murrurundi.
For her wedding gown the bride chose a beautiful shade of pink beaute satin, adorning it with Brussels lace and diamente. Tuberoses, with a cluster of lily of the valley and trails of Cecil Brunner roses, were carried as a bouquet.
Miss Clare Dooley, as bridesmaid, wore a powder-blue frock of crepe meteor, trimmed with crystal, and the best man was Dr. Bernard Hindmarsh.
The wedding breakfast was held at Petty's Hotel, and Mrs. Dooley, mother of the bride, received the guests in a charming frock of black velvet and jet, with hat to match. Mrs. Honner, mother of the groom, wore a navy gown, with Eastern embroideries.
Source:  Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW : 1895 - 1930) Sun 15 Apr 1928 Page 9

Dr. Richard St. John Honner, the noted New Zealand athlete, and his bride, who was Miss Kathleen Dooley, leaving St. John's College at the Sydney University after their wedding in the College Chapel on. May. 4 [1928].
On the left are the best man, Dr. Bernard Hindmarsh, and the brides maid, Miss Clare Dooley.

1928 - VALEDICTORY. CITIZENS' FAREWELL TO SERGT. A. CAPP.
Nearly seventy male townsmen congregated at the School of Arts on Monday night for the purpose of showing appreciation of Sergt. Capp's citizenship during his residence here for the past six years. Several apologies were received for non-attendance.
The company took early opportunity to express their feelings by spontaneously greeting Sergt. Capp with "He's a jolly good fellow" as soon as he had entered the hall.
...
Mr. W. Hindmarsh, who said he had known Sergt. Capp since he was a "nipper," gave a humbrous recital of his own experience amongst the young fellows in Maclean district—mostly Scotsmen — who were the jovial revellers in those days. Concluding, Mr. Hindmarsh congratulated the Sergt. on his well deserved promotion, and hoped that he would eventually make his bow as an Inspector of Police and retire with a good position.
...
At the call of the Chairman, the company then rose and drank the toast with great vim, accompanied by the usual vocal announcement of good fellowship. Mr. Alex. Morrison sang "Friend o' Mine."
...
The toast of "The Ladies" was proposed by Mr. W. A. Stone, whose special mention of Mrs. M. Ryall's assistance in preparing the tables for that function was heartily approved. Mr. Larkey, as did also Mr. J. J. Williamson, supported the toast, which was suitably honored, after which Dr. Hindmarsh vocally impersonated a lady in expressing thanks on behalf of the fair sex.
...
The formal business having concluded with "Auld Lang Syne," harmony and conviviality became the general order, all those already named, with the addition of Mr. A. McNeill and others, contributing to the joyousness of the proceedings until the electric light flashed a hint that the midnight hour had arrived.

1928 - DISTRICT NEWS - NAMBUCCA HEADS
Mr. J. Loughrey met with a slight accident to his shoulder in the match Heads v. Macksville, at Macksville on Saturday last. The thanks and appreciation of the Heads Club, is extended to Dr. Hindmarsh for his prompt attention free gratis. The dinkum man, sport and Doctor!

1928 - MOTOR TRAGEDY.
The people of the Nambucca district were greatly shocked Thursday morning, says Nambucca 'News,' when it was broadcasted that a dreadful accident, attended by fatal results, had occurred, on Nambucca Heads road, one of the best thoroughfares in the Shire. The sad result was that one fine young man lost his life and another is in an extremely dangerous condition.
A short distance from the five-mile peg on the Macksville side there is a curve in the road, the inside of the curve being covered by a strong growth of lantana, which prevents visibility on the road to a great extent.
Shortly after 7 o'clock Thursday morning Cyril Waters, accompanied by Victor Crispin, was driving R. Provost's lorry used for conveying pigs, and was travelling towards Nambucca Heads.
John Charles Pickett was driving a motor-bike, accompanied by Sidney Pacey in the side-car, towards their work at the Macksville Butter Factory.
When portion of the curve had been negotiated, the motor-bike being on the lantana side of the curve, Cyril Waters, recognising the danger, swung the lorry to the left apparently with the object of averting a collision. Then the fearful results happened with awful suddenness.
Portion of the back end of the lorry struck 'Jack' Pickett in the head, inflicting terrible injury, and he died almost instantly. The lorry ran a few yards diagonally across the road and finally rushed, head on to a stump. The impact threw Victor Crispin out with great violence, and it was soon apparent that he was seriously hurt. He was brought to Macksville Hospital, where he was attended by Dr. Hindmarsh (Macksville) and Dr. Hardie (Bowraville) and Nurses Gleeson and Willis.
He received various severe injuries, his left leg being very badly smashed, and he is suffering seriously from shock and loss of blood. His condition at night was very dangerous. He is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Crispin.

1928 - NAMBUCCA ROAD TRAGEDY - VERDICT OF ACCIDENTAL DEATH
...
THE EVIDENCE.
Dr. Hindmarsh deposed: On Thursday, 31st May, I was called to the deceased John Charles Pickett's father's house at Nambucca Heads. There I saw the dead body of a man whom I was informed was John Charles Pickett. I made an examination of the body and found a decompressed fracture of the centre of the skull and a superimposed scalp wound.
There was evidence which led me to believe that there was a fracture of the base of the skull. These, in my belief, were the injuries which caused death. The body was well developed and apparently had been healthy in life.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 15 Jun 1928 Page 4

1928 - REX GORE.
The death occurred on Saturday evening last, at Macksville Hospital, of Rex Wallace Gore, son of Mr.
and Mrs. G. Gore, of Tewinga, near Macksville, at the age of 18 years and 11 months. On the Wednesday week previous to his demise, Rex complained of a pain in his side, which was eventually diagnosed as appendicitis. On procuring medical advice he waited for a few days before undergoing an operation. Feeling no better on the Monday, his parents brought him to Macksville. Before leaving his home his mother made a cup of tea and while drinking this and partaking of some light refreshments a crumb lodged in his throat and caused a fit of coughing.
On arrival at Macksville Dr. Hindmarsh operated right away, but peritonitis set in and no hope of his
recovery was held. He lingered on till the Saturday night and passed away soon after 7 p.m.
...
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 6 Jul 1928 Page 4
 
1928 - VALEDICTORY
As reported in our last issue, the send-off to Mr. F. Voisey was held in the School of Arts on Monday night of last week, and was attended by about 50 representative citizens.
...
Dr. Hindmarsh proposed the health of Sergt. McGrath and Mr. Giovanelli. In regard to the Sergeant, the Doctor said he thought he would fill the position well, and hoped that he would not be kept too busy. (Laughter). Dr. Hindmarsh also appealed for support for Mr. Giovanelli, and welcomed both gentlemen into the league of Old Macksvillians, the residential qualification to that distinction being now anything up to six months. (Laughter).
The toast was lustily honored, and was tersely replied to by the two gentlemen named.
...
Messrs. Voisey, Carne, Wilson, Fotheringham, Hindmarsh, Yoole, Campbell, and G. Brunsdon contributed vocal or elocutionary items during the evening.

1928 - NAMBUCCA
Again sorry to report the illness of Mr. H. O. Ellis, when convalescent he caught a chill, and has been confined to his bed. Dr. Hindmarsh, in attendance, recommended his removal to Macksville Private Hospital on Sunday last for special treatment. There is a vacant chair at our School of Art and all public meetings for the advancement of our important centre, and we sincerely hope our genial friend and citizen will shortly be restored to his usual good health and strength again.
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 20 Jul 1928 Page 4

1928 - VISITORS ENTERTAINED.
The Hastings representatives were entertained at a banquet at Mrs. Gillett's establishment after the match, and after justice had been done to the good things provided, the loyal toast was honored.
Dr. Hindmarsh, who occupied, the chair, then proposed the toast of "The Visitors," and remarked that the Hastings lads had proved themselves sportsmen, and, although unluckily beaten, they had taken things in the proper spirit.
The toast was musically honored.
...
The proceedings concluded with the toast of the Chairman, proposed by Mr. R. O'Connor, Dr. Hindmarsh briefly responding.
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 3 Aug 1928 Page 4

1928 - PROGRESS ASSOCIATION.
A special meeting of the Macksville and District Progress Association was held in the School of Arts on Wednesday evening,
...
On the suggestion of Dr. Hindmarsh, it was decided to ask the Council to make arrangements with Mr. Daniels for a continuous punt service whenever necessary.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 17 Aug 1928 Page 4

1928 - [WEDDING: DUNCAN-HOGAN]
Miss ANN HOGAN, youngest daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Hogan, of Greenwich, was married at St. Mary's Cathedral last night, to Dr. G. J. Duncan, of Randwick, only son of the late Mr. G. Duncan and Mrs. Duncan, of Haberfield.
Mr. A. A. Mackins, the bride's brother-in-law, gave her away. Father McGuire performed the ceremony. The bride carried an exquisite posy of lily of the valley and orchids, with her crystal-headed gown of ivory georgette. Her veil of silver tissue fell from a classical headdress.
The Misses Marie Mackins and Kathlyn Minahan were the bridesmaids. Dr. Downes, the bridegroom's cousin, was best man, and the groomsmen were Dr. Armstrong, Dr. Gearin, and Dr. Hindmarsh. A reception was held at the Australia Hotel after the ceremony.
Source: The Sun (Sydney, NSW : 1910 - 1954) Thu 23 Aug 1928 Page 21

1928 - VALEDICTORY.
On Thursday night of last week Mr. Russell Keir, who had occupied the position of ledger-keeper at the E.S. and A. Bank, and had been a prominent cricketer and footballer here, was entertained by a number of invited friends at Mr. and Mrs. J. Ivers' residence, North Macksville, and received a presentation of a gold pencil and gold collar-stud, Mr. J. Carlton officiating. 
On Friday evening Mr. Keir was again entertained at Mrs. Gillett's establishment and was presented with a gold wristlet watch, Dr. Hindmarsh officiating. 
Mr. Keir has been transferred to Pitt-street branch, and is succeeded in Macksville by Mr. J. Broadbent, from Martin Place branch.

1928 - VALLA.
Mr. Isaac Wyatt recently underwent an operation for appendicitis, performed by Drs. Hindmarsh and Hardie. I am pleased to state he is progressing very well.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 24 Aug 1928 Page 4

1928 - THE BATHS.
The annual general meeting of the members of the Macksville Swimming Club should have been held in September, 1927, in accordance with the rules and general procedure for many years. It was delayed from time to time until May 1st this year, when what was termed the "adjourned annual meeting" was held, at which officers were elected....
Several residents waited outside the School of Arts till 8.15, but none of the chief executive officers were present. Eventually ... It was decided to hold a meeting, and Dr. Hindmarsh (Vice-president) arrived opportunely, and the opening was formally carried out by him.
...
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 7 Sep 1928 Page 4

1928 - FAIR COMPETITION RESULTS.
Following are the results of the competitions in connection with the recent Presbyterian Fair:
... Work Box, Dr. Hindmarsh; ...
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 14 Sep 1928 Page 4

1928 - NARROW ESCAPE.
Another road accident, which may have been attended by much more serious results, occurred in Bent Street, near Dr. Hindmarsh's residence on Thursday morning. Paterson, Laing and Bruce's big lorry laden with merchandise was travelling southwards, and Mr. and Mrs. C. Barber, sen., of Scott's Head, were travelling into Macksville per horse and sulky. When turning the curve it is alleged that the lorry was travelling on its wrong side at that point, leaving too narrow a strip for the sulky to pass with safety. As the lorry swerved towards its right side Mr. Barber, in order to prevent being smashed by the back of the lorry, turned the horse further to the left; the wheel of the sulky went over the head of the embankment, and the sulky with its occupants rolled down the embankment. Those in charge of the lorry immediately pulled up, and assisted to convey Mrs. Barber to the Hospital, and it is stated that she is suffering mainly from shock and abrasions. Mr. Barber had a finger dislocated.
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 21 Sep 1928 Page 4

1928 - DISTRICT NEWS - NAMBUCCA HEADS
Mr. George Newman will long, re member the superstitious 13th day of September 1928, for with the wind running at 70 miles an hour, he was struck on the head with a huge limb six inches in diameter and approximately fifteen feet in length.
He, with Messrs. Maurice Reedy and "Tod" Argent were engaged in cutting timber near Mr. Miller's (Valla), and in the latter's temporary absence they heard a call from George. Immediately returning they found him sitting up smoking his pipe (typical of the great Australian), literally covered in blood from a gaping wound about eight inches long, with the back of the scalp lying bare to the bone. First aid was rendered by Messrs. Reedy and Argent, and a cross-country route was taken by Mr. Reedy to Mr. Hickson's, whose son, Mr. Jack Hickson, proceeded post haste with his car over the rough bush roads to the spot, from whence Mr. Newman was made comfortable and driven direct to Macksville Hospital and attended to by Dr. Hindmarsh, who, after treating the wound, inserted six stitches and ordered him a few days in the hospital for medical observation.
George has now returned home for a compulsory short holiday at least, after his remarkable and miraculous escape from instantaneous death. Incidentally it may be mentioned as an episode the trio's usually selected "safe" luncheon spot was completely obscured and occupied by the head of a fallen large green box tree.

1928 - VALLA
Master Milton Henderson had the misfortune to break his arm while practising cricket at the Valla school one day prior to the match against the Nambucca Heads boys. His mates were greatly upset, as this lad was recognised as a tower of strength to the Valla school team.
Dr. Hindmarsh set the arm, and it is hoped it will not be long before Milton is himself again.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 5 Oct 1928 Page 4


1928 - Usher's Hotel
Among those staying at Usher's during the week were:
... Dr. Hindmarsh. of Macksville; ...
Source:  Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW : 1895 - 1930) Sun 7 Oct 1928 Page 23

1928 - A. & H. ASSOCIATION
The monthly meeting of the Nambucca A. and H. Association Committee was held in the Empire Hall on Friday afternoon.
Present: — Messrs. D. Welsh (President), W. G. Hughes (Secretary), W. J. Ainsworth, L. C. Johnston, W. Kinnear, Fotheringham, Irvine, Finan, Kelsall, G. Schaible, Alex. Grant, C. Welsh, A. J. Rowe, and Dr. Hindmarsh.
...
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 19 Oct 1928 Page 4

1928 - DISTRICT NEWS - NAMBUCCA HEADS
Sorry to report the indisposition of Mrs. P. Smith. Receiving a fall, her ankle was badly sprained, and two small bones slightly fractured. Under the care of Dr. Hindmarsh, Mrs. Smith is making good progress towards recovery.
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 26 Oct 1928 Page 4

1928 - EVIDENCE AT MACKSVILLE.
Adjourned inquiry, conducted by Mr. W. D. Hodge, District Coroner, at Macksville on Tuesday, November 13th.
Lawrence Bede Connors stated I am a farmer and reside at Taylor's Arm, Nambucca River. I remember Sunday, September 9th, last. At about 11 o'clock in the forenoon of that day I had just returned to my home after being away for a day.
I saw Denis Gaskin, an immigrant lad, who had been in my employment for about five months up till the 7th September— the previous Friday—and who was still staying at my place.
He said, "I am going over to see someone." I said, "Well, go; but before you go hunt the horses into the yard." He ran the horses in, and then made off in the direction of Fleming's, a near neighbor of mine. I went to catch a horse, and I saw the horse that Gaskin had been riding running loose; it had not been saddled, but had a pair of winkers on and a rope rein over its neck.
I ran straight in the direction in which the horse had gone. I saw Gaskin lying on the ground, and I picked him up; he was unconscious, and did not speak. I looked for any marks which might be on him and saw a small bruise on the back of his head. There was a small stump about four feet high close beside the body. I looked at this stump to see whether he had hit it, but saw no marks to indicate that he had done so. Just then William Brown, Fred Tout and Michael Alfred Cassin came along and helped me to shift Gaskin into the shade of a tree nearby, and, as he did not recover consciousness, Mr. Brown put him into his car and brought him to Macksville. We called to see Dr. Hindmarsh at the private hospital, and he advised us to take Gaskin straight to Kempsey District Hospital. We went there, Mr. Brown driving, and Nurse Willis attending deceased all the way up. Others went with us to help. Until we arrived at the Kempsey Hospital deceased never recovered consciousness and never spoke.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 16 Nov 1928 Page 6

1928 - RETURNED SOLDIERS. RE-UNION ON MONDAY NIGHT.
The returned soldiers who fought in the Great War, and who are now resident in Macksville and near-by centres, have held meetings recently for the purpose of endeavoring to reorganise themselves into a properly constituted collective body.
Eventually it was decided to form a Returned Soldiers Club, of which Digger H. Carne was elected President, Digger J. H. Campbell Secretary.
In order to give the idea a boost, and encourage returned men to join up, a re-union was held in the School of Arts on Monday night. There were about 40 Diggers present, also about a dozen citizens who for various good reasons did not serve in the war except in a civil sense.
The chief seat at the banquet table was occupied by President Carne, at whose request proceedings were opened with the toast of "His Majesty the King."
Mr. Parnell was entrusted with the toast of "Our Fallen Comrades," and simply remarked that "their names would live for ever."
Mr. G. Brunsdon sang "The Last Muster," and the company then stood and honored the toast in silence.
Digger McCrory sang "Joan of Arc." Mr. F. C. A. Pile then proposed "The Day We Celebrate," Armistice Day, of which their assembling together that night was the logical out come. The re-union was an important function, and it gave others the opportunity of referring to the spirit of sacrifice on the part of the soldiers, for which all were duly thankful. It was also important, because it memorialised the Armistice which gave the whole world relief from the strain of the awful war which had left many marks unerasable except by death. Such a spirit of sacrifice should be inculcated into the minds of the whole of the people.
The Armistice was the safety-valve, but unfortunately the valve had not acted properly on all occasions, since the close of the war — the Empire was going through the stress of disloyalty; but if the returned soldiers stuck together they would help in stabilising everything.
The toast having been honored, Digger Halscombe (President of a South Coast Club), in replying, said Mr. Pile had rightly stressed loyalty and self-sacrifice and what it meant to the country, and at the request of the King the whole world stood in silence for two minutes in token of the great release and the achieve ments of the armies, whose noble deeds would live for ever. Since the war there had been upheavals, but such were the aftermath of any period of great strain. He wanted to impress upon his brother soldiers that they could not claim the whole praise for victory. Several patrons of the Club were present, and he presumed they and others must have done something to keep the home fires burning whilst the fight was on.
Digger Curry recited "The Crew of the Nancy Brig" and also sang the French Marching Song in French.
Mr. W. Hindmarsh offered "Success to the Club," and said he was a member of the N.S.W. forces in
the late 80's, when they carried a sword, lance and carbine, the force being afterwards converted into the
Light Horse. He was proud to say that Sir Harry Chauvel, who led the troops in Palestine, was a friend of his. The spirit of comradeship, which was evidenced by their reunion that night, should be fostered,
as it would surely lead to their own betterment and a better general understanding between them.
The toast was honored with enthusiasm.
Digger Fotheringham, in returning thanks, said the success or otherwise of the Club lay entirely in the members' own hands. It was their desire to have their own room here so that they could meet and, if necessary, transact their business. If all the Diggers in the district put interest into the movement the Club would be a good one, and they looked to the public to help to put the Club on a good financial footing.
Digger Gurnow sang "Trust the Blue Jackets," and recited "Four Simple Fingers and a Thumb."
Digger Boyd proposed the toast of "The Visitors," which had special application to Diggers not yet affiliated with the Club, and the toast was preceded by Freeza.
Digger "Seotty" Wallace, who replied, said he was wondering why he was regarded as a visitor, as he was one of the members of the original club; he asked, "Anyhow, if we were invited here as visitors, why should we have to pay to come in." (Laughter). "However," he continued, "we are very pleased to be here, and there is nothing more to say as you have already told us we are jolly good fellers — we all knew that before." (Laughter).
A Digger hopped in with a suggestion that they should drink their comrades' health.
Digger Wallace: "And being a Scotsman, and seeing that there are more toasts, I think we ought to get
our issue now." (Loud laughter). So the toast was dealt with at once. 
Digger Carne replied: I hope you won't be visitors next time. The organisation is termed the 'Macksville and District Returned Soldiers Club,' and we will be pleased to accept any Digger as a member. We hope, to have a new building, and are looking to Mr. McKay to give it to us, and to Mr. Wallace to fur
nish it. (Applause and laughter). We want the room fitted up comfortably and made available every day for visitors, and I hope you will do your best to make the Club hum. (Applause).
Digger McGrory: I advise unity. Religion and polities — let them go. We never argued on the other side. I live in Sydney, but am glad to be here — this is the best function I have seen in the last 18 months.
Digger Vic Thomson said he and other returned men of the district would be on'ly too glad to join, but
previously they had not understood the methods necessary to become members or the objects in view.
Cr. C. Johnson recited an old English poem pointing a moral of sacrifice.
Digger Stone proposed the health of the "Club's Patrons." It was an accepted fact, he said, that no troops
were better looked after than the Australians, which was due to the conscientious manner, in which the
patrons and others had performed duties in Australia whilst the soldiers were carrying out their work.
When glasses had been tipped, Mr. D. Welsh (Patron) said he thought it a great honor to have been selected as a Patron of the Club, and thanked members. They had all enjoyed the re-union, and the main
object was to keep up the Anzac spirit. They should get a move on, because some who went to the war
were now nearly middle-aged men. He hoped the Club would be some use to the men themselves.
Mr. A. McKay (Patron) he had travelled 2000 miles in the previous seven weeks, through fifty towns no larger than Maeksville, and every one of them possessed a monument of some sort to returned soldiers. He thanked the Club for electing him a Patron.
Mr. W. P. Murray, in replying, said this was his month of remembrance for the death of his son.  He thanked the Club for electing him as Patron — as high an honor as it was possible for him to attain in
Macksville. For the returned man there would always he a warm corner in his heart, and he would be
only too pleased to further the interests of returned soldiers.
Mr. K. Dennis sang an Italian song, Digger Carne rendering "The Pirate Bold" by special request.
In proposing the toast of "Nambucca District," Cr. Johnson said he had travelled South Coast districts
and could state candidly that he saw no part that he would prefer to the Nambucca, which would he a wonderful district when fully developed.
But there was nothing in the district of which they had reason to be more proud than the returned soldiers; when the call came they nobly answered it, and he hoped that now they had united themselves in a club they would have, many more happy gatherings.
In acknowledging the toast, Mr. Wallace endorsed Cr. Johnson's remarks re the excellence of the district and its future possibilities. The establishment of a Club was the finest thing the returned men had done yet, and if carried out properly they would help themselves and help the district. He would make no definite promise, but if Mr. McKay did his part, he (Mr. Wallace) would be willing to consider a reasonable suggestion for helping with the furnishing.
"The Press" was toasted at the request of Mr. H. A. Reid, Mr. G. Brunsdon responding.
Messrs. Gillett and Son were the caterers, and success to them was expressed in the customary way at
the request of Dr. Hindmarsh. 
At the bidding of Digger Hanscombe, the President's health was warmly honored, and suitably acknowledged.
"Dock and Dorris" (by Digger Jock Campbell) and "Auld Lang Syne" concluded the proceedings.
Mr. Dennis contributed to the harmony very considerably by playing the old war favorites and leading, the singing. Mr. M. Brunsdon played accompaniments for Messrs. Carne and G. Brunsdon.
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 16 Nov 1928 Page 4

1929 - NAMBUCCA HEADS.
Mr. Cecil Piggott had a very narrow escape from serious, if not permanent, injury to his eye last week whilst in the execution of his customary work of dissecting the bone from the meat. The knife slipped, inflicting a lengthy deep cut under the eye, also penetrating the eyelid within a fraction of the eye-ball.
After treatment by Dr. Hindmarsh, Cecil is quite his jovial self again.

1929 - TROUBLE IN BOXERS' CAMP.
William Wenand, on remand , was charged that he did maliciously wound Leslie Graham with intent to do him grievous bodily harm.
...
Dr. Hindmarsh gave evidence describing the injuries inflicted on Graham's neck, and corroborating Graham's statement that they were not serious.
... 

1929 - CRICKET
The following will represent the acceptors of the challenge issued by the Macksville and District Returned Soldiers' Club to a benefit cricket match to be held in Macksville on Saturday, March 16. at 1 p.m. sharp: Dr. Hindmarsh ...
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 8 Mar 1929 Page 4

1929 - DISTRICT NEWS - NAMBUCCA HEADS
The familiar figure of Mr. E. Gleeson, the local baker, has been conspicuous by its absence the last week, and upon inquiries, we are sorry to learn he is an inmate of the Macksville Private Hospital, under Dr. Hindmarsh's care, for an affection of the throat.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 15 Mar 1929 Page 4

1929 - CRICKET MATCH.
On Saturday last a cricket match was played at Macksville between teams representing district ex-A.I.F. men and "The Rest." The proceeds were in aid of the Soldiers' Club, but, owing to the unsettled state of the weather, the function was not patronised as well as it might have been. However, the game was keenly contested throughout [scores not reproduced here].
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 22 Mar 1929 Page 4

1929 - CRICKET
On Saturday afternoon last Talarm cricket team defeated Macksville team on the latters ground by 53 runs. Following are the scores:
MACKSVILLE.
D. Hindmarsh, not out ...
TALARM...
Bowling: R. Edmonds 1-9, W. S. McNiven 3-33, R. Renwick 0-20, Dr. Hindmarsh 1-13, A. H. Boyd 1-3.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Thu 28 Mar 1929 Page 4

Dr Hindmarsh (on right) with the Macksville 1st Grade 1929
Charlie Reid is 3rd from left (back row)

1929 - FOOTBALL.
The annual meeting of (the Nambucca League was held in Gillett's Capitol Cafe on March 27th, when delegates were present representing the following clubs: — Macksville "Red & Greens," Macksville "Blues," Nambucca Heads, Valla, Eungai and Warrell Creek. Bowraville was not rep resented, but it is anticipated that a Club from (that centre will join the League.
The following officials were elected for the forthcoming season: ... Patron, Dr. Hindmarsh;
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 5 Apr 1929 Page 4

1929 - SCHOOL NEWS.
Dr. Hindmarsh delivered a very interesting and instructive address to the Super-primary Classes on "The
History, Development and Resources of New Guinea."
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 19 Apr 1929 Page 4

1929 - NAMBUCCA
Sorry to report the illness of Mrs. J. Eichmann. On returning from a holiday trip to Dorrigo district, she took suddenly ill, and Dr. Hindmarsh was called in. Mrs. Eichmann was ordered a rest from her usual active duties, and, although still confined to her room, we are pleased to know she is now well on the road to recovery.


1929 - [PHOTOGRAPH]
PHOTOMATON moods appear to be reflected at Moorefield races.—Misses Phyllis Stinson, Gladys O'Halloran, Jean Rankin, and Dr. Hindmarsh.
Source: The Daily Telegraph (Sydney, NSW : 1883 - 1930) Mon 20 May 1929 Page 7

1929 - A & H ASSOCIATION - ANNUAL MEETING
Annual Ball.
On the motion of Messrs. Fricke and Larkey, the President, Secretary Dr. Hindmarsh, Messrs. Stone, Fotheringham and Kelsall were appointed as supervising committee.
The President asked that the ladies be asked to try and make the ball THE social event of the year. The Secretary said they increased their profits from £18 in 1928 to £30 in 1929, and if they were lucky enough to get two fine nights next year the profit should be round about £40.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 28 Jun 1929 Page 4

1929 - DISTRICT NEWS - NAMBUCCA HEADS
There is quite an epidemic of flu, and, although it is in a mild form, many are confined to their room for a few days. Mrs. W. Birnie's was rather a severe case, and she was removed to Macksville Private Hospital, and from latest reports, under Dr. Hindmarsh's care, is much on the improve.

1929 - DISTRICT NEWS. NAMBUCCA HEADS.
An accident, with rather serious results, befell Mr. Neyland (Engineer of the Dredge "Macksville) on Sunday, 21st ultimo. Mr. Neyland, accompanied by his wife and family and Mrs. Neyland (mother), were motoring to Bowraville, and, when nearing a dangerous bend at end of cutting on the eastern side of Bowraville racecourse, a violent collision occurred with a light motor lorry coming in the opposite direction. All the occupants were thrown about the car, receiving injuries more or less.
Mrs. Neyland received injuries to the head, Mrs. Neyland, sen., bruises and shock, Mr. Neyland cuts on the face, and the children abrasions. After effects intervening, Mrs. Neyland, jun., was conveyed for medical treatment to Dr. Hindmarsh last week.
Mr. Neylands' car, a new Ford, was seriously damaged, and an approximate estimate says it will take a century to effect the necessary repairs. The party had a miraculous escape from death, and this, one of the many trap-bends, should receive immediate attention by the authorities.
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 2 Aug 1929 Page 5

1929 - READY FOR WORK.
The first meeting of the new A. and H. Committee was held in the Empire Hall last Friday afternoon, the following being present: Messrs. D. Welsh, W. G. Hughes, W. J. Ainsworth, E. T. Finan, H. A. Fotheringham, R. A. Wallace, A. J. Rowe, A. Peterkin, G. Schaible, P. R. Larkey, H. Gillett, sen., W. H. Campbell, L. C. Johnston, Alex. Grant, W. Kinnear, A. G. Henderson, G. Fricke.
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Election of Officers.
Dr. Hindmarsh, Messrs. Fotheringham and Ainsworth were elected vice-presidents.
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1929 - MACKSVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL.
A number of citizens have recently shown their interest in the school by making donations that are appreciated by the staff and pupils.
Mrs. J. Austen, Dr. Hindmarsh and Mr. W. A. Stone (patrons of the Girls Basketball Club) donated a basket-ball and two medicine balls; Mr. Purkiss, the iron rings for the basket-ball poles; Mr. H. W. Scott, a vigoro set for 4th Class; Mr. S. C. Boulton, two splendid framed pictures.

1929 - DISTINCT NEWS. NAMBUCCA HEADS
Sorry to report the illness of Mr. H. O. Ellis on the 15th. Dr. Hindmarsh was called in, and a couple of weeks' rest was ordered. We hope to see our old friend in his usual good health and strength again shortly.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 23 Aug 1929 Page 4

1929 - TO-MORROW'S MATCHES.
To-morrow's big attraction — Reds-and-Greens v. Nambucca Heads — will decide the fate of the Sullivan Shield.
Should the Macksville team win, the shield will become their property, but should their opponents gain the day the shield will be in play or at least one more season. The early match between Macksville Blues and Missabotti should also be interesting, as the winners will qualify for the final game for possession of the Andrews Cup.
An added incentive to both Macksville teams to do their best will be the distribution of a number of trophies, which will be awarded as follows: One each for the best back and best forward in each team (Blues and Reds-and-Greens), and one for the best all-round player in each team. The first four trophies have been provided by a number of the sports of Macksville, while the last two have been specially donated by Mr. H. W. Scott. The judges appointed are Dr. Hindmarsh, Constable Yardy, Messrs. N. Eichmann and R. Rowe, with another to be added.
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 30 Aug 1929 Page 4

1929 - WEDDINGS: DENNIS—FERRINGTON
A pretty wedding was solemnised in the Macksville Anglican Church on August 3, the contracting parties being Mrs. B. M. Ferrington, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Burns, of Byron Bay, and Mr. Keith Dennis, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Dennis, Double Bay.
Rev. J. W. Symonds was the officiating clergyman. The church was well filled, and an appropriate musical service was rendered, the accompaniments and the wedding march being played by Mrs. Wood (church organist). The bride (in the absence of her father) was given away by Mr. W. H. Yoole, postmaster at Macksville, he and Mrs. Yoole being old friends of the family.
Sister Willis (Macksville Hospital) acted, as honorary matron, Dr. B. F. Hindmarsh being best man.
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Many presents were received, also substantial cheques. A few days after the wedding, Mr. Dennis received notice of transfer from Macksville Commercial Bank to Wingham branch, and he and Mrs. Dennis left for their new home.
Prior to the wedding Nurse Ferrington was tendered a linen tea, and Mr. Dennis was entertained at a party at the residence of Dr. Hindmarsh and presented with a cheque.
Source:  Northern Star (Lismore, NSW : 1876 - 1954) Wed 11 Sep 1929 Page 10

1929 - FOOTBALL FUNCTION. PRESENTATION OF TROPHIES AT NAMBUCCA HEADS.
At a smoke social, held at the Beach Kiosk, Nambucca Heads, on Saturday night last, the football trophies for 1929 season were presented to the Heads Club, which; scooped the pool this year and won the Giovanelli Cup (Minor Premiership), Sullivan Shield (Major Premiership), and the medals for the winners of the Minor Premiership. Between 30 and 40 gentlemen were present, and these included the Board of Control, League officials, players and officials of the local club, and visitor's from neighboring centres.
Mr. J. Franklin (President of the Heads Club ) was chairman and after the loyal toast had been honored, explained the object of the gathering, and invited Dr. B. F. Hindmarsh to propose the toast of "The League."
Dr. Hindmarsh said that football in this district had made great strides during the last couple of years, and he thought the turning point was when the Macksville team had played in the Macleay competition in 1927. There had been a great improvement since that time, and there were more teams competing now than previously, and the local League was to be congratulated on the success achieved. Good gates had been received lately, and matters were now in a healthy condition, but there was still much room for improvement. As a means of producing better football and enhancing financial prospects for the League, he would suggest that a second-grade competition be inaugurated next year. They should be able to obtain four teams in each competition — every Saturday a good game would be played, and the gate receipts would therefore increase. He was sure that another good year would put the League in a very safe condition.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 13 Sep 1929 Page 4

1929 - FAREWELL
On Monday evening at the Crown Cafe, about 30 male friends of Mr. C. J. Carlton gathered to bid him farewell on the eve of his departure for Fivedock branch of the E.S. and A. Bank. Mr. Carlton has been a member of the Macksville branch of the E. S. and A. Bank for three years, and during that time has interested himself largely in the sporting and social life of the town, as secretary of the Red-and-Greens Football Club and secretary of the Spinsters and Bachelors' committee.
Dr. Hindmarsh presided and spoke eulogistically of the guest, as also did Messrs. Kelsall, Fricke, O'Connor, R. Welsh, Milligan, Broadbent, W. Cobb, B. Houlay and K. Brunsdon.

1929 - DISTRICT NEWS. NAMBUCCA HEADS.
The little boy McCarthy, who was struck by a car at Nambucca Heads on the 28th September and received treatment from Dr. Hindmarsh for a bad gash on the foot and a fracture of two small bones, is now well on the road to recovery. The boy, with other boys, was crossing the street in the congested traffic, and the car driver did all possible to avoid the accident. The parents, Mr. McCarthy (Railway Inspector) and Mrs. McCarthy, and family are spend ing a holiday here.

1929 - DISTRICT NEWS. NAMBUCCA HEADS.
Pleased to report Master George Waugh, who was an inmate of the Macksville Hospital for a few days last week, suffering from a slight attack of pneumonia, has returned home, and is now well on the road of recovery.
Also Master Max Stewart, who was injured whilst attending to pigs feed ing at Mr. Franklin's farm, Valla. Both boys were under the attention of Dr Hindmarsh, Macksville.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 1 Nov 1929 Page 4

1929 - VALEDICTORY. TO REV. J. W. AND MRS. SYMONDS.
A very representative gathering of parishioners, friends and, citizens was present at the School of Arts, Macksville, on Monday night last, when Rev. J. W. Symonds and Mrs. Symonds were enthusiastically farewelled prior to their departure for Smith town, headquarters of the Lower Macleay Parish of the Church of England.
All available seating accommodation was taken up in the hall ...
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Continuing, Mr. Symonds said he was very grateful for help received in making happy himself and his dear ones, and be fully acknowledged personal kindnesses, and thanked Dr. Hindmarsh for his attention.
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1929 - To-morrows Teams.
The following will represent Nambucca Heads to play Yarra-Talarm on the latter ground on Saturday next: T. Argent, W. Brown, J. Donovan, A. Minter, L. Dobbie, G. Martin R. Roberts, J. Roberts, S. Wickham, J. Williams, D. Yardy, F. Henderson. (12th).
The Macksville team, to play the Rising Stars, on Saturday next, will be: L. Baker, Sen., Dr. Hindmarsh,
W. A. Stone, R. Cartaar, G. Welsh, E. C. Izzard, E. J. Dalley, C. Upton, H. A. Fotheringham, A. H. Boyd, A. J. Attwood, W. Graham (12), E. Abbott (13), L. Austin (14).
Macksville Rising Stars will be represented by the following: H. Caldwell, P. Peterkin, W. Dalley, R. L. Edmonds; W. A. Long, W. Hoffman, E. Turner, F. Attwood, R. Brown, A. Simmons, L. Baker, Jun., T. Broadbent (12), K. Brunsdon (13).

1929 - [CRICKET RESULTS]
Macksville v. Macksville Rising Stars.
Macksville had a comfortable win over the Rising Stars on Saturday last by 65 runs. Following are the scores: —
Dr Hindmarsh... 5 [runs out of 110 total.]
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Teams For To-morrow...
Macksville team to play Valla, on the latter wicket: L. Baker, A. Attwood, E. C. Izzard, W. Graham, G. Welsh, B. Hindmarsh, W. A. Stone, R. Cartaar, Abbott, Austen, E. J. Dalley, Upton (12), Boyd (13).
1929 - R C. BAZAAR.
The annual Roman Catholic Bazaar concluded last Monday night, after operating over Thursday and Friday of last week. All concerned in its promotion report satisfactory business, and from figures available the Church Building Fund should benefit to the extent of about £230.
The following is a list of prize winners: Prayer Book, Mrs. Rendell; String of Pearls, Daisy Chapman; Duchess Set, Eileen Keane; Pair of Trousers, W. I. Tacon; Lamp Shade, Mrs. Hartley; Cushion, Mrs. Kearns; Doll, Alma Bowen; Xylonite Set, Martin Keane; Tin of Tea, J. Forrester; Christmas Hamper, A. H. Wright; Cushion, Dr. Hindmarsh...
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 22 Nov 1929 Page 4

1929 - DISTRICT NEWS. NAMBUCCA HEADS.
Mrs. Miller, of Pilot Station Road, was taken suddenly ill on Wednesday of last week, and is now an inmate of Macksville Hospital, under the care of Dr. Hindmarsh.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 13 Dec 1929 Page 4

1930 - BOXING. GRAHAM DEFEATS PODMORE.
Lovers of the "noble art" need have no regrets for having paid the per capita charge for the final local glovedom display which was stadiumed at the Empire Hall on Xmas Eve.
And the financial result again emphasised that a brush between local aspirants always meets with substantial patronage.
Owing to the holiday shopping feeling some of the prelims were late in putting in an appearance, but time did not hang heavily, the popular ref., Billy Byrnes, delivering an interesting lecturette from the ring, mostly on the intricacies connected with a referee's difficulty in deciding what is or is not a "rabbit punch."
The first bout was a three-rounder between two juvenile aspirants — Bobbie Provost and Freddie Podmore. It was a willing go, neither was hurt, a draw was declared —after that there was a bombardment of small coin to the mat, and each lad, with 15/- to his credit, went out with highest hopes of a merry Xmas.
Clyde Hunt (Warrell Creek) was scheduled for a tussle with O. Bleakley (Bowraville), but Dr. Hindmarsh refused to pass Clyde because he was suffering badly with blight in one eye. This was a disappointment, as he can always be relied upon to give an attractive display.
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1930 - HOSPITAL QUESTION. MACKSVILLE 'S NEW YEAR PROBLEM. 
The late Harry Wall [John Hendrick], who died in Sydney on April 4, 1925, left a will (made in 1921) and appointed Matthew Wallace and Donald Sutherland executors thereof.
The will provided £400 for a monument to be erected over his grave in Macksville Cemetery, but the executors thought that too large an amount to be spent under circumstances existing in a relatively small centre, and received legal permission to use approximately £100 for the purpose named.
The real estate was valued in 1925 at £1090, and consists of three small cottages in McKay-street, Macksville, occupied by Messrs. F. Bowen, S. Grist, and W. Cain, a small corner allotment at the corner of McKay and West Streets, and a small cottage in West-street occupied by Mr. J. Goldspring. These cottages, although not by any means modern, have been let at comparatively good rentals ever since 1925. The amount of cash in hand is about £800.
The will decreed that the estate was to be used for the benefit of a Public Hospital in Macksville, if such were established within five years or definite, steps had been taken for its establishment. If no definite steps had been taken at the expiration of five years, the estate was to be handed over to the Children's Hospital at Camperdown.
The matter of establishing a Public Hospital in Macksville has received no solidified consideration from the public, and no meetings have been called during the past five years for the purpose of taking "definite steps" to carry out the terms of the will, which end on April 30, 1930. Moreover, the situation became more complicated by the recent death of Mr. Matthew Wallace.
It is some years since Mr. Don Sutherland left Macksville to take up business activities in Newcastle, and it may be presumed that that fact has precluded any action he might have taken in connection with a hospital proposal if he had continued as a resident of Macksville.
The responsibility therefore to a large extent fell upon Mr. W. A. Stone, as solicitor to the estate, and in order to give the public an opportunity of discussing the matter he called a meeting which was held in the School of Arts on Friday, December 20th.
The following were present: Messrs. W. A. Stone, F. C. Pile, W. G. Hughes, R. Blair (Burrapine), W. D. Hodge, C. H. Sanders, D. Welsh, J. H. Campbell, A. Bennett, J. Latham, P. R. Larkey, H. Moran, H. A. Fotheringham, Angus McKay, A. G. Ainsworth, R. Snodgrass, A. C. Wallace, G. Brunsdon and Dr. Hindmarsh.
Mr. Stone read the will and explained its provisions.
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Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 3 Jan 1930 Page 2

1929 - NAMBUCCA HEADS
Sorry to report the serious illness of Mrs. Jack Eichmann the last week.
Mr. and Mrs. R. Thompson and Mrs. Stewart and family, relatives, returned from Sydney to her bedside, and under Dr. Hindmarsh's skilful care, we are pleased to report Mrs. Eichmann is now a little on the improve.

1930 - NAMBUCCA HEADS
Mr. J. Dodds, ganger at the Harbor Works, had a miraculous escape from death on February 20. Mr. M. Reedy had just left a ledge on the heights of the quarry for Mr. Dodds to take his place, and when the latter was busily engaged, with Mr. Roger Stuart working alongside him, some loose rock fell from over head, striking Mr. Dodds and knocking him down the face of the quarry. He hung to the safety rope until his hands were severely burned, and was precipitated to the foot of the quarry — a distance of approximately 80 feet. He escaped what appeared to his fellow workmen, above and below, as certain death. He received rather severe injuries, cuts and bruises to body and limbs. Mr. Dodds is in the care of Dr. Hindmarsh, and although confined to his room, is making good progress towards recovery. Mr. Roger Stuart, who was working a foot or two away from Mr. Dodds, escaped.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 7 Mar 1930 Page 3

1930 - Smoke Concert.
The annual Smoke Concert was held in the School of Arts on Tuesday night, when there was a record attendance numbering about eighty. The toast of "The Exhibitors" was proposed by Dr. Hindmarsh, who said that after all, when the subject was brought down to brass tacks, the success of a show had to mainly rely upon exhibitors and judges. He could not pass criticism as to the way they carried out their part, because he did not know too much about cows or horses or vegetables— if a baby show were put on he might do better. (Laughter). (A Voice: As a judge, or an exhibitor? Renewed laughter). The society had been very fortunate in attracting, so many exhibitors, who had to be real sports men, because there may be 14 in a class and out of them 13 would be losers, who perhaps thought they should have won—they were fairly represented by a boy that day, who replied, "No, I did no good, but I'll bring something better next year." In regard to trotting, the Association had already given consideration to the proposal, but, as to the prizes, they would have to crawl before they walked. He sincerely thanked the exhibitors for the help they had given.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 14 Mar 1930 Page 4

1930 - NAMBUCCA HEADS
A young boy, holidaying with his parents at Nambucca Heads, accidentally shot himself through the finger whilst playing with a dart gun on the night of 12th inst. Mr. L. Baker conveyed the lad, per car through torrential rain, to Dr. Hindmarsh, who removed the dart and dressed the wound.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 2 May 1930 Page 3

1930 - RED CROSS BAZAAR.
The Red Cross Bazaar on Friday last, in the Empire Hall, was very successful, and netted approximately £30. Mrs. Kelsall was Secretary. Mrs. H. W. Scott president, and Mrs. Caldwell treasurer; the stalls being managed by members of the Society.
Results of competitions were as follows: — Box of Shortbread, Mr. P. R. Larkey; Boxes of Chocolate, Dr. Hindmarsh and Mrs. H. W. Scott; Duchess Set, Mrs. V. Joseph (Taylor's Arm); Cushion, Mrs. W. H. Dalton; Table Centre, Mrs. R. Ball; Vase, Mrs. McCauley; Drake, Mr. V. Weismantel; Set of Saucepans, Miss Eva Smith.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 13 Jun 1930 Page 4

1930 - TO-MORROW'S CRICKET.
The first match of the season will be played between ladies of Macksville and the Macksville Cricket Club to-morrow, (Saturday), commencing at 2 p.m., on the old wicket (top-dressing operations at the Showground preventing play on the new wicket). Charge of admission will be 1/-, afternoon tea will be served at a small fee, and the proceeds will be devoted to Cricket Club funds.
The ladies will be represented by the following: Sister Gleeson (capt.), Mesdames Long, Fotheringham, Graham, Misses. K. Reid, Hindmarsh, O. Welsh, I. Welsh, P. Boyd, B. Boyd, L. Attwood, G. Malouf. Club team: Messrs. Boyd, A. Attwood, Fotheringham, Cartaar, Long, Joseph, Scott, Broadbent, Morrison, Walmsley, Dr. Hindmarsh.

1930 - COLLISION - ON NEWEY CREEK BRIDGE
A very narrow escape from much more serious consequences occurred on Wednesday evening, about 5 o'clock. From information supplied by the police, it appears that Mr. J. J. A. Watson, an eye-specialist who had been touring the Coast in a six-cylinder car, was travelling on the main road towards Macksville.
Mr. John Provost, his wife and small son were travelling per horse and sulky towards their home at Nambucca Heads.
Approaching the eastern end of Newey Creek Bridge, Mr. Provost saw a car approaching and was directing his horse and vehicle to the left side.
The car came onward, however, and crashed into the sulky, the right mudguard of the car striking the sulky under the dashboard, throwing the occupants violently to the road way, and releasing the horse, which careered homewards for some distance, eventually being brought back.
Mr. Watson remained on the scene and rendered all the assistance he could to the injured ones, and Mr. Bruce, nearby farmer, also helped them till the arrival of Dr. Hindmarsh, who conveyed them to the Macksville Hospital.
Mr. and Mrs. Provost received abrasions and bruises, the former having a severely bruised elbow, and his wife a bad cut over the eye, and both are suffering from shock.
We understand that Mr. Watson contends that he was travelling about twenty miles an hour and was deceived by the slow movement of the horse and sulky towards the left side; but Mr. Provost thinks the car was travelling at more like 40 m.p.h., and that the driver lost control of the car. A dented mudguard and broken lamp were the only damages to the car.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 21 Nov 1930 Page 4

1931 - NAMBUCCA HEADS.
Another Christmas holiday has passed, and, despite the financial depression, the beaches were crowded and beach committees were busy collecting fees for further improvement of various recreation grounds. Coff's Harbor boasts its thousands present at the air pageant, Bonville laid down a new cricket pitch and miniature golf course, put a new piano in their new hall, fenced their inner park, and, although Boxing Day's sports had to be postponed on account of rain, £32 was taken at the dance that evening.
Nambucca Heads held its own with the best of them, there being a record muster at that place. Over £60 was taken at the gates, and the dance at night realised about £25. A sports programme was held on the beach and, though entries were small and cash prizes guaranteed, the result was not too satisfactory. The crowd preferred the surf, many were interested in aeroplane rides, and unfortunately we had no band in attendance.
The outstanding feature was the keen competition put up by the Surf Queen candidates, who raised money for the new Surf Club. All three centres put up a remarkably good effort, and the Surf Club account benefited by the large sum of £233 10s 2d. Sister E. Gleeson (candidate for Macksville) won with just £100 clear, Miss Ellis (for Nambucca Heads) was next with £90, and Miss Bellis (for Bowraville) £43 10s 3d.
The crowning ceremony was per formed by Mr. R. S. Vincent, M.L.A. The three candidates were escorted to three thrones built on the sand immediately in front of the surf. The successful candidate (Sister Gleeson) occupied the centre throne, Miss Ellis being on her right and Miss Bellis on her left. The Surf Club members stood as a guard of honor.
Mr. Vincent said that it had been decided to dispense with all formality, and simply to crown the queen with seaweed — which was appropriate, seeing that she had been chosen "Queen of the Surf" for the year 1931. It was appropriate also that the ceremony should be held on the shores of the sea, with the surf beating in and the blue canopy of the sky overhead. On behalf of the community at large, he (Mr. Vincent) congratulated the several, candidates upon the spirit that had animated them throughout the competition.
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The Life Saving Club boys wish to again convey their hearty appreciation to the candidates and all others who did so much to help their institution to a safe financial landing.
The march past by Nos. 1 and 2 squads was an impressive sights despite the fact that their unfinished pennant could not, be used.
Mr. B. Fletcher, instructor-in-chief, thanked the gathering and promised the best that the lads could give in the way of service and civility.
Since last letter, Mr. A. Hall and Dr. Hindmarsh have joined up as associates, and Mr. C. Anderson as an active member.
At the dance at night, Mr. Vincent presented the candidates with tokens of appreciation from, the Surf Club. Sister Gleeson received a handsome cut glass service, Miss D. Ellis a, real Morocco and crocodile handbag, and Miss Bellis a gold wristlet watch.

1931 - COURT NEWS. - TUESDAY, JANUARY 27. Before Mr. Carr-Boyd, P.M. FURIOUS DRIVING.
John Joseph Alexander Watson was charged that, at Newey Creek Bridge on November 19, he did
"drive a motor vehicle furiously in a public street."
Defendant pleaded not guilty, and was represented by Mr. Sheridan. Sergt. McGrath conducted the case for the prosecution.
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There were several fellows about by this time, and I asked two or three of them to assist me to lift the buggy off my front mudguard. We did so, and pulled the buggy off the bridge onto the side of the old North Coast Road. I then said to Mrs. Provost, "I really must compliment you. You are a wonderful woman — you are even cooler than I am. Everything will be all right there. Mr. Bruce will look after things. Now, would you like to go into Macksville to see the doctor? My car is there, and I will run you in. A little tonic might do you some good." Mrs. Provost said, "Yes, thank you." I then heard somebody say, "Oh, here's the doctor," and Dr. Hindmarsh came over.
I said. "Perhaps you would prefer to go in with Dr. Hindmarsh," and Mrs. Provost said "Yes." Dr. Hindmarsh stopped his car on the Old Coast Road, clear of the traffic on the road to Nambucca. Mr. and Mrs. Provost walked down to Dr. Hindmarsh's car and were assisted into it and sat in the back for several minutes, Dr. Hindmarsh applying a dressing to the cut above Mrs. Provosts eye. Mr. Provost then again lifted his arm and said, "I think my arm's broken." Dr. Hindmarsh said, "Oh, that is all right." They then drove into Macksville, and I follow ed. When Dr. Hindmarsh applied the dressing to Mrs. Provost's eye, I said, "Now, you are quite sure everything is all right, and there is nothing else I can do?" Mrs. Provost replied, "Oh, you have done everything possible—it wasn't your fault." Mrs. Provost's first remark was, "Oh, we could not get the horse over." I think that was just a moment or two before Mr. Bruce arrived. She said, "It would have been all right if we had been able to get the horse over," or some words like that. I was not travelling at any thing like 40 or 50 miles an hour.
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Defendant was convicted and fined £10, with 18s costs of court and £3 11s witness' expenses, in default 56 days with hard labor, 21 days being allowed for payment. At the time of the accident Mr. Watson was driving without a license which had expired a few weeks previously), and for that offence he was fined £1; with 8s costs.

1931 - ACCIDENT.
On Tuesday afternoon, whilst playing with other children at the back of the Majestic Theatre, Teddy Hicks, 8-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. "Mick" Hicks, had a nasty accident. He was on a large iron pipe, and by some means the pipe rolled and he fell forward to the ground and broke his left arm between the wrist and elbow. Teddy is progressing satisfactorily under the care of Dr. Hindmarsh, but his little cobbers will be safe from his "straight left" for some time.
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 13 Feb 1931 Page 5

1931 - MACKSVILLE SHOW. - Nambucca Primary Producers' Annual Festival. Great Success in Fine Weather. COMMENTARY. (By CECIL POOLE.)
This wonderful North Coast! What an asset it is to the State of which it is the real back-bone. [lots of waffling not reproduced here...]
A good secretary makes a good Show, and Macksville certainly has both. In the receipt of custom were Messrs. W. A. Stone, W. R. Kelsall and Dr. Hindmarsh. Gee! what a trio! Law, Finance and Medicine! Now, what chance had a bloke of putting one over them? I asks yer! Sergeant McGrath conducted the police work with his usual, quiet watchfulness and efficiency.

1931 - LEAGUE MEETING.
The annual meeting of the Nambucca League was held at the Capitol Cafe, Macksville, on Tuesday even ing last... 
Dr. Hindmarsh and Dr. Shappere were nominated as Patron of the League, the former being elected by a large majority...

1931 - OBITUARY - SUDDEN DEATH OF MR. GEORGE CHAPMAN.
On Monday evening last Constable Yardy, of Nambucca Heads, was informed that the dead body of a well-known timber-getter, named George Chapman, had been found in the bush some eleven, miles from the Valla Road. Constable Yardy at once reported to Sergeant McGrath, Macksville, and immediately proceeded to the place indicated, Bolle Nolla, where he found a number of men—timber-getters, teamsters and settlers—who conducted him to a lonely spot some two and a half miles off the nearest bullock road.
Here were a number of deceased's mates who, with pathetic comradeship, stood guard over the body, the ranges around being infested with foxes and dingoes. Sergeant McGrath in the meantime had communicated with the District Coroner (Mr. W. D'Orset Hodge) and with the deceased's widow, who resides on the Kempsey Road.
Mr. W. H. Dalton, Macksville, was entrusted with the arrangements for the interment, and at an early hour on the following morning accompanied by the Coroner and provided with a handsome casket of polished oak, proceeded to the nearest point possible for wheels to travel— some eight miles in on the Sullivan Road.
Constable Yardy was there with horses for the Coroner and himself, and after a difficult journey arrived at the side of the fallen tree where the deceased was found huddled up with his arms resting on the tree.
Deceased had evidently drawn a newly cut log up from a gorge to the little flat where the trucks—still guarded by his faithful blue dog—stood in readiness to be loaded. He had then detached the team from the tackle and had boiled his billy and had had lunch — death occurring while he sat there.
Mr. Chapman for some months had been working in conjunction with Mr. Clarrie Johnston, and the men had usually gone out from the camp and at the close of day had returned together, but on the fatal morning they had labored in different directions, so deceased was alone on Monday. Late on Monday afternoon a boy named Pope had gone out on the ranges looking for some straying cows, and coming near to the place heard the noise of a team of yoked bullocks apparently struggling far down in the gorge and, not trusting his own ability to help them, went home as fast as he could. On arrival there his father and elder brother set of at once in the direction indicated, and finding the team tangled up unyoked them, afterward searching the surrounding country for Chapman, eventually finding the body as stated. One remained while the other rode off to the nearest telephone to inform the police and get instructions.
On the arrival of the Coroner and police the body was placed on a stretcher, which had been prepared, and a squad of willing bearers consisting of Constable Yardy and Messrs. Herman Frank, Clarrie Johnston, E. and T. Pope, Gillon, Fred. Gaddes, John Laverty, and deceased's eldest son, George Chapman, carried the body for two and a half miles over some of the roughest country in the district.
Arrangements had been made at the camp for the preparation of the body for burial. Mr. Dalton and his assistant, with the help of the police and some others placed the remains in the casket, and it was a sorrowful scene while these hard working comrades stood bare-headed around the hearse paying an affectionate farewell to the unfortunate mate. A touching incident occurred on the difficult journey to the main road when passing a lonely cottage the cortege was stopped to allow of the placing of two beautiful—though hastily constructed wreaths—upon the coffin, the gift of the Tutt family.
From Nambucca Heads the Coroner had communicated with the Government Medical Officer (Dr. Hindmarsh), who made an examination of the body at Mr. Dalton's parlours, Macksville.
Followed by a large number of deceased's friends, the remains were taken to the Church of England, Bowraville, where a service was held — thence to the Bowraville cemetery, where the last sad rites were performed by the Rev. A. E. Warr, in the presence of a large number of Bowraville and district friends.
The Coroner's inquest will be held at the Police Station, Nambucca Heads, to-day (Friday) at 10 a.m.

1931 - TENNIS - EXHIBITION GAMES AT MACKSVILLE.
Despite cold and cloudy weather, with occasional minute showers of fine sleet, a fair crowd of tennis en
thusiasts and others attended at Macksville Tennis Courts last Monday afternoon, when exhibition games were played by a team of State stars, including J. Crawford, Australian Davis Cup representative,
and holder of all the Eastern States championships; D. Sproule, semi-finalist in the Australian champion
ships of this year; D. Thompson, holder of the N.S.W. Junior Championship; and G. R. Reid, who represented New South Wales in the New Zealand tour, who appeared under the auspices of the New South Wales Lawn Tennis Association, and in association with the Nambucca Tennis Association.
On arrival per car from Kempsey, the tourists were met by Messrs. H. A. Fotheringham (President, Nambucca Association), E. Abbott (Acting Secretary), D. Muir (Nambucca Heads), W. A. Stone and Dr.
Hindmarsh, with whom they lunched, and afterwards adjourned to the courts, where Mr. M. Hicks controlled the gate, receipts from which totalled £11 14s 6d.
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1931 - CAR ACCIDENT
On Friday morning last, at about 10 o'clock, Mr. C. A. Reeve, of Nimbin, with his wife and Mrs. McDonald, were proceeding per car, en route from Sydney to Nimbin, along the road from Macksville to Nambucca Heads, where they intended breaking the journey for the purpose of visiting Mrs. H. P. Newman, who is a sister to Mrs. Reeve. When approaching the narrow culvert over a tidal creek near Mr. A. C. Ainsworth's residence at Lower Nambucca (about three miles from the Heads), the car apparently skidded badly in loose gravel, negotiated the culvert, and then, becoming uncontrollable, turned off the road to the right and after tearing down several panels of heavy two-railed fencing finally came to a stop amongst some oak trees. Willing helpers were soon at the scene, and the occupants of the car were transferred to Macksville Private Hospital, where on examination by Dr. Hindmarsh it was found that Mrs. Reeve (who is still in hospital and is at latest report doing as well as can be expected) had sustained injuries to the nose and leg, besides considerable shock and bruises; Mrs. McDonald suffered from bruises and abrasions, but recovered sufficiently to return on Wednesday night to Sydney, where she resides. Mr. Reeve, who was driving, received bruises, and had four front teeth knocked out, but was not confined to bed.
The accident was a most unfortunate and regrettable affair, but those who viewed the wrecked car, which was a large and handsome-looking sedan, were prompted to believe it most remarkable that the result was not much more serious, especially when it was realised that part of the fence penetrated the front windscreen and became embedded in the hood just behind and above the front seat, wherein all the occupants were riding. We sincerely hope the victims will be speedily restored to normal state of health and strength.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 17 Jul 1931 Page 4

1931 - NEW PRESIDENT. DR. B. F. HINDMARSH ELECTED PRESIDENT OF A. & H. ASSOCIATION.
The first meeting of the newly-elected Committee of the Nambucca A. and H. Association was held at the. F.S. Hall rooms on Friday after noon last. Present: Messrs. G. Schaible. R McIlwain. Sen., W. H. Kelsall, L. C. Johnston, W. Sharman, D. Welsh, H. A. Fotheringham, W. A. Stone, A. Peterkin, H. Gillett, E. Milton, W. H. Campbell, R. A. Wallace, R. Welsh, G, Fricke, Alex. Grant, F. Trees, A. Irvine, D. McCauley and Dr. Hindmarsh. Mr. Wallace apologised for the absence of Mr. W. J. Ainsworth. Before vacating the chair, Mr. D. Welsh extended a welcome to the new men on the Committee, viz., Messrs. Sharman, Provost and Trees, who expressed their thanks. Mr. Welsh also explained that Mr. Hughes was in Bowraville on business and could not attend. Mr. Milton acted as secretary for the meeting.
Election of Officers.
Mr. P. C. Basche was re-elected Patron, on the motion of Messrs. Peterkin and Campbell. Mr. D. Welsh nominated Dr. Hindmarsh for the position of President and spoke eulogistically of the Doctor's good work as a Vice-president and member of the Committee. Messrs. Schaible (who seconded the nomination) and Campbell spoke in similar strain.
No further nominations were received and Dr. Hindmarsh was declared elected amidst applause.
Dr. Hindmarsh expressed thanks and said that in taking the position he had an "inferiority complex" as Mr. Welsh had set such a high standard of presidency for him to live up to. However, he hoped that, with the loyal support which he knew would be forthcoming from the Committee, he would at least be able to keep his head above water. As Mr. Welsh was retiring from the position for health reasons, he hoped Mr. Welsh was only taking a short vacation from the chair.
Three Vice-presidents were required and four nominations were received, viz., Messrs.. Fotheringham, D. Welsh, A. Irvine and W. H. Campbell. Mr. Stone was also nominated, but declined.
A ballot was then taken and resulted as follows: Mr. Fotheringham 20, Mr. Welsh 20, Messrs. Campbell and Irvine 13 each. The two "thirteens" decided to toss for the position and Mr. Campbell correctly called "tails."
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Mr. Fotheringham moved that Mr. D. Welsh's services to the Association be placed on record. Mr. Alex.
Grant seconded.
Mr. Stone, in support, said that Mr. Welsh had undoubtedly been the right man in the right place and had carried his duties with dignity, tact and ability.
Messrs. Wallace and Campbell also expressed their appreciation of Mr. Welsh's services.
Dr. Hindmarsh endorsed the remarks made and added that Mr. Welsh had been the "happy mixture" between town and country, and his tactfulness and charming personality had enabled him to set up a high standard of presidency. The motion was carried by acclamation.
Mr. Welsh, in responding, said that he was afraid the speakers had "laid it on a bit thick." His work during his six years in office had been a labor of love, and his term had been very pleasant for him. He expressed his appreciation of the loyal support accorded him by the committees, with a special word of praise for the secretaries with whom he had worked, viz., Messrs. H. C. Hahn and W. G. Hughes. Mr. Welsh concluded with the hope that the Association would continue to prosper.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 7 Aug 1931 Page 5

1931 - SUCCESSFUL BALL AT TAYLOR'S ARM.
In response to an advertisement signed by Mr. R. A. Wallace, a great booster for the Macksville Show, a big crowd visited Taylor's Arm Hall on Wednesday night of last week to thoroughly enjoy a night's dancing and thus help to augment the funds of the Nambucca A. and H. Association. As usual at Taylor's Arm, everyone voted the function one of the best ever. The major portion of the music was supplied by Messrs. Laverty's Jazz Band, extras being played by Miss Ainsworth, Mrs. L. Connors and Mrs. W. H. Yoole, Mr. L. Connors acting as M.C. At a convenient period, Dr. Hindmarsh, President of the A. and H. Association, explained the object in view and thanked the people for their practical help. The happy proceedings terminated about one o'clock a.m. Subsequently, about twenty accepted a pressing invitation from Mr. R. A. Wallace to "finish up" at his home a few miles distant.
There the party partook of breakfast, the chief items on the menu being eggs and bacon, and the unexpected innovation was pleasantly indulged in until nearly time, for the cows to come home, Macksville participants arriving home as the sun was emblazoning the eastern horizon.

1931 - PERSONAL
On Monday night about thirty representative local male citizens assembled at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Boyd to entertain Mr. W. H. Ross, who for several years has successfully practised the profession of a dentist in Macksville. Cards occupied most of the evening, especially "Bridge," of which Mr. Ross is an enthusiastic and able exponent.
At a convenient period several speeches were delivered indicative of good wishes to Mr. Ross, who has sold his business here and will shortly take unto himself a wife in the person of Miss Spencer, a lady well-known in station life in the Barraba district. As a visible token Mr. Ross received a cut-glass jug and goblet set, Dr. Hindmarsh making the presentation, Mr. Ross suitably expressing his thanks. The opportunity was also availed of to extend a welcome to Mr. J. H. Wall, who has purchased Mr. Ross's practice.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 23 Oct 1931 Page 2

1931 - BRIDGE OPENING. FINALISING ARRANGEMENTS.
On Tuesday night last nearly a hundred representative residents of the Nambucca assembled at the School of Arts, Macksville, to make arrangements for various activities on the occasion of the opening of the bridge over the Nambucca River at Macksville — a magnificent free gift to this town and district, and which will remain a permanent memorial to those who in their day and generation did what they could in the best interests of this district.
The meeting was presided over by the Shire President (Cr. Henderson), and matters were finalised to such an extent that the controlling and sectional committees will soon have things in going order.
Messrs. W. G. Hughes and H. H. Mattick were appointed joint secretaries.
Controlling Committee — The President (Cr. Henderson; secretaries, Treasurer (Mr. W. Finlay), Cr. G. Brunsdon, Mr. M. Hodgkinson, Dr. B. F. Hindmarsh, and chairmen of sectional committees.
The date fixed for the opening was Saturday, December 12.
It was decided not to ask for a public holiday to be proclaimed.
The purchase of 1000 buttons was agreed upon.
The North Coast S.N. Co. are to be asked to allow the s.s. Nambucca to be used as a flagship during the
day.
The State Governor. Sir Phillip Game, has been invited to perform the opening ceremony.
The Shire Council has been granted the right to nominate public officials deserving of an invitation by reason of the interest they have shown in this district.
The banquet in the evening will be expected to pay its own way. If the balance-sheet of the whole of the day's activities shows a profit, the amount available is to be spent in improving the river bank on either side of the Macksville end of the bridge.
A subscription list was opened at the meeting, and over £30 was the outcome.
Collectors appointed — Macksville, Mr. B. A. Miles; Bowraville, Mr. Mattick; Taylor's Arm, Mr. R. A. Wallace.
The original idea of holding a street carnival at night was abandoned.
It was decided to ask the Kempsey Caledonian Pipe Band under what conditions they would consent to help in the day's proceedings.
Sectional Committees were appointed as follows:-—Procession: Messrs. D. Welsh (Chairman), Clarke, Hood, McGrath, Hughes, Mattick, E. Adams, C. H. Sanders, Hodge, Fotheringham and A. C. Wallace.
Aquatic Carnival: Messrs. Miles, Yoole, Oxenford, Boyd, K. Brunsdon, R. Ball, F. Field, Malouf and Milton.
Banquet: Dr. Hindmarsh, Messrs. Stone, W. Ball, A. R. Dill; R. A. Wallace and Kelsall.
Attention is directed to advts. re regatta programme, meeting next Monday night, and tenders for the
banquet.

1931 - R.C. BAZAAR.
The annual bazaar in aid of St. Patrick's Church was held in the Majestic Theatre last Thursday and Friday and was continued over Monday (November 19, 20 and 23.) The function each evening was well attended, and all stall holders reported good business. A sum in the neighborhood of £200 should be the nett result.
The following is a list of the prize winners : —
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Bridge Photo, Dr. Hindmarsh;...

1931 - [ADVERTISEMENT]
THE BANQUET TO CELEBRATE THE OPENING OF THE MACKSVILLE BRIDGE
Will be held in the SCHOOL OF ARTS, MACKSVILLE SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 1931 at 6.15 pm - TICKETS 17/6.
Admission by Ticket Only.
Owing to accommodation and the difficulty of catering, it is essential, in order to avoid disappointment, that all who intend being present should purchase their tickets or notify the undersigned of their intention to be present, before WEDNESDAY, December 9th.
Tickets may be obtained from members of the Banquet Committee — Messrs. W. A. Stone, R. A. Wallace, R. Ball, A. R. Dill, W. H. Kelsall and Dr. Hindmarsh.
W. A. STONE, President of Committee.

1931 - [PHAR LAP]

The most popular passenger on the Monowai, which left Wellington for San Francisco towards the end of last month, was Phar Lap, the champion Australian stake-winner, said Dr. B. F. Hindmarsh, of New South Wales, who is a through passenger to Sydney by the Makura from San Francisco. Dr. Hindmarsh, who is returning to Aus­tralia after a holiday visit to Raro­tonga, was a passenger on the Monowai. Phar Lap, he said, was the centre of attraction, and it seemed to become a custom on the boat for the passengers to pay their respects to him every day. "He is the most docile racehorse I know,'' said Dr. Hindmarsh. ''Even when the passengers crowded around his exercise yard, and endeavoured to stroke him, he displayed no emotion at all. He was the most favoured pas­senger on the boat. Nothing was too good for him. The sea journey did not appear to worry him at all, and when I last saw him he was as fit as ever." In conclusion, Dr. Hindmarsh said he was very much impressed with Raro­tonga. It was an ideal place to spend a holiday, and he could not understand why it had not been boosted up more.
Source: NZ Newspaper [title unknown] Monday, January 11, 1931

1931 - PHOTOS OF PHAR LAP TAKEN BY DR HINDMARSH

Phar Lap on Monowai, 1931

Phar Lap on Monowai, 1931


1932 - INQUEST. REGARDING THE DEATH OF MR. G. TEMPLETON.
On Wednesday last the District Coroner, Mr. W. D. Hodge, held an inquest concerning the death of Mr. Gilbert Templeton, who was found dead in his boat last Friday.
Dr Hindmarsh stated: On Friday, 12th instant, I proceeded to Lower Warrell Creek, and, at a point some
ten miles from Macksville, I saw the body of Gilbert Templeton. I found no marks of violence upon it. I concluded from examination that death was caused by drowning following a fainting attack, as was indicated by his position in the boat.
To Sergeant Conrick: Death had occurred some sixteen hours prior to my seeing the body, which was about four o'clock in the afternoon of the 12th instant.
Sergeant Conrick stated: About 4 p.m. on the 12th in consequence of a telephone message received, in company with the District Coroner and Dr. Hindmarsh, I proceeded to Warrell Creek at Way Way. I there saw the body of the deceased, Gilbert Templeton, in a boat which was floating in the stream. The body was in a sitting position, leaning over the side of the boat with the head immersed in the water. I assisted in removing the body from the boat to the bank of the Creek, where it was examined by the Doctor. No marks of violence were found upon the body. I searched the clothing of the deceased and I found one pocket handkerchief, one box of matches, one pocket-knife and a metal watch and chain. The watch had stopped at twenty-seven minutes past twelve. I noticed, in assisting to remove the body from the boat, that the watch had fallen out of the pocket of deceased's waistcoat but was still held by the chain, which was attached through a button-hole, the watch being overboard and in the water. The watch had not run down. From the appearance of the face and the rigidity of the limbs I should say that death had occurred some hours prior to the time when I saw the body. I had observed the deceased during the past six months, since I first came to Macksville. I knew that he carried the Warrell Creek mail from and to the Post Office at Macksville. In my opinion deceased was a sober and careful man, apparently healthy and strong, with a smart and military-like bearing. He face usually was rather flushed and gave me the impression that he might be the subject of blood pressure.
Agnes Murray Catherine Gow Templeton stated: I am the widow of the deceased, Gilbert Templeton, and reside at Way Way, Warrell Creek. I last saw my husband in life at Warrell Creek, near to McLeod's Wharf, beside the fishing boat, on the 11th instant, at about ten minutes past seven in the evening. For some time past he had been complaining of having a pain in his head, but otherwise he was in his usual good health and strength. He was cheerful and contented and was not worried about anything. He frequently went fishing alone at night, but sometimes I went with him. He usually returned from fishing at between seven and nine o'clock in the morning. As he did not return at the usual time on the morning of the 12th I became anxious about him, and I saw Mr. Frank McLeod and asked him to have a look down the Creek. Mr. McLeod said he would go, and I then returned to our house. I did not see my husband any more after that.
To Sergeant Conrick: Deceased's life was not insured, and he did not own any property. My husband had been a soldier and served in the Forty Second Highlanders ("The Black Watch"). He was born in Scotland and had been in Australia about 25 years. He had previously complained of blood pressure and he used to say that his heart was not too good. He led a quiet life and was always cheerful. He never made a will.
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Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 19 Feb 1932 Page 2

1932 - VALLA
Master Clarrie Graham had the misfortune to break his leg while riding his horse after a beast. The
horse fell and rolled on his leg. It is pleasing to report that the young lad is now doing well under the
treatment of Dr. Hindmarsh, and everybody wishes the boy a speedy recovery.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 26 Feb 1932 Page 6

1932 - LOCAL AND GENERAL
Mr. W. A. Stone, the well-known solicitor of Macksville, had a run over to Kempsey Monday last with Dr. Hindmarsh, a change from hospital where he has been some weeks since injuring a foot at Congarini punt.
Source:  The Macleay Chronicle (Kempsey, NSW : 1899 - 1952) Wed 2 Mar 1932 Page 4

1932 - SAD OCCURRENCE. SAFETY RAZOR BLADE CAUSES LOSS OF FOOT.
The careless throwing of dangerous articles into the public street was attended with very serious results last week-end in Macksville.
Ray Sanders, 10-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Sanders was playing in Cooper-street, near the home when his screams attracted his father, who found the boy's left foot bathed in blood.
Shortly afterwards an examination was made by Dr. Hindmarsh, but as the boy had eaten a hearty meal
just before the occurrence it was deemed unwise to put him under an anaesthetic then.
At the earliest moment advisable an operation was performed and a complete safety-razor blade, was extracted from the foot.
On Monday it was found that gangrene had set in, so Ray was hurried to Kempsey Hospital where it was deemed necessary to amputate the leg below the knee in an endeavor to save his life.
At 8 p.m. on Thursday night a telephone message to the "News" from the Nurse at Kempsey Hospital stated that the lad's condition was extremely serious, and that the only cheerful thing to be said was that "while there's life there's hope."
Mr. and Mrs. Sanders were, of course, in close attendance at the Hospital.

1932 - TENNIS NOTES.
At the annual meeting of the Macksville Tennis Club, held on Tuesday, 8th March, the following officers were elected for the ensuing year: President, Mr. H. A. Fotheringham; Vice- presidents: Dr. Hindmarsh, Messrs. Dill and Stone; Secretary, Mr. Clark; Treasurer, Mr. Austen; Committee: Messrs. Lane, Cullip, Best, McGrath, Knight, Hicks, Cartaar, Chapman, Mesdames Fotheringham, Clark and Austen, Miss Malouf; Auditors: Messrs. Kelsall and Caldwell.

1932 - VALEDICTORY. TO REV. A. ROBENS AND MRS. ROBENS.
The various religious; bodies in this district, particularly the Methodist section, were represented at the Methodist School Hall on Tuesday night last, when a farewell evening and presentation were tendered Rev. A. Robens and Mrs. Robens on the eve of their departure for Coopernook, to the charge of which Methodist Circuit Mr. Robens was recently appointed.
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Whilst he was loth to mention names, Mr. Robens said he could not pass without men tioning Dr. Hindmarsh and Sister Gleeson, whose kindness in times of illness would never be forgotten.
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1932 - OPENING CEREMONY. [NAMBUCCA SHOW]
The opening ceremony took place at the entrance to the main pavilion at 2 p.m. on Wednesday. Mr. R. S. Vincent, M.L.A., assisted by Mr. P. C. Basche (Patron), performed the ceremony.
Mr. Basche said it gave him much pleasure on behalf of the Association in addressing the gathering in conjunction with Mr. Vincent. The opening ceremony was more or less a formal matter — some shows cut it out altogether while others invite the Governor-General to open the show. The Nambucca Show As sociation came into the show business late in the day and missed a good deal of the government grants that used to be given to agricultural societies before the war. However, the community spirit was highly developed on the Nambucca, and with voluntary labor great improvements had been made. He (Mr. Basche) congratulated the Committee on having a good president and secretary, and on the improvements made to the ground. (Applause.)
Mr. Vincent said he appreciated the honor conferred on him to declare the show open. It was a pleasure to learn that the show was a record in every respect. The previous record was in 1929 — that record had been eclipsed this year.
This indicated progress, and after all it was to the show that we must come to see what the district can do. If the show is not up to the knocker the district receives a setback. Mr. Vincent also said he was pleased to see friends present from the Macleay, Bellinger and other parts of the district. He paid a tribute to the dairymen of the district, State and Commonwealth for the splendid effort they are making to pull Australia out of the morass, and considered their efforts were to be commended in the highest degree.
It was Mr. Vincent's opinion that to create a greater demand for our produce and lowering the cost of production would achieve a better result all round than making prices higher. Mr. Vincent said he did not want to touch on politics, but he was not pleased to have been called to Sydney for the opening of Parliament and then told to go home again. Parliament, in Mr. Vincent's opinion, had developed into a farce.
He (the speaker) congratulated the Association on the election of officers who were doing their work so well, as was shown there that day. (Applause.)
The President (Dr. Hindmarsh) said he took the opportunity to say how pleased they were with the success they had achieved. It must be better in the future. He thanked all the judges, stewards and assistants for their services, and particularly the ladies who conducted the stall — they saved much expense.
Dr. Hindmarsh then moved a vote of thanks to Messrs. Vincent and Basche, which was carried by acclamation.
Mr. Basche said it was a pleasure to visit the show and meet numerous friends. "Standing here," said Mr. Basche, "looking at that glorious parade, I am delighted. The parade is one worthy of any show in the State — even including the Royal Show. I hope you will go on to greater things and that even the substantial progress made this year will be eclipsed." (Applause.)
Mr. Vincent briefly returned thanks and called for three cheers for the President, Secretary and Committee of the Agricultural Association.
Dr. Hindmarsh, in acknowledging the cheers, said he did not think any other body of men could be found that has put so much work in as had been done on that ground. They were a team that pulled wonderfully well together and are very progressive.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 29 Apr 1932 Page 3

1932 - SMOKE SOCIAL. THREE CUPS OFFERED FOR COMPETITION NEXT YEAR.
The smoke social was held on Tuesday evening in the School of Arts. The President— Dr. B. F. Hindmarsh — presided over a gathering of about sixty men. On the President's right was the Society's Patron, Mr. P. C. Basche, and on his left Mr. G. B. Waller, judge of the horse section.
A very happy time was spent in partaking of refreshments and listening to some very interesting and in formative speeches. Mr. Lock McKay and Mr. Yoole sang songs for the company and Mr. Voisey told a few stories. The applause which greeted their items evidenced the pleasure of the gathering. The ladies who prepared the tables are to be congratulated on their efforts, which went a long way towards making the function a success. During the musical items Mr. J. H. Wall presided at the piano.
The first toast, "The King," was proposed by the chairman. Apologies were read from Messrs. Bavin, Bruxner, Vincent and Jarvie, M's.L.A., who, the chairman said, were engaged in a battle in Macquarie Street. Messrs. R. Kesby, Pearce and M. Mahony, three of the judges, also sent apologies for non-attendance, and left word to say how much they had appreciated the hospitality of the Committee. Mr.McNally, of the Bellinger Shire, had also passed some very complimentary remarks about the Show before he left for home.
"Judges and Visitors" was offered by Dr. Hindmarsh, who in his remarks, said: "I assure you gentlemen my presidency is only to give Mr. Welsh a holiday, and the holiday is fast drawing to a close." (Laughter.).
Continuing, Dr. Hindmarsh said he hoped all judges and visitors would enjoy themselves. They depended a good deal on the judges. The highest compliment they had paid the judges in asking them to come again. The people appeared to have confidence in the Committee's selection of judges who appear to have given satisfaction for years past. "A judge can only please one person," said the speaker. "Some of us may think the judge a fool, but when I look back upon the judges we have had and the fact that visiting exhibitors come back again, I feel the judges are giving satisfaction. Each judge is a specialist in his own line, prepared to back his own opinion, and prepared to give advice. I think the experience of other people is a very excellent thing, and tends to promote and push our Show forward as it is going forward."
The speaker hoped the judges and visitors, in responding, would tell them what they thought of the Show and the ground, and if they had any criticisms to offer not to be afraid to tell them, "but to temper justice with, mercy!" "We have made efforts to be progressive without much means," said the chairman, "and we will have to continue so for years to come under the conditions of the country to-day. I am pleased to see so many visitors from other Shires and associations." (Applause.)
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CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERS (PAST AND PRESENT).
Sitting— (Left) DR. B. F. HINDMARSH, President; (Right) MR. D. WELSH, who retired last year after 5 years' as President.
Standing— (Right) MR. P. R. LARKEY, Secretary; (Left) MR. W. G. HUGHES, who retired last year after 5 years' as Secretary.

1932 - Macksville' s Record Show - Fine weather crowns great exhibition
To have the good fortune to register a "record Show" during one's first year of office is sufficient to create a commendable feeling of personal satisfaction, and D. B. F. Hindmarsh is naturally elated that such a satisfactory result has crowned his first year as president of the Nambucca A. and H. Association. Dr. Hindmarsh fully appreciates the constant and competent work rendered by his executive officers, the committeemen, the exhibitors, and the ladies who controlled money-making concerns, and through the medium of the "news" he expresses profuse thanks to everybody.
The Secretary (Mr. P. R. Larkey) had a broad smile on his face when interviewed yesterday afternoon. Mr. Larkey said, "tell the world that if it wants to see my smile any bigger it will be necessary to shift my ears!"
The nett takings at the gates this year were £168 15s 6d, compared with £127 6s last year, an increase of £41 9s 6d. The ice cream and fruit stall totalled £39 19s 11d, while the two weight guessing competitions brought in £14 15s. Ground rents were much greater than last year. The entries showed an increase of 600, the total being over 2,300. Last Thursday a social function was held at Warrell Creek, and a nett result of £13 4s was obtained. An amount totalling £98 was received from small functions held in various centres during the year.

1932 - A. & H. ASSOCIATION - SPRING SHOW PROBABLE.
No doubt occasioned by the culmination of the year's work in a record show, general feelings of joyful satisfaction permeated the monthly committee meeting of the Nambucca A. and H. Association, held last Friday, and optimistic plans for future operations were discussed, the most important of these being a suggestion that the Association hold a spring carnival this year.
The following members were in at tendance: Dr. Hindmarsh (President) ...
The President said the question had arisen as to whether it would be possible to run a one-day spring show or carnival. The time is coming, he said, when, for one year at least, Macksville should fall into line with the larger centres. Brisbane Show would be followed by Kempsey's spring attraction, and Macksville, if they followed up with a decent programme, attracting the very best horses, could hardly go wrong.
Another matter for consideration was the suggestion to hold a novice cattle show, it being apparent that the smaller breeders had been bluffed by large prize winners and therefore did not exhibit at the annual show. If it were deemed advisable to carry out the suggestions, then organisation and preparations must commence immediately.
...

1932 - NAMBUCCA HEADS. Presentation of Football Blazers.
The dance in aid of the Nambucca Heads Football Club on Wednesday night of last week was a decided success, and this, to a great extent, was due to the untiring efforts of the committee who did their utmost to make the function attractive, and to those lovers of the light fantastic who came in numbers from considerable distances to swell the happy throng and to give the football boys a help along financially.
Willing hands worked late into the Tuesday night previous in order to make the hall a fit place for the many pretty dresses and happy faces that were in evidence.
The distribution of the football blazers by Dr. Hindmarsh added to the lively scene, even the wee mascots (Masters Jackie Eichmann and Billy Graham) receiving one each of these. The sum of £13 13s was taken at the door, and 24/- was received for a sale of jazz caps, Mr. J. Eichmann winning the prize for this competition. This same gentleman was also presented with a blazer in appreciation for his help, financially and otherwise, not the least of which was a record of twenty-three years of continuous football, in one season of which he scored 98 points individually. A bountiful supply of refreshment was produced by the ladies, whose assistance is a vital factor in all such functions.

1932 - BOY'S MISFORTUNE.
Last Saturday afternoon, whilst indulging in a friendly game of football with his pals at Nambucca Heads, Ivan McMorrine, about 14 years of age, had his left arm broken below the elbow in the same place as it was broken only about a month ago. He was brought to Macksville and received attention from Dr. Hindmarsh, and is now progressing favorably. Sympathy is extended to "Tom" and Mrs. McMorrine in their run of bad luck just now.

1932 - SCOTTISH FAIR opened by Mrs. R. R. Vincent.
The Scottish Fair, in aid of the funds of the Presbyterian Church, is now in full swing, and will conclude this Friday night. The stalls are, or were, well filled with excellent displays of edibles, clothing, nic-nacs, &c.
On Thursday afternoon, at 3 o'clock, the official opening took place. Rev. G. J. Stevens, in introducing Dr. Hindmarsh, said, he had found him a good friend and knew him to be a good sport.
Dr. Hindmarsh, who interspersed his speech humorously, apologised for the absence of Mr. R. S. Vincent, M.L.A., with whom they were all in sympathy in his big venture as a Cabinet Minister, and wished him every success in his big work. Regarding the bazaar, the appearance of the stalls proved the existence of "workers," and he hoped the spenders would also make their presence felt.
After announcing the receipt of three special donations in cash, Mr. Stevens said they were very pleased
to have with them Mrs. Vincent, wife of our esteemed member who was now The Hon. R. S. Vincent. He asked Mrs. Vincent to convey to her husband their hearty approbation of his elevation to Cabinet rank.
Mrs. Vincent, who was received with loud applause, said she felt it a great honor to be asked to open the
Fair, and was very glad to be able to come and do so. She was not a speech-maker, but desired to express the hope that the Fair would be a very great success. She was present when her husband opened the Fair last year, and by the present appearance of the stalls she thought the display was better than last year.
There was ample evidence of co-operation and good-fellowship, which it was very pleasing to note. On behalf of her husband she thanked them for their appreciation and good wishes, which she would personally convey to him on Saturday next Mrs. Vincent then formally declared the Fair open.

1932 - SCHOOL OF ARTS - SUCCESSFUL YEAR'S OPERATIONS.
The annual meeting of subscribers to the Macksville School of Arts was held on Monday night, but the attendance was not large, which fact may be taken as indicative of confidence in the management of the Institute.
The President (Mr. W. R. Kelsall) made a verbal report of matters dealt with during the past year's operations, and expressed the opinion that the results were very satisfactory considering the general
circumstances.
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The seats on the Committee held by Mrs. Yoole, Miss Hindmarsh, and Mr. Wilkie (now in Queensland) were rendered vacant at their request, and the new committee are Mr. Kelsall (re-elected President), Mr. Walmsley (re-elected Secretary), Mr. Stone (re-elected Treasurer), Mrs. G. Brunsdon (Vice-president), Mr. Giovanelli (V.P.), Mesdames Long, McKay, Wall and Best, Mr. J. B. Davis, and Dr. Hindmarsh.
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 22 Jul 1932 Page 2

1932 - PERSONAL
Mr. Eric Abbott, for the past three years 'on the counter' at the Macksville branch of the Commercial Bank, was entertained by friends at Dr. Hindmarsh's residence, and was presented with a fountain pen and pencil. Mr. Abbott has been transferred to Maclean branch.
Source: The Northern Champion (Taree, NSW : 1913 - 1954) Wed 3 Aug 1932 Page 2

1932 - A. & H. ASSOCIATION - FIRST MEETING OF NEW COMMITTEE.
The first meeting of the newly-elected committee of the Nambucca A. and H. Association was held last Friday, and of 30 members the following were present: Dr. Hindmarsh (chair) ...
Dr. Hindmarsh, in opening the meeting, congratulated those who survived the poll, and heartily welcomed the new members, who, he felt sure, would make good committeemen. He hoped all members would "get their coats off " in preparation for a lot of necessary, work in the future.
Messrs. Hall, Dill and Playford, three of the five newly-elected members, returned thanks for the chairman's remarks, and expressed intentions of doing their best in the interests of the Association.
The only business arising from the minutes (adopted on the motion of Messrs. Fotheringham and Rowe) was an application by Mr. Pearce for boxing rights at next show. The request was granted on the motion of Messrs. Fotheringham and Campbell, the fee being fixed at £10.
Election of Officers.
The meeting then proceeded with the election of officers for 1932-33. For the position of Patron, Messrs. Fricke and Ainsworth nominated Mr. P. C. Basche, who was elected unopposed.
The chairman spoke highly of the excellent work rendered in the past by Mr. D. Welsh, whom he nominated as President. Mr. D. Welsh, in declining nomination, said his "holiday" had not been nearly, long enough. He congratulated Dr. Hindmarsh on his fine record as head of affairs during the past, year, and nominated the Doctor for the post.
In seconding the nomination, Mr. Campbell spoke in complimentary terms of the Doctor's stewardship,
as did also Mr. Ainsworth, who supported the nomination. Dr. Hindmarsh, who was declared elected as President, returned thanks for endorsement of his actions in the past, and felt that he now knew a little more concerning show activities than he did twelve months ago. The secretary was deserving of highest praise for much hard work during the year, and committee men had also contributed largely to the success of the recent show. He hoped that the Association would continue to progress in the future.
Messrs. D. Welsh, Fotheringham and Campbell were re-elected Vice-presidents, on the motion of Messrs. Hall and Ainsworth. Mr. Kelsall was re-elected Treasurer, on the motion of Messrs. Campbell and Hughes, the President remarking, "He's in for a headache this year!"
...
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 5 Aug 1932 Page 1

1932 - CRICKET. ANNUAL MEETINGS. Macksville Club.
The annual meeting of Macksville Cricket Club was held at the Blue Cafe on Monday night last.
The balance-sheet disclosed a small credit, which was considered gratifying in view of the fact that the
club commenced last season with a large debit.
The following officers were elected for the ensuing season: ...Vice-presidents, Dr. B. Hindmarsh, Messrs. Clarke and Stone; ...
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 26 Aug 1932 Page 3

1932 - PERSONAL.
Dr. Hindmarsh, of Macksville, is enjoying a few days' well-earned rest at Port Macquarie.
Source: The Port Macquarie News and Hastings River Advocate (NSW : 1882 - 1950) Sat 27 Aug 1932 Page 4


1932 - VALLA DOINGS.
The Ball held at the Valla Hall, on Wednesday night, in aid of the Nambucca Agricultural and Horticultural Association was a magnificent success; cars and other modes of transport headed for Valla; realising that a good entertainment was in store. Patrons were rewarded with an excellent time, which was gratifying as many had journeyed many miles from Taylor's Arm, Macksville, Bowraville and Nambucca Heads, &c. Mr. W. Campbell was instrumental to a large measure in making the event such a phenomenal success, having left no stone unturned to organise and make all preliminary arrangements. Dr. Hindmarsh, President of A. and H. Association, had a few words to say to the gathering. After thanking patrons for their united support, he added that "The need for building up their finances was for the purpose of stabilising the committee's position for the forthcoming carnival to be held in November. The financial result was excellent, which the social part was likewise, and therefore the committee can say, 'Well done, Bill!' " Mrs. and Miss Stuart, of Newey Creek, provided the music, while Mr. Graham, Sen., acted as M.C.

1932 - [PERSONAL]
Mr. W. A. Stone, of Macksville, spent the week-end at Port Macquarie, returning to that town with Dr. Hindmarsh on Monday.

1932 - GOLF NOTES
In the 18-Hole Stroke Competition, played last Saturday on Macksville Links, Mr. G. Hughes and Dr. Shappere tied with 56 net, and the playoff was won by Mr. Hughes. Scores were: G. Hughes 86-30-56, Dr. Shappere 78-22-56, A. R. Dill 95-30-65, W. Stone 96-30-66, R. A. Napier 97-30-67, W. R. McGee 79-11-68, Dr. Hindmarsh 93-24-69, A. Sullivan 104-24-80, Phillpott 102-24-88, J. H. Wall 138-30-108.
The draw for the 18-Hole Stroke Competition to be played to-morrow (Saturday) is: Stone-Napier, Chapman-Hall, Sullivan-Phillpott, Wall-Cox, Dill-Shappere, McGrath-Hughes, McGee-Clarke, Austen-Burch, Attwood-Giovanelli, J. Campbell-Kelsall, Hindmarsh-Luscombe, Gibbard bye.

1932 - AU REVOIR! TO HON. R. S. VINCENT, MRS. VINCENT AND FAMILY AT NAMBUCCA HEADS.
One of the principal social functions of the year was held at Nambucca Heads School of Arts on Thursday, night of last week, when a valedictory was tendered to Hon. R. S. Vincent (Minister for Mines and Forests) and his wife and family prior to their departure for the Metropolis, where the stress of work has obliged Mr. Vincent to reside.
The hall was tastefully decorated for the occasion chiefly by ladies working on the committee, and a bountiful supply of appetising food was supplied by the ladies of the district.
...
Mr. C. S. Wilson conveyed the best wishes of the Bellinger section of the electorate, whilst Mr. R. Beer spoke for Nambucca Heads, and Mr. A. H. Hall for Macksville; Dr. Hindmarsh characteristically expressed every good wish for their guests' future health; Mr. Buckman spoke feelingly of the sympathy and consideration which the electors always had received from their representative.

1932 - INQUESTS
Conducted at Macksville on Monday last by the District Coroner, Mr. W. D. Hodge, J.P.
SILAS LYALL FORRESTER.
Constable J. P. Quinn, of Macksville, gave formal evidence of the results of his examination shortly after the accident.
Percy T. M. Davey, laborer (residing at Newee Creek, stated: I remember the 22nd day of September last.
On that day I was at work with the deceased, Silas Lyall Forrester, on his property at Newee Creek. We
went to catch a horse at about thirty or forty yards from deceased's late residence. 
...
Deceased's wife then arrived, also his mother (Mrs. H. W. Forrester) and his sister-in-law (Mrs. Henry Forrester). I immediately went for the doctor " (Dr. Hindmarsh). I found the rope attached to his feet and
legs. The horse had drawn deceased some twenty-nine or thirty yards from where it ran off to the stump
where the rope broke, and of that distance deceased had been dragged on the ground some three or four
yards. The horse gathered a good trotting pace, and when it started it was impossible for any man to hold it. The horse was young, but had been handled for some days before the accident by deceased and also by myself. The horse was quiet and good tempered and has been handled since by a neighbor. I have done five years horse-breaking and this is the first accident I have had. We —deceased and I — took all usual precautions against accidents. It is the usual practice to catch the horse in the paddock. This horse had been handled on nine previous occasions to my knowledge and was sufficiently
quiet to catch in the paddock. The deceased was not, in my opinion, much of a horseman, although he had been accustomed to using plough and other quiet horses. A halter had previously been on this horse,
but was taken off on the day before the accident. I returned with Dr. Hindmarsh and found the body still in the same place. Sister Gleeson, from the Macksville Hospital, was with the doctor. After the doctor's examination the body was removed to his mother's residence. A heavy rainstorm occurred just before, the accident— the grass was wet and the horse was running downhill. A second rainstorm occurred while the doctor was examining the body. I have, known deceased for the past fifteen or sixteen years. He was sober and industrious. During the day up to the time of the accident he had not had any intoxicating drink. Deceased was an active man and had no disabilities which might hinder him in trying to free himself from the rope.
Ethel May Forrester, Widow of the late Silas Lyall Forrester, stated: I remember the 22nd of September last. During that day my late husband was at home with me — he was working on the farm. At about 2 p.m. Mr. Percy Davey, brother-in-law of my husband, arrived and accompanied my husband out to where our horse was and caught the horse.
I saw Percy catch the horse and the deceased was helping him. I saw the deceased hand the rope with the clip to Mr. Davey — I also saw the latter put the bit in the horse's mouth and the bridle over one ear. There were two dogs near to the horse and behind my husband. Later the men and the horse were behind the dairy and out of my view, but I heard a noise as of a horse rearing. I then ran out to the fence where I could see what was going on. When I got in sight deceased was on the ground, and Mr. Davey was at his head lifting him up. 
...
Dr. Hindmarsh deposed that he examined the body and found a wound about 8 inches long across the lower abdominal wall, also a depressed fracture of four ribs on the right side of the chest over the liver area. In his opinion internal hemorrhage and a ruptured liver were the causes of death, which would follow in from three to five minutes after the injuries had been received.
Mr. W. D. Hodge (Coroner) in his finding stated that Silas Lyall Forrester died on the twenty-second day of September, 1932, from the effects of injuries accidentally received on the same day through being dragged against a stump by a runaway horse on his farm at Newee Creek.

MATTHEW MILTON DUFFY.
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Dr. B. F. Hindmarsh described the injuries inflicted, and said they would be consistent with injuries that might be received by a person who was violently struck by the falling limb of a tree.
George Henry Duffy, Jun., farmer, residing at Burrapine, stated: The deceased, Matthew Milton Duffy, was my brother. On the 22nd September last the deceased and I were falling scrub on my father's property at Burrapine — we started work at about a quarter to eight o'clock in the morning. We were working about twenty yards apart. I saw deceased falling a tree— I heard the tree, falling, and after the tree had fallen I did not hear my brother working, so I called out to him and, getting no reply, I ran across to where the tree fell...

1932 - SPRING CARNIVAL - RECORD ENTRIES ANTICIPATED.
Given fine weather, to-morrow (Saturday) will be a red-letter day in the history of the Nambucca A. and H. Association.
The Macksville Showground will be the centre of attraction, when the Association will make its first attempt at a Spring Carnival. The Sports section will provide quite sufficient excitement for an ordinary day's enjoyment, whilst the schedule also provides for keen competition in the cattle section, flower section, cooking section, tomatoes and bananas.
The President Dr. Hindmarsh and the Secretary (Mr. P. R. Larkey) are jubilant in regard to the rush of entries in the principal sports items, and entries in all classes are still coming in. We therefore appeal to the Nambucca people to support the Association's action in providing something worthy of the fullest patronage.
A social at night in the School of Arts will provide a fitting climax to the day's festivities. So everything is set for interesting and exciting experiences on Saturday.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 11 Nov 1932 Page 3

1932 - CARNIVAL PROFIT - £170 - A. and H. Committee satisfied.
The balance-sheet of the Spring Show Carnival, presented at the monthly meeting of the Nambucca A. and H. Committee on Friday last, disclosed a profit of £169 18s. 4d, and naturally the committeemen present were very pleased with this fine result, which was quite unexpected.
The President, however, allowed little time for retrospection, but proceeded with the more serious business of making timely preparations for the Annual Show in March.
Those present at the meeting were: Dr. Hindmarsh (President)...
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 2 Dec 1932 Page 2

1932 - R. C. BAZAAR
The annual Catholic Bazaar took place on 8th, 9th and 12th inst., and was a pronounced success.
The following is a list of the principal prize-winners in the different raffles:—
...Set Canisters: Dr. Hindmarsh....
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 23 Dec 1932 Page 2

1933 - Bandmaster's Report.
Messrs. Watts and Dill proposed the adoption of the Bandmaster's report which was as follows:—
"Gentlemen, — It is with pleasure that I hand you my annual report, but in doing so I think it almost essential that I should include the period prior to the opening of the Macksville Bridge, because, it was on that memorable occasion that the foundation of our present existence was built. When I was asked by
some of the townspeople to reform the band for that day, I promised to do so if I could get the co-operation of the players....
Election of Officers.
The election of officers for the ensuing year resulted as follows:—
President: Mr. H. A. Fotheringham.
Vice-presidents: Messrs. E. G. Forrester, Watts, Dr. Hindmarsh.
Treasurer: Mr. A. Giovanelli.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 24 Feb 1933 Page 2

1933 - MACKSVILLE SHOW - COMMITTEE'S FINAL MEETING BEFORE EVENT.
Judging by the very few orders given the Secretary at the monthly meeting of the A. and H. Committee, arrangements are well in hand and preparations are going along satisfactorily for the Association's 1933 show, which takes place on Wednesday and Thursday, March 15 and 16.
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The President (Dr. Hindmarsh) pointed out that his annual vacation became due in March, and although he would be able to carry on his presidential duties to within a couple days of show-time, he regretted that he could not be present at the show, and therefore asked for a deputy to act during that period.
Members accepted this statement with regret, and it was agreed that Messrs D. Welsh and Fotheringham share the duties on show days.
...

1933 - MACKSVILLE SHOW. A MARKED SUCCESS.
This week's Macksville Show was a marked success. Entries were large, the pavilion was as good as ever, the cattle section was excellent, and the ring events were well contested.
...
The smoke social on Wednesday night was very successful, a large at tendance being present. Mr. Percy Basche gave a very interesting address on the butter position and the efforts being made to stabilise the industry.
Mr. Fotheringham, Vice-President, acted in place of the President, Dr. Hindmarsh, who is holidaying in New Zea land.
...
The steer riding caused much interest, especially when several of the steers "went bush" with their riders.
Source:  Macleay Argus (Kempsey, NSW: 1918 - 1954) Fri 17 Mar 1933 Page 4

1933 - MACKSVILLE SHOW - Creditable Exhibition Under Adverse Conditions.
The twenty-sixth annual Macksville Show, under the auspices of the Nambucca Agricultural and Horticultural Association, was held on Wednesday and Thursday of this week, and was a pronounced success, notwithstanding adverse weather conditions for several weeks prior thereto.
A large number of people, including some intimately concerned in the responsibilities undertaken, feared that uncontrollable circumstances would seriously affect the fixture; and the Committee, thinking that the overdue wet season might arrive on the days set apart for the Show, wisely insured against that possibility. Now that the event has passed off in splendid weather and has proved to be, generally speaking, up to standard from an exhibition point of view, it is timely to congratulate the Association upon refraining from lowering the flag even when fate did not appear to he kindly disposed.
Misgivings were expressed when the Committee decided to introduce some rodeo items into the programme so soon after the recent Spring Show, but expressions by spectators sufficiently proved that they were glad to see that the old order was being departed from by the introduction of spectacular demonstrations in which there is an element of danger and real amusement.
Another matter worthy of comment was that this year the Committee decided to interpolate some good music into the proceedings by the engagement of the Macksville Band. Many complimentary remarks were heard regarding the Band's performance on the second day (Thursday), and Mr. E. A. Adams (Bandmaster) and his competent combination of instrumentalists may take it for granted that their efforts were very greatly enjoyed by the Show patrons.
It was regrettable that the President (Dr. B. F. Hindmarsh) was unable to be present at the Show after bearing the burden of superintending preliminary arrangements so essential to the proper working of things on the big days. Dr. Hindmarsh had to leave by train on Tuesday night in order to catch the boat for New Zealand, where he will spend his annual holiday. The duties of overseership were handed over to the two Vice-presidents, Messrs. D. Welsh and H. A. Fotheringham, and seeing that Mr. Welsh has had six years' experience in the position of President, it was only to be expected that matters would proceed in a methodical manner.
So far as the circle was concerned, it was as good as could be expected considering the dry conditions, and ring events were conducted with precision and general satisfaction to the competitors, while spectators appreciated the presence of the blackboard exhibiting the nature of events in progress.
A notable improvement is the new wood and iron building which superseded the tent as an ice-cream stall, thus providing for the comfort of the ladies giving voluntary' work in that department.
All those who in any way assisted in the Show are deserving of the thanks of the community. Their rewards is "success," and they also have reason to be pleased that they are able to do something to make the greatest annual event a sufficient advertisement for town and district and a short period of instruction and amusement for the inhabitants.
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 17 Mar 1933 Page 2

1933 - SMOKE SOCIAL
The Nambucca A. and H. Association's annual smoke social was held in the School of Arts on Wednesday evening. There was a large attendance, and a very happy time was spent around the social board.
...
In the absence of the President (Dr. Hindmarsh), the chair was taken by Mr. H. A. Fotheringham , (a Vice-president of the Association), who kept things going with a good swing. The social was voted one of the best ever held in connection with the Association, and loud were the praises by visitors.
...
M. Basche returned thanks for the toast, and spoke appreciatively of the remarks of Mr. Welsh concerning his (the speaker's) long association with the Nambucca. He was extremely sorry the President was not present. The Doctor had a difficult task in following the able men who had preceded him in the presidential office, but he had carried out his duties faithfully and proved an ideal president.
...
"The Chairman" was duly honored and Mr. Fotheringham, in reply, expressed his delight in presiding over such a splendid gathering. Mr. Fotheringham then proposed a toast to Dr. Hindmarsh, which was responded to by his father, Mr. Hindmarsh, Senr.
The social concluded with the sing ing of "Auld Lang Syne" shortly before "lights out."
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 17 Mar 1933 Page 2

1933 - FOOTBALL
The annual meeting of the Central Nambucca Football Club was held in the School of Arts on Monday night last; about 25 members and intending members being present.
...
The election of officers for the ensuing season was then proceeded with and resulted as follows: —
Patron: Dr. Hindmarsh.
President: Mr. M. M. O'Connor.
Vice-presidents: Dr. A. J. Shappere, Messrs. Fotheringham, Fricke and Simmons.
...
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 24 Mar 1933 Page 2

1933 - GOLF GLEANINGS
The fact that every player in last Saturday's competition returned a card, indicates that during the winter months (with the short days) the 12-hole competitions are to be preferred to the 18-hole round.
Keen scores were again recorded and several players finished within close proximity of each other. Dr. Hindmarsh and Mr. Dill shared the honors of first place while three other members tied for second. The winners played off on Sunday, the prize going to Mr. Dill.
Result of Saturday's play: Hindmarsh 67-26-41; Dill, 70-29-41; Shappere, 59-16-43; 
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Associates.
The weekly competitions of the Associates have become extremely popular, as evidenced by the large number of regular participants.... Miss Hindmarsh... Miss K Reid ...
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 5 May 1933 Page 3

1933 - AU REVOIR TO MESSRS. W. AND R. BALL.
At the Masonic Hall, Macksville, last Tuesday night, over fifty townsmen assembled for the purpose of fittingly farewelling Messrs. William and Roy Ball, who for over two years have proved themselves good townsmen in addition to successfully carry ing on their business as bakers.
...
Dr. Hindmarsh, as President of the A. and H. Association, expressed thanks to the Ball Bros, for their assistance.
...
Mr. Stone proposed the toast of "The Ladies," with special mention of Mesdames W. and R. Ball. Messrs. "Johnny" Wallace, A. S. McNeill and A. Morrison supported, the latter remarking that probably the husbands got a lot of praise which was due to their wives. The toast was vociferously honored.
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 5 May 1933 Page 2

1933 - BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION
Next week Mr. Goldie Brest starts on a contract for the erection in Macksville of a private hospital for Dr. Hindmarsh. A large staff will be employed, as the contrast is to be completed in eight weeks' time.
Source: Macleay Argus (Kempsey, NSW: 1918 - 1954) Tue 16 May 1933 Page 2

1933 - Serious Accident.
Troubles succeed each other too rapidly at times, and Mr. T. R. V. Rowe is the unlucky one this time.
Last Sunday he had the misfortune to drive his car off Congarinni punt into the river, which is ten or twelve feet deep there. Fortunately no personal injury was received, but the repairs to the car will cost considerable money.
The second mishap occurred on Thursday evening about 5.30. Cliff Rowe, the eldest son, mounted a horse a mile and a half from Macksville on the main road, the only control over the horse being a rope tied round its neck. It apparently soon became unmanageable, and gradually increased its pace from a smart canter to a gallop, continuing its uncontrolled career until the accident occurred.
Mr. C. W. Kerans was motoring home, and just after passing the telephone post on the left hand bend in the road opposite Dr. Hindmarsh's residence, Mr. Kerans saw the horse galloping towards him, but naturally expected the animal to swerve away from the car. It did not do so, however, and crashed over the side of the radiator, knocking away the mudguard, and smashing the windscreen, Mr. Kerans miraculously escaping with a scratch or two from broken glass.
Cliff Rowe was of course thrown violently into the road, and rendered unconscious. He was taken to Hospital nearby, where he was found to be suffering from severe shock, concussion and abrasions, but at 10 p.m. a complete diagnosis of his injuries was not possible.
The horse received a gash in the neck, and bled freely, but although severely injured it is expected to
recover.

1933 - A & H. ASSOCIATION - MONTHLY MEETING
The monthly committee meeting of the Nambucca A. and H. Association, held last Friday, was attended by Dr. Hindmarsh (President)... Mr. D. Welsh acted as Chairman until the arrival later in the meeting of Dr. Hindmarsh.
...The Secretary read a balance-sheet (prepared by Mr. Stone) of the show smoke social, disclosing a debit balance of 5d, which loss, he said, should be made up by the social subcommittee. Dr. Hindmarsh, who took the chair at this stage, said Mr. Stone had consented to donate the 5d. (Laughter.)
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The Secretary mentioned that the actions of other societies, in enticing outside horse exhibitors to their shows by paying certain freight charges, might come up for discussion at conference. This subject was enlarged upon by the President, who condemned it as a wrong principle, very unfair to the smaller societies. "It is a vicious thing, which can be remedied by all societies refusing to grant inducements," he said, "and if the matter comes up delegates should be instructed to offer definite opposition."
On the motion of Messrs. Grant and Schaible the meeting unanimously agreed with the President's suggestion, and delegates were instructed to act accordingly.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 2 Jun 1933 Page 2 and  Coffs Harbour Advocate (NSW : 1907 - 1942; 1946 - 1954) Fri 2 Jun 1933 Page 2

1933 - BRIEF MENTION
At last meeting of Macksville Show Committee a financial statement was submitted showing a loss of five pence on the show smoke social. The President (Dr. Hindmarsh) promptly put in the five pence and wiped off the debit, to the accompaniment of laughter.

1933 - INQUEST.
On Wednesday last an inquest regarding the death of the late James Doyle was conducted at Macksville Court House by Mr. W. D. Hodge, J.P., Coroner.
Dr. B. F. Handmarsh, of Macksville, stated: On Saturday, 17th instant, in consequence of information received, and in company with the District Coroner, I went to Bellwood, near to Nambucca Heads, and there saw the body of a man whom I knew in life as James Doyle.
The body was lying at the football ground, and was that of a well nourished man, evidently of about sixty eight years of age. There were no marks of violence on the body. In my opinion death was due to cerebral hemorrhage.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 23 Jun 1933 Page 3

1933 - BACK-FIRE BREAKS WRIST.
At Valla, on Tuesday morning last, a motor engine which he was cranking back-fired and caused Mr. Fred. Wood a painfully broken wrist. After conveyance to Macksville, the injured member was X-rayed and repaired by Dr. Hindmarsh, the patient returning home the same evening.
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 7 Jul 1933 Page 2

1933 - A. & H. ASSOCIATION - FIRST MEETING OF NEW COMMITTEE. - ELECTION OF OFFICERS.
The first meeting of the newly-elected Committee of the Nambucca A. and H. Association was attended last Friday by the following members: Dr. Hindmarsh (President)...
For the Presidency, the retiring officer nominated Mr. D. Welsh, Mr. Campbell seconding.
Mr. Ainsworth wanted to nominate Dr. Hindmarsh, who declined, saying a change of management would freshen their business, and it was better not to have the same person in charge too long. He was proud to have occupied the position for the past two years during which his experiences had been very happy.
Whilst agreeing with these remarks, Mr. Ainsworth regretted that a good man was retiririg from the chief position.
Mr. Larkey was also sorry because of the Doctor's decision, but hoped he would come back in the future.
There were no further nominations, and Mr. Welsh, on being declared elected, said he was not happy in accepting the position, because he had already had six years in the position. He also was sorry that they could not reappoint Dr. Hindmarsh, who had helped the Association along wonderfully, and had astounded even his admirers.
For the positions of three Vice-presidents there were seven nominations, viz.: Messrs. Fricke, Wallace, Campbell, Irvine, Hindmarsh, Ainsworth and C. Welsh. The necessary ballot resulted in the election of Dr. Hindmarsh and Messrs. Wallace and Irvine.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 11 Aug 1933 Page 2

1933 - CHILD DROWNED
On Monday last Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Ballengarry were visiting some relatives at the reserve near the new football ground at Nambucca Heads.
Between 2 and 3 o'clock in the afternoon Mr. Ballengarry left for Nambucca Heads township, his wife remaining indoors writing a letter and performing other duties.
A couple of hours later Mrs. Ballengarry went out of the house and met her husband just returning home, and both were surprised to find that their 21-months old daughter, Irene, was nowhere to be seen. A search was made and the child's body was found in a small waterhole about twenty yards from the football ground.
Subsequent examination by Dr. Hindmarsh showed that death had ensued about two hours earlier.
The interment took place in the Roman Catholic portion of Nambucca Heads Cemetery on Tuesday, Rev. Father Cohalan being the officiating clergyman. An inquest will be held next week.

1933 - DROWNING FATALITY.
Concerning the drowning fatality at Bellwood, near Nambucca Heads, on September 25, when an aboriginal child lost its life, the following evidence was obtained by the District Coroner (Mr. W. D. Hodge) at the inquest:—
Dr. B. G. Hindmarsh (Macksville) : About 4 p.m. on September 25, in consequence of a call received from Nambucca Heads, I proceeded to Bellwood, and there saw the body of a female aboriginal child about twenty-one months old. In my opinion death had occurred from drowning at least half-an-hour before my arrival. Efforts at resuscitation proved unavailing. The body was that of a well-nourished child, and I did not detect any marks of violence upon it.
Ivan Ballangarry: I am a laborer and reside at Nambucca Heads. On September 25th I was a Bellwood, staying with Lambert Whaddy. At about 2 p.m. I left that place and went in to Nambucca Heads. When I left the house I saw the deceased, Irene Ballangarry (my daughter), playing about inside the house — she was then quite well and in good health. I was away for about half an hour, and when I returned I saw other little girls running toward a small well about forty yards from the house I was occupying; they were calling out, "Irene." I then ran to where the children were, and I saw my little baby in the water of the well, which was about two feet deep; she was floating on the surface of the water. I picked her up, then called for help, and Fred Buchanan came and worked on the deceased. I sent a telephone message for Dr. Hindmarsh, who arrived about fifteen minutes later and immediately began to work on the deceased to revive her if possible, but, after continuing for some time unsuccessfully, he ceased. The deceased was twenty-one months old, and was in good health — she was active, and lively, and had no disability. The well referred to is about three feet wide and three feet long, by about two feet deep, the water being used for washing purposes only. The well was uncovered and, as far as I know, has been there for some time.
Hilda Ballangarry: On September 25 I was at Bellwood. When my husband left home for Nambucca Heads about two o'clock I was engaged in duties inside the house. I saw my little girl Irene playing about in the house, and later I saw her going out to some other children who were playing outside. About half an hour afterwards my young sister Maisie came in crying, and I said, "What are you crying for?" She said, "Irene is in the well." I then ran down to the well; at the same time my husband, returning from Nambucca Heads, ran from the bridge on the road, and we arrived at the well together. I saw my husband lift the baby from the water.
I saw Fred Buchanan and later Dr. Hindmarsh working on the body. When Irene left me to play with the other children some of them were playing beyond the well near the public road, and deceased would have to pass the well to reach them.
Irene was born at Bowraville on December 29, 1931, and was always happy and active. She was registered at Bowraville, and had never been away from the district.
Constable D. C. Yardy, Nambucca Heads: About 4.30 p.m. on September 25, from something I was told by Dr. Hindmarsh, I got in touch with the District Coroner and informed him that a child had been drowned at Bellwood, near Nambucca Heads. I then proceeded to Lambert Whaddy's residence at Bellwood, where I saw the body of Irene Ballangarry lying on a bed.
With Lambert Whaddy and Ivan Ballangarry I examined a small well about forty yards from the house where Ivan Ballangarry lived. The well is about three feet by three feet and two feet deep, and was filled with water. I found no marks of violence upon the body, which was that of a fairly well developed and nourished child. I remained there until the scene of the fatality was visited an hour later by the District Coroner, with whom I inspected the well from which the child's body was recovered. The well was uncovered and was surrounded by long grass and bushes which made it easy for any child to fall in. Since I drew attention to the dangerous condition of this well it has been substantially covered with sawn timber.
The parents of the deceased child are both young and well respected in the district and, from my observation, I consider the child was well treated by the family. The father is sober and industrious, whilst the mother is attentive to her household duties and family affairs.
Finding: Irene Ballangarry, on September 25, 1933, at Bellwood, near Nambucca Heads, died from accidental drowning through falling into a small uncovered well situate some forty yards from the door of her parents' temporary residence.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 13 Oct 1933 Page 2

1933 - OBITUARY - MR. HENRY CARROLL.
On Sunday morning last Mr. George Newman, milkman, called at the residence of Mr. Henry Carroll, near the old hotel site at Nambucca, Heads. Noticing that the jug of milk, which had been delivered on Saturday morning, had not been emptied, Mr. Newman made investigation and found the body of Mr. Carroll, fully clothed, lying on his bed. Dr. Hindmarsh subsequently examined the body, and expressed the opinion that death had taken place between 24 and 30 hours previously, the cause probably being heart failure accelerated by pulmonary trouble. 
The burial took place in the Methodist portion of the Macksville Cemetery on Monday, Rev. G. A. Knight being the officiating clergyman, Mr. Dalton controlling funeral arrangements. The late Mr. Carroll, who was 69 years old and a bachelor, was a brother of the late James and John Carroll, of Gray's Crossing, Taylor's Arm.
Ten or twelve years ago he went to Nambucca Heads to live and enjoyed the respect of the community. It is understood that a sister of deceased lives in San Francisco.

1933 - R. C. Bazaar. - LIST OF PRIZE-WINNERS.
On Thursday and Friday, 2nd and 3rd instant, the annual Catholic Bazaar took place in the Majestic Theatre, and was concluded on Monday night, the 6th inst.
Wet weather conditions somewhat spoiled the attendance on the Friday night, but the concluding night Saw a marked recovery and all stall holders reported good business. The following is a list of the raffles and prize-winners: ...Box Chocolates: Dr. Hindmarsh.
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1934 - SERIOUS INJURY - HARDY BUSHMAN IS MAKING A RAPID RECOVERY.
On Thursday of last week, Mr. Fred. Coleman, of Macksville, was cross-cutting a log in the bush near Greenhills Road (Taylor's Arm) when the saw jambed, and to effect a release he was driving a wedge when a piece of steel therefrom flew off and struck him in the abdomen, knocking him down. Although suffering intense pain, Mr. Coleman managed to reach his camp about a hundred yards distant, where Mr. Cecil Tout, answering the call for help, rendered what assistance was possible and then set out to procure a car. Some difficulty was encountered in obtaining a conveyance, and consequently, although the accident occurred at 2.30, it was not till 5 p.m. that, in care of Messrs. Cecil and Bob Tout, the sufferer, who did not lose consciousness during that time, reached Macksville Private Hospital.
An X-ray examination by Dr. Hindmarsh disclosed that the steel had penetrated the liver and lodged in the muscles of the back. Mr. Coleman's condition was very serious for some days, but it is pleasing to report that present indications are for a wonderful recovery, and yesterday afternoon he was cheerfully looking forward to the time when he can swing a line into the Nambucca and land the "beggest ever" — and he'll certainly deserve it.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 19 Jan 1934 Page 2

1934 - POLICE COURT. - ALLEGED ASSAULT AND ROBBERY.
On remand from January 9th, John Vincent Clegg (33), James Dennis Joseph Goodwin (33), and Norman Eric Rowe (20), appeared before Mr. S. J. Bliss, P.M., at the Macksville Police Court, on Tuesday last, each standing charged with assaulting Gilbert Jacob Stainer on the night of January 4th and robbing him of certain moneys, to wit about £3 10s, the property of the said Gilbert Stainer.
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Dr. B. F. Hindmarsh described Stainer's injuries — haemorrhage of the left eye, bruize on left organ, bruises under both ears, abrasion on left cheek, as well as injuries to fourth and fifth rib and right thorax
below the right shoulder. He could not give an opinion as to what might cause the injury to the eye, but it could have been caused by pressure of a finger onto the eye.
The bodily injuries could have been caused in many ways, but were obviously due to pressure or a blow.
To Mr. Brindley: The injuries could have been caused by a fall. The rib injury could have been serious in an old man — the head injuries were minor. The injuries could have been caused by an assault of a light nature. The rib injury would have been sufficient to knock Stainer unconscious.
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1934 - GIRL DROWNED - MACKSVILLE, Monday. 
Last evening, after helping in the dairy, Ethel Ada Rogers, 14, eldest daughter of Mr. Martin Rogers, farmer, of Taylor's Arm, 15 miles from Macksvine, put on her costume and went to the portion of the stream in which she was accustomed to bathe.
About 6 p.m., search was made and she was found at the bottom of the pool, which is six feet deep.
Resuscitation methods were adopted until and after the arrival of Dr. Hindmarsh from Macksville, but life was extinct.
Source:  The Sun (Sydney, NSW : 1910 - 1954) Mon 5 Feb 1934 Page 10

1934 - INQUEST. SAD DROWNING FATALITY.
On Friday last, at Bowraville, the District Coroner (Mr. W. D'Orset Hodge, J.P.) conducted an inquest into the death of Eileen Ada Rogers, who was drowned on Sunday, February 4th.
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Dr. B. F. Hindmarsh stated: On the 4th instant; at about 7.30 p.m., I received a call to Yarranbella, and at about 7.50 p.m. on the bank of a waterhole at Yarranbella I saw the body of a girl of about 14 years of age. I was told that her name was Eileen Ada Rogers. Efforts at resuscitation were being carried out by several people who were present, and I found that death had occurred about an hour prior to my arrival. Under my supervision the body was transferred to Mr. Ernest Provost's residence, where I made a careful examination of it.
There were no marks of violence upon the body, and my opinion is that death was due to drowning. 
The Coroner, Mr. W. D. Hodge, found that Eileen Ada Rogers was accidentally drowned whilst bathing at Yarranbella, near Bowraville, on the 4th February 1934.

1934 - RETURNED SOLDIERS - MEETING OF NAMBUCCA DISTRICT SUB-BRANCH.
A meeting of the Nambucca District Sub-branch of the R.S. and S.I.L.A. was held in Macksville on Thursday of last week. Mr. W. A. Stone (President) was in the chair, and twelve members were present.
Apologies were received from Messrs. K. Busteed, C. Williams and R. A. Wallace.
It was decided that the Sub-branch should purchase a banner and that the necessary amount be raised by the disposal of a rug through the sale of tickets. Mr. Fotheringham agreed to display the rug and several members under took to sell books of tickets.
Letters were received, accepting the positions of Patron from Hon. R. S. Vincent, M.L.A., and from Mr. D. Welsh who also enclosed a donation of £1 1s to the funds of the Sub-branch. The president announced that Dr. Hindmarsh had also accepted office as Patron.
Mr. C. Johnson; Senr., of Taylor's Arm, was nominated for the position of Patron by Mr. Fotheringham, seconded by Mr. A. H. Boyd.
Mr. Boyd submitted the Social Committee's report re the arrangements for Anzac Reunion to be held at Macksville School of Arts on Anzac Night. Invitations are to be sent to all "Diggers" and Patrons.
The Secretary (Mr. P. J. Fraser), reported the receipt of a donation of underclothing. A Welfare Committee consisting of Messrs. Stone, Kelsall and Fotheringham was appointed to receive and take charge of such donations and to arrange for distribution to necessitous cases.

1934 - SMOKE SOCIAL
The annual Show smoke social was held in the School of Arts on Monday evening. There was a large atendance and a most enjoyable evening spent. Mr. D. Welsh (President) had charge of proceedings and kept everything moving and everybody happy.
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In concluding, the speaker [Mr. Waller] said the Nambucca A. and H. Society was "out on its own" with respect to hospitality — nothing was left undone to secure the comfort and pleasure of the judges. (Applause.)
Mr. Yoole sang for the audience, and then the inimitable Jack Moses delighted with his original Australian recitations.
Mr. Bird, of Wingham, said he was pleased to be present; he had turned down a Newcastle appointment to came to Macksville. It was good to come to Macksville Show, and Dr. Hindmarsh was a great help to the society in the way he greeted visitors at the Station.

1934 - SHOW COMMITTEE - FIRST MEETING AFTER ANNUAL SHOW.
Last Friday's monthly meeting of the Nambucca A. and H. Association's Committee was largely attended, it being the first since the Annual Show in April. Twenty-six of the thirty members were present...
For the guidance of the Nambucca Association's delegates to conference, discussion on the question took place, and a unanimous opinion was recorded as to the most desirable dates for the 1935 Macksville Show.
The President, Secretary and Dr. Hindmarsh were appointed delegates, on the motion of Messrs. Campbell and Schaible.
Dr. Hindmarsh thought the delegates should have a definite opinion of the Committee attitude in regard to rail rebates and other concessions being offered by some societies to travelling ring competitors. In the past the Committee had taken a strong stand against the idea, of which, he still held the opinion that it was a vicious principle.
The practice was becoming positively ridiculous— one society this year had offered free ground rent to sideshows.
Mr. Grant moved that other than the official prize list, the Association offer no rebates or inducements to exhibitors.
The Secretary said he had proved that the practice could be stopped, for prior to the recent show a travelling exhibitor approached him and asked what inducements were offering. He (the Secretary) replied, "All you can win from the prize list." That man came along and exhibited. The Secretary further stated that he was told a neighbouring society had offered £1 per horse, free freight, and entrance fees to a horse exhibitor, who, however, owing to the interference of rain, got nothing.
The motion was carried unanimously.

1934 - Treasurer's Report.
President's Remarks.
In moving the motion for adoption of the report and balance-sheet, which he said gave him pleasure, the President said : Whilst we can not say we have done outstandingly well, we have yet held our own, finances being about the same as the previous year, but with the added improvements to the ground valued at £20. Weather conditions made the year a very, bad one, and show prospects, a couple of days before, were not worth five bob. It is no use saying we are altogether satisfied with things as they are, and the Association's membership of 180 is one very disappointing item, particularly when we remember that there are about 300 suppliers to the Nambucca Co-operative Society and about 50 people in Macksville (apart from the 40 members here) — including school teachers, retired farmers, business employees, and the like — who should be members.
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Dr. Hindmarsh thought the Association had done remarkably well in view of the worst conditions in any year, and, under the circumstances, the year's work was a triumph. He congratulated the President on his able address, which should be fully noted. Most losses were due to the inability of people to spend. Membership had been maintained, but an improvement was desirable.
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Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 6 Jul 1934 Page 2

1934 - DIGGERS' FAREWELL - TO MR. A. H. BOYD AND MR. G. McDOUGALL.
At the School of Arts, Macksville, on Monday night, about sixty residents of the district assembled to pay tribute to a departing townsman, Mr. A. H. Boyd. The function was arranged by the local branch of the R.S.S.I.L.A., several non-Diggers being present by invitation of the branch.
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Dr. Hindmarsh very much regretted the cause of their meeting. Mr. Boyd had proved himself one of Macksville's most excellent citizen's.
No one ever knocked on his door without receiving assistance. There were many others — perhaps "our
selves"—who could be better done without. Those who had enjoyed his companionship during "fishing" excursions would miss him in the future, and he (the speaker) could truthfully say that "Archie" was satisfied to fish all day long. He hoped that anticipations regarding prospects at Ashford would be fully realised, also that the Boyd family would enjoy health, and prosperity; and if they could win the regard of the people there as they had done here they should have a very pleasant time.
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Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 12 Oct 1934 Page 2

1934 - OBITUARY - MR. JOHN RENTON.
With very sincere regret we chronicle the sudden death of Mr. John Renton, who has been a well-known and respected identity for many years. He was born in Scotland, and over twenty years ago he was persuaded to take up land at Gumma, about three miles from Macksville, where he strove hard against many periods of ill-luck, but always with the optimism characteristic of the people of his native land. About 3.30 last Sunday afternoon he was sitting down reading at his home, and Mrs. Renton, who was outside, heard her husband making strange noises. On investigation she found him unconscious, and subsequently on the arrival of Dr. Hindmarsh life was pronounced extinct. On Monday morning, after a short service at the home, the funeral proceeded to Macksville Cemetery where in the presence of a large number of sympathisers the body was laid to rest in the Presbyterian portion, Rev. J. Richards controlling the service, Mr. Dalton being funeral director. Deceased was 68 years of age.
Source:  Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 19 Oct 1934 Page 2

1934 - [ADVERTISEMENT]
NOTICE. - A MEETING of the residents of Macksville and the Nambucca district will be held at the School of Arts, Macksville, on THURSDAY NEXT, November 8th, at 8 p.m., to discuss means to fittingly recognise the services of Cr. Brunsdon in connection with he successful negotiations for the extension of the Nymboida Electrical System to the Nambucca River.
DR. HINDMARSH,
H. A. FOTHERINGHAM,
D. WELSH, Convenors.
Source: Nambucca and Bellinger News (NSW : 1911 - 1945) Fri 2 Nov 1934 Page 3

1934 - FATAL ACCIDENT - AT INGALBA FOREST RESERVE.
On Tuesday of this week Messrs. David Cooper and Stanley Gosling were engaged in falling on the Ingalba Forest Reserve, near to the Allgomera Creek road, and between eleven and twelve o'clock had a large tallow-wood tree almost ready for falling.
Gosling left his mate and went towards the Creek for a billy of water. While away he heard the prepared tree go down, and was surprised to hear another fall a few seconds after. Thinking that something was amiss he hurried back and there a gruesome sight met his gaze. Cooper's body was lying crushed beneath a heavy limb broken from the second tree, and evidently was quite dead. The limb, which was about ten inches through, had struck the unfortunate man on the right side of the head, crushing his head. The right arm appeared to have been broken in several places, and the left leg was broken at the knee. Death must have been instantaneous.
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Stanley Gosling was temporarily dumbfounded, but quickly recovering made for the road, where his bicycle had been left, and rushed to the main road where he stopped the first car passing and reached the Warrell Creek telephone office from whence he communicated with the Police and Dr. Hindmarsh at Macksville, and also with Mr. Love, District Officer in charge of Forestry, at Kempsey, who were on the spot within an hour of the occurrence. In the meantime Mr. J. L. Keayes, Forest Guard, who also had been apprised of the accident, found Mr. W. D. Hodge (District Coroner) and with him, proceeded to the spot.
After the necessary measurements and particulars had been taken, a rough stretcher was made and the body was carried over very uneven country for about, a mile to the nearest spot possible for a car to come.
Mr. W. H. Dalton arrived shortly afterwards with a casket and the body of deceased was removed to his late residence at Warrell Creek, from whence the funeral proceeded to Macksville Cemetery, the interment being in the Church of England portion, Rev. P. W. R. Rowlands conducting the services at the residence and the graveside. Deceased was 40 years of age, had lived all his life in the district, and was the son of Mr. Elijah Cooper, a well-known pioneer. He leaves a widow— nee Miss Lillian Margaret Heien— and seven children aged from two to sixteen years, one of whom (Thelma, aged 14) is at present in the Prince Henry Hospital, Sydney, suffering from curvature of the spine.








1939 - [LIGHT HORSE CAMP ARMIDALE]

Dr Bernard Hindmarsh
Light Horse Camp Armidale circa 1939



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