P5 Math: Fractions ( 2nd item is slightly more than fraction of total )

The following is a introductory simpler version of "Fraction of Remaining" series of problem sum.

A fraction of total is spent on one item and the second item costs slightly more than the first item.

The number value of amount that was left is given at the end.

Such question usually appears in Paper 2 of P5 exam papers.
Calculator usage is allowed.

Gary bought a suitcase with ²/₉ of his money.
He bought a jacket that costs $19 more than the suitcase.
He has $196 left.

How much did Gary have at first?

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