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Newspaper
Burra Record
Location
Burra, South Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 23, 1943
Page
3
An article urges better planning of school lunches after the holidays, stressing nutrition and practical packing ideas. It suggests sandwiches with crisp vegetables, buttered bread, and varied fillings like cheese, celery, and dates. It notes the importance of fruit, milk, and supervision during lunch periods.
Arthur J. Starnes, American parachutist, jumped from 10 800 feet pulling the rip cord at 1 500 feet and landed safely. The drop created a wide scent area while Bates reportedly fell at 228 miles on tour during the event.
Coupon offer guarantees delivery of winter blankets when ordered at Matthews. Special deal promises prompt shipment and savings on bulk orders for households and institutions during the cold season.
The article discusses national efforts to boost home production in Australia, addressing postwar import competition in dairy and allied goods, and outlines a plan to plant 9,000 additional acres of rice in New South Wales. It notes the aim to cut reliance on imports, improve rural industries, and reduce household costs through local vegetable growth and food processing initiatives.
Burra North FFCF held a meeting on February 1 with 24 members present. Reports included annual appeal decisions to divide Burra North into sections, shop openings at Best Place, Burra North on the Sea Beach, expressions of sympathy to Mr and Mrs Davey for a missing son and to Mrs Ben Kote for a wounded husband, and wreaths to be sent to Piz Zerna's parents. Secretary tasked with organizing tasks. afternoon tea and a trading table raised funds before meeting adjourned.
Readers recall BBC North American service broadcasts and Red Cross entertainments as they resume weekly shows for troops. Noted performers, led by Mrs Florences Kingsborough, give free time and talent. a new Red Cross hall is under construction to expand stages, reading rooms, and writing areas, with veterans of WWII era morale flights praised for keeping spirits high.
Joseph Grew former Ambassador to Tokyo warns the United States that defeating Germany will not end Japan's challenge. He cautions against assuming easy victory over Japan after Germany’s defeat, noting German aggression and Japan’s persistent threat, based on a decade of experience with both nations.
Readable lines list Grade VII Harold Kelly and Grade IV and V Ian Jerwey Lang with unclear ages and names Poker Patel. Military leaders Goebbels and Goering are quoted from 1942 broadcasts claiming neutrality and censorship, reflecting mixed wartime reporting and propaganda.
Classified notice for the Brush Co. at 167 Flinders Bt. Adwinide announces business activity and location in a compact local listing.
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