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Newspaper
Carcoar Chronicle
Location
Carcoar, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 17, 1942
Page
3
Shire and Municipal Councils face requisitioning of power patrol graders for military use. Three grades cost 690, 840, and 1014 pounds. War Coordination Committee advised options to hire or buy outright. Councils could supply graders locally, but officials warned the military will take the equipment or personnel if needed.
Magistrate Mr W Bromhead refused Clifsey's application for exemption from training under National Security Regulations. Captain Gavin said applicants must apply through their commanding officer to Eastern Command, within seven days of notification. Bromhead stated he had no jurisdiction once in the army unless hardship was shown. The seven day deadline and presumed February 27 posting were noted. the request was denied.
Miss Edith Rodwell daughter of Mr and Mrs James Rodwell Woodstock wed Arthur Rutledge of the A S F at St Johns Church of England The couple are connected to NSW Bank staff and local social circles in Woodstock.
Germany to benefit as Gustave Eiffel's tower in Paris becomes a landmark of engineering prowess. The article reviews Eiffel's innovations, the tower's construction, uses in science and war, and its role in advancing technology during a transformative era.
The announce ment notes Miss Wilma Clare McGuiness of Woodstock becomes engaged to Mr Frank Oswald Denzel son of Woodstock parents. Another announcement states Miss Elsie Helen Stallworthy youngest daughter of Woodstock residents to Mr William Presley eldest son of Granville Horton family.
Woodstock council moves to curb stray stock. Dr Goodacre notes some residents control stock but others cause damage at night. Dr OBrien and Dr Rowlands propose putting young stock on common. poundkeeper Frazer to act. Also reports stray horses on Wal Ui-Canowindra road.
A fragment discusses labor problems for farmers due to enlistments and higher wages elsewhere. It notes farmers rely on domestic labor and mentions cashing labor resources. sources portray heightened agricultural distress amid wartime or social shifts.
Wool appraisals in Winchcombe Carson Sydney catalogue show tasks split by gender with women and boys doing feeding and stock care while strong men handle ensilage pits. The report lists numerous wool lots from estates Edward Johnston Nyngan Mortiemer Bros and James Bunyan with prices per pound and quantities, noting high grade ewes and wethers.
Three men, key workers in Broula iron ore production, were called up. The protest cites iron and steel needs, arguing the small ore yield jeopardizes production and calls the move stupidity.
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