Memory of Lyndhurst pilot officer Rowlands by a friend
A friend recalls Filot officer John Rowlands of Mandurama, killed over the English Channel. He describes his intellect, humor, and promised career, noting his affection for books, lively conversations, and his status as a district hero who died while serving, with enduring pride and sorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Filot Omseeolin Rowlands
R. G. Rowlands
Mandurama
English Channel
John Rowfinds
Metropole
Sydney
Angelist
John Rotslands
John
England
John Rowlands
Barbard
Dricetess
Rowlands
Air Force
Norfolk
Australia
Longfellow
Red Cross Ball Attracts 100 Couples In Lyndhurst
A Red Cross fundraiser in Lyndhurst drew over 100 couples who danced to the Piccadilly Orchestra. Tickets raised money for the society, and guests wore elegant frocks and capes, while a spot dance was won by Mrs Stan Smith and Mr Hibbard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyndhurst
Piccadilly Orchestra
Cowra
Stan Smith
Mr. Hibbard
Rabbit Skin Values in Sydney Market Report
Demand for rabbit skins was irregular at last Wednesday's Sydney market. Offerings were about 39 tons with varying values. First arrivals priced 13d to 17d per lb, second 18d to 20d, abdominals 88d to 95d, racks 70d to 74d, belly skins 54d to 137d, pelts around 116d to 120d, south pelty 65d to 98d, sixth and seventh pelts noted, various averages and damaged skins recorded. Veal and other byproducts listed with per dozen values and grade notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchecabe, Carson Ltd
Sydney
Lael
Local notes and military moves from weekly garland page
A scattered set of brief items mentions Hurst Pars, daughter of Garland, and Dwyer from the Methodist Hospital. X ray shows spine and skull fractures. Mr and Mrs F Neil celebrate a new son after recent visit and family time. Cpl Aiken heads to Seymour for officers training. J Gannon’s factory work and several locals named in leave and training updates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nell
Garland
F. Neil
Wattleinslaw
C. Neil
Duck Aiken
Seymour
Iss
Em Ling
Subsidised School at Hazlewood Mandurama Approved
A minister approves a special case allowing Miss M C Sheahan the teacher chosen by parents to be absent one day weekly for music lessons. Mrs Z M Sheahan will teach on those days while the school operates as a subsidised center. Action to finalise the matter will be taken promptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Denton
Port Moresby Fowls Face Eggs During Air Raids
Two soldiers in Port Moresby record four pairs of fowls on their farmyard. They note the birds lay eggs only during air raids, a curious scene amid the wartime siege.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Moresby
Meeting at Carcoar Convent raises funds for local homes
Catholic ladies presented the Reverend Mother with a cheque for 79 pounds six shillings and threepence at a Carcoar Convent resting. The amount was raised by Morte in Carcoar Mandurama and Thurst. Reverend Mother and sisters hosted afternoon tea for the ladies. A travelling rug won by Mrs Rosanna Exams a Fairview sheep and a turkey by Carcoar were noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carcoar
Mandurama
Thurst
Rosanna
Candle Column Drift and Domestic Tension In Fragment
A fragment from a candle column anecdote hints at a sudden disappearance from a kit and a cosily lit scene. Bil is pressed about leaving the fire and a husband by proxy faces near removal as a large splinter amont looms in the text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Almont
Fragments Describe a Bicycle and Dance Path
Fragmentary text mentions a bicycle and dance paths with indecipherable phrasing. No clear names, places, or events emerge beyond scattered references to movement and a courtly setting. The readable portion offers no decisive action or outcome to report.
Agricultural Implements and Fertiliser Supplies Ad
A Crofts district agents for HV McKay and Massey Harris Pty Ltd promote Famous High Grade Machinery and duplicate parts stock. Australian Fertilisers Ltd superphosphate and mixed fertilisers on hand. Sayer's Drenches Blue-Nik and Tetra-Chloride stocked. Sickle Brand Sheep Dip available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HV. Mc
Massey-Harris Pty., Ltd
Australian Fertilisers Ltd
Sickle
Not the Whole Story for wool industry to the coming season
Amid industry debate Australian woolgrowers discuss reserves and price, weighing rising costs since the war and the potential shift in wool prices. Some argue prices will rise by 3d or more, others predict a decline, with contention over the best position for 3d to 6d gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Costa
Woolmes
Mystery Names From A Faded Canowindra Page
Fragmentary OCR lists may have misread names and places such as Canowindra and Canowindra’s Miss Marie Whalan, with scattered mentions of colors, animals, and possible captions. The text remains unclear and largely unreadable, offering few concrete events or facts.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Rowlands, Lyndhurst
RED Cross
P. G. Sheahan
Cath Drester
Woodstock
Mary. Simmons
E. McGovern
Lois Kirkman
M. Landrigan
Freda Nicholson
Vera Laundry
Burnt Yards
Nita Harris
Lone
M. Perry
Olive Mallick
Maisie Mallick
Phyllis Baker
Edna Wells
Beryl Townsend
H. Kind
H. Boys
N. Boys
E. Mahon
R. Steer
L. Andrews
J. Parker
Muriel Bloomfield
Francis Molloy
Grady
Mia
Marie Molloy
Elysian
G. G. Manning General Store Carcoar
HURST
Dwyer
Oranan
School For Hazlewood
Minister For Education
Carcoar Convent
Deira
Hill & Crofts
A. Crofts
Alesnen
Blayney
Woolmax
Aminac
Sayer
City Mutual Life Assurance Sacety
Fire and Workers’ Compensation Insurance
D. D. Moldy
Canwindra
Marie Whalan
Canowindra
Nisian Gallyn
Binck
Cissanneay
Ea Woverbottoee Wits
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