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Newspaper
Carcoar Chronicle
Location
Carcoar, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 18, 1942
Page
2
Notice to subscribers that all free papers are discontinued due to shortages in newsprint and high production costs.
Instructions describe handling and cleaning pelts for sheepskin vests for forces. Emphasis on keeping skins clean, preventing cuts, and stacking/shaping during processing. Guidance notes timing, storage, and bundle sizing to improve quality and cost efficiency.
Miss Sean on spent leave in Carcoar at Orange Telephone Exchange. Nancy Done and mother left for burn to enroll at St. Miss Joyce Thorpe home for a few days. Mrs. A. Tucker entertained locals and celebrated Kenneth’s fifth birthday. A dance at the local hall raised funds for the School of Arts. Mrs. Barrett plans an extended city holiday. N. RB. Hessey returned from the Middle East with sister Miss Mabs Healey, visiting Miss D. Baker. Gunner Healey has gone back to Sydney.
Lyndhurst Shire met as councillors were informed by the clerk that funds cannot be provided for unauthorised work on roads. L Martin of Forest Reefs claimed a week of urgent repairs on Four Mile Creek Road and sought compensation, but the engineer confirmed no prior discussion and cautioned against setting a precedent. The clerk was told to reply the council has no power to recompense.
The Liquid Fuel Board advised Lyndhurst Shire Council that no guarantee can be given for petrol supply or deliveries for essential services. A 900 coupon provision for contractors’ vessels was discussed, but shortages persist and substitutions are urged for contractor vehicles to operate.
Lyndhurst Shire Council will take over maintenance of Carcoar Bridge, relieving the Department of Roads of upkeep duties. The move aims to streamline work and ensure ongoing structural care.
Arthur May is re-elected president of Carcoar Hospital with Arthur Denton as vice-chairman and N. S. Done as treasurer. The Matron reports 14 patients remain in hospital. A voluntary contribution scheme shows a credit balance of £45 0s 2d. The Hospitals Benefits Association plans operations at the September meeting.
Carcoar P P Board officers warned of a rising rabbit problem at the latest meeting. Stock and Rabbit Inspectors reported more young rabbits on many holdings and urged stronger action to avert a serious situation as the board decided to closely monitor the position.
Lyndhurst Shire Council decided to prioritise road repairs at Burnt Yards. The Burnt Yards P and C Association asked for waterway work at the school with gutters undercutting the fence. C B Baker listed urgent roads, endorsed by Dr Denton, and the engineer was told to send a man to undertake repairs.
A fragmentary exchange describes extreme heat and a scene near local goods yards. The speaker mentions two soldiers, a blistering hot condition, and a property stuck along the rail as part of the overheard account.
The Engineer preferred the Shire to take charge of road work, arguing it would be economical to manage the roadway alongside existing footway maintenance. The Main Roads Board would require distant travel to perform small jobs, raising concerns over cost and accountability for repairs.
Advertises a new 100 million pound Austerity Loan with bonds at 100 each and no limit on purchase. Claims half year interest, safety backed by resources of Australia, and funds for development in defense and national priorities. Promotional text urges saving and subscribing immediately.
Parish calendar lists Sunday and Monday services across Carvar, Mandurama, Galleymont and Burnt Yards with Holy Communion and Evensong. Weekday services include celebration of Holy Communion and matins with a daily 5 pm Evensong during the period, announced by Rector E. T. Pearce.
A petition signed by 36 Blayney district residents asked Carcoar PP Board to approve a crow destruction bonus. The Board, favoring crow destruction, deemed the proposition not workable at its last meeting.
The Central Tablelands water scheme finalises a dispute over payment to consulting engineers. Lyndhurst Shire Council says an agreement with the Government covers a further £8000, accepted in full settlement of survey and design costs. Cr F C Rowlands expresses relief to end the matter.
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