War pensions urged for 100 percent increase at Returned Soldiers meeting
The Coffs Harbour Sub Branch of the Returned Soldiers League voted unanimously to urge the State Congress to press for a 100 percent rise in war pension rates for widows and service personnel. Digger Harry Gale highlighted inadequacy, noting Parliament's recent salary boost and special concessions, while Digger Taunton seconded the motion.
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Returned Soldiers’ League
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Returned Soldiers' League
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Digger Taunton
Korora Social Evening and Koron Tennis Club Fundraiser
A Korora social evening at Mr. and Mrs. E Hamey raised funds for P C and featured sketches and dancing with performers including Doug De Neiderhaeusen, John Rippingale, and R White. A separate Koron Tennis Club picnic tournament supported buying a projector for the school and drew a large crowd with prizes donated by local stores.
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Rippingale
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Koron Tennis Club
Bok Ce
H. Lane
H. Berriman
Haworth
Park
Ghynn
Further Fine Gesture By Returned Soldiers
The Coffs Sub-branch of the Returned Soldiers League voted to donate half the hot proceeds of the Tigers Ball to the local Food for Britain appeal. Members praised Homeland folk and pledged maximum effort to make the ball a record success for the appeal. The RSL Women's Auxiliary also decided to donate £10 to the fund, drawing applause.
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Coff's Harbour Itel
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Coffs Harbour Motors Pty. Ltd
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