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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 17, 1942
Page
2
The Advocate urges all subscribers to pay promptly as a new quarter begins on April 1. War and overseas newsprint bans hinder printing for unpaid accounts, a situation echoed by newspapers nationwide. Readers are asked to settle arrears and keep payments current, ideally in advance for each quarter, half year, or year.
Opton Rist associated with Webster Jack and McDonald Limited Optometrists and Opticians will visit Gloucester on April 17. They may be consulted at the Commercial Hotel in the House of Visit from 11 am to 1 pm.
A statewide daylight air raid test will be held in Gloucester on Sunday at 2 20 pm. The long blast signals a test and a separate alert tone will sound only if an air raid actually occurs. Chief Observer Mr P Hy Dearda seeks more volunteers to serve as spotters to cover each shift at the Observation Post. Residents willing to join should contact Mr Beards to enroll and arrange duties, contributing to national war effort. The note also corrects a misprint from the previous issue naming John Rowland, who hails from Martickville and stays with Mr and Mrs D H J Hill. First aid classes resume Tuesday at the Me Shire Chambers in Span, to be led by Mr Miers of Gloucester Railway Station replacing Miss Fraser. Opening day for the season on April 14–15 featured a small but enjoyable Mixed Foursome won by S Brennan and Miss Middlebrook, with tea for visitors and thanks offered by the club president.
A storm near Carsonville and Gloucester caused a fatal lightning strike that killed Dixon, a trusted 39 year old tractor driver for Carson's Timber Co. He died minutes after the strike, leaving a wife and three children. Sid Miller has begun saddler and harness work, amid community support for the bereaved family.
A crowd at the School of Arts Hall honored Stoker Davies of the Royal Australian Navy on leave after 21 years abroad. Speakers praised his service, recounting bombing raids and Arctic duties, and highlighted the community’s gratitude. Mrs Davies received a gift, and guests enjoyed dancing and supper organized by the Returned Soldiers Social Committee.
A Red Cross stall at the Sale Yards on Wednesday raised 62 shillings for Gloucester Red Cross. Organisers Mesdames Jones, Higgins, Creagh, Tilbrook, Ross and supporters thank patrons and announce a second Janehoon stall will be held on April 2 at the same venue with contributions from numerous local households and helpers.
Coming auction sales announced for Wednesday April 22 at Nowentoie by Sparke Ply Ltd and Nash and McKensey Walcha offering 600 Hereford steers in good quality New England bred cattle. Sale at one o'clock sharp. Gloucester yards on Wednesday April 29 Mr Tom Hicks offers 700 station bred cattle. Further particulars to follow.
Personal notice says Jack Chapman died in a Sydney hospital last night after time with Northern Motors Gloucester. Miss Fraser formerly ran NES classes and received an electro plate savoury dish from members. Squadron-Leader Thomas Henry Boylan DFC awarded the DSM. eldest son of Mr and Mrs M T Boylan formerly of Newcastle now at Pacific Hotel Manly. nephew of Mrs W W Hawdon Gloucester.
W E Sparke Pty Ltd reports a highly successful store cattle sale with a yarding of 1188 head sold under the hammer. Quality items included Herefords, Devons, and calves, with strong buyer turnout and widespread competition yielding prices across multiple consignors and lots.
The CW A met on April 10 at the Rest Rooms to discuss the Annual Birthday Tea set for April 16 at 3 pm in the School of Arts. All townspeople are invited for an afternoon of music and a 1d charge, with proceeds aiding the Baby Health Centre.
Auction records mention Mr and Mrs 0 W Ra and Allan Ridzoway among attendees at Wood Street Parish Fry. 12 bullocks sold for £151 and 12 steers realizing £146 atWinchcombe Carson's auction. 400 Mrs McM Faire and Laurie attended Homebush and EG Higgins in Gloucester handled sales.
A catalog style notice lists Hereford steers and mixed cattle with ages from 16 months to 2 years, plus cows and calves, red polls, and well bred stock. Vendors include J. Vi Reckold, A. Asmus, B. Wall, and RA Lockyer. Sale day details mention Glen Innes mail service pickup and catered lunches.
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