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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 24, 1942
Page
2
Optometrists from Webster Jack and McDonald Sydney will visit Gloucester regularly at the Commercial Hotel. Consultation hours are from 9 am to 5 pm with future visit dates to be announced.
Gloucester locals welcome returned servicemen from overseas including Jim Chamnett Don Beat on and Ray Webeck The town reports sickness from mumps influenza and whooping cough and notes upcoming talks on NELS The Gloucester Shire plans a sale of 50 Hereford Devon and Black Poll cattle Mr Tom Hicks to yard stock for Gloucester Upper Manning and New England areas Unexploded bombs and parachute mines warn civilians of blast danger A wartime uniform taxation proposal for income tax across the Commonwealth is discussed by a special committee and Prime Minister with opposition from State Premiers
Free French high command reports the Surcouf, the largest submarine built, is overdue and presumed lost. The vessel displaced 2880 tons on the surface and 4304 submerged, carried small seaplanes, and mounted two eight inch guns plus anti aircraft weapons with a surface speed of 18 knots and a submerged speed of 10 knots.
The Treasurer forwarded initial subscriptions to support monthly comforts for our fighting men. The fund aims to raise about £100 to cover 12 months of work, asking donors to give according to means with no pressure. Early donations are listed among contributors.
The usual monthly street stat will be held on Thursday next April 6. A public apology is issued by R. B. Wilson to the Hon. Minister for National Emergency Services, local Wardens, and Rev H Lynn for unwarranted statements and threats while in duty. Signed, R. B. Wilson, Public Accountant and Shire Councillor. Gloucester, 22/4/42. Witness: Sheldon, J.P.
The death of 67 year old William J Grant ends a long Ward's River residence since childhood. Born at Monkerai to the Grant family, he faced years of heart trouble before passing at Roma Brigate Hospital. Survived by a widow, daughter Heather, siblings and many relatives, his funeral was held at Gloucester cemetery with final rites at St Paul’s, honors from numerous friends and neighbors.
Mig Higgins presided at the monthly Red Cross meeting in the School of Arts on Tuesday April 21. Members present included D Garner Workes Sheldin Carey Creagh Sansom Jones Te Sraith Chaplin King Glover Ryn Frost Goddard Highfield Patton Andrews Easton Newton Sansom Botton. Apologies came from Haweon Yatdy Holmex Horner.
The Railways Commissioner announces curtailments of railway services on multiple routes due to heavy demand for civilian and military transport. Pamphlets detailing timetable changes will be available at local stations before amended timetables come into operation.
The Congregational Union of New South Wales held an ordination at Pitt Street for Pastor Martens of the Copeland Mission. The ceremony featured prayer, scriptural readings, and laying on of hands with Rev. A. Cas Jeman and others participating. Mrs Martens attended. Rev. B. Martens will continue work with the Copeland mission on behalf of the Home Mission Board.
Mrs. Cook relict of the late Jack Conk of Barrington dies Wednesday at 86. Seven grandsons serve in war: three Martins of Bowman, two Aspinalls of Gloucester, two Langford boys of Waukivory. Harry Aspinall and Joe Martin are POWs in Germany. Tom Langford recently returned to Australia from the Middle East. James Russell Miles of Bungwa hi elected unopposed to Stroud Shire Council ward of W Riding following Councillor Higgins's resignation.
Wealth Military Forces Volunteer Defence Corps seeks wireless operators and mechanics for full time duty across New South Wales. Apply to Major P. J. Manley Staff Officer Signals V D C HQ Rear Mint Building Macquarie Street Sydney. Ineligible if already serving, except in special cases.
Department of Railways NSW invites endorsed tenders for supplies and services to town Railway Refreshment Rooms. Tenders due by 12 noon 1 May 1942, addressed to Commissioner for Railways Sydney. Tender figures cover cartage country rooms and meat supplies with 12 month or 2 year terms. Deposit required, tender forms from Sub-Manager or General Manager Supplies. No tender guaranteed. S Nicholas acting secretary for Railways.
NES address announces Mr Puddicombe of the Field Organisation will acquire members in Shire Hall on Monday night next 27th April at 5 pm. All members of the organisation are invited to be present.
In loving memory of my dear wife and mother who departed this life on April 23 1940. Two years ago brings sad regrets of a loving one we shall never forget. We who love you sadly know how much we lost by your passing, from her husband and family.
A diverse sale list features Bakewell Bros adding 20 Shorthorn bullocks, Somerville Bros with Devon and Black Poll bullocks, 23 year Hereford steers, 16 extra choice Show Steers, 4 year Hereford bulls, and 50 mixed Hereford cattle. Other consignors include Laurie, Scrivner, Hicks, Farley, G. Years, J.T. Grant, and more. The Riamukka steers are praised as the best line to date. TERMS CASH.
Mrs Dixon and family wish to thank relatives and friends for telegrams cards floral tributes and expressions of sympathy in their recent sad bereavement. Please accept this as their personal thanks.
Newcastle buyers offer 12 shillings per dozen rabbits per gross pair.
Tenders closing Sth May 1942 are invited for purchase of 1éft boat which may be inspected on enquiry from Mr Arch McRae, Barringtn. The lowest tender not necessarily accepted. Harry N. Chaplin Shire Clerk Homeaaster 28/4/42.
Notice states the Council aims to grant Mr. K. E. Schultz a public gate between portions 39 and 41 in Craven Parish. Objections must be sent to the undersigned within 28 days from the notice date.
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