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Newspaper

Gloucester Advocate

Location

Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Aug 22, 1939

Page

4

The First Big Fight in Donalds Boxing Saga

Donald endures brutal training under his handler Dan to become a professional contender. He spars with Phillipine champion Sam Simpson, learns dirty tricks, and faces a cast of rough sparring partners in Dan’s gym, all while balancing the lure of prize money and a looming pro debut.

Donald Dan Ube Father Coliseum Sam Simpson Phillipines Nad Tiny Phillippines Hnself Jack Lefty Mike Sullivan Dempster

Donald Macdonald Faces Tough Jack Dempster In Australia Fight

The arena roars as Donald Macdonald enters the ring for a pivotal title bout against Tough Jack Dempster. Promoter Marilleson Morgan and gambler Steve Dorger stake cash on a Gorilla matchup, while Marie O Fourke and spectators fill a crowded stands. The fight opens with Dempster charging, Macdonald defending, and the outcome shaping a possible later showdown with the Gorilla.

Donald Dan Macdonald Jack Dempster Greeling Hardy Pug Jimmy Meddiexon Wnderstand Tallaing al Watue Honiur Hen Chouwke Alwus Sussin Lis Heer- Jey Mandleson Big Jim Milwaukee Whirlwind Amall Man Smokebaft Marilleson Morgan Australia Loe ‘Ingsite Manfileson Steve Dorger Grove Marie O' Fourke Nannie Marie Agties McGuire M Ainer Hy Nail Ani Maxaive Gazette Jimmy Meddleson Tolizh Jack Opea Nis Jack Donal

Traffic Court fines for motorists at Gloucester

In Gloucester on the Pacific Highway and nearby streets several motorists faced fines for driving offenses. John Harold Baker, Donald McDonald, Garfield L. Hughes, John G. Blinkhorn, John Marsh, and Eric Marsh were all fined amounts ranging from £1 to £1 10s with court costs, plus days’ hard labour or default periods. Actions included failing to stay in lane, riding a noisy motorcycle, failing to yield to a police motorcycle, negligent driving on the Paville Highway, and unlicensed driving. Henry James Channgil pleaded guilty to failing to apply for a car transfer, with a minor fine and costs. John T. Wells and Wella, Wool, HIDE AND SKIN license matters also noted. The Gloucester Police Court, presided by Mr. R. Solling, reported the hearings.

Gloucester John Harold Baker Dulwich Fall Donald McDonald Wauchope Gefault Garfield L. Hughes Wallsend Church and Queen Streets Paville Glovewater John G. Blinkhorn John Marsh Liverpool Pacific Highway Hinson Eric Marsh Hastings Deering Channel 1 Hughes P.M Costa John T. Wells BP. Pawson Wella

Timber for butter boxes eyed in Port Stephens plan

J L Shute of the Primary Producers' Union, for the Lower Hunter and Gloucester District Council, urged the Minister for Mines and Forests to plant hoop pine timber suited for butter boxes in Port Stephens and Gloucester. The minister thanked the union, promised periodic reports, and said suitability is uncertain due to distance from the hoop pine belt but will be discussed with the Commissioner with further communication forthcoming.

J. L. Shute Primary Producers’ Union Lower Hunter and Glouccester Mr. Vincent Port Stephens Gloucester Shute Gloucester-Port Stephens Possibl

My Dear Mother's Grave Song Amid Old Family Verse

Barrington resident Mr. Alex Mann presents verses in a homemade song about a mother’s memory. The piece recalls childhood by a willow shaded grave beside a village church, reflecting on loss, nostalgia, and a mother’s enduring value to her children.

Alex Mann Barrington Avai

Indestructible London Port Fortifies For Air Raid Threats

London becomes indestructible at the port coast under Fort of London Authority planning. W L Wrightson says air raid protection funds of 250000 are set for dock workers. Over 40000 safeguarded in the PLA area with trenches and refuges. Moorings hold about 74 ships while 10000 barges and tugs form a pool for rapid response. Evacuation plans cover essential foodstuffs and dangerous goods.

London Fort of London Authority W. L. Wrightson Chatsman N River Con‘mittee P.L.A Thames

Chvalkovsky Named First Minister in Berlin for Protectorate

Dr Chvalkovsky former Foreign Minister of Czecho Slovakia becomes the first Minister in Berlin of the Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia with the new government in place.

Chvalkovsky Czecho-Slovakia Berlin Bolteim and Moravia

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