Canberra Shocks Britain in War Time Opinion
London reports that Canberra's political wrangles dim British public regard as nations unite against tyranny. Despite anger over domestic policy, Australians in England agree Britain and Empire must endure the war, while British correspondents note editorials urge unity beyond politics amid wartime strain.
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London
Canberra
England
Britain
Dominion
Commonwealth
Australia
Phe
Commercial Homebush stock sales strong market notes
Commercial Homebush stock sales in Sydney reported exceptionally strong demand. Winchcombe Carson Ltd sold 1750 cattle yarders with top dealers to 50 shillings per 100 pounds, steers to 50 shillings, heifers to 47 shillings, bullocks to 45 shillings, and cows to 42 shillings per 100 pounds. Pitt Son and Badgery Ltd also reported. At Flemington today W T and C T Abbott Dunro g sold 22 wallocks to £18 12/ per 100 pounds averaging £16 18/ per 100 pounds.
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Homebush
Sydney
Winchcombe, Carson Ltd
Best
Pitt, Son and Badgery Ltd
Flemington
W. T
C.T. Abbott
Mushrooms Abound After Rain In Local Paddocks
Prolific growth of mushrooms appears in paddocks near the town with households using the fungi in meals. A humorous mix of commentary follows about warship redeployment and the British lion, reflecting wartime sentiment and political verse.
The Only Job That Matters War Savings Stirs Australia
Advocate FRIDAY 6 DECEMBER 1940 urges Australians to support the war effort through War Savings Certificates and Stamp purchases. It stresses workshops and factories must run at full pressure to equip troops, noting weekly war costs and broad citizen contributions from small savers to widows.
Three Men Jailed After Newcastle Warning Flight Talk
Three young men Patrick Geary Michael Cut and Arthur Page appeared before justices on a police court charge linked to a failed attempt to flee toward Newcastle aboard a vessel. They claimed they would join a ship at sea once securing work and argued about sailors and risk while the bench softened the sentence, amid confusion over war pensions allotments and post office notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patrick James Geary
Michael Cut
Arsthur J Page
Mes|ars
Newcastle
Ajax
Nine Gosford aldermen resign in mass over election delay
After a storm over the state government decision to postpone elections, Gosford Municipal Council held a meeting on Tuesday night to elect a mayor. Alderman B R Mortimer had served only seven minutes when all nine aldermen resigned in a body, shocking the council and city.
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Gosford Municipal Coussell
B. R. Mortimer
Soldier Farewelled and Town Events Star Gloucester Area
Soldier Trooper James McRae AWLP son of Mr and Mrs R D McRae Belbora bid farewell on 25 November at Belbora with a majority birthday party, toasts and gifts. A public farewell for Trooper McRae and Trooper Merge was held at Krambach. The Bunge Ginl Win the War Auxiliary promote a Girls Gaiety Revue in Gloucester on 10 December at Star Theatre with tickets 3/ and 2/. Gloucester Red Cross and Dungog Girls Win War Aviary run a cattle sale at Gloucester Shire Yards on 10 December and other sales planned into January. A Christmas Tree event resumes December 13 at M Laurie Memorial Hall. Presbyterian Free Church services list locations and times.
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James McRae
AWLP
R. D. McRae
Belbora
Arewell
Blow
Jim
T. Lynch
J. Kertehear
Part
Jones
C. Blow
McRae
Troop
Krambach
Gloueseter
Star Theatre
Dungog
Cavanaugh's
Gloucester Red Cross
W. Fi
Sparke (Gert Pty, Ltd
Gloucester Shire
Toni Hicks
Gloucester
TD Binpight
Maitland
Cavanaugh’s
Dungog War
Personal World reports serious illness in Egypt and local notices
This week brings news of Priv ate Roger Rye in Egypt recovering from a scorpion bite, while Mrs. Cecil Hopley of Gloucester dies in Sydney. Jean Frost passes nurse training entry exam and starts at Royal Alexandria Hospital for Children in Camperdown. Tom Leedham, Bowman Public School teacher, to Orange after holidays. Gloucester players mourn his departure. Mrs. Morton Stanley visits ill mother Mrs. Sexe. Mrs. Geale improving. Rev Father Michael Sheharie officiates at Gloucester ceremony at Mrs. Dan Senior's home. Mayle Green, lately ill, enjoys holiday at Bot Macquarie. TM Murray of Forbesdale seeks specialist for eye affection.
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Egypt
Roger Rye
Sydney
Cecil Hopley
Onetine
Gloucester
Jean Frost
Mes. S. Frost
Royal Alexandria Hospital For Children
Camperdows
Tom Leedham
Michael Sheharie
Taree
Dan
Champion
Mayle Green
Bot Macquarie Mix
TM. Murray
Forbesdale
Australia’s Abbott urges all party unity in war economy
In the budget debate Mr J P Abbott of New England urged a strong working government to govern or risk people’s rage. He called for rapid Australian munitions and shipbuilding growth and proposed compulsory savings via stamps with redeemable certificates after the war.
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Keane
Lab. Vic
Senate
Britain
Australia
England
J. P. Abbott
C.P
New England
Mr. Abbott
Abbott
School Concert Success at Gloucester District Rural School
A crowded crowd attended the Star Theatre concert by the Gloucester District Rural School with certificates awarded by Mrs Poo H Deards for top pupils in each class. Recipients include Thelma McDonald, Mary McLeod, Phyllis Latinore, Brian Attwater, and many others, plus marked “most improved” in each class. The event netted £21 4s, with expenses listed at £23 18s 6d and 42 14 8 balance noted. a report will appear in Tuesday’s skite.
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Gloucester
Star Theatre
Poo H. Deards
Thelma McDonald
Mary McLeod
Phyllis Latinore
Brian Attwater
Julie Williams
Lynn Gray
Gwen Morrin
Namoi Franks
Pat Highton
June Collins
Neville Smith
Margaret Morris
Joan Gray
Pate Campbell
Jim Ebbeck
Darnley
Keppie
Rene Stanbury
Elizabeth Hooker
Gorion Ross
Ail Bowenmont
Ward's River Red Cross Fundraiser Acknowledged
Mr and Mrs J McGregor hosted a charity party at their Terreet home on 2301 November. Despite unsettled weather, guests enjoyed music by H Chapman and Exwardts, a fancy stall run by Mrs McGregor and Mrs Slap Robinson, and cheerful competitions. Proceeds of 14 pounds reflected the organisers’ generosity and planning.
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Red Cross
J. McGregor
Terreet
H. Chapman
Exwardts
Robinson
McGregor
Runn
Velma Rawards
McGregors
F. Burton
A. Gam
George MacKay
Ward
River Red Cross
Parade Reminder and Call for Volunteer Corps Members
Last night the parade roster was arranged for the Volunteer Corps unit. The usual Sunday parade is scheduled at the Park at 9:00 am. Attendance in recent parades has been poor, prompting an appeal for regular members and new recruits to join. The corps seeks trained individuals ready to respond in emergencies, hoping such events may never occur but acknowledging the potential need for a large, capable force.
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Vogular
Sinit
Mois
Farewell social in Barrington for ALF lads
Barrington residents report a farewell social held for local ALF boys heading overseas. A fountain pen was presented to the soldiers on behalf of the Barrington Hall Committee and Barrington Red Cross, with residents and friends contributing. The writer argues the gift should reflect all Barrington associations and residents.
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Barrington
ALF
Barrington Hall Committee
Barrington Red Cross
Barrington Public
Hall Committee
Greeks Moving to Saranda in Embattled Campaign
Front reports indicate Greek forces advancing toward Saranda amid heavy snow and mountain terrain. Athens says enemy assault halted with ongoing bitter fighting. Italians withdraw under Greek pressure near Argyrokastron and Port Fulua as clashes continue at high elevations.
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London
Uso
Saint Quaranta
Baranda
Faye
ALRV
Eekastron
Cnifupsine
Argyrokastron
Port Fula
Lake
Vidal
Rumania Falls Under Nazi Ties In New Accord
London dispatch reports a ten year economic and technical aid pact between Nazi Germany and Romania aimed at stabilizing Romania’s economy, agriculture, and industry. The alliance promises credits, equipment, and irrigation support while securing Romanian markets and prices, as Vienna plans broader coercive influence.
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London
Weanesuay
Rawnantia
Trenty
Winch
Romania
Spoier
Tme Rumanten
Copia Quertel
Rumania
Dieposal Fee
Ramiania
der Pact
Uae
Aditir
Bucharest
Eirantal
Romy
Germany
Nazi With
Vienna
Churchill Leads War On U Boats In British Drive
War cabinet plans spearhead Britain’s anti U boat campaign. Churchill personally oversees merchant ship protection as American destroyers and New Zealand aid are urged to join. Government signals expanded Atlantic operations, with Australia and Canada urged to contribute naval vessels and factory shipbuilding to speed up the fight.
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London
Britain
Ont
Churyuilh
Italy
Avis
Washington
Tly Danatien
Adatralia
Efuid Als
Evernul
Nave suTvet
Canavan
United States
Ryitaim
Raya
Nian
Florin Afternoon for Convent Highlights Meet
A fragmentary report notes a Wednesday event at the Ginieester Manvent with the Schone of Ants and various performers and assistants. Mentions include Miss Taylor, secretary, and Miss Higgins among staff, with references to an audience and routine ceremonial duties.
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Hws
Vimuiberté
Atv
Mise
Thomas
Xuenetn
Missy
Taylor Yeas
Thal
Misa J. Ril
RF. Higgins
Paleinesea
Waukivery AED Cross Danger at Hall Event
A lively charity event at Waukivits Hall on November 1 featured a dance and prize drawings. Miss Jenkin performed, Mrs Rolrom Tren helped, and Mr Hodmm guided the crowd as the McKinnon orchestra and local dancers provided music and entertainment for a pleasant evening.
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Cavan
Miss Jenkin
Mie
Hodmm
Mra
Blensdale
SEE
McKinnons
Orckestis
Nur Toeat
Hunris
Wabbivze Atagsther
Fralire
Toury
War Chest Fund Notes From The Treasures And Presentations
The article lists weekly disbursements and receipts for the War Chest Fund, noting amounts from the Ladies Auxiliary and a named list of contributors. It mentions watch presentations to service members including B. Berry, Stan Robinson, Arnold Harris, Fred Hurts, and P Naughten during the past year.
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Fighting Services
Watchas
B. Berry
Stan Robinson
Arnold Harris
Fred Hurts
P. Naughten
Gloucester hosts bowl match amid praise for green find
Port Macquarie visitors enjoyed fine weather and admired a prized green. The local team beat visitors with a 38 98 total score while Lowesmith and Carolan defeated Gray, Doarde and Houghton 18 10. Teams for the next match at Taree tomorrow are listed with players including Weekes, Rye, Carolan, Boover, Teal, Kendall, Lowe, Shel don, Hawdon, Smith, Highfield, Andrews, Adams, Gray, Laurantis, Hebblewhite, Woodward.
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Port Macquarie
Vial
Une Chineay
Gloucester
Bil O'Neill
Une
Lowesmith
Carolan
Gray
Doarde
Houghton
Taree O-Morrow
Tole
Lease by Tender for Barrington Dairy Farm 207 Acres
Tenders invited to lease Barrington Dairy Farm near Barrington four miles from town. The farm covers 207 acres with buildings in good order. Tenders close December 10 at 5 p.m. addressed to G. K. Lambert and W. EB Spare Pty. Ltd Auctioneers, Gloucester.
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Barrington Dairy Farm
Barrington
Gg. K. Lambert, Qio W. EB
Spare
Ger.). Pty. Ltd, Auctioneers
Gloucester
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Ymas Pig & Calf Sale
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