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Gloucester Advocate

Location

Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Feb 17, 1947

Page

2

Optometrists Visit and Fitting in Gloucester

DT McDonald and Romcacs of London plan a Friday fitting day in Gloucester for GLOUCESTER spectacles. Jack and McDonald JDVnney Pty Limited are involved in the arrangement as optometrists and opticians. Fire v6 Pat may be referenced, with possible committee actions at a Commercial Hotel.

DT McDonald Romcacs FEMO London Webter Jack & McDoneld Jdvnney Pty Limited Gloucester Marcie Fire Pat

Gloucester Shire plans for new secondary school site

The Gloucester Shire Council reviews plans for a new secondary school on a central site, with the Education Department and local boards asked to prepare accommodation needs. A public works review notes proposed road and utility changes, while a maintenance committee is reappointed to oversee Memorial Park activities and local carnival programs.

Gloucester Ginicertershire Tr Ft. Pytsgealt L.A Chuvcyater

Electricity loan application review uncovers local finance concerns

A historical summary notes a government loan proposal by the Glourestey Mute Co to lend 000 for 30 years at per annum, with conditions on repayment and extension, and a council inquiry into its feasibility, rural expansion, and impact on finances. Debates mention rates, repayment terms, and potential spread to farming districts.

Gouri Pray Elaine Joan Tate Dard Lyk Joan Dr. Liversaire Uid General Review Connertion Wits Afl Thomas Liversigte Livermore

Cars Collide on Brushy Cutting

Police investigate a double vehicle collision on Brushy cutting road near Clover. Blevins and another driver suffered vehicle damage as cars collided near a fence, with one car nosed into the roadside. No serious injuries reported.

Exming Vung Ts Guard Blevins Cay Rnput Hughes Cay Eesninon Euing Blevins Palice Sre Texlion Vee Collialen

Fallen Comrades Memorial Service Remembrance Held

A memorial service honors fallen comrades at Singapore Remembrance Service in Gloucester. Ex-P.O.W. Tom Dare and Kavikion attend with others, speakers include J Smith and local RSL subbranch president J Z Heke. The crowd observed a simple solemn ceremony around the memorial clock, with prayers by Mr May.

Australia Singapore Glowcester O.W Gloucester Manry Kavikion Tom Dare Bnow Lindas Mabie J Smith RSL J. Z. Heke May Ka Ton Gibson

Rabbits at Kennedy Flat Dance and Protectors Report

Rabbits at Kennedy Flat will be subject to Departmental Procedure during a site event. A dance at Hankington is planned with the town band and orchestra to perform Friday night, with plans for safety and coverage by local authorities.

Kennedyr Flat Hankington Einll

Tender notice for city catering stalls at Gloucester Town

Public tender invites bids to supply and serve hot meals and American tea from four stalls at Gloucester. Stall numbers 1 and 2 to operate with fixed pricing. bids must be sealed and lodged with the town clerk by 8 pm on Friday March 1948. Highest or any tender may not be accepted. details from the clerk.

Gloucester Om Mobim Fawten Lee Hklst Emerton Maimond Ain Ik Geethia Manning Une Zereud Me Bongne Ufedale Italia

Annual Meeting of Mothers Glob at School Friday Next

The Annual Meeting of the Mothers Glob will be at the School Friday next February 20 at 2 pm. Election of Officers will be held. Afternoon program provided by members. Members and intending members are cordially invited to attend. D McDonald, Hon. Sec.

Cordhully D. McDonald See

Public notices on Friday seek business clearances

A garbled public notice indicates offices to be opened on Friday for business. It mentions PRIEST v UAW tied to the Employees' Annual Picnic and references February and local officials, with unclear names and dates.

la Hurvby Bumgess Chaplin Buje Cherer

Urgently Wanted Farm and Dairying Work Markind Man

A man named Markind seeks immediate employment in farm work dairying and related tasks. He offers capabilities in station work and general labor and requests consideration for part time or ongoing positions with potential references. He is ready to relocate for suitable agricultural roles.

FARLEY In loving memory of our dear daughter and sister Metva

In loving memory of Metva Farley passed away February 147 aged 2 years not a day goes by we forget you Our hearts ache with sorrow yet your memory stays bright We loved you and miss you every day by mother Mary and family and by brother Fran and Joyce and all the relatives Also entries honor Melva Perley and other relatives in the family notice-style memorials from 1987 and earlier with faded OCR text and affectionate lines from parents and cousins

Raney Rana Mway Sen Perle Unt Daar Melve Sis Amy Ufe Mave Mem Twarley Perce Farley Metva Fluaoell John Mather Water Mary del Farley Melva Mile Som John Pasad Gurus Fuary Fran Ainler Joyce Way Ruswell Auiiéas Hr Kelly Vun Etna Fand Tom Maul Alma Bee David Ainty Marva Ant

Wanted A Man for Bush Work at Craven Plateau

Classified notice seeking a married man with farm bush work knowledge. Preference for two children, readiness for wet weather duties, cottage and smoke mapped tasks. Location Archer Waitium Property Craven Plateau. Applications in by a stated price through Upper Bowman Tayseater.

Archer Waitium Craven Plateau Euiogwle Upper Bowman

Wingham Show Promises Cash Prizes and Events

The Upper Manwing district will host a farming show next month at Wingham with prize money over 4300. Events include woodchop long jump and bunting. The second day features a minutes for Agriculture session. Secretary ALG Beal, Wingham, provides show details and schedules.

Shaw Ebl Graham Ani Alg Beal Wingham

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