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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 21, 1944
Page
2
Optometrists D L McDonald of London and Sydney firms will visit Gleucrater on Saturday February 12. They will consult at the Commercial Hotel from nine in the morning until six in the evening.
Valerie Rudkin aged one month, daughter of Mr and Mrs Ray Rudin of Stratford, died at Marti eemia Hospital. Funeral held in Stratford Friday with Rev N Lynford Smith officiating. Our sympathy extended to the bereaved family. Meat rationing note from Ministry for Customs discusses meat allowances and impact on timber infantry. no definite undertakings given for any section or industry.
A monthly petrol ration of one to four gallons will be allowed to private motor boat owners starting February 1 for three months. The Supply Minister (Mr Bunley) announced the policy and wrist bands to help affected owners, many of whom are beer fishermen, supplement their income. Basic wage adjustments by the Industrial Registrar (Mr Murray Stewart) will cut pay from the first February pay period under federal rules, affecting railway and metal trades workers.
High grass across the state raises bush fire risk as officials call for strict public vigilance. Citizens are urged to clear around properties, creating safe buffers to protect homes and aid firefighting. In rural and suburban areas, individuals must act now as local councils face strains. Window boards may be removed by shopkeepers if costs stay under £28, with higher costs needing director approval. Methodist services Sunday: Gloucester 11 am and 2:20 pm Ward's River, led by Rev. N Lynford Smith.
A letter from a prisoner of war writes home to Mr and Mrs Pred Giddey in Glolerater describing daily life in captivity. He mentions scarce mail, parcels from England, cricket and football attempts with limited equipment, and his improving health and routine in the camp. He asks about home and a family member named Jack, noting cultural theatre shows and plans for study. The letter is dated October 1948.
Mr F Boltor of Taree reports his son Acting Flight Lieutenant William Noel Belford was initially listed missing after an January 1944 operation but soon confirmed alive. He served as captain of a Lancaster aircraft, with cables saying Belford and crew were sighted over the North Sea and later rescued. Friends of Mr and Mrs Belford celebrate his safe return. Herb Rudin, Private, writes from New Guinea with news of recovery and ongoing service.
The Russian army pushed 13 miles into German defenses near Leningrad and captured Kragny and Ropaha forts along with 150 artillery pieces. A second Red Army breakthrough 100 miles south of Leningrad breached a 30 mile front, advancing 18 miles. In the Pacific, a major Allied air attack on Rabaul damaged several Japanese ships and planes, with 18 aircraft lost and 200 bombers involved.
The Wingham Chronicle informs Oxley electors that elections are near and vows to support fair treatment for all candidates. It states the paper acts independently of the Democratic, Country, and Labor parties and will not favor any side.
A level crossing crash near Hawkesbury River station claims fifteen lives, including several children, and injures many as a bus and train collide. Officials launch a departmental inquiry while offering condolences and aid to victims’ families. The driver and fireman describe the chaotic smash as the bus and train bore into each other, with bodies scattered and wreckage burning. The accident disrupted rail lines and prompted immediate assistance to the bereaved.
Red Cross Glove Crosster branch met at the Selenot of Arts at 3 pm January 18. President EB McHippling and members elected new organizers Mrs Giddsy and Mrs Parish. A Maytime Ball fund raise for P O W appeals was approved and £50 sent to FLQ for general funds along with £18 for P O W appeals.
Report of a bowls day with Hawden Ebbeek vs Laurence Laurantua in the Pairs Championship. Scores list Gourenow Laurantoy 159 Hawden Ebbeck 18 Ebbyek jun Sheldin 47 Bolton Houghton 17 Collins Carolan Andrews 11 Ellis Monro Brighton 17 Carthew Kendall 11 Wort Beattie 17. The green expected to be flat and attendance advised for tomorrow.
Commercial Gloucester pig and calf sale notes a strong arrival of heavy pigs and porkers with high demand from buyers. Yardings were lighter for calves as Metropolitan calf markets faltered. prices remained firm for weighty entries though smaller and plain calves sold lower amid limited competition.
On Wednesday Premier Mr McKell announced that cases where persons are charged with violence to children will be heard in open court. Amending legislation to implement the decision is being prepared.
Wingham advances with a local show scheduled for March 19. Schedules become available February 1 from Secretary A C Beal. Coastal towns may follow suit with large crack draft funding of £20, £5, and ét.
Notice to contributors and advertisers that due to mail delays and stamp shortages, all material must reach the office by mid day on publication days Monday and Thursday. Claims of late arrivals cannot be guaranteed.
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