National Defence Recruiting Move Aims To Rally Gloucester
Public meeting called by Shire President P H Deards seeks universal support for National Defence in Gloucester district. The notice urges all adults to assist, warns against pacifism, and cites Fascist conditioning of youth and US preparedness as reasons to stay strong with the Commonwealth effort.
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Commonwealth
P.H Deards
Gloucester
Seeton
Italy
Germany
Thomas
Dem
United States of America
British Empire
Defence Rally Aims To Strengthen Gloucester Militia Troop
The Shire President announces a 7 February Defence Rally welcomed by locals. Gloucester’s Troop of the 1th Light Horse Regiment under Lieut-Colonel M A Brown is at full strength with 40 men, up from 28, and many more volunteers wish to join. Public support could boost funds for equipment and bivouacs and improve accommodation. Some call for compulsory training, but voluntary efforts show many recruits invest extra time to master unit work, while the national defence awakening should raise respect for the King's uniform.
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Queensland
W. Torgan Smith
Australia
Gloucester
1Th Light Horse
M. A. Brown
Commonwealth
Star Theatre Donation for Defence Rally
It is announced with great appreciation that the use of the Star Theatre for the Defence Rally on February 71 has been donated by Mr RL Hughes Gloucester. H Deards.
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Star Theatre
RL. Hughes
Gloucester
Gloucester Shire Council mulls defence rally in Gloucester
In the Advocate’s report on the Gloucester Shire Council January meeting the president’s plan for a public meeting to discuss defence matters is noted. The writer laments lack of official backing for a Gloucester defence rally and praises local willingness to help, while highlighting strong enlistment and fundraising in past wars.
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Toe! MG
T Ant
Preparedness for Imperial Defense in Australia
Australia to spend millions to modernize defence with a strengthened Commonwealth system. Gallon calls for militia recruitment as war veterans join units in numbers. RSSILA backs government efforts, stressing that an unprotected country invites invasion.
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Australia
ALF
Rssila
Prepared community drills and emergencies urged
A reflection on the value of a highly-organised community with the capacity to prepare for emergencies that may never occur, expressing hope that such crises never arise.
Why Gloucester Should Have an Aerodrome
An argument urging Gloucester Council to acquire an aerodrome site to boost speed of transport, emergency medical access, and pilot training. The Newcastle Aero Club plans, costs, and community volunteers are discussed, with emphasis on local benefits and long-term loan financing.
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Gloucester
Commonwealth Bank
Loral
A. Rushbrooke
Newcastle Aero Club
Alr
Newcastle Aero Chit
Aerodrome at Gloucester Proposed for Coastal Defence
A Gloucester proposal urges rapid establishment of an aerodrome to defend the coast of New South Wales. The plan argues multiple aerodromes near Newcastle and Port Stephens, with Gloucester as a strategic site already measured and ready for inspection.
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Bushbrooke
Royal
Australia
New South Wales
RAAF
Newcastle
Port Stephens
Gloucester
Stratford
Organise our Resources Dwar Str Gloucester Shire War Meeting
The Gloucester shire Council at its last meeting backs a public meeting to test local sentiment on defence preparedness. J T Hicks urges citizens to support organized resources to deter invaders, stressing national pride and readiness until aid arrives from Britain or allies.
Public Meeting Convened in Gloucester For Home Defence
The notice states a public meeting to be held at Star Theatre Gloucester on 7 February 1939 at 81 pan. It is convened by P H Deards to discuss matters relating to Home Defence.
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Star Theatre
Gloucester
Public Meeting for Defence of Australia Convened
A letter from Percy I Deards of Gloucester dated 24 January 1939 urges a 9‑public meeting to discuss defence matters. The writer stresses preparedness in peacetime, the need for citizen organisation, and the role of committees to aid the Defence Department in transport supplies and military essentials if war comes.
Be Prepared for Defence Organisation in Gloucester
The letter urges wilderness disaster lessons as a call for strong local defence planning. It stresses the need for organised defence, warns against being caught unprepared, and asks all residents to attend Councillor Deards meeting for wholehearted support. Dated Gloucester January 19 1939 signed by David H. J. Hill.
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Europe
Victoria
New South Wales
Gloucester
Deards
David H. J. Hill
Women urged to join wartime nurse and militia effort
An appeal urging Australian women to support national defense, nursing, and recruiting campaigns. The author recalls service as a nurse in the Great War, emphasizes equal contribution of women and men, and argues for ongoing national unity and readiness, highlighting Gloucester’s role in the state movement.
Defence Act limits overseas service of militia members
The Defence Act section 49 strictly prohibits drafting militia to serve beyond Commonwealth or territory limits unless members volunteer. Authorities stated this policy amid inquiries on overseas drafts in case of war.
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Commonwealth
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Sie
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Tramsnort
Couneil
Irker
Onr
Gresham
Tesra
Gloucesten
Fordyce
Civil Aviation Board
Gloucestershire Council
J.T. Hicks
Battin
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Str
Defence Department
Percy
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