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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 31, 1939
Page
4
Detective Dan argues with Briscow and rejects the Old Bird as a fool. Briscow warns him that discipline, not ego, wins cases and stresses teamwork, plain duty, and the Branch's system. Dan faces shame yet accepts a hard path to prove himself and stay in the C.I.B.
In a tense verandah confrontation, Dan insists on solving a burglary alone, offering to reveal findings only when proven. Sergeant Briscow, loyal to the force, pledges to report to the Old Bird, while Dan seeks time to test his theory about an American hired gun involved in the case. The men debate loyalty, risk, and the path to truth as the plot continues.
A Gloucester Lodge chapter honors its officers after winning the Grand Master’s Shield as district leaders praise its progress. Beekeeping notes from the coast highlight honey quality across coastal flora including ironbark and clover, with marketing insights on grade, moisture, and price.
Mr C L Fitch extension horticulturist at Town State College outlines ten potato growing rules. Plant on strong clay subsoil with slight slope for drainage. Plant early and use fertiliser. Treat seed to prevent scale. Use best seed and adopt varieties. Space 12 to 36 inches, plant 20 bushels or more per acre. Dig and sort by size, store promptly to preserve skins. A petty anecdote about a Jewish banker and a car mudguard tale is included.
Mrs V Albert of Petertam NSW claims nerve pain relief after one course of Hod Wondextul treatment. A Genoese money back guarantee certificate and parish street notice promote the remedy with a booklet offering refunds.
A fragmented verse celebrates steady rain ending drought. Odd phrases mention cows, paddocks, green shoots, and a weary refrain about grumbles and corn-bag outside the door. The voice recalls cheerful signs of rain and farewell to drought while alluding to Mr Mares.
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