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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 03, 1942
Page
2
F.B.C.A. Honours F.S.M.C. London of Webster Jack and McDonald Pty Limited will visit Gloucester on Saturday August 8 at the Commercial Hotel. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. They will be available for consultations during the visit.
War time notes reveal tea rationing by coupon starting next Monday allowing half a pound per person every five weeks, with advertisement details on the front page. Officials promote rationalisation of transport to conserve vehicles and fuel while directing manpower to essential war needs.
The Gloucester railway refreshment rooms heir died in Victoria last week during childbirth. The War Chest Street Stall will meet Thursday next in July. Reports from Canberra note medical rejections can return for reexamination. A Massey’s Creek rider tells of a horse’s long homing trek. Dairy shortages and tobacco supply fears rise as war strains affect Australia. Red Cross parcels sustain allied prisoners and their French, Belgian, and Dutch companions.
Death occurred at Stanford Merthyr on Sunday 28th inst of Mrs Elizabeth Clark widow of the late Mr Clark of that town She was 76 and survived by three daughters Mrs McAlister Stanford Merthyr Mrs Boland and Mrs Chant Newcastle Her brother Mr A Shelton Barrington and sisters Mrs Parish Senr Gloucester Mrs Belcher Underbank and Mrs Hales Cofts Harbour
At Manning Shire Council Chambers last week Government official A B Shelton conferred with district officers on providing manpower for rural industries. Attendees included A E Moore Stock Inspector J S Wilson Dairy Instructor Kempsey C K Brenton Fruit Inspector RM Watts Veterinary Inspector D B Sharpe Surveyor Taree and J M Pitt Senior Agricultural Instructor Taree.
Army authorities rolled out a poster and letter warning campaign to curb chatter about military matters. Hundreds of thousands of posters urge restraint among military and civilian lines, with penalties hinted for gossipers and rumour-mongers. Pig industry declared protected and manpower rules tightened to limit who can leave or be called up.
Power disruptions affect producer bas due to moisture absorption by charcoal. The NRMIA cautions keeping charcoal dry and drying when exposed. NSW charcoal production climbs from 250 tons weekly to 1,000 tons this month, with half from government kilns, easing shortage fears.
The Gloucester Branch of the Primary Producers' Union calls a special meeting for Thursday to discuss labour on farms. W C Worth through J L Shute requests details of all farm call ups to avoid labour shortages. A patriotic sports meeting on 18 July aims to raise funds with horse events and general sport at Gloucester Park.
Sales of local stock at Homebush last Monday included Cobark Pastoral Co Gloucester 1 vealer 13 shillings 4 pence. 87 cows to 12 pounds 1 shilling average 10 pounds 19 shillings 6 pence at Winchcombe Carsons offering.
Eighth Army fights in Egypt remain fluid as Axis forces push past El Daba while reinforcements arrive. Bombers strike Ramel’s army west of El Alamein as El Alamein reportedly holds. Sebastopol falls claimed by Hitler, not confirmed by Moscow. No-confidence motion against the British Government over Libya loss is defeated 475 to 25.
A June 30 fund event at the School of Arts featured dancing, musical chairs, lucky spot, and waltzing for adults and children to aid the Prisoners of War Fund. Prizes were awarded, a lifesaver race amused attendees, and supper followed. Alan Smith organized the effort, yielding £9 10s 6d to the committee, with thanks to Penfold, the musicians, and MC Len Monro.
The Second Liberty Loan of £35,000,000 is over-subscribed by £2,500,000 after a rush of small subscriptions. About 200,020 individuals joined, with past months showing large conversions and subscriptions. The Prime Minister applauded contributors and thanked all involved in Australia’s loan rally efforts.
Short farm employment notice seeks a girl for permanent work including milk and light house tasks at G A Poole residence in Lower Waukivory. Weekly wage listed as 15 shillings.
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