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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 04, 1939
Page
2
Current topics discuss Britain's stance under Lord Halifax, with the Times noting no retreat from resistance and negotiation, while the Telegraph asserts Halifax fixed the nation's course. Reports include local financials, a police court murder charge, and film listings in a mixed, period-voiced summary.
The piece discusses how the unexpected leads to crashes, citing a night level crossing collision with two cars and a locomotive. It notes the danger of headlight glare and mentions the Road Safety Council weighing compulsory headlight dipping, while warning drivers to be prepared for the unexpected.
Pantomime style ad claims a pint of best remedy for nose chest throat ailments costs two shillings. It promotes HEENZO concentrate to mix with water for coughs croup bronchitis and throat relief plus HEENZO nasal antiseptic for colds. The copy urges saving money by using HEENZO and promotes a variant called HWENZO-2.
A 1935 Willy's nedan owned by Mr. J Banks at Waukivory suffered partial destruction in a garage fire on a farm home. Fire started in the front of the car with unknown cause. Neighbours helped extinguish flames before major damage. the garage was partly destroyed and uninsured. the car remained unharmed.
A list of nominees and current members for the Show Committee is provided. Names include A. Graham, Laurie, Lowrey, McRaw, Shaw, Tate, Woodward among others. Several members who did not seek re election are noted. New candidates are A Graham, Li wry, A Allins, Farley, Tate, and Boonen. The text ends with a note referencing July 20.
A fragment describes contempt of court actions linked to Ty Lie FV Comet and others including Alan Roy as publisher of Ma3vay Chranicie and Manning River Pimes. It notes publications possibly made in ignorance of the law and that the court ordered the respondent to pay the applicant’s costs.
Commercial Homebush stock sales in Sydney report a firm market with best vealers and steers at strong prices. Gloucester and Maitland yards note mixed quality cattle, with poorer horse meat and calves scarce. buyers present, competition keen, overall firmer across classes. Large pens include calves, pigs, and cows with varying prices to guide future trades.
London July 2 the King and Queen attended a national service rally at Hyde Park to honor volunteers for national service across the country. Prime Minister Chamberlain praised the public spirit and noted militia reservists and grateful wives supporting the effort as the nation readies for any emergency while preserving peace.
A letter from an "Old Timer" argues for government involvement in mining. He cites economic distress, rising unemployment, and past mining scams. Proposes a mineralogical survey, state supervision of mining work, and a government battery to revive employment and stabilize towns like Kalgoorlie and Cape Town region.
Gloucester Rifle Club held a shoot last Saturday at the local range with results across 500, 600, and 700 yard distances. Top scorers include C. Baker, A. Collins, W. Walsh, H. Millen, McNaughton, and S. Hoy in various yardage contests.
In tough weather Gloucester and Wauchope battled for the Kenny-Whotohany Cup, finishing all square at 8-8. Gloucester led early and late, with Wauchope replying through Townsend and a late try by Gildey, as both sides pressed in a gusty wind and a crowd watched a lively 80 minutes.
The local Red Cross branch met on Tuesday June 20 at the School of Arts with Mesdames Higgins Street and others present. Mrs White and Mrs Garner sent apologies as Higgins presided and needles of the report on proceedings, including plans for Red Cross Day and fundraising, were discussed.
Results from Saturdays play show Cecil Glover scoring 67 to win the monthly meal for the third time in succession and tying with J McRae in the Locke Cup Handicap with 72 net off 27. Other scores include Ameyson 75 and W McGowan 7H. Rev Lyon 82. The Associates Stapleford pay comp begins tomorrow at 1:30 with matches listed among Miss Pavishy, Mrs King, Miss Lea, Mrs Yates, Mrs Street, Mrs Parish, Mrs Munro, Mrs Holland, Mrs Lynn, Mrs Anderson, Miss Eastin, Mrs Newton, and Mrs Michebrook.
Reports tell of a negro boy raised eleven years by a troop of baboons in a South African province. Kidnapped with a baby and later rescued at twelve, he learned English after guttural sounds. He lived on crickets prickly pears ostrich eggs and wild honey, slept outdoors, and walked on all fours. A hunter’s blast freed the boy as the baboons fled. This may be the first documented human raised by an anthropoid, with the tale suggesting maternal instinct of a mother baboon.
Stroud won the Squirrel Cup at Ward's River after a hard fought match by eight points to nil. Mr. Bine Findlay provided a splen did display on the whistle keeping the game fast and clean as Wauehope prepares for a return visit.
A listing of church services across Gloucester and nearby areas including Holy Communion and Evensong times for various parishes such as Nabiac Coole ongo Dyer's Crossing Krambach and Gloucester Memorial Service for Mrs. B McIntyre. Methodist and Baptist notices and an upcoming Gospel Meeting at the School of Arts Hall Gloucester with weekly Bible readings at Evangel Ravenshaw Street.
A crowd of anti fascists protested near the Italian gics consulate in San Antoni Chile during a Royal visit event. The demonstration appeared coordinated with Italian Canadian government officials present for the visit.
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