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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 04, 1941
Page
1
A persuasive note emphasizes choosing advertised goods, arguing that reputation and consistent standards protect buyers. It urges reliance on trusted local and national ads, framing advertising as a benchmark of quality and sound economics in daily purchases.
The Advocate notes that each issue is read by about 3000 people and is the sole guaranteed channel to place goods and services before the Gloucester District. It claims only a tiny fraction of buyers can be reached by other methods.
London reports a pivotal phase in the war between Germany and Russia with claims of large German advances and massive Soviet losses. Both sides cite setbacks and strategic moves around Dvinsk Minsk and Bialystok as news outlets urge caution amid conflicting reports.
London reports Stalin announced on Russian stations a major war setback with German forces occupying Lithuania and parts of Latvia White Russia and Western Ukraine. He urged total mobilization to crush the enemy, promising Russia’s victory, while warning of Germanisation threats to Baltic peoples and stressing the justness of the Soviet cause.
London reports Lieut General Claude Auchinleck will succeed General Wavell as Commander in Chief of the Imperial Forces in the Middle East. Wavell moves to become Commander in Chief in India. Captain Oliver Lyttelton is named Minister of State to represent the War Cabinet in the Middle East.
A compact list traces slang phrases to their origins from authors across centuries. It notes Take to one’s heels from 1593 Shakespeare to phrases like fly off the handle 1825 Neale and keep a stiff upper lip 1833 Hen perked, among others, with dates and attributions.
The annual report of the Licensing Bench and Licenses Reduction Board shows 227 prosecutions for selling liquor without a license in the year. It notes that unlicensed premises liquor trade is a large and growing problem.
London reports say Imperial troops in Syria have been reinforced to speed the campaign. Allies are said to have taken Es Sukhne north of Palmyra and occupied two Vichy posts north of Jezzin. General Dente admits Allied forts near Beit, and Vichy troops retreat north of the Dabeuy River after bombardments. Palmyae post and aerodrome 70 miles north of Mamascts surrendered.
An Australian Commerce official notes rabbit skin trading as a profitable sideline, with exports offset by prices set by the Commonwealth Prices Commissioner. Rabbit hunting has increased during wartime, supporting hat manufacture and keeping retail hat prices steady. Reported payments include 25 shillings for six skins at Gloucester and a trapper earning about £32 weekly for four nights’ trapping.
NSW railways report record passenger journeys surpassing 200 million and goods haulage above 17 million tons. Commissioner Hartigan cites war conditions and petrol rationing as drivers of the boom. Expenditure plans propose a five year program with £3 million annual spend to meet rising transport needs.
A South African woman Mrs Scholtz in Orange Free State claims a world record by bearing 1p children by age 35 while all are living. Figures contrast with Mrs Matthew Bauer who reportedly had a child each year for 28 years. Other totals include Mrs Bernard Scheinberg with 69 children before death and a note on quadruplets, triplets and twins amid wild claims.
Australian troops in Palestine enjoy a rest period with extended leave and full amenities after Greece and Crete campaigns. Lieutenant General Blamey reports the men are in good spirits, with some on light duties and others sightseeing or using camp entertainments. Reorganization and equipment continues as supplies remain ample. Relatives are assured of prompt care and entertainment following the strenuous campaign.
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