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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 09, 1940
Page
1
The piece extols thrift as the art of fortune, arguing savings are built through wise spending and planned finances. It notes incomes are typically modest, urging people to use Savings Bank accounts for safety, interest, and ready access when needed.
The Gloucester A H and P Association reported a debt free year with receipts exceeding expenditure by 12 pounds 10 shillings 2 pence. President B P Dawson and Secretary Mrs Newton praised efficiency and canvassed for new members while noting show ball dates and prize money improvements.
The drought pressured the district show with a lower gate, reduced salefields, and dampened profits though the Show Ball boosted finances. Officials praise exhibitors and public support under wartime strain. NSW Council of Agricultural Associations urges continued producer cooperation and standardisation work for greater national gains. Dawson thanks vice presidents, ladies, and volunteers, urging ongoing fiscal progress and war effort contribution.
In a defiant stance Churchill declares that even if England or much of it falls to subjugation and starvation, the Empire beyond will continue the struggle. He urges unwavering resistance and to not let him down.
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