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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 21, 1939
Page
3
Winchcombe Carson Ltd notes rabbit skins sold at Wednesday Sydney sales totaling 51 tons. Prices varied by grade with 1st winters up to 56d per lb and 2nd winters 37d to 38½d, among many others. Overall market showed little quotable change though some heavy pelts and winter grades sold with modest shifts.
A Gloucester couple completes a new home blending English and Mediterranean styles. The Hicks residence on Queen Street features cream plaster interiors, cream walls, green accents, a veranda with river views, and a mix of early Victorian and Georgian furnishings. The design emphasizes homely simplicity with a modern touch.
Sergeant orders a 2 PM parade for a captain led eclipse lecture. If rain, the eclipse moves to the drill shed. Remarks about foreigners and British form hint at tension as the weather dampens spirits and errors are noted.
A classic appeal for female beauty using modern cosmetics to achieve a clear supple complexion. The text promises help in selecting correct shades of face powder rouge and lipstick to tone with individual colouring and notes a full range of top cosmetic makes available.
Letter from Iyetan Tops filed July 18 1938 protests straying cattle along roads near Lalo Mul, noting recent near misses and urging action. Complainant urges authorities to curb stock wandering at will, citing risk to lives and traffic as residents patrol streets at night for safety. Pro bono publico.
Gloucester prepares for a weekend football clash as Waratah-Mayfield first grade visit on Sunday with a strong lineup and many seats booked. The Stosk ton Club and Manning Cup challengers are set to appear, promising a sequence of competitive games before season end.
A women’s coat sale lists multiple styles with limited stock. Black Astrakhan, Black Velour with fur collar, and Brown Tweed offer sale prices from 17/6 to 55/-. Prices vary by material, collar type, and pocket or belt details, with many items marked down from higher usual prices. The listing includes sizes and decorative features for each coat.
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