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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 29, 1941
Page
1
A persuasive notice urges readers to buy only advertised goods and services, claiming advertised brands meet a consistent high standard. It argues reputation and experience back the claim, linking trust to sound economics and regular preference. The notice promotes the Local Paper for Advertisers as the standard source.
An enduring plea declares that READ BY 3000 PEOPLE is the only guaranteed avenue to place goods and services before Gloucester District residents. It asserts reach is limited for other methods and emphasizes the public’s exposure to this channel.
The Gloucester Bowling Club met at the School of Arts. The 29 full members grew to 36 with new arrivals from the Golf Club. The annual report notes green upkeep by W J Adams and Ted Morris, new numbers and indicators, a sign for visitors, and planned costs for upkeep. Competitions were contested. Beginners Handicap drew twelve players. no Pennants due to petrol rationing. Jack Carolan starred in Country Week and in the Singles Championship.
Gloucester Electric Supply Co advertises high speed electric ranges with five years service and two years easy terms. Interclub bowling season notes include visits by Dungog Taree Wingham and Port Macquarie, Visitors Day for Red Cross funds, and annual club reports. Awards, officers, and trophies are announced with thanks to volunteers and supporters.
The monthly report cites wool shortages affecting the Comforts Depot and explains rationing as fair distribution among knitters. It urges strict following of depot instructions, full wool return, and notes 1480 completed articles. It also calls for more khaki socks, blue gloves, balaclavas, butter muslin shirts, and five experienced machinists to finish pullovers.
Optometrist D L McDonald of London Webster Jack & McDonald Sydney Pty Limited will attend at the Commercial Hotel Gloucester on Saturday August 23 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. People may consult him during the visit.
Milwaukee disposal plant produces 100 tons per day of dried activated sludge sold as fertilizer. Analyses show twenty three elements including boron copper manganese and zinc in available form. Minor nutrients may explain benefits in sandy soils and in mixed fertilisers.
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