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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 31, 1945
Page
2
The notice lists D.1 McDonald and RSMO London Wetstar along with Jack A McDonald iSydner Pty Lindtea m Optometrists. It states Thursday September from 4 am to 10 am and Friday until 10 am for consultations at the Commercial Motel.
Current Topics note the death of the fine show horse Mande Up. The seven year old mare Won 130 ribbons at Sydney Royal and 44 ribbons at Galloway Jack shows. Owner Mr Ay Bid of GanStone Creek wins substantial prizes. Also reports a punch line from a St George vs Newtown match and a surgical tip in the same page.
A Gloucester gathering marked the retirement of Mr. Weekes from banking and public service. Speakers praised his seven year tenure as manager, his War Chest leadership, and civic work with the Red Cross and local associations. Mrs Weekes received tokens. attendees thanked him and pledged support for his future. The event included a musical program and tributes from community leaders and friends.
The Lord Mayor warns the Australian Comfort and Aid Fund in New South Wales faces imminent failure due to money shortages. The article notes heavy debt, rising need with more Australians in service, and calls for immediate widespread public response to continue preparations for Christmas parcels and supplies.
The War Chest Fund reports additional gifts totaling near the ap total. Donations listed include amounts from Flow Belbora and Philips, with a total to date approaching significant sums. Contributions can be sent to Mr. H. Weekes, Hon. Treasurer, at Bank of MB. Gloucester Branch. The treasurer notes potential orders for the AC Art Union and urges continued support.
Wee My SMCBatn and family of Wing wm express thanks for messages and floral tributes after a bereavement. They especially thank Dr Smith and staff of Carlyle Hospital, Mr Sere Wallis, Dr Keon Wana and Mr Euldh Buimmervitte for assistance.
The first consignment of clothing for the Leicestershire appeal has departed for its journey. Articles were examined sorted and packed by Mr 3 Whatcon Sainte HY Menarn Carolan won. Packages of clothing and shoes are arriving at the Wir Chast nom and the Library with sorting and packing ongoing. The Country Women's Association contributed through setae one organization about Wa. The total expected to be around a ton. The appeal extends for another month with contributions accepted until the end of August.
Parish notices outline Gloucester church services led by Rector Devid Atay with a youth service at 11 and evening meeting at 7 30. Aimed at women’s fellowship with Rev Janet Methotst Cloyesater and Pastor Graeme Gmith coordinating activities across Aug events and local congregations.
Head of good quality station bred cattle from GB and New England owners including Hicks Bert Laurie Tom Bird A G Hicks FW Bag nail CM Burley and others, figures noted in sale catalog.
Avconunts subscribers are respectfully requested to give them early attention. Accounts in arrears totaling 379 years offoeets will be ca nceled on the 14th without further notice unless satisfactory arrangements are made for settlement before that date.
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