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Gloucester Advocate

Location

Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Jun 02, 1942

Page

3

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A partial OCR readout offers few clear facts but mentions a person and place in涉及. The text hints at a name and event but details are unreadable and uncertain.

Myall Creek Massacre recalled in Bulletin note

The Bulletin marks 103 years since the Myall Creek massacre on the Northern Tableland carried out by stockmen and shepherds who killed about 90 Aborigines. Major Denny Day aroused Maitland authorities, with trials in Sydney. Seven men were hanged in December 1829.

The Bulletin Myall Creek Australia Brighi Hobbs Abos Denny Day P.M Maitland Sydney Nav Jowboy Murrurundi Darkies Gearea Gipns Secon Essex Street Lower George Street

Petrol Ration Priority Clarified By N.R.M.A.

The N R M A explains petrol ration priority in emergency. Low priority numbers mean higher priority licenses would be cut less, while higher numbers imply greater reductions. The minister’s statement aimed to clarify confusion about how licence categories affect petrol allocation.

Beasley N.R.M.A Nr.ml.a

Climax In Libyan Battle Near Knightsbridge

The Cairo communique says the Libyan battle has reached a climax and the next 36 to 46 hours will decide the engagement near Knightsbridge, about 30 miles southwest of Tobruk. Axis forces in the British zone need supplies as Rommel presses through mined defenses, with Tobruk’s fall reportedly not achieved despite a bold south assault attempt.

Lgundon Libya Cairo Knightsbridge Tobruk Gazala Rommel Fommel

Rain and guarantee lift Riverina wheat farmer outlook

A Riverina farmer cites good rain and a four shilling per bushel guarantee as timely for his crop. He notes seed sowing faced a dry spell, but germination has been excellent as soil warmed and moisture arrived, placing farmers in a favorable position.

Increase in allowances for non official postmasters announced

An Australian Senate announcement by Postmaster-General Senator Ashley vows to raise allowances for non official postmasters across all regions. The rural network provides bread, groceries, and communications alongside mail, often serving full-time duties with limited pay. A thorough department review follows a stalled arbitration, with proposals pending for both parties and a aim for a fair resolution.

Senate Ashley Ash Commonwealth Postmasters’ Association of Australia Public Service Loral Anc Maclear Argus

Cattle Yardings At Flemington And Homebush Report

Commercial Pitt Son and Badgeery Ltd. report 2066 cattle yarded at Flemington today with a moderate prime showing. Prices: H. A. Abbott Gloucester 21 steers to £13 3s averaging £12 10s 9d. 7 dealers £9 10s averaging £8 18s 8d. Winchcombe Carson Ltd. report 2066 cattle yarded. prime 10s to 40s dearer. Best dealers to 58s, steers 48s, heifers 44s, bulls 44s, cows 39s. At Homebush last Thursday 11 cows from H. A. Bignell Gloucester realised £9 12s per head at Winchcombe Carson's auction. Indicates moderate offerings for coming sales.

Pitt Son and Badgeery Ltd Flemington H. A. Abbott Gloucester Winchcombe Carson Ltd Homebush H. A. Bignell

Parish appeals for debt relief and church works

The Parochial Council asks parishioners to donate to wipe out the church debt and fund sewerage at the Rectors. Donations may be in cash or kind, with a list of contributors to be posted in St. Paul’s porch. Funds aid interest payments, sewerage, and war work through Celops.

Church OF England Herb St. Paul's Church Diocesan Council Newcastle Church of England League of Patriotic Service

Congregational Mission Opens Free Gloucester Campaign Hall

Courtesy donation from Mr Peter Anderson allows the former billiard saloon on Chintth Street Gloucester to host the Copeland Mission and Gospel Fishermen Evangelical Campaign starting Thursday at 7 30 p m. The message urges Gloucester residents to engage and support outreach efforts with biblical quotations about harvest and labourers.

Congregational Mission Peter Anderson Rose Bay Chintth Street Gloucester Copeland Mission Jesus Christ Rev. B. Martens

Sunday Church Services by Denomination and Time

Church services listed for Sunday June 7 across denominations in Gloucester Copeland Craven Creek Forbesdale Craven Creek Upper Barrington Lower Barrington Glouces ter. Rev. J. A. Smith Rev. B. Martens Rev. H. Lynn Rev. A. Webster conduct services at various times.

Church of England T Trinity I Gloucester Bowman Farm Forbesdale J. A. Smith Copeland Craven Creek B. Martens H. Lynn Free Presbyterian Upper Barrington Lower Barrington Rev A. Webster

Heenzo Cough Remedy Offers Quick Relief at Home

A historical ad promises Heenzo as a concentrated cough remedy that costs 2s 1d per bottle. It claims rapid action for coughs colds croup bronchitis and influenza, suggesting users mix with sweetened water to make a pint suitable for adults and children. Order through local stores or chemists.

Government to ease clothing rationing and prices

Officials said the Federal Government would increase supplies of certain garments and curb coat costs. Shoppers awaiting ration coupons could expect a wider selection at lower prices once stocks improve.

Lost scarf offered reward at Advocate office

A grey scarf with a blue stripe is missing. Reward offered for its return to the Advocate office.

Advocate” Office

Forbesdale Dance Sets Benefit Thursday Evening

Forbesdale hosts a Thursday night dance on the fourth of June to raise funds for the Red Cross. Proceeds from the event support relief efforts and community activities.

Forbesdale Red Cross

Front Door Mats and Goods Placed for Sale

A catalog-style notice lists Front Door Mats with dates 4/9 5/3 6/- 6/9 at unspecified pricing, Canvas Cow Rugs at 12/8, Beef Casks 25 gallon at 30/ each, Ball Bearing Lawn Mowers 12in at 72/6 and 14in at 75/, Lawn Mower Grass Catches 9/3 all sizes.

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