Empire Day at Waukivory Celebrated Despite Weather
Empire Day was celebrated at Waukivory Hall under the auspices of the Parents and Citizens Association on Wednesday 24 May. A large turnout enjoyed speeches by teacher W Straker A d Blanch and R Johnson with patriotic songs, then luncheon, presents for children, and a busy programme of athletic events. Mrs C Slade supplied music. Prizes included Catching the Fowl won by Mrs CC Breese, Sweetheart's Race to Miss W Slade and Mr R West. An open order for £1 to support picnic funds was won by J Carter who donated it back, with a meeting planned for Monday 7 p.m. in the School to discuss the balance sheet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waukivory
Waukivory Hall
W. Straker
A. d. Blanch
R. Johnson
C. Slade
CC. Breese
W. Slade
R West
J. Carter
Soldier's Letter From a Northern Beachhead
Max Kennedy writes from a battle area in the Pacific to his mother in Gloucester. He notes quiet dawns, a landing with little resistance, a few captured Japanese soldiers, dive-bombers, and a strong naval barrage. He mentions coconut trees stripped of tops, a new station, and missing mail as detachments spread across the island.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Max Kennedy
M.M
Mr. C. Kennedy
Glooucester
ALF
P.O.W
Navy
Ambulance Fund Benefit Held At Mrs Hebblewhite’s Home
A Moss afternoon party at the home of Mrs. F Hebblewhite raised about £12 for the Gloucester Ambulance. Notable performers included Vera Edwards and several others, with a stall, cards, and a music program contributing to the successful fundraising effort. Copeland residents donated fruit, jam and cash gifts, while the CWA thanked attendees, contributors, and Mrs. Hebblewhite for hosting despite personal troubles.
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Moss
F. Hebblewhite
Gloucester Ambulance
Gloucester
Vera Edwards
W. Irwin
J. Burley
Phyllis Abbott
L. Stevens
Lynford Smith
Bennett
Corbett
C.W.A
New Butter Ration Cuts Planned Eight-Week Term
Beginning Monday the butter ration drops from 8oz to 6oz per person per week. Supplies to catering establishments will be cut by 25 percent. The program runs eight weeks with possible restoration to 8oz if seasonal conditions stay favorable.
Boarders and Clothing Coupons In New Ration Year
The Director of Rationing announces residents in boarding establishments must surrender three clothing coupons twice yearly for linen and drapery replacements. First surrender due by June 12. Coupons marked A to be issued next weekend. Proprieties must forward copies by June 30. Service personnel and AWL members are exempt.
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J. B. Cumming
Australian Women's Land Army
Japanese Plan Revealed Invasion Guide Found In Hollandia Debris
A detailed Japanese manual recovered from junk left by retreating forces outlines invasion plans for Australia. The hundreds page guide lists harbors and ports along the east coast with English names, including Sydney Newcastle Coffs Harbour and Brisbane Moreton Bay. It also covers coastal features from Broken Bay to Thursday Island and the Great Barrier Reef with charts and landmark photos.
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Hollandia
Australia
Sydney Harbor
Sydney
New South Wales
Broken Bay
Newcastle
Port Stephens
Coff's Harbour
Brisbane
Moreton Bay
Raby Fay
Queensland
Thursday Island
Great Barrier Reef
Notice to contributors on submission deadlines
Advertisers and contributors are advised that due to earlier mail closure and staff shortages, all material must reach the office by mid day before publication day, which is Monday or Thursday. Insertion cannot be guaranteed for material received on publication days.
Smart Retorts At Elections Flip Quick Wit To Counter
A British parliamentary candidate needs sharp wit to deflect hostile questions during campaigns. Anecdotes include F A Macquisten joking he longs to become a mother, Hemmerde dismissing a voter, and a Midlands exchange where a heckler is bested by a pointed reply about an interrupted passage in the head. Timidity is deadly for candidates.
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F. A. Macquisten
K.C
Macquisten
Tam
Hemmerde
Heckler
Archangel Gabriel
Arcangel Gabriel
Smart
Midlands
M.P
Guvnor
Smokers warned about tins amid dubious tobacco finds
A correspondent warns readers to be cautious when buying tobacco in tins. He bought a tin advertised as two ounces of ready rubbed fine cut for 3 shillings, but found only about one ounce of remnants from cigarette ends, clearly visible ashes, and tins that had been carefully collected and re sealed.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Gloucester Electric Supply Co., Pty. Ltd
Walsh
Clem Walsh King Sr
Thomas Cowan , Co
Street & Parish Pty., Ltd
Bowen
Box
Taree
R. Irwin Cash & Carry Store
Tyrell St. Gloucester
Australian Associated Press
Tom Hicks
Queen Street
Carden of Roses Cafe
Choice Fruit & Confectionery
Peter Moutzouris
Westinghouse
L. J. Gleeson
Newcastle & Lower North Coast
Wingham
A. Priestley Wallsend
Imperial Super Diesel Engines
Imperial Milking Plants
A. B. Campbell
King Street
A. H. McDonald & Co, Pty. Ltd
Harvey Ivers
Church Street
Winchcombe, Carson Ltd
Winchcombe House
Bridge St
Pitt, Son & Badgery Ltd
Pitt, Son & Badgery
Reas
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