Gloucester musings on postmaster general and local clubs
A column reflects on Anthony’s remarks about harmony with Liberal allies, hints at a potential appointment of an Australian as G G, and notes local chatter about Gloucester Aero Club and municipal status. It also recalls the Newcastle Aero Club training offer and past RAAF service, plus drought affecting a summer fixture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloucester Aero Club
Newcastle Aero Club
Sini
Pepila
Air Training Corps
Genus Police
Gloucester
RAAF
Mister Hitler
Flood hits Faulkland Road area with washed out culvert
A heavy cloudburst on Faulkland Road packed Wet Gully with floodwater, washing away culvert approaches and debris piling against downstream fences. The flood lasted hours, forcing local residents to shelter in Gloucester, while farmers reported prior hail damage in nearby Cat Hill and Forbendale. Gloucester River Bridge rebuilt section withstood the downpour amid ongoing flood concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Faulkland Road
Faulkland Beach
Realdente
Borthalde
E Tee
Gloucester
Gloucester Shire Council
Forbendale
Cat Hill
Rome
A. 4. Hoy
Gloucester River
Distinction For Local Junior Farmer Camp Day Highlight
A group of Gloucester juniors selected for the Sydney Royal Show Camp and Junior Farmers Day at Marle Massen will assemble in the Show Ring on 10 April 1952. Demonstrations will cover stock judging poultry dressing flower arranging and other feminine interests while in Sydney. The Bank of New South Wales will host an educational tour with light refreshments and explanations of banking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney Royal Show
Marle Massen
Gloucester
Sydney
Bank of New South Wales
Queensland Stock And The Rains
Coralised report from Queensland cow stock notes slow turnover in fattening bullocks since rain. Prices not as high as predicted. Drought in North West and Territory halts cattle movements, with ongoing losses unless rains arrive soon. isolated cattle in South Western Queensland may benefit from recent rainfall, offering hope of inland extension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weat
Queensland
North West
Territory
District Beef Shortage Forecast Warns of Real Danger
Stock inspector warns district cattle facing worsening outlook due to drought and pests. Myxomatosis vaccinated rabbits, dingo attacks on young cattle noted. no major cattle outbreaks, but plant poisonings and worm infestations risk. Winter prospects favorable, stock routes and reserves well supplied with feed and water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloucester
V. P. Freeman
Gloucester P.P. Board
Ince
Baccilli Enditio
Swift Action After Craziers Decide on Migrant Quarantine
Following a W.8.W. Graders conference resolution urging government action against migrants bringing foot and mouth disease, Melbourne quarantine officers within days quarantined 750 migrants, giving antiseptic baths and fumigating luggage. Arrivals linked to meat trade. disease not yet in Australia. Deputy Health Director Dr. Kerr warned Officials will treat migrants from affected European areas the same. An stock expert warned introduction would cause major headaches for graziers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Melbourne
Canada
Commonwealth
F. Kerr
Kerr
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Arrow
America
Arrow Dart
Garners
P.O
Generral Anthony
Country Party
Thecauer
Huze
Ming
G.G
B'Willam
McKell
S'William
Wes
Haakow
EB. J
Tedi Hagen
Ates
Advocate
Cleveland
Lowry
Church Street
Europe
Americas
Ywle
Stewart
Anderson
Royal Stewart
Buchanan
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