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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 10, 1940
Page
1
Dawn and White present a very Smart Set of Woollies by Prestige including vest and pantees in sizes SW through W. Prices marked at 4 shillings 6 pence each.
In Commons, Labour leader Morison signals a party division on the Norway campaign. Chamberlain and Simon accept responsibility, while War Secretary Weir says RAF efforts were maximal without bases in Norway. Keyes criticizes lack of naval co operation, Narvik battles persist. Holland, Belgium, Yugoslavia, and the United States line up for evolving fronts as the Pacific and Atlantic theaters merge in wartime strategy.
A national effort in England trains golfers to use rifles to defend against enemy troops landed by parachute on golf courses. The plan aims to enable golfers to counter any such threat effectively.
Darwin plans a new tourist venture opening next dry season in Arnheim Land. The dude ranch will cater to southern sportsmen seeking crocodile and buffalo hunting, sightseeing along Darwin Harbour, lagoons for waterfowl, and guided safaris with Aboriginal guides. It also plans visits to Bathurst Island mission.
A reader laments the Gloucester Shire roads in poor condition after recent rains. He condemns council delays, calls for action, and urges a concrete gravelting program on all roads and streets, criticizing the use of funds on limited paths and proposing local road committees to pressure management.
Residents complain the highway remains in poor condition due to a dust filled grading policy. The text argues the council mismanages funds and ratepayers would see an equitable pound for pound if the folly is recognized.
Mr D M Shand urged a drive across the Commonwealth to boost primary production to supply Britain with food lost to the German invasion of Denmark. The plan calls on show associations to coordinate with Federal representatives, speeding up secondary industries to align with primary production. Other speakers warned against government-triggered prices. consensus supported a producers’ gesture and regional show association talks in Armidale this month.
D 1 McDonald F B C A Honours F S M C London of Webster Jack and McDonald Sydney Pty Limited Opticians and Optometrists will be in attendance at the Commercial Hotel Gloucester Saturday May 25 from 9 am to 5 pm for consultations.
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