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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 14, 1946
Page
2
Optometrists announce a two day event at Sydney venues from Thursday May 16 to Friday May 17. Drs Jack McDonald and Wesson will present examinations and fittings, with demonstrations and eye care consultations offered to attendees.
An extract from the Commonwealth Gazette describes an eventful day with a church street gathering, traffic incident on Denison Street, and a non-injurious collision causing vehicle damage. Police investigated the scene near Glenwester Panes, while other items reference factory pay, scholarships, and a community dance at Bowman Farm with winners listed.
Residents report damage in Gloucester cemetery from stray cattle trampling ground and eating flowers. The note mentions wine traces and broken sections, asking authorities to take action and secure the grounds. The issue disturbs multiple residents and calls for protective measures.
A long fragmentary report details a 1940s scene with military terms and a staged pageant tied to a maritime event. Key names include Lieutenant-Colonel James H. Dos-Jive and James St. Clarkson Wilkinson, with mentions of the Stroud Road and a main highway inspection. The piece references a memorial service and a protest against delays, noting a May event for railway improvements and cattle sales.
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