German Drive Threatens Channel Ports in France War News
British and French reports describe a massive armored push by Germany across France and Flanders. German armor and air support threaten the Channel ports, while Weygand is named to a senior Allied post as the defense stiffens. Churchill warns of a dangerous but potentially stabilizing front in France.
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Tinimmg
France
Paris
Oise
Weygand
Gamelin
Western Front
England
Germany
Amiens
Me. Churchill
Sard
London
Churchill
War Chest Fund Supports Knitting and Aid Efforts
The Secretary reports strong response to the knitting appeal with inlays of wool and many helpers to knit pulovers socks and mufflers for ALF men. The Auxiliary praises the Methodist Church Younger Set and notes weekly donors and rising numbers. The drive aims for 100 weekly subscription boxes and lists numerous donors, jams and plaids makers, and funds raised from events and dances with in kind gifts from Riz Cafe and others.
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Methodist Church
A.C Cavanaugh
John
Jan McLeod
Hollingsworth
A. Parish
Ritz Cate
Arch White
Me ‘Cafferty
G Maddylena
F Hebblewhite
B. and
J. Pen
H. A. McLeod
T. S. Laurie
Fininy
Riz Cafe
Monte Carlo
F. Hebblewhite
Morris Orchestra
Edith Wharton
le Quesne
Garner
Statewide Drive For Recruits For Australian Forces
Eastern Command launches a state wide recruitment push for the 7th Division ALE and corps units. The campaign mobilizes volunteers nationwide with medicals, enlistment, and transport arranged in a single day. Country districts get local Army Area Officers and preliminary medicals, with a target of 400 daily recruits at Thylehien Camp rising to 809 after May 7. New South Wales seeks 11,000 for the 11th Division, with 6,000 already enlisted and 900 more monthly required for reinforcements.
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7Th Division
Eastern Command
Australia
Victoria
Burrachy
Ihe
Returned Soldiers 'League
Martin Place
Thylehien
New South Wales
More Local Men For The ALF
Last night Messrs Gordon J A McRae TP Geale M Berry and others enlisted in the ALF proceeded to Sydney to undergo their final medical examination. These men have all done a considerable amount of training with the militia forces.
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Gordon
J. A. McRae
TP. Geale
M. Berry
Council and Sewerage Connections Rise Concerns and Delays
At the last meeting Council members noted the delay in sewerage connections despite completed work and borrowed funds to assist ratepayers. Ratepayers fault perceived council handling, excessive demands, and pipe sizing differences. smaller pipes requested amid high installation costs. Council vows full investigation and action to reduce expense and speed connections.
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Couneil
Progiant Proposal Aims £25 Dip for Building Work
A proposal from Progiant seeks a 25 pound input to fund the erection of a necessary outbuilding. The report from the convened committee was not presented at this time.
Commercial Homebush Stock Sales Report From Sydney Market
Commercial Homebush stock sale figures from Sydney show fat cattle and prime cattle traded at Flemington. Prices varied with buyers and consignors reporting on standout lots, including fat cattle and weaners. Local attendees and workers noted strong pen turnout and fluctuating bids across categories.
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Homebush
Sydney
Moniay Winetuutites
Carson Ltd
Pitt
Sou
Badgery
Lwk
Flemington
Tay
Sewerage Connections Delays Plague Council Decisions
The Health Inspector reports slow sewerage connections as three local plumbers handle ten owner applications. Finances hinder many households from joining the scheme, with only ten applicants aided so far. Council considers forcing compliance or funding moves to accelerate works.
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Guyatt
Holme
Ehlee Connell
Ae Fiows
Thangs
Whem
Noticax
Ant
Pengraeh
Healih
Airl
Penpin
Counet
Counti
Dr. Moore
Ashina
Cr. Johnston
Dr. Johnston
Joer Council
Council
Suh
Phim Bern
Farewells to Soldiers in Gloucester Town
A letter from an “Old Digger” urges Gloucester townspeople to give soldiers final leave a proper farewell. He argues many miss the chance to say goodbye at rail stations and calls for a celebratory evening and presentation. Note mentions wristlet watches already given to locally enlisted men and monthly comfort parcels roster.
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Gloucester
Bowman
Stratford
Gloucester River
Forkesdale
Tia
Gloucester and District Patriotic and War Chess
A.lp
Gloucester club protest against Sunday sport ban meeting
A meeting called by the Gloucester Football Club president invites sporting bodies and locals to protest the Council ban on Sunday sport at Gloucester Park. The event draws in Football, Tennis and Bowling clubs as a large turnout is anticipated.
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Gloucester Football Cluh
Gloucester Park
P. R. Campbell
Vucester Football Club
Tennis teams for Saturday grade matches and notices
The notice lists Park No 1 versus Factory with players B Coomber L Atkins W Woodward L Beuzeyille Mrs Carey Mrs Hawdon and Park No 2 versus Teachers with R Smith $, Brennan J Hawdon F Parker Z Care 1 Matthewson. Reserve players W Atkins and Mrs Parker. Grade B features Park v Stratford on Park with J McIntyre Y Fitzgerald 8 Harris W Latimore V West Mrs Hollingsworth Mrs Drewe. Additionally an obituary mention: one Bent to be omitted, Mr J H Parley of Buckett's Road underwent an appendicitis operation yesterday and is expected to recover quickly. Mr and Mrs Youle left Gloucester for holidays before Mr Youle resumes duties as postmaster at Coffs Harbour. Mrs McGregor of Gloucester Postal Staff started annual leave. Messrs W E Sparke Pty Ltd announce auctions at the Gloucester School of Arts on Saturday 25 May at 11 am including Tigrah property on the Barnard River about 60 miles from Gloucester, near Bundock railway yards, with 6 784 acres and a good dairy farm. Coneac withdrawn from sale. J T Smith Avon Valley property of 898 acres next to Gloucester town boundaries offered, subdivided into three paddocks. On June 7 auction Auchentoille at Dungog by Sparke, Carlton and Jones Berry and Co, subdividing into dairy farms and grazing areas.
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Saturda
Park No
B. Coomber
L, Atkins
W. Woodward
L. Beuzeyille
Carey
Hawdon
R. Smith
Brennan
J, Hawdon
F. Parker
Care
Matthewson
Atkins
Parker
Park v. Stratford On Park
J. McIntyre
Y. Fitzgerald
Harris
W. Latimore
V. West
Hollingsworth
J. H. Parley
Buckett's Road
Messrs
W. E. Sparke
Ger.) Pty., Ltd
School of Arts
Gloucester
Barnard River
Bundock
J. K. Mackay
Coneac” Hs
J.T. Smith
Avon Valley
Avon
E. W. Sparke
Churches to Pray for the Empire and Allies
Local churches prepare special Empire Day services on Sunday May 26 as directed by the King. Canon Williamson and Rev. H Lynn lead Church of England and Methodist services at 7 and 7:30 p.m. Presbyterian and other ministers will also hold prayers, urging parishioners to attend in support of Allied victory effort.
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Empire
George V
Canon Williamson Wis Comaupe
Church of England
Gloucester
H. Lynn
D. Gyn Jones
Presbyterian Church
Bowls Team Narrowly Edges Contenders Amid Sign Plate Interference
The Bowls fellowship defeated their rivals by a slim margin as players struggled to focus on the game amid ongoing sign plate construction around the committee’s area. Mr Hawdon praised Mr Anderson’s long service and activity within the club, noting four years as secretary. Some visitors commented on the distraction caused by the new signage, while others remained engaged in the match.
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Beler Anderson
Hawdon
Mn Anderson
Tomy Association
Thwax
Iwai
Paris
Notice of enlistment and settlement of accounts
W Drah an notifies enlistment in the ALF and states he will settle all accounts within the next few days.
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Drahan
ALF
Gloucester Properties Notice From Local Solicitors
A fragmentary legal notice from Gloucester Properties mentions Conrad and Borthwick & Co solicitors with references to spare parts and property particulars. The readable text cites Gloucester and a local solicitor firm, with unclear details about parties or actions.
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WOR Spare, Pty
LTL
Gloucester
Borthwick & CO
Ungog
Matate
First Accounts in the will of Edwin Bowen filed in NSW Supreme Court
Notice in the NSW Supreme Court probate jurisdiction states the first accounts in the estate of Edwin John Bowen late of Stratford, timber merchant, have been filed. Interested parties must appear at the Registrar's office in Sydney by July 18, 1940, to inspect and object if needed. Hawdon and Hawdon, solicitors for the executors, Gloucester.
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Supreme Court OF New South Wales
Edwin John Bowen
Stratford
New South Wales
Supreme Court
Ring Street
Sydney
Chase 'Butchart
RBS
Hawdon
Showground Grazing Tenders Invited at Gloucester Showground
Tenders for grazing rights at Gloucester Showground close on 29th Inst for a two year period from 131 June 140. Details from Secretary, late entries to be lodged. Highest tender not rejected accepted. M A Newton Secretary.
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Gloucester
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Hom Dairy
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John Major
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Music Studios
Saxby’s
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Saxby's
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