Optometrists Visit Gloucester and Sydney Firms
A fragmented note lists optometrists and firms including D. McDonald Howse TAME and duck & McDonald with connections to London and Sydney. It hints at Gloucester fate and a possible continuation of a Commercial Project, but details are unclear and await announcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McDonald
C.A
Howse Tame
London
Webster, Duck & McDonald
Sydney
Phy
Optometrists
Ouriana
Attall Gloucester
Death of Mrs Frank Rixkin shocks Gloucester family
Treasured wife and mother Mrs Frank Rixkin from King Street Gloucester has died after a brief illness at Singleton Hospital. Her death follows a kidney trouble and the loss is deeply mourned by her husband, five children, and a large family. Her passing leaves a sad void in the community. In a separate item, prisoner of war status is announced for a local man, with details of enlistment, occupation, and residence prior to service. The Gloucester area also notes railway sleepers inspections and local social updates including Yowendon news and Majestic Theatre program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Rixkin
Singleton
Franke
King Street
Ranish
Mathion
Heleret
Government bill blamed for not aiding ex servicemen
Report cites Australian Legion of Ex-Servicemen criticism of a reform bill saying it fails to provide sensitive and verifiable help to soldiers and is bankrupt of certainty. The piece also notes a drug found in shrubs in Victoria and South Australia with wartime applications, including antimicrobial uses and sun protection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. J. McDonald
Telerat
Australian Legion of Ex-Servicemen and Women
Aalr
Tervicemen
Victoria
South Australia
Ben Revealnd
Australia
War Chest Fund Drive Aids Troops and Families
The Gloucaster War Chest Committee met Friday night to rally support for comfort supplies to troops on the front and to aid Australian servicemen and their families. Despite progress, the drive seeks broader public backing as broadcasts limit public events, with subscriptions collected through Mr FE Wookes at the RanI of NSW Glouventor and noted in the campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loucestat
Snrcht
Pacific
Australieg
Peneibie
Permont
Nile
FE Wookes
Rani Ot
Nsw
Released from German War Camps Reported Allies Aid
Fragmented wartime notice recounts release from German war camps. Mentions Mayland Naples and various servicemen including Arthur Ninnowt Napier Max Hayter and George Blanch Elmend. Describes enlistment from Bowman, transport to convoy, and later fighting as Allied troops reach Katana with mention of Ronnie Watson and Boh Laurte.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aml
Ronnie Watson
Boh Laurte
Australlia War Fund Drive Faces Closure Issues
The Australlia Bell Cross Society plans to incontinue its area for war relief funds to aid prisoners of war and civilian internees in Europe until Italy's liberation. The society seeks earmarked contributions for war prisoners and asks supporters to redirect funds to the general relief fund as necessary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australlia
Bell Cross Society
Peteme
Europe
Tapangreanus
Australia
Lie Ener
Missionary Exhibition At Gloucester School Of Art
An educational missionary exhibition is advertised for Thursday and Friday May 24 and 26 at the School of Art Gloucester under ALBA guidance. Five to six courts will display curios and species from New Guinea Melanesia Abor feinn Covet and Northern brews of Aunuialla. A featured author will present literature and a special obo. Bouvente Pro Kremmen and maps are available with program details for May 24. The Women’s Session is Friday afternoon. Rev J A Brith invites all to attend with friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arte
Gloucester
ALBA
Chiuren
Bi Vand
Guinea
A.bm
Thane Bouyente Prowramnen
Ovary
J. A. Brith
Welcoma
Wach Eeton
Seentown
Tao Pgs
J. A. Smith
Obituary for Richard John Davey "Dicky" of Gloucester
Richard John Davey commonly known as Dicky Davey died Saturday at home in Raver have. He was a long time Gloucester district worker and manager of Gloucester state sawmills at Clou opater, with a career spanning the timber industry. He was born at Doughboy Hollow in the Quirind district and lived in Lin Gleineater for 40 years. Survived by wife and seven children, plus brothers and sisters in Gloucester and surrounding areas. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon at Gloucester with Rev. Smyth officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard
Davey
Raverhave
Richard John
Dicky Davey
Mawin Davey
Doughboy Hollow
Quirind
Lin Gleineater
Mga Fe
Gloucester
Clou~ Opater
Nitiatey
Rawson Vato
Pan Sing
Enyor
Glouvester
Jack
Raymond ‘Error
Bane Gira
May
Glourester
Molly
Mra Roy Yates
Strattera
Herh
Barrington
ANP
Patricma
Anne
Pat
Relief for our POWs in Japanese hands
The letter appeals for immediate action to aid British and American prisoners of war held in Japan. It urges protests to Japan and requests broader pressure from Britain, America, the Commonwealth, and Russia via Moscow to demand better treatment, warnings, and relief for internees and POWs. It also suggests Red Cross involvement and parliamentary outreach to secure broadcasts and representations to end torture and slow death behind barbed wire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Percival
Britain
America
Japan
Alreet
Maretal Stalin
Moscow
Russia
War's toll Ovmarian civilian casualties reported
The London report on Europe war toll lists 29,88 killed and 80,497 wounded and detained in hospital. It notes numerous others slightly injured not needing hospital care. Home Secretary Herbert Samuel conveyed the count to officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Victory Loan oversubscribed by seven million
Acting Prime Minister announces Third Victory Loan totals showing over all subscriptions near 47,264,000 and projected increase as applications rise. The report notes the fund exceeds expectations while government cautions about accuracy amid financial strains and policy pressures. Also mentions a medicinal claim for Woods Great Peppermint Cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mio Aubeoribara
Gloucester Red Cross Popular Mother Competition Supports Australian Service Members
The Gloucester Red Cross reports increased participation and funding for the Popular Mother Competition as a response to wartime needs. Led by President Mrs. Higgina and other officials, branches unite to aid locals with charity drives, prizes, and district-wide support for Reed Chins Sidty and related welfare efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supan
Rod Vsa Society
Petryeva
PM Higmina
Eve Alnne
Benny
Mtoe
Bannae
Rendre
Flotcréter
Giouenter
U. M. Bolton
Atella Smith Fion
Meoreteria
Taree Council Fronts Private Contractors Debate
Central and Lower Comatrol Racing Association notes page mentions Wingham Tune Wat, Kemprey Time, Taree June 30 and other local places in a disrupted report. Council discussions focus on private enterprise for a fence project and the minister’s outline for cooperation, with aldermen weighing participation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central & Lower Comat Racing Association
Jung Ath
Wingham Tune
Kemprey
Taree
Krambach
Sung
Wauchope
Beeelwood
Pungog
Ing
Miniater
Woods' Great Peppermint Cure for Bronchial Coughs
A historic claim highlights Woods' peppermint remedy as a cure for bronchial coughs sold in Cob ia and Taflenea areas. The article notes local use and advertised benefits, presenting testimonials and price points within a civic commerce context.
Gloucester A H P Association Meeting Notice
Gloucester A H P Association calls a committee meeting at the School of Arts on Saturday next May 2 at 10 45 am. Agenda includes submission of energetic items, approval of accounts, and prize money distribution from May 96 to May 11. Cheques available at the association office from May 11 between 10 am and 5 pm. RB Wilson secretary Manchester May 21 1945.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
School of Arta
Busifonss
Engncial Atte
Hin Follis
Ancessa RB
Wilson
Asp.a
Moncestar
Gloucester Range shoot and parade May 27 details
A historical notice lists a Gloucester Range shooting event for Sunday May 27 with a parade at 1000 hours. Contact E Jenking, Cant BG Ye Coy for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloucester Range
Gloucester
Jenking
Mothers Club Moonite Hosts Meeting At School
The Usual Monthly Moonite of the Mothers Club will be hosted at the School on Sunday, the 2th mat, at 5 p.m. All members and intending members are cordially invited to attend, signed B McDonald, Hon. Bec.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mothers’ Club
McDonald
In Memoriam Bhulta Henry Caude Ahutte
In loving memory of our dear brother Henry Caude Ahutte who passed May 23 1084 a tender tribute from a loving sister and brother Bil and Jone Reif. The lines promise no parting and no sorrow beyond the sunset and a reunion in the hereafter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bhulta
Henry Caude Ahutte
Dion
Toving Slater
Brothertnlaw
Bil
Jone Reif
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P. le Quesne
Draper and Mercer
Anoucere
Gloucester Grocery & Furniture CO
le Quesne
Church Street
Gloucest
Iain Gene Lachiet Sin
Scinle
A.hazelwood
S.J. Bennett
Arch Street
NEW English
Brian Carolan
Tam Hicks
Red Crowe Mat Pek
Smith
Osakes
Tapan
Sne Seoul
All Adf
Divialon
Seefper
Storea
Ik Te
Sonam
Citters
Carters
Rowendon News
Rydney
Moanra
Laurie
Higgins
Mira
Pune
Mra RF
Forater
Waloha News
Majestic
RKG Radio
Ig Anid
Majestic Theatre
Jale Cantor
Alan Stare
George Murphy
John Davin Nant Kelly
Constance Share
Ton
Gatuat Hall
Biel
Glou
Cester War Chest! Fund
B.O. W. Funds
P.O.W
Gloucester Red Cross
Signea
M. Bolton
Stella Smith
Gloucester A. H. & P. Association
Volunteer Defence Corps
Mother's Club
Memoriam
Axoree
Tom Hices Auctioninn
W. E. Sparke
ALOU
Enghante
A. Laurie
Bignell
Muthu
RK. Corbett J. Blow
Weisnantel
B. Stutehant
GCR
Glauvester
MR. A. Re
Huis
Ariwn
Ane
Tom Hicks
Waisrantals
Gil Dunnig
Asics
Ana Feapmsenra
Signell George MacKay
Wangat
Gangat and
Belbore Aaidents
Arbulaner
Davia
BR. Adams
RED Cross White Elephant Stall
Corvinty
White Elephant Bint
Glaucester Park
Arar
RED Cross
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