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Newspaper

Gloucester Advocate

Location

Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Nov 03, 1939

Page

2

Local Dairy Registration Urged By Police Amid Storm News

Framed as current topics, the article notes dairymen must register at the local police station by Nov 15 to avoid prosecution. It reports a severe electric storm in West Maitland causing a Newcastle power house blackout, Maitland church steeple struck, and power restored by 2:30 am after lightning damage near Maitland. It covers the death of Andrew George Smith, 64, after being fatally struck by a horse near Kenaley Station, with Dudley Barnett present. The piece also mentions Christmas parcel guidance, post office delays due to the international situation, and notices of church and social events in Maitland District.

West Maitland Newcastle Gloucester Maitland Kenalea Rouchel Andrew George Smith Upper Hunter Dudley Barnett Kenaley Arthur ‘Trethawan Barnett

There Does My Heart at Majestic & Star Programme

The Werry romantic adventures of a heiress run through Hal Roach comedy romance starring Frederic March and Virginia Bruce this Saturday and Monday. Patsy Kelly leads a strong cast with Alan Mowbray, Nancy Carroll, Eugene Pallette and Etienne Girardot as a romp about a girl who traded a yacht for a bargain and learns fun on hamburgers and subways. The associate feature Rich Man Poor Girl stars Robert Young Lew Ayres Ruth Hussey Guy Kibbee Rita Johnniein. A new plywood veneer factory will be built at Coff’s Jetty employing 30 to 40 men with 9000 pounds to be spent on building and plant and 200 000 to 300 000 gallons of water annually from the council supply. Plans passed by the shire council with a 1 shilling per 1000 gallons charge. The firm Cummin Henderson and Co Pty Ltd ready to proceed.

Werry Méditap Golly Hal Roach Frederic March Virginia Bruce Patsy Kelly Alan Mowbray Nancy Carroll Eugene Pallete Etienne Girardot Coff Nels Cummin, Henderson and Co. Pty. Ltd Elm Coffs Harbour “Advocate

Farewell Social for 2nd ALF Recruits Tonight

A farewell social for the second ATE Purre recruits departs Gloucester by train for a new military camp at Ingleby. The list includes W. Harris, J. Ws Mills, P. W. R. Phillips, C. R. Kosli rer, J. Kennedy, A. Curran, and B. Richards. The event at Savile Memorial Hall Friday at 8:90 p.m. features an orchestra and supper provided by local ladies as Militia men hold a sendoff. Letters from camp in Liverpool suggest soon transfer to Tagleburn today.

Porre Wil Gloucester Emily Haus Ingleby ‘Hey Messrs Harris J. Ws Mills P. W. R. Phillips C. R. Koslirer J. Kennedy A. Curran B. &, Richards Savile Memorial Hall Liverpool Tagleburn Felday

Red Cross Carnival Raises Funds For Local Help

A Red Cross Carnival raised about £30 with more expected to reach £83 to £90. An engaging program included bridge and euchre, a scavenger hunt, a chocolate wheel, stalls, and a burnt Hitler effigy. Prizes went to Miss Easton, Ron Smith, J. Giddey, and others. detailed takings listed for stalls and activities.

Hestay Dunemane Shepherd Messrs. Newton T. Wells Ron Smith J. and R. Giddey Easton Hitler Youngy Stern Woodward Mesidames Street Garner Ik Higgins Miss Cameron Mr. H. Gray Me. C. Street H. Mcbeod Eridge W. W. Hawdon Dawson Buchre Mrs. Gray Mr. Ferguson Darts Foley Jan McLeod Betty Holand Franke Munro John McLeod Mesdames Turner McRae A. EB. Smithy Perrin Shaw L. Stevens A. Hazelwood

Upper Bowman News on Alan Grant Rodeo Luck

News from Upper Bowman reports Alan Grant son of Mr and Mrs KS Grant met with the Carter brothers to try his luck as rodeos in Queensland last month and enjoyed hospitality from NSW visitors. Alan won steer riding at Toowoomba and earned an engraved silver cup for buck jumping in a travelling show.

Alan Grant KS Grant Carter Brothers Queensland N.sw Alam Toowoomba L. Harris Scone Alan Thea Hardy Jock Hardy Focal Jack Boorer Arthur Ninness George Blanch ALF Gloucester

Never Closed and Open All Night Duel In Western Town

In a western town a restaurant flaunted a blazing sign reading Never Closed while a chemist’s shop across the street displayed Open All Night. Between them Lee Wong’s Chinese laundry added flair with an electric ign made reading Me wWaléo too, visible from a full street away.

Lee Wong

Hawkesbury River rail bridge to begin soon

The Construction of Hawkesbury River railway bridge will start almost immediately after a Wednesday announcement by the Railway Commissioner Mr Hartigan following the Transport Minister Mr Bruxner. The project costs 1.4 million pounds and will take about four years with workers housed in huts as planned. The bridge will be built of steel and locally duplicated in Australia.

Hawkesbury River Hartigan Bruxner Harrigan Cyinders Railway Department Australia

School Notes and Intermediates Exam Schedule

District schools list paid five shillings toward costs for a range of institutions including Copeland Roadview and Gloucester Mothers' Club. Many have not yet paid and are urged to settle promptly. The enrolment stands at around 320 with some still returning forms. The programme outlines supervision for the Intermediate Examination across multiple days with dates from 21 November to 5 December, listing subjects, times, and supervising staff.

Srain Gloucester Infants Canon Williamson Tate Yardy Turner Shepherd H. Lynn Mra Brorson Canon Williamson Sllels Mra. Deards Mra Turner Garn

St Pauls Women’s Guild Annual Meeting Notes

The Church of England Women’s Guild held its November 2 meeting with a positive year’s report by assistant secretary Mrs. A Tate. Canon Williamson praised the Flower Show after brief prep. hosts Mrs Dawson and steward Mrs J Edwards noted for cooking events. Gifts from town and country centers boosted success. officers elected include President the Rector, Secretary Mrs G Glover, Assistant Secretary Mrs A Tate, Treasurer Mrs G Matthews.

Church of England Women's Guild A. Tate Canon Williamson Dawson G. Glover Henry G. Matthews

Camp Ready at Ingleburn Houses 2nd ALF Troops

Mushroom township of 600 buildings at Ingleburn prepares to house 2nd ALF troops. One thousand men march in today as 3000 trainees from Liverpool Holds worthy and Rosebery arrive this weekend. By next week 6500 men expected, township to host post office, telephone, hospital, water, electricity and workshops. Construction costs exceed £170,000 for buildings and infrastructure.

Ingleburn ALF Liverpool Holdsworthy Rosebery Ingtejee

War News and Diplomacy Update from the Commons

The Prime Minister defended allied aims while criticizing M Molotovs speech and urged clear Soviet intent. A Dutch frontier siege is in effect as water could flood defence zones. Finland arrived in Moscow for talks after Molotovs speech, while the US House debates arms embargo and neutrality revisions. A German tanker Emmy Friederich was sunk by its crew to avoid capture. Australia’s Casey commented that British actions spurred resolve.

Chamberlain House of Commons M. Molytoff Berlin Britain M. Molotoft Russia M. Molotoff Pels White House Washington Emmy Friederich Caribbean Sea Casey

Stratford Defeats Barrington In First Innings Play

Stratford won on first innings as key batsmen like K Tub W Clarke G Brindley and R Sayerski led a 256 run innings. Barrington replied 120 with C Merehant K Merehant W Merehant and J Moore top scoring, while Stratford bowlers J Everett W Martin Brindly claimed several wickets.

Stratford

Special Cattle Sale Highlights Good Quality Hereford and Devon Stock

A special cattle sale lists numerous consignors and ranges of livestock including good quality Hereford and Devon bullocks and steers aged 2 to 3 years, mature cows with calves, young heifers, and weaners. Also notes a number of horses to be offered and references owners such as Farley Brown and Bakewell Bros in the Upper Macleay and Callaghan’s Creek districts.

Hyem and Sons Cooper Kbntumbunt Devon Farley Brown Wayior Giouester River Kuniibash Durham Ae Bert Laurie Nowender Aye KA Lanny Neverdoe Hereford Castle Ae K McCarthy Bowen Bros Fe A. Moore G. Ninness Hereford Paterson, Easton & CO Devon Gross S&s D Maitland Yards

Tennis Notes Dance and Trophy List for Week

The tennis notes announce a Tuesday night dance and a Wednesday tennis set. Trophies include Garner's Cup for A grade, Ward's River Shield, Association Cup and Shields for B and A grades, Le Quesan's Consistency Cup, Ward's Raver No 1 Aviational Cup, Waratahs night term, Street and Parish Cup for gent open singles, Coote's trophy for Indies open, Ritz Cup for gent B, Mina Cup for mixed doubles, and various Association Cups for ladies B singles and doubles. Names listed include W Woodward, H Coote, Miss V Boorer, B Merchant, Keith, W Merchant, J Matthewson, Laurie Atkins, Mrs Brorson, and Mrs Monro.

Ward Rockhurst le Quesan Waratahs W. Woodward H. Coote Mise ©. Burton Gents K. James Miss V. Boorer B. Merchant Miss J. Merchant Keith and W. Merchant J. Matthewson Laurie Atkins Asgn Mrs. Brorson Mrs. Monro

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