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Newspaper

Gloucester Advocate

Location

Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Nov 03, 1939

Page

4

Magic Carpet Ends A tale of Nellie Pride at Tagalla

In Tagalla the Pride family thrives yet Nellie Pride faces a forced marriage to the Traveler. A chance encounter with a kind aviator leads Nellie to safety via a magical carpet tale, a homeward flight, and a final, hopeful end.

Anil Baghdad Arim Khan Big Jin Ad Nellie Bir Jin Netlie Womari Telay Bot Tagalla Rivek Smythe Purlim Nel Se Big Jim Tony John

Abolition Move Gains Local Government Backing

Councillors of the Bellingen Shire unanimously endorsed a campaign to abolish state parliaments in Australia following a Lyndhurst Shire Council request. The push argues for unified federal administration and cost savings, but critics warn state representatives would face political peril by urging abolition.

Spooner Addess Commonwealth Bellingen Australia Lyndhurst Shire

ETRIST'S VISIT WITH McDonald CONSULTATION IN DONCASTER

D L McDonald of Webster Jack McDonald Sydney Pty Limited opticians and optometrists will attend and may consult at the Commercial Hotel Doncaster on Saturday November 25. Hours served 8 am to 6 pm.

Etrist McDonald F.B.C.A

War Sidelines Perspective on Enemy and Friendly Aliens

In Sydney a communication to British American Corporation headquarters describes American residents as potentially required to register as aliens. Mr Menzies notes no American needs fear for the friendly attitude of Commonwealth citizens. He explains that fingerprinting is for identification and used in the United States for demonstrations, with limits during wartime.

Menzies Commonwealth Board United State National Security Mn Menzies United States

Navy seeks trained men for expanded Royal Australian Navy

The Royal Australian Navy seeks experienced seamen, engineers, signallers, and telegraphists amid an expansion. Ex-naval personnel and merchant service veterans are urged to enlist or join the Royal Australian Naval Volunteer Reserve, with applications directed to Navy Offices or district offices in state capitals.

Royal Australian Navy Pheu Ruiisers Owl of Henscort Keamen Royal Australia Navy Jarme Wayalinen Royal Australian Naval Volunteer Reserve Navy Commonwealth

Raiders' Disadvantage Amid Worldwide Threats

A fragmentary report notes naval strength and strategic posture amid global tension. It compares Allied and German capabilities, citing Australia’s reinforced defenses and a stronger Navy since 1914 while warning that German supply lines depend on neutral powers.

Empire Air Base as Geographical Weapon in War

The article argues that establishing a Dominion air base network in Canada and using Australia as the Pacific arsenal would serve as a geographical weapon. It cites Dr. J. M. Spaight on aircraft targets and notes munitions plants in these dominions as critical to blunting German air power via concentrated attacks.

Canada Australia Pacific Epire Review J. M. Spaight British Air Ministry Britain Empire Air Germany Empire

Railway Apprentices Seek 224 Posts Across Australia

The Department of Railways offers 224 apprentice vacancies including 144 in the metropolitan area and remaining posts in key country towns. Applicants must be 15 by January 2, 1940 and under 17 by February 29, 1940. Trades include fitters, turners, pattern makers, blacksmiths, iron workers, coppersmiths, moulders, sheet metal, carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical fitters, mechanics, and railway electricians. Apply via the Sydney Station Employment Officer by November 18.

Department of Railways Sydney

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