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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 05, 1940
Page
3
A Nowra, SF man tells of a soldier who was omitted from overseas service while in a large camp. Believing he served, he wrote to headquarters. The camp commandant informed him he did not exist as a member of the A L, leading to eight dormant months before he reenlisted and completed the required procedures.
The Minister for the Army Senator McBride urged next of kin to inform the military records office of any address changes for AIF troops. He noted difficulties locating kin for casualty lists as about 30 registrants had moved. Instructions were given to send changes to the Officer in Charge of Records, District Records Offices, Eastern Command, 45 Reservoir Street Sydney.
The piece recalls Gibraltar as a resilient British stronghold under threat from a joint French and Spanish siege. It highlights the 1779-82 conflict, Eliott’s defense, the battering ships and red-hot shot, Howe’s relief, and the enduring principle that Gibraltar remains a secure British possession despite diplomatic pressure.
Major-Generals Stanthe and Downes recommend against general use of sun glasses in the ALF or AMF arguing glare would reduce fighting efficiency. The Army Minister noted desert glare must be faced without glasses, except possibly for some drivers and anti-aircraft gunners. Sweat and dust would render glasses useless if not removed and cleaned.
The notice lists church services across denominations with times for Gloucester Gloucester Bellora Copeland Gangat Ward's River Stratford Bulliac and Stroud districts. It notes ministers including Canon Williamson Rev D Glyn Jones Rev H Lynn Pastor B Martens and Pastor A F E Baker with services on Wednesday the 13th and 6th at various venues.
Optometrist D I McDonald of Webster Jack and McDonald Sydney will consult at the Commercial Hotel Gloucester on Saturday November 23. Hours of visit are 9 am to 5 pm.
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