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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 17, 1942
Page
2
Optometrists from Jack and McDonald (Sydney) Pty Limited will visit Gloucester on Saturday December 12. They may be consulted at the Commercial Hotel from 9 am to 5 pm. The visiting party includes D I McDonald FBOA Honours and FIMC London.
Community bulletin listing deny rumours about Gloucester bank closure. News includes injuries of local guard Dan Penfold in Sydney, an advert for the Sparks and Sparklettes revue to aid Red Cross, a local case of alleged insufficient lawful means of support dismissed, upcoming sleeper inspections on 24 November, and a by‑election result for South Coast. Also covers Majestic theatre program with Ice Capades, Riders of the Purple Sage, Virginia showing, and Buddy Williams appearance.
The obituary notes the death of 78-year-old Paterson River native Mr John Taylor, long service with Hooke family and Cobark Station, a farmer at Barrington, and a Gloucester resident with strong horse show ties. Surviving family includes wife and children Edie Les Jack Charlie Bob, with three sons serving in Australia’s armed services. The funeral was held in Gloucester with Rev J A Smith officiating.
Gloucester coroner M New ton conducted the inquest into Constable Marsh who died after a motorcycle accident on Monday. Dr Hedley Fox said Marsh died within minutes after being injured at the scene. Witness Victor Dodd testified Marsh rode about 20 mph, veered toward a white post, and was thrown, the motorbike and rider ending on the road.
Collections since advised record funds raised for the War Chest totaling £89 11s 4d. Gifts include Mrs Hollingsworth £3 17s, Mrs Morris £5, W P Reichert £5 17s 6d, Betty Relf donation £10, Mrs McGregor 8s, cloth tickets £7 18d, Mrs J Garner 43s 6d, Al Bagley £1, H C Blow £3, Cecil F Charles small gift, Mrs Kennedy £2 2s 9d, Ladies Auxiliary depot sales 21s. Total reflects numerous local donors and event proceeds.
Church notes and health inspector's report accompany a visit by the Director of Education along with other local matters. The items indicate ongoing civic oversight and community concerns addressed in this period.
Gloucester V A D members formed a guard of honour at the Majestic Theatre for Miss Mavis Yates who enlisted for service at home or abroad. L A C Hector Thompson and A C I Jack Hardy, air force members, were honoured alongside her as they prepare for overseas postings.
In the statewide blackout drill held Thursday evening Glou cester reported 95 percent wardens on duty and robust public cooperation. The Chief Warden Rev H Lynn praised attendance and compliance, noting sirens sounded at 9 40 and all clear at 9 30, with only minor window adjustments required and one deputy chief warden leaving due to an ankle injury.
The H group of clothing coupons went into use yesterday and, with the G coupons not yet surrendered, may be used for rationed clothing until next June. Deputy Director of Rationing Mr Hudson warned people not to rush to use the AH coupons.
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