23 Nov 1945
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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 23, 1945
Page
1
Garment notice for summer wardrobe items includes an embroidered jacket with reversible pockets and a dressy frock in British crepe. Available in pastel blue and pink with gathered skirts, sizes S W and W with 13 coupons required for purchase.
Stroud hosted an Ambulance Carnival last Saturday to raise funds for a proposed Memorial Ambulance. Highlights included woodchopping, athletic events, a novelty wheel relay, and the greasy pig chase. prize money largely funded by Harris brothers and a £975 0s 9d subscription total.
The column notes a severe storm in the district with heavy rain and flooded drains testing homes. It mentions an 82 point fall, gardens damaged but some fruit saved, and November’s meteorological links to electrical disturbances. It also reports on a Live Saving Club meeting praising progress, awards, clubhouse plans, and equipment acquisitions.
The printers strike lasting nine weeks ends as workers resume work by secret ballot with a majority over two to one in favor. The article notes the method used should be employed in all strikes.
Fragmentary notice outlines a “Learn to Swim” campaign with timetable hints. It mentions arrivals and departures at multiple towns including Wauelinpr Batyping and Gloucester, with dates in November and December. The text is garbled and partially indecipherable.
R. Vincoht argues in the Legislative Assembly that education for all children is vital despite financial limits. He condemns distance barriers, urging extension of schooling to remote areas and transport/boarding options to ensure equal access for country children.
Friday night announcements said the Fourth Victory Loan had been oversubscribed after a two week extension beyond the original closing date. Mr Chifley declined to give an exact total, but the amount asked for appeared to have been exceeded.
Announcement warns matter must reach the office by mid day before publication day to ensure insertion. Due to early mail closings and staff shortages, some items may not be published on Monday and Thursday.
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