Fierce Libyan battle and Moscow danger in brief
War news in brief reports a furious Libyan clash with heavy losses on both sides and air and artillery support shaping a possible new climax. British tank reinforcements move toward Sidi Rezegh as New Zealanders seize Sidi Rezegh and connect with Tobruk. Despatches warn Moscow's fate may hinge on the 10 day battle as Germans breach Russian lines at Klin, 40 miles west of Moscow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Libya
Sidi Omar
Sidi Rezegh
Tobruk
Moscow
Kulbyshev
Klin
Russian counter-drive threatens Germans before Rostov
In the Donets Basin a Russian counter-drive presses German forces before Rostov on Don while additional Russian advances are reported in the Novgorod area south of Leningrad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donets
Rostov-on-Don
Novgorod
Leningrad
Gloucester Baby Health Centre Monthly Report
The Gloucester Baby Health Centre logs a month of activity with Dr. E. Sydney Mortis reporting. Data show 11 men born babies, 4 new centre enrollments, 8 test meals given, and 3 expectant mothers advised. Attendance totals include 62 infants under 1 year, 110 under 2 years, and 9 under 8 years, with 81 total attendances and a daily average of 16.8.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Sydney Mortis
Optometrist Visit Announced for Gloucester
A London and Sydney based firm will visit Gloucester regularly. The optometrists may be consulted at the Commercial Hotel during visits from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Watch for the date of the next visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dot. McDonald
Fb.c
Hunoves
F.S.M.C
London
Webster, Jack& McDonald
Sydney
Gloucester
War Chest Fund and Rails Excursions for Christmas
A wartime charity report from War's River ward records a net proceeds of 157 pounds 10 shillings from a patriotic carnival, with detailed itemized allocations including the Bowmans Farm Lanes and local dance events. NSW railways approve excursion trains for Christmas travel from Gloucester to Sydney, with tickets for December 17 and 20, and concession fares available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ward’s
Hawson
Mra. Hollings
Wari's River Worth
J. C. Webeck
Swilla
Bowman Farm
Poko
Renerit
R. L. Hughes
W. Ky. Sparke
Comte
Shire Elections Details and Voting Eligibility
The Shire elections occur Saturday December 6 with ratepayers on the Shire roll eligible to vote at polling places. A postal vote may be claimed by any ratepayer who resides in the Shire and whose name appears on the State electoral roll of April 18. Returning Officer deadlines require the application by December. Property owners in the Shire may vote for property in their locality. Rules cover polling times and closures, including council park activities under council control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
al Sdnica
Sanitary Depot needs urgent depot repairs urged
A letter to the editor commends sanitary contractor for revealing the dire state of the sanitary depot. It notes regular inspections claimed by Health Inspector conflict with council comments, credits Mr Parkes for reporting early, and urges immediate action by Gloucester to fix equipment and supervision, proposing steps begin December 6.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arden
Conncil
Parkes
Gloucester
Wedding and notices from the Majestic Theatre and local events
A welcome novy social is planned for Sister Hana Lowrey at the Majestic Theatre and Monday night. George Hazelwood has joined the Royal Australian Navy. A wedding was held at Abe Presbyterian Church between Maisie Kaaton and Arthur Sky with Rev W Harrison officiating. Heather Eason served as bridesmaid. News also notes a Syrian recruit Nick Kory killed near his birthplace and subsequent tragic events involving his uncle. Obituaries include P. Wen author of Beau Geste and John Little, with tributes to Mrs. H A W Melati and Mrs. McLeod, a wartime worker and former secretary of the Ladies’ Auxiliary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hana Lowrey
Majestic Theatre
Wight
Gorge Hazelwood
Herb
Hazelwood
Royal Australian Navy
Abe Presbyterian Church
Farquhar Steet
Wingham
Maisie Kaaton
Arthur Sky
W. Harrison
P. Wen
Foreign Legion
National Emergency Services
MA Helfrate
Gene
Nels TV
Narraniera
John Littte
H. AW
Glancaster
Little
Sydney
McLeod
Commercial Banking Company
McLat
Thursiday
Merrou
Gloucester
Death of Mrs James White of Ellinglassie
Death occurred early Wednesday morning in Ellinglassie. Mrs. James White, daughter of Mrs. L A M Suttor of Rosa Jay and H Tate Norman Lachlan Suttor, was active in local charity groups including the Red Cross Society Brentwood Hospital Auxiliary and St Aidan s Women s Guild. Survived by husband two sons Corporal Jimwaite of the Anti Aircraft Section and LAC Peter White HAAS and daughter Mrs Fra Moses of Willow Tree. Also survived by brother P J Sutter Armidale and sisters Mrs Walter Barnes and Mrs Stuart of Sydney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James White
Ellinglassie
L. A.M. Suttor
Rosa
Jay
He Tate
Norman Lachlan Suttor
Aburet
White
Med Cros Society
Brentwood Women’s Hospital Auxiliary
St. Aidan’s Women's Guild
Hushana
Corporal Jimwaite
Coneac
Lac
Peter White
Haas
Fra Moses
Willow Tree
P. J. Sutter
Armidale
Walter Barnes
Stuart
Sydney
Grant Seeks Re-Election With Roads and Rates Plan
Hugh A Grant appeals to voters in A Riding outlining local government math and ratepayer interests. He pledges use of modern road machinery and backs a through road from Gloucester to Walcha via Nowendoe, Gloucester to Port Stephens, and a continuing route Copeland Cobark via Mt Moonee to Barrington Tops, hoping to lower the overdraft this term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloucester
Walcha
Nowendoe
Port Stepheny
Hunter Valley
Hugh. A, Grant
Shire Election Prospectus by M J Landers
Tam an candidate at the coming Shire Election for A Riding vows to push for award wages for all council staff and improve roads in A Riding. He pledges to aid the shire’s general well being. Signed M J Landers Barrington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. J. Landers
Barrington
Gloucester to Nowendoc Visit Details Route and Farewell
Percy Drards of Gloucester recounts a Tuesday to Wednesday survey trip with Mr Twiner and others to Gira Station and Nowendoc. The party followed streams Jackie Barker Creek and King Creek to The Springs then Nowendoc, noting easy grade, hospitality from Mr and Mrs Laurie, and a landmark tree planted by Phillip Gidley King in 1846. They express regret that the road remains unconstructed, hindering a full engineering vision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twiner
Gira
Gloucester
Tablelands
Watcha
G. Hickman
Hungry Hill
Conneillor Hicks
Apsley
Mr. Bell
Raverses Jackie Barker Crovk
King Crook
Jackie Barker
Nowendoe
Promiere
Nowendoc
Ana
TA. Laurie
Laure
Port Stephens
Nowendov
Aude
Phillip Gidley King
Apsley Shire
Binte
Percy Drards
Election bid from E A Gresham for Shire C riding council
Stratford note shows candidate E A Gresham announcing intention to run for Shire Council in riding C. He pledges to serve ratepayers to best ability and give attention to Shire matters. Signed E A Gresham Stratford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. A. Gresham
Stratford
J G Wilson Announces Candidacy for D Riding
J G Wilson informs ratepayers and electors of D Riding that, at the request of many townspeople, he seeks election in Gloucester Shire. He notes twelve years on the council and three terms as president, aiming to continue serving the shire with his experience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. G. Wilson
Gloucester
P P Union Meeting Reveals Secretary Resignation
The Lower Hunter and Towcester District Council of the P P U met at Raymond Terrace last Tuesday. A W Frazer tendered his resignation as secretary due to departure from Dungog. His successor in Dungog, Mr Short, will take over. Delegates planned an inspection of Masonite works and discussed potential extensions and job growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ALA
Lower Hunter and Towcester
P.p-U
Raymond ‘Terrace
Musas
A. McRae
H Muddy
Ay Masten
H. J. Dennett
H. Andrews
A, D. Parish
K. Boorer
Gloucester
A.W. Frazer
Dungog
Short
C W A Younger Set Annual Meeting Notice
The CW A Younger Set announces its annual meeting will be held in the Rest Rooms on December 8 at o'clock. Bagley serves as honorary secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cw.a. Younger
Bagley
Wanted Buyer for 20/25 Freakly Curved Jerseys COWS Forward COWS
An auction notice seeks a buyer for 20 to 25 freakly curved jerseys or forward springing cows. The listing is by W. E. Sparke GCR Pty Ltd, auctioneers based in Gloucester.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. E. Sparke
GCR.) Pty. Ltd
Gloucester
Notice of business discontinuation and lease transfer
Notice that T will discontinue business from Tuesday next, 2nd December, having leased the premises to Gloucester Butchering Company, Arch. White.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloucester
Arch. White
Lost electrical instrument in bakelite case
Mislaid item likely within a private residence. Reward offered on return to F Lowe at Gloucester Electric Supply Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Lowe
Gloucester Electric Supply Co
Gloucester Shire invites applications for main roads ward position
The Shire of Gloucester will receive endorsed applications by 4 pm Monday 1 December 1941 for a Main Roads Worley ward role with a salary at award rate, about £80, mutual travel arrangements. Applicants must state age marital status pre war service experience earliest duty date and supply testimonials. Returnee Soldiers and Sailors Act provisions to apply. Shire Clerk Harry N Chaplin, Gloucester Shire Office, 27/14/41.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Main Roads
Worley
Harry N, Chaplin
Shire
Moucester
Noxious Khaki Weed Proclaimed in Gloucester Manning Hasings
Notice under Local Government Act declares Althernanthera echinataKhaki Weed a noxious plant across Gloucester Manning and Hastings Shires. Proclamation dated 26 September 1941 requires private land occupiers to keep land free or eradicate plants or face penalties up to twenty pounds first offence and fifty pounds thereafter. Signed Harry N. Chaplin Gloucester 15 November 1941.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloucester
Manning
Hastings
Harry N. Chaplin
Shire Office
Gloucester Shire Quotations Invited for Grader Tyres
Quotations close at 10 am Saturday December 13 1941 for Gloucester Shire goods including four tyres and four tubes for No 12 Motor Grader rear wheels plus two tyres and tubes for front wheels 24 by 10 ply. Suppliers to give full particulars and time required for service and retreading the specified sizes exclusive of freight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F.or
Gloucester Fwll
Harry N. Chaplin
Shire Gleni
Railway Excursions at Kristmas
A general series of excursion trains will run to coincide with the mid-summer school holidays. Return tickets at single fare will be issued. Sydney directions from Gloucester depart 12 10 pm on December 17 and 20 1941. Reservations and handbills available at railway stations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney S
Gloucester
New South Wales
R. Nicholas
Attorney takes over Mr Dawson's papers in Gloucester
Ill health forces relinquishment of Mr B P Dawson's practice in Gloucester. Mr J T Hicks appointed as his attorney and now holds custody of all books papers and deeds. Those wishing custody of their papers may apply to him. Fee Weekes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. P. Dawson
Gloucester
J.T. Hicks
Dawson
Land exchange proposal in Barnard parish Gloucester
Herbert Field Proprietary Ltd proposes surrender of about 170 acres across portions 27 30 32 83 and 34 in exchange for about 110 acres in portion 62 Parish of Barnard Hawes Lang District Gloucester A diagram is available at the Crown Land Agent Gloucester Objections in writing to the District Surveyor Maitland by 29 December 1941 will be considered The Land Board in Newcastle will set a date for its consideration H G Barrie District Surveyor
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert Field Proprietary Ltd
Barnard
Newcastle
H. G. Barrie
School Notes Show Strong 14 Years 8 Months Age Change
The yearly exam yields seventh class rankings with Ilean Lowe, Beryl Morrison and Colin Stanbury leading. In eighth class about 25 pupils are promoted to the new Intermediate, the largest yet, starting next Tuesday with fifteen candidates from the school. Promotions in primary classes will be announced before vacation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ifean Lowe
Beryl Morrison
Colin Stanbury
Margaret Ross
Alison Rye
Rex Beattie
Pacifist Peace Hope Abandoned Amid Indo China Movements
Washington correspondents report that the prospect of a lasting US Japan peace agreement is gone. The tale is reinforced by reports of extensive troop movements in Indo China signaling heightened regional tension and shifting alliances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pacific
Washington
United States
Japan
Indo-China
Bombing Ready in Fleet Street Office
A London publisher shows enterprising zeal during air raids with staff in a well equipped shelter. The editor to the office car all await orders as sirens wail. One rogue staffer balks at shelter caution claiming he writes better from above.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fleet Street
London
Badge in window drives hospital contribution drive
A public notice urges residents to display the badge in windows and make their hospital contribution today. Authorities emphasize community support and timely participation to fund local health services.
Land sale at Bulliac near Gloucester on renowned 623 acre property
At 1130 am tom hicks presents the executrix of the estate of christopher ligan offers 623 acres for public auction at bulliac near gloucester adjoining bulliac railway station. River frontage governs two dairying units with 30 acres of river cultivation and 12 acres of ridge land. Three homes, two dairy buildings, and ample other structures support a stud farm opportunity with high grazing and farmland. Inspect by arrangement with the auctioneer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Hicks
Christopher Ligan
Tabore
Bulliac
Gloucester
Barrington
Thia
Clearing Dairy Sale At Bula Tuesday Auction
December 6 at 10 30 AM at Tom Hicks premises Executrix of the estate directs a public auction of all stock and farming plant including 100 prime young dairy cows 60 head of dairy cattle horses pigs and complete farming implements inspections invited cash terms offered This notice preserves the contextual details of the sale event and key items in a neutral tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bula
Tom Hicks Hie Reeves
Christopher Lean
Abouy
Stouk and
U Ofil
Jersey
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P. le Quesne
City Price Draper & Mercer
Zinnias
Petunias
Anderson
A. I. Cavanough
Cyclops
A.hazelwood
Gloucester Hotel
F. M. Smith
Roma
McCarthy
The
Gloucester Advocate
Ward's River Sports
War Chest Fund
Wort
J. Hatley
House of Representatives
W. A. Chaffey
Tamworth
ALF
State House
G. Bate
Wollondilly
E. Murray-Robson
Vaucluse
H. B. Turner
Gordon
Chaffey
EF. A. Chaffey
Tamwortly
Hart
Cola West
R.B
McKell
W. Crandell
Toogoolawan
Queensland
Czechoslovakia
Prague
Mystery of Ducklings
Gunnedah
H. Penrose
Penose
the Sanitary Depot
Welcome Home
Edna Lowrey
Pollock's
M. E. McIntyre
Returned Soldiers
C.W.A. Younger
Shire OF
Gloucester Shire
Ucester
Kristmas
Vernment
F. Burnett
Denloon Street
School OF Arts
Booker
J. Sinclair
Maitland Yards
J. Enright
0. W. Sansom
Smmit
Channon
Sister McRae
Narraweems’ Hospital
Sansom
W. Tout
Barham Bowman River
Bantook
Ladran
Bool
England
Austin Gallagher
Krambach
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