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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 30, 1945
Page
4
Remembrance events for Poppy Day recall fallen soldiers and honor those who served in wartime. The article notes Poppy symbolism, appeals for support and purchases to aid veterans, and a call to wear the red flower on November 11 as a sign of remembrance.
The Gloues s top Methodist Order of Knights entertained members and officers at the District Court this weekend. The general election of District Officers for the ensuing sep. 1 saw Keith Whittam and Keith Frenntnee named as successful nominees with others elected. The Visit ing members led by Mr. Tyran Molanim of Tree conducted the proceedings. The soucerter members extend thanks to Hee Commadee, parents and friends for hospitality. Rev N Ernfard Smith led the Window of Achievement event and the Pages celebration.
Reported renewed search for Adolf Hitler centers on Dr. Robert Kempner, a German born lawyer and former adviser to the Prussian State Police, said to be dispatched to Germany to aid a hunt for Hitler. Kempner, among a small group of Nazi researchers, allegedly aided by U S authorities, arrived in Washington from Europe, with claims of identifying Hitler through distinctive features such as a pointed right ear and receding jaw.
The text notes a surge in motor components during wartime, with prices rising above prewar levels. It mentions industry difficulties and stock shortages from overseas affecting production and supply chains. It references Australian markets and suggests variability in component availability.
An account details a dramatic rescue involving a fine cedar log and a perilous gorge crossing. Reports mention 24,000 and a plan to move timber by boat, with references to local figures and interim authorities, and notes on regional logging and export dynamics.
The Premier Mr McFeeth seeks to amend the Pretortesant Shops Act to prevent sale on a Saturday across New South Wales districts. The change would come before Parliament in the current version.
Soybean crop prospects discussed by Parmivers and Don Bland after tours of New Bag Knut and North Coast districts. Planting and winter forage needs outlined with improved hay and silage potential from soy and straw. Dairy farmers on the Narary Cash ad show forage yields can be increased. supplementary soybeans recommended for drought resilience.
A long journal style letter describes a sea voyage followed by a train wreck near Kansas City and arrival in Chicago. The writer details travel discomforts, station scenes, impressions of midwestern towns, and arrival in Fort Lauderdale aboard the Dixie Flyer then Port Lauderdale. The narrative mentions family, friends, and expectations for meeting relatives, with vivid notes on trains, cars, and the Florida welcome.
War widows’ rights were addressed by the National Allied War group in the Lands Country Party session. Mr Bruner urged immediate remedy for widows of veterans held as prisoners of war, seeking backdated payments and humane support. The discussion urged compassion over punitive delays and called for policy changes to honor fallen soldiers’ families.
Port Macquarie harvests splendid crops of Keane beans with 2 tons sent by rail and about 100 tons for the week. Net yield near 1 litre per bushel, boosting local wealth. Some 290 pioneers operate the crops. Rain could extend peak output for another week.
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