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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 11, 1953
Page
4
Tributes flowed as the town bids farewell to Mr Chaplin after 27 years of service. The shire president Cr Moore and councilors praised his diligent work and leadership with the RSL in Gloucester. Mrs Chaplin, described as a great town asset, joins him in a final note of appreciation.
The article recalls Chaplin's long service in the district council and his role with the RSL. Friends and fellow councillors reflect on his leadership, urging continued dedication while noting his retirement plans. They praise the town’s progress over the past decade and the need for new leadership to maintain momentum.
The Gloucester district awaits the arrival of the new shire clerk T A Marshall around October 2 or 3 with duties likely to begin on October 8. He and Mrs Chaplin plan to settle on the Central Coast near family, moving from Heald. This notice records the pending administrative change and relocation details.
Gloucester District Cricket defection requests council to repair the large concrete roller used on the turf wicket. Dr A J Purtey noted the roller is beyond use and not fit for the district competition which starts Saturday.
Fragmented OCR note references Vale of Gloucester trademark for UK publicity. Mentions Glenn centrepiece hoax and potential submission to an Uncal Governaent department. Describes a Wednesday comet event and a London Bank detention context with vague administrative terms.
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