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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 12, 1944
Page
4
A concise exhortation urges ongoing care to protect life and usefulness. It emphasizes practical steps to maintain health and well being, framing preventive care as essential to longevity and value. The note implies a collective duty to support those at risk.
Overseas dispatches supplied by Australian Associated Press outline developments in global affairs. The report highlights diplomacy, economic trends, and regional conflicts with emphasis on key leaders and dates, noting reactions from governments and markets while avoiding graphic detail or sensational terms.
Gloucester church notes reveal St Pauls Ladies Guild proposes a Parochial Council meeting to discuss a memorial for the late Reverend Henry Rogers, rector of Gloucester, as locals show willingness to honor his service. Also announced are a flower show prize for an embroidered baby frock, confirmation classes, and Thursday services led by Rev J A Smith. A Methodist weekly reflection closes with prayers for Lips of Blessing and thanks from Mrs Geale Snr to well-wishers. The text notes Rev N Lynford Smith.
A pretty wedding was held at St Pauls Church England Gloucester on March 20 uniting John Ronald Smith and Zena Evelyn Dare. The bride wore ivory satin with pink carnations, gedragen by bridesmaid Phyllis Dare, best man Ken Oldfield and ushers attended. After a church ceremony the couple hosted a reception at the School of Arts, then departed for Forster and Sydney for their honeymoon.
A historical relapse remedy article touts Woods Peppermint Cure as a claimed remedy for children's persistent coughing. The piece frames the product as a popular household cure with appeals to parental care and ease of use.
Japanese prisoners at an Australian camp attacked guards at 2 a.m. on August 6. About 231 killed and 108 wounded, with many taking their own lives. Over 900 inmates armed with improvised weapons sparked a riot, destroying huts and seizing quarters before most were recaptured. Prime Minister Cuvin reported the riot in Parliament.
The Director General of Public Health Dr. K E Sydney Morris shares centre activity for the past month. Mothers visited by Sister for new-born babies total 4 with subsequent and miscellaneous visits also 4, giving 8. New cases enrolled at the centre 3. Babies weighed 65. Test meals given 2. Attendance includes infants under 1 year 45, under 2 years 11, under 3 years 9, total attendances 65 including mothers without babies. Daily average attendance 18.
Government urges citizens to invest in War Saving Certificates and National Savings Bonds to bolster the war effort. Campaign underscores steady returns and patriotic duty, highlighting trusted security and accessible plans for households and veterans alike.
In loving memory of our dear Mother and Grandmother who died September 10 1941. You are not forgotten nor will you ever be as long as life and memory last. Inserted by Jack Kath and grandchildren. In memory of our dear Mother and Grandmother God called Home 10 Sept 1941 loved and cherished today as in the hour you passed away. Inserted by David Lou and grandchildren.
A series of tributes recall Cpl Doug ShelDrick of the 2/4 Aust Commandos who fell at Lae New Guinea on September 13 1943. Family and friends from Oscar Alma and three sisters Glad Gwen Maureen Mary Watson Irwin Grace Paul honor his sacrifice and memory.
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