Optometrists Visit D J McDonald in Sydney
D J McDonald of Webster Jack and McDonald Sydney Pty Limited Optuowieistend Opticlann hosted an event with Vialt Gouenater on Saturday October Lith at the Commercial Hotel. Attendees included prominent optometrists and professionals from P B O A Honours BSAC London connections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. J. McDonald
BSAC
London
Webster, Jack & Mcdinald
Sydney Pty. Limited
Optuowieistend
Haukenf
POW promotion and open season in wartime news
Promoted to flight lieutenant Reginald Giddey, a prisoner of war in Germany, is officially advanced with retrospective effect from 1944, while in New South Wales open season for wallabies and swamp wallabies in Gloucester Shire is approved for two months starting 22 September 1944, alongside district school sports plans and petrol allocation debates for holidays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Giddey
Charel Street
Germany
Reginald Bumuel Giddey
Gerany
Anon
Stack
V. P. Freeman
Death of Mr. J. W. Corbett in Tamworth
Wire notification reports the death of J. W. Corbett at Tamworth after a career as a prominent local figure. A Gloucester native, he worked at several stations, served on the Shire Council, directed the Ideal Dairy Co. and the PP Board, and was active in charity and patriotic efforts during 1914 18. Survived by his widow two sons Sydney and Ken and five daughters Gladys Jean Marion Bonnie and Tithe with numerous relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Corbett
Tamworth
Sorbutt
Nissioati
Corbett
Nix
Rinenis
MT Public
Carbett
Gloucester
Joseph Pontitd
de Mackay
Marlon McSwan
Burrington
Gira
Witoh
Cashutt
J. K. Maclay
Bende- Tver
Roy
Glen Tynw
Inter Tee
Mani
ihempeWee
Roge
Sydney
Ken
Nowendoe
Gladys
Frank Bolford
Taree
Jean
Murray
Docrle
Hackett Tamworth
Bonnie
Witlcox
Queensland
Marion
Sinete
Women's Army Service
Tithe
Masars
Alex
Jack Corbett
Tiadistelot
Hiro Dives
Alex. Nuhin
Awraville
Aue Depot
Burglary at Bowling Green Clubhouse Remanded
The Clus House burglary at Bowling Green Clubhouse involved multiple suspects and broken footwear and towels. Officers Sergeant Laurence and Constable Wilker oversaw custody. several accused were remanded to the 23rd instant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perky
Porsurs
Brin Ridler
Ulycla
Tolun
Laurence
Wilker
Meweaalie Wirar
AE Gloubretor
Petare Messrs
J. M- Hodeus
Mo Mewyton
Lennard
Chanel
Fall of Aachen Reported as War Moves East
An American report notes Aachen, a German city of about 160 000, fallen and encircled near Cologne. Allies push from Stulberg toward Grease nich, with forces reaching Nijmegen Holland and advancing to join air units near Amnheim as British lines cross the Rhine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aachen
Cologne
Stulberg
Greasenich
Rhine
Nijmegan Holland
Air-Horne
Amnheim
Idle Cars Deterioration Warns Postwar Report
Chief engineer J Plder of the NMA warns that many jacked-up cars in England and Australia have deteriorated since the war. He notes owners spent £20 to £50 to patch them up before they could be driven again and urges proper routine care. Regular inspections are advised to prevent further deterioration and avoid large future expenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
NMA
NAMA
War Loan Rally at Majestic Theatre with stars
Ernest Jackson and Danny Courret headline a wartime revue at the Majestic Theatre in Gloucester on Thursday September 2. The show features Pearl Schweig Gwen Jackson and Chien Jackenn with Jackenn as pianist and duo guitarist, plus Ben Hall, a noted Australia Army Concert Party veteran. The entire program promises novelty, glamour, and a strong patriotic appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Jackson
Danny Codrret
Shar
Pearl Schweig
Gwen Jackmon
Aml
Gloucestr
Majestic Theatre
Merclaint Marine
Renest Jackson
Danne Co
Ben Hall
Australia
Iso Trick
Wedding at Buwn in New South Wales in 1940s era
Louise Lella Ross and Robert Edgar Jolly joined in holy matrimony at the local church on Friday August 18. The ceremony was officiated by F/L Osmond Paire and Rev Dale with bridesmaid Aileen Humphrey and best man Col Tin Balind. Due to the father’s absence the bride entered with Pater Pershing. reception followed with Guard of Honor by the WAAAPs and a return to the church grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louise Lella
T. L. Ross
Gloncvator
N.S.W
Robert Edgar
H. P. Jolly
Nungarin
Osmond Paire
Dale
Lac
Pater Pershing
Aileen
Dicky) Humphrey
Col Tin Balind
ACW
Dol Adams
Lac. Pineant
Shocking accident at Robin town kills young man
Mr Robert Kippax, 26, dies after a horse accident while riding near Robin. He was married about eight months ago and leaves a widow and a young child. The incident occurred on a Wednesday morning. the horse bolted, dragging him and tearing his clothing. The funeral was held at Maree Church with Rev W Griffith Cochrane officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kinpay
H. J. Brewer
Robin
Ceenage
Wingham
Cnronkte
Gloucester Health Tapentor Leaves for Inspectors Conference
Mr Wi Veyraamet of Gloucester is sent to attend the Health Inspectors Conference in Bydd May next. Following a nasty fall from his horse, Mr Hugh Mepyran of Barrington rests in bed for a few days but is beginning to get round again.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wi Veyraamet
Gloucester
Bydmay
Hugh Mepyran
Barrington
Wingham Races Report Sparse but Fast
At Wingham Racecourse last Saturday a small field faced the stalls with solid betting. Winners included Mallen Handious on Nowe, Joy Gimawe Bo on Hug arty, plus Don foren for teeterdeet and Lang Bow Bs Cyralarey among others, with multiple place prices noted. The card featured several handicaps and a winner benefit with Tattersall and Walmsley prominent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wingham
Éfur
Nowe
Joy Gimawe Bo
Hugarty
Ates Arel
Nigel
Baugh
Misa
Wild Fane
Bugs
Imner
Otnéra
Grand Land
Arur
Haggarty
Ann
Speri
Aussie
Jok
Metfitt
Glasior Girl
Soviet Decree Declares Absentees Deserters With Prison Terms
A 1941 decree by the Supreme Soviet of the USSR prohibits strikes and absences in war industries. All male and family workers absenting themselves face court martial and imprisonment from five to eight years. The order supersedes a June 1941 provision of two to four months and four months correctional labor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Keane
Senate
Keane Fry
Miniater
Rusaia
Mo Jomey
Homslané
Supreme Soviet of
USSR
Sevens Ansons Helped Land at Whyalla Emergency
Seven Anson airmen attempted an emergency landing at Whyalla during bad weather. RAAF volunteers and the Volunteer Air Charters Corps aided by coordinating weather checks and ground support. The landing area was prepared, phones remained open, and all crews landed safely with base notified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Pitle
Fox
RAAF
Chaergers Corps
Adelaide
Whyalla
Hull
Rome
Mombers
Japanese Refuse to Supply POW Figures to Red Cross
The Japanese Prisoner of War Bureau in Tokyo refused to provide International Red Cross with counts of POWs in various camps and sub-camps. Officials cited multiple requests and stated no official totals exist for group camps or sub-camps. Red Cross delegates have only partial access to camps, and figures remain unsettled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tokyo
International
Red Crows
International Red Cross
Japan
Kukuoka Gnom
Jvda
Milena
Fininome
Red Cross
Jananeay
Tnternational Red Crom
Fir Varios
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Bond
Prestige
Wavana Hobe
Luxite
Restice
Lisle Boe
Dunmla Lisle
Colfons
Black Andy
P. le Quesne
City Price Draper and Mercer
A. L. Cavanough
New
A. & A. Hazelwood's
Grafton
A.hazelwood
Bennett
S.J. Bennett
Optometrists
Ari Tg
Regia LO Pavier
Penn Katinn
Uchets
Audrannl
Bagrington
Turselay
Tiger Snarf
A. M. Rowp
Miltin Rawe
Belmore River
Waites
Tiger Awake
Hsehol
Marleay
Monjtal
Macleay Argus
N.r.aca
Liquid Fuel Control Board
H. J. Johnson
Brest
Villarly
Trina
Petra
CLUS
Late War News
E.a.af. Wedding
Robs
Robert Koppan
Wingham Races
Don Force BT
Tattersalk
Excursion
Walmsley
Avolee
Hagearty
Manning
River
Walmsleys
Angelo
Miss Anne
Tattersall
Lane
Byw Ba
Walamey
Ie Valer
Thie Tate
Behneuler
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