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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 29, 1915
Page
2
The notice states terms begin next term with applications handled by agent WH Palvin and Co Ltd Nicholson and Co Ltd, and Britian Piano Forte De Lul. The fragmentary text lists firms connected to the process.
A local bulletin reports the death of Private August Power, a Bullahdelah native who later lived in New Zealand and enlisted in the Expeditionary Force. He died near Mew Booted days ago, aged 28, with condolences extended to his mother and family. The issue also notes factory pay details, a soldiers relief fund, and plans for a committee to assist wives and dependents of front-line soldiers.
Teleance Picton presents a Saturday benefit show to aid the Mem Mom band fund. The event highlights local performers and a program of comics and entertainment in support of the cause at the community venue.
The Willoughby election was held on Monday with John Haynes, an Independent Democrat, defeating the incumbent G. Chambers by a margin of 831 votes. Haynes received 3401 votes to Chambers 256? The report notes the overall tally and the winner.
The Royal Hotel Gloucester sees transfer of Thowa William Bird by William Foster. A meeting is called by the Shin President for sharing night news with the Shire Chambers to discuss Allies Bay movement on November 19. A farewell is held for Mr. John Show on Friday at Waokivery, with gifts and tokens from pupils and townsfolk.
A Gloucester court session covers multiple charges against defendants including failing to exhibit timber awards and keep proper records, with references to Mr Potts and Mr Carlton. The proceedings include adjournments, a railway line case at Stratford, and a complex matter involving Detained carts and earth movements. The trial features Inspector Hayes, witnesses Gouger Ayre and Thos Sheyien, and declarations on government authority and court costs.
A large memorial service was held at the Methodist Church in Gloucester Circuit for Hobart H Pittendrigh a former minister who served across the Gloucester District. The sermon by Rev W Catharet Lew praised his courage charity and community impact noting his ministry touched many and will inspire future church work. His widow Mrs. Pittendrigh and family attended as friends from Lithgow and surrounding areas paid respects.
A fragmented wartime tribute recalls a valiant soldier, a Methodist adept in religion and duty, who faced artillery with fearless courage. The account praises deep spirituality guiding his actions, describes rescue amid shellfire, and notes his posthumous recognition with the DCM. The piece reflects on sacrifice, faith, and the impact of one man on his comrades and nation.
A fragile OCR shows a community meeting about a Local Fund for Local Soldiers. References to committee members and dates indicate plans to discuss fundraising, obligations, and future actions at an upcoming session chaired by local officials.
A garbled wartime bulletin reports supposed German losses and shifting fronts in Russia and Greece, with scattered references to German officers in Serbia and planned offensives toward Egypt. The text mixes figures, dates, and impossible claims, reflecting fragility of a chaotic front page.
London Chamber of Commerce urges New South Wales public to donate to the War Food Fund. With food supplies dwindling and rising prices, gifts support Allied soldiers and civilians abroad. Hospitals and institutions request relief as supply falls short.
Fragments describe dawn and warmth, with scattered phrases about wings, kings, and a promised cure. The tone hints at a lyrical, possibly childlike reflection on light, fantasy figures, and a call to dear ones. Text is highly garbled with unfamiliar spellings and missing context.
A fragmented wartime dispatch notes shifting fronts and heavy casualties. It references operations around Linon and Pittek, reports on captured prisoners, and mentions the Brera and Dvinsk area. The text alludes to General Tranel and a general strike of authorities, with bleak tone on the war’s progress.
In Cobork, Mr. and Me Charlie Hooke, long associated with pedidsm, have now taken residence. The report notes a shift in status after a period of activity described in fragmentary terms.
The fragmentary text hints at a formal register of names and actions related to a commonwealth office. It references procedures, an alphabetical register, and individuals who have sent or filed documents. The tone resembles an official notice about filings or citations, with scattered names and references to times.
A rugged exchange unfolds between soldiers and townsfolk as a sergeant urges a young man to join the Irish regiment. Amid staged wedding chatter and wartime tension, the crowd pressures him to accept a commission, while the sergeant pushes for action over hesitation. The scene abroad shows pride, sacrifice, and the cost of enlisting.
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