Sir Earle Page Resigns as Leader of Country Party
Sir Earle Page resigns as leader of the Country Party, ending a 18 year era. He served Cowper since 1919, was Treasurer and Minister for Commerce, and authored the Financial Agreement. Page championed rural electrification and Nymboida farm settlements guiding farmers through hard times with relentless work and policy focus. The Bulletin notes his lifelong political dedication and pivotal role in the party.
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Earle Page
Country Party
Ae Wap
Cole
New South Wales
Cowper
Commonwealth
Nymbolda
N-S.w
Clarence River
Brice
Page
Mr. Menzies
the Bulletin
War Day by Day Report Highlights Allied Plans and Frontline Actions
The House of Commons heard Churchill report heavy German submarine losses, estimating a quarter to a third destroyed. Chamberlain described decisive Allied plans after the Supreme War Council meeting and praised Dominion support. French artillery opened a new Western Front section, with long range guns striking German fortifications. Reports from Stockholm and Warsaw spoke of Soviet demands on Estonia, heavy shelling of Warsaw, and frontier closures with Russia and Romania. Sweden pledged retaliation over neutral ships, while captured German prisoners suggested von Fritsch’s possible assassination. US Navy contemplated dispatch to Hawaii. Ribbentrop’s visit sparked speculation on Balkans talks. The Prime Minister urged Australia to train, while Australian and NSW leaders discussed revenue and taxation.
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Germany
Admiralty
Winston Churchill
House of Commons
Chamberlain
Supreme War Council
England
Dominions
Britain
Cella
Hitler
France
London
Poland
Russia
M. Seller
Moscow
Estonia
Warsaw
Rumania
Sweden
von Fritsch
Washington
U.S. Navy Department
United States
Hawaii
Granite Potential Shown at Port Stephens Meeting
ML Phillips of Port Stephens Coit Stephens Ltd presented granite samples to the Stroud Ski Council meeting, highlighting a unique pink gray stone with small grain for a smooth surface. He noted the near water edge location suitable for deep draft ships and predicted strong demand from stone masons for high quality granite found in deeper layers.
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Port Stephens
Stroud
ML. Phillips
Pindim
Coit Stephens, Ltd
Port Stphens
Phillips
Sydney
Lody
Dungog
Surprise Party Honors Boltons at Dungog Anniversary
Sergeant J H Bolton and Mrs Bolton celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary with a surprise party held at their home. Family and friends from Dungog attended a musical evening and supper organized by Ina Bolton Elma Wade and Mrs Austin. Gifts included a silver coffee set and a glass water set, with warm wishes for many more years. Bolton plans to reside in Dungog after retirement.
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Fes
J. H. Bolton
Mra. Bolton
Dungog
Sulton
Museca
Ina Bolton
Elma Wade
Austin
Gloucester
Ralph Wau
W. Frodericks
Alan Bolton
Onstable
W. Gregory
Mya
Bolton
Ieen
School Notes and Local Updates Across Town
School notes report prizes won by Enid Turner Judith Shiels and Don William with measles absences and low enrolment. The Taree festival committee will donate all profits to patriotic funds. School painting and repairs are finished and the buildings are in excellent condition. In Dubbo a defense case argued that a hotel private room was not a street under the Gaming and Betting Act. the court ruled the room was a street and the defendant owed £20.
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Cf Arta
Enid Turner
Judith Shiels
Don William
Taree Biseddfod
Dubbo
P.M
Kerolax and Loovalax Lock-Link Blinds Advised
An advertisement promotes Kerolax and Loovalax lock link blinds with a focus on product interaction for home use. The copy highlights ease of installation and potential compatibility with standard window frames, urging readers to inquire for specification details and pricing. Local retailers are listed for purchase options.
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School of Sun
Bloomer
Comfort
Silk
Fisk
AM A
AWA
Australia
Harvey Ivers
Church ST
Manning ST
Taree
Australian Fertilizers Ltd
Incorp
Victoria
Macquarie Place
Shirleys & Sr
House of Couinons
Altaines
Bellasis
North Sea
Anixter
Herr von Ribbentrop
Mosenw
Aireh
Balkans
Balkan
Ciproiatt
Uneir
Merzigan Sauibrue
Tne
Mir. Menares
Australia Wall
N.sav
Mr. Mar
Venus
Capper’s Pty. Ltd
West Maitland
Carsons Northern Timber
Ested
MIL
Carsonville
Bernco Creek
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