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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1940
Page
6
Boronta writes from a verandah about recent hailstorms ruining garden beds after good rains. She notes quick recovery by nature, praises beauty of flower bows, and explains care for Cinerima and other potted plants on verandahs.
A desynched wartime summary reports German air raids in November with 4600 deaths and 6400 October deaths, notes Allied and Axis maneuvers in the Balkans and Greece, and cites British government statements urging deeper offensive action to compel enemy submission.
Professor Duhig and two doctors urged Brisbane Yacht Class to adopt hot weather attire with lighter outfits and no coats. Members argued for comfort and health as mercury rose, while critics warned against changing standards during wartime.
The sixty fourth annual meeting of the T. and G. Mutual Life Society was held in Melbourne. Chairman Mr Thompson announced completion of new branches and the ordinary and treasury departments reporting 183,710 policies in Australia and New South Wales. Income for the year stood at current levels with funds held and asset investment focused on government and local loans.
A fragment from a Motorists Corner column mixes road safety notes from the Royal Automobile Club of Australia with wartime quips about bombs and night shelters. It references New South Wales rules and a London pub anecdote about a crusty officer saying, What are they dropping bombs for? The piece reflects period tone, blending driving guidance with anecdotal humor.
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