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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 03, 1943
Page
6
The Leader exposes a sharp contrast in policy rhetoric as Curtin, Hughes, and Fadden present their electoral pledges. Curtin denounces past Labor claims, Hughes cites wartime defenses, and Fadden promises farm subsidies, tax relief, and price guarantees, prompting questions about funding and inflation.
Islanders petitioned Minister Wotton to establish a nucleus for a consolidated technical school. They offered five acres of land and support but cited material and labor limits. The minister will study feasibility and report back, drawing interest from parents, school committees, and the public.
Citizens insist authorities act on education reform. Mr Lind shows interest, but Cabinet and Parliament must be moved to understand the public will not tolerate further neglect of children’s schooling.
A federal labor party propagandist argues stateside that prior governments failed to prepare Australia for war. He contrasts Curtin’s claim of rapid post office readiness with statements from Curtin announcing navy, army, and air force improvements. He questions caucus support and suggests earlier governments did more than nothing.
A critical column discusses close ties between the Australian Labor Party and the Communist Party of Australia, noting parallels with British Labour tensions. It cites E Thornton, general secretary of the Federated Iron Workers, and questions why British communists back Labour while Australian communists align with it. The piece includes analysis of wartime strikes, political strategies, and calls for readers to assess loyalties.
Guidance on cooling and storing meat and seafood to avoid spoilage. Unwrap or wipe then refrigerate immediately after purchase. Temperature 40 50 degrees ideal. store chopped meat separately. use organs promptly. cured meats keep longer in a dark, stable temp. slice bacon up to two weeks. cooked meats in covered containers. freeze meat without thawing first. wrap fresh fish in waxed paper and refrigerate near the freezer.
A bold ad promises Heenzo as a quick acting home remedy for coughs colds croup bronchitis and influenza. It claims one bottle creates a pint when diluted with sweetened water and costs 2 shillings. Suitable for adults and children and available from stores or chemists.
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