Nursery Schools and Mothers Under War Time Strain
A reader letter from Agnes B. Hyett argues that wartime pressures push mothers to place children in nursery schools, while critics warn of neglect of home care. The writer cites stress on families, urges training of mothers, and proposes more family homes and parental education to sustain healthy child development during war.
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Fogle
Graham
Rivenin
Germany
Mra
Graham Fe
W. Graham
Miche
W. Grohaw
Ceure
Rover
Ruth
Poaltion
Torkating Ermaniantion
Nurway
Agnes B. Hyett
Luna
Melbourne
Orme
Crna
Hantur
Maine
Chow
Aden
Wuill
Kecy
Sehnal
Aren
Minn MacMillan
Hines
Siinnine
Parunte
Shire of
Bray
Rook
Miuke
Mopmmoey Olste
Youra
North Ratwon Triumphs In Stormy Baseball Clash
A soggy match saw North Ratwon edge Bulwyn 3 2 as heavy rain delayed play yet the Bulwyn mound ace faced sturdier foes. Key hits from Ousie Twyar Dirk Perry and Bil Martin powered Ratwon late while Malwyn fended off waves of Rusty and Jim Scott attempts before the game ended in a tense wind driven finish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ste
North
Bulwyn
Nile Boys
Mulvern
Howe
Yankee
Lala
Matvarn
Amd
Alin Scott
Ai Martin
Ousie Twyar
Dirk Perry
Bil Martin
Jon McIntyre
Jim
Balwyn
Dick Percy
Will
Dente
Dwt
Ain
Avid
Ant
Martin
Jet
Ruxty
Jim Scott
Lucy Willey
Shocker
Malwyn
Joe McIntyre
Tom
Chota
Collingwood
Leu
Ole Teh
Mayers
Red Cross Seeks Thousands More Members for War Relief
The Red Cross appeals for 100000 new members before the end of September. War demand has stretched resources across departments, prompting a push for active local participation. Annual membership is modest, with enrolment options at workplaces and local bureaus such as Roll Call Office, Floor Callins House, 260 Collins Street, Melbourne.
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Victoria
Conan
Red Croma
Ted Crom
Ed Crom
Callins House
Collins Street
Melbourne
First Class Brownies Parade at Fultee Hall
A local ceremony honored the First Class Brownies as they received congratulations from Mrs Stewart McKay and a commissioner. The event marked a milestone for the unit as they welcomed new members and celebrated a year of activities.
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Monilay
Mra
Stewart Mckay
Fultee
Roll Yourself a Smoke in Port Moresby
Odd early 20th century folk advice poem urging a man in Port Moresby to roll a smoke during hard times. It mocks folly and urges resilience, warning against gambling, gin, and wandering women while promising solace in a simple cigarette. Mentions the ship Sayre and local hazards as context.
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Sta Heights
Port Moresby
Sunshine Cricket Assn Meeting Amid War-Era Plans
The Sunshine Cricket Association convenes a general meeting on Monday October 20 to discuss season plans and team reintegration after wartime disruptions. Members weigh prewar participation and potential hosting of matches as weather and authorities allow.
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Am.s
Elihy
Amnelation
Arash
Fragmented note reports council meeting plans at Shire Mall
A partially legible record describes an upcoming member meeting scheduled for evening at the Shire Mall. It references names, roles, and aims but key details are unclear due to damaged text.
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W. J. Burden Radio Service
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RED Cross
Munabi Ie Srownies
J. Meehan
Avit
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NEW Boyr
Tomer
Ata Élouing
M& W
Army
Book Review
Jy J. Hy Ihodes
Wit Ue Sda
Pius Potor
BettuMs i
Amy Kandy
Avodiiye
Gad
Sunshine Cricket Assn
Eriehet
Ernuhde
Sunshine
Alma
Piutehes
Stark
M.J. Patmore
Othare
Ranee
T. E. Robinson
Procera
Obiainabie Aly Trem
H. Doherty
Ballarat Street
Yarraville
Hampshire Road
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McGrath
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