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Newspaper
The Areas Express
Location
Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 17, 1945
Page
4
ELEY BROTHERS Gladstone offer general blacksmithing and wheelwrighting on premises. They provide electric welding and careful horse care at the shop.
Laura Hospital Inc announces an annual subscription of 10/6 granting a reduction of fees while a patient. A £1/1/0 subscription extends the same concession to a member's family. Members gain a voice in hospital management. the notice lauds the plan as an investment led by E. E. Hanley, Secretary.
Cain & Jacob solicit horsehair for hospital mattresses and brushware and request rabbit, pox, water rat, kenearon and sheep skins, wool, tallow. No commission. Rail to Mile End or carrier to their store at 185-189 Waymouth Rd Adelaide. Phone 8492.
Len McInerney recounts his experiences as a prisoner of war in Germany during a Laura event. The piece notes audience attendance, gate receipts, and competition prize totals, plus remarks by local officials and Cross representations.
The periodical note urges use of Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills to treat indigestion and constipation by aiding liver, stomach, and bowels. It emphasizes a proven, long enjoyed preparation rather than an unknown remedy.
The report describes aid from Hed Crora and MLGA supplying wearables and equipment to prisoners, with parcels from American, Canadian, and Australian Red Cross efforts. Cricket and skating emerged as activities. winter hours and tournaments with small prizes illustrated daily life and restrictions in the barracks.
The Jamestown Dolling Group of the S A C W A held its inaugural conference with delegates from branches in the district. Mrs. Orchard presided as group president. Mrs. Cundell led handicraft discussions and announced an April Jamestown handicraft school. A social evening featured talks by Mr. Condell on the work of TATA and Britain aid, with knitting for Britain and infant clothing donations noted.
The Australian Wheat Bound indicates a final day for delivery arrangements. Boat Groveere are advised to deliver surplus wheat not needed for their own use to a board agency by a specified deadline.
Survivors recount details of a Lancaster bomber mission on 24 March 1944. One airman fell during a Hen Night Fighter attack but parachuted safely into Frankfurt country and survived with minor injuries before being captured as a prisoner of war.
Council notes include a public meeting planned for VP celebrations at 8 p.m., a report on main roads upkeep funding of £60, and approval for band fundraising collections on VP day. Officials discuss park maintenance, footpath conditions, and stock limits for town grounds, with actions assigned to the Works Committee.
Rain fell heavily Tuesday night and Wednesday causing two days of tight showers. Local workers reported wet conditions and damage to areas around the forest. Authorities urged caution as recent storms continue to affect travel and outdoor activity.
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