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Newspaper
The Areas Express
Location
Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 30, 1942
Page
3
Rossini, once an 80 acre Bundaleer Springs orchardist, opened a shop in Ayr Street Jamestown on January 27, 1917. For a quarter century he has supplied fruit and vegetables with cleanliness, courtesy, and, later, confectionery and ice cream. His 12 acre garden now provides fresh produce for customers at the White Shop in Ayr Street.
A Gladstone church wedding united Vern Margaret Roe Winsou and Lloyd George Chamberlayne on January 1. The bride wore a figured moss silk gown with long sleeves and train, with a lace veil and orange blossom. Attendants wore mauve satin, and Verdon Hall of Adelaide joined as groomsman. Reception followed at the Parish Hall with families arranging the future home in Gladstone.
A volunteer team led by Mr Tair Denti has made good progress digging the air raid shelter trenches at Jamestown Hospital. The work is over halfway finished despite hard rock, with hospital officials and supporters turning up to assist.
The article highlights Miss Milean Angley’s prominence in Georgetown society, including a recent Institute gathering hosted by Mrs J. McAuley with musical items and a gift to the bride-to-be. It also notes various local happenings from a road accident to school notices and staff changes, reflecting a busy week in the district.
A large crowd gathered at Yarcowie on Tuesday evening January 20 to honor Private W Howse of the Second A.L.F. Speakers from Sporting bodies and local town leaders praised his service while Mrs Sparks presented a wallet and woollies from the Contors Fund. Howse thanked attendees and pledged to uphold ALP traditions as a guard of honour formed for his return. The event featured decor, dancing, a home made supper, and music, with MC Mr George Muley guiding the program.
A small gold slug found by Brian Glasson while catching yabbies and tadpoles in Jamestown Creek highlights the known presence of gold in North South Australia gravels. The find is described as minor and not expected to cause significant interest or mining rush.
Sir Charles McCann writes from London to Hon. Geo Jenkins MP describing wartime experiences in South Australia. He recalls bombs near his office, evacuation, and his observations of British resilience. He notes promoting Australian machinery orders, assisting SA firms, and supporting the Commonwealth War Contributions and Comforts funds while praising Britain's fight against Germany.
A fragmented sports note lists numerous nicknames or horse names including Shakveal Hider Darkelim and Vice-Royal Lideo-Renowh with unclear roles. Other items like Pint coin Welter-Mirthhiruok and Dreamsome appear without context or event details.
The Sydney Fund receipts in Georgetown District forwarded to the Lord Mayor of Adelaide include sums from J A Lyons MP and Mrs P Smith among others. Total reported £14 16s 8d, dated November 12 1941 at South Australia House.
Mrs Emma Hall died at her home on January 11 1942 after several weeks of illness She was born April 24 1886 at Burra and married HW T Hall July 11 188A They lived at Manna nagie later and she served the Peak Vate Methodist Church Red Cross and patriotic groups Eight children survive with several grandchildren and great grandchildren Funeral took place at Yongwla May 12 with Rev H J Martin conducting the burial service
In entries from January 2 1899 and January 25 1892 the Gladstone and Jamestown clubs clash, with Jamestown scoring 188 at one match and Gladstone defeating Jamestown by fins to 69 later. Earlier Gladstone Juniors beat Georgetown 101 to 73 on January 25 1882, listing teams such as Gladstone Bonnar Tuckerfield Herry ma dones Winkler Pilgrim Lock Anderson Georgetown Higgins Tend Mead and Lighs D Ryan Mogg Molloy While.
A Canberra board published history of Australian campaigns around the Eastern Mediterranean with wartime photos and color reproductions. Sent from the Middle East by Sel Noel Gerke to his Jamestown wife, the account honors soldiers defending Australia and urges readers to obtain a copy despite prevalent sales tactics.
The January 24 anniversary recalls the destructive flood of 141 that devastated Jamestown and nearby areas, wrecking homes and businesses and destroying fences and debris. Citizens vow to recover, noting foundations and floors remain weakened while private and public efforts rebuild. A new bridge over the Creek in Cinvine Street is due in about five weeks, with larger water openings expected to improve flow. Construction delays arise from labor shortages and plans for replacing the Gloucester bridge.
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