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Newspaper
The Areas Express
Location
Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 30, 1941
Page
2
The District Council of Gladstone lists a vacancy to be filled by nomination at the office, with ballots to follow, adjourning to July 9 for the election by ballot. Appointment of Victorio Gudge as Returning Officer is noted, with J P O'Neill as Chairman.
Dentist Darrell Barrett of 175 North Terrace Adelaide will visit Jamestown monthly and may be consulted at the Jamestown Hotel Watch. date for the next visit to be announced in this space.
The Jamestown Institute lists recent publications placed in circulation this week. Titles include Sixty Days to Live and The Earthly Paradise, with several works by Dantus Wheatley and Anna Gust among others. additions come with a suggestions box for new books and a quarterly subscription option.
Gladstone District Council proposes to borrow £6,250 from the Savings Bank of South Anglia for substantial and permanent additions to the Gladstone Institute. The loan runs 20 years at 4 percent, repaid in equal installments, secured by a special rate of 4d in the pound on rateable property. Plans, specifications, and expenditure statements are open for inspection at Cross Street, Gladstone, with a proposal to declare the same rate within the council area.
Jamestown Hospital Inc announces annual election of board members with vacancies to be filled by resolution. Nominations must be received by the secretary on or before Wednesday. Details of eligibility and submission deadlines are provided by the hospital management.
A detailed listing from Tandora to Avondale notes 100 wethers 2 year olds shorn fat 180 ewes mixed ages 50 fat summer lambs 200 ewes aged July shorn 100 Simmer lambs wethers 20 wethers 1 year July shorn 200 ewes 4 and 6 tools mated to Hall's rams plus 190 wellers 40 wethers hoggers 60 hoggets 250 m s hoggets 100 wether hoggets 160 ewes fin Dorset joined 100 ewes 3 and 4 years joined fat ewes lambs 2 wethers 4 tooth fat 20 hoggets prime heavy skins 20 fat loved lambs 20 wethers 1 tooth fat 50 mls weaners sores 30 fat wether 25 fat hoggets 200 mixed sheep cattle include cows in calf 1 cow killable 4 pat cows pigs include torkers slips suckers sundries include one tow wheeled trailer fixtures conditions at sale terms before sale arrangements with ancestors prior to sale
At the request of the Grain Growers Association of S A the District Council of Jamestown covers a meeting of wheat farmers in the Hundreds for Tuesday June 8 at the Corporate Chamber Irvine. Mr J A Lyons MP President of the Grain Growers Association will address the meeting about electing a Wheat Stabilization Committee under regulations. M J Cronin.
Event listed by Gladstone Institute with attendees including Thapsdty Next and Ae F. Advertises a social evening inviting attendees to enjoy entertainment and convivial time. Includes names such as Guinis fi and Lad ies 2/ without tax. Emphasizes hospitality and a period-appropriate social gathering.
A May 30 1941 front page item from The Areas Express and Farmers Journal notes personnel and location details with several proper names. Denny Eversing Seven Aladstond Rey GL Care vosse and others are listed with community references and dates.
The past week brought disappointment as forecasts for rain fell short, frost lingered, and pasture shortages widened. Farmers seek more rainfall, hay reserves are low, and Wheat Growers’ Association efforts push local committees to regulate stabilization while meetings target Georgetown Syatchong and Fairstone.
Hie to Ron Mewett of the 2nd ALE with his Men staying a few days. Mrs N C Tewett of Glilstine hosts guests while Nanearrow declines ill health at Bis with Georgetowi My. Nanearrow, president of the Northern Areas Foothill Association, is highly esteemed by EMO Howth friends. Stohar Disposition as Councillor for 3 in the Gladstrane District is noted. Mr Stet and family plan trips to Port Pirie. Miss Paylow announces new appointments at Crays St Gladstone. The text records local civic moves and upcoming shifts in staffing and venues.
A truck driven by wood merchant Coldailis of Port Pirie collided with Mr. Hupple Lines’s Vauxhall near the Rocky River bridge on Pirie Gladstone road. The car’s mudguard wheel and windscreen were damaged. Mr. Lines sustained minor abrasions and was uninjured otherwise while returning home to Gladstone around 7 pm. The article also notes a national drive to recover 44 gallon drums for defence, urging return to oil depots.
Nearly 300 children from Glidstone Primary and local schools joined in Empire Day activities. The program included flag salutes, songs, and talks by Lieut Col HLT Harslett. Mr G M Black led thanks to speakers as the National Anthem closed the event, followed by a half holiday.
Gladstone District Council held a special meeting on Tuesday May 27 1941 with Crs J Neill chairing and others present. Resignations of Dr Bleff and Mr K L Habris were accepted with regret and thanks for long service. The council revived the designation of Oy Stefag Council for North Ward and acknowledged Connell staff changes and promotion at Port Pirie.
The report details Crystal Brook's 11 point win over Gladstone after leading 43 to one goal in the second term, with goalkickers Button Gale Mueller Jacobi Wellington and Rosser among Crystal Brook’s scorers. It also notes Georgetown defeating Wirrabara by 61 points and lists team lineups, captains, reserves, and best players for both Gladstone and Georgetown.
Gladstone’s respected townsman Mr C Budge marks his eightieth birthday on May 26. He served as District Clerk 46 years and town clerk 37 years, plus roles in school boards institutes and lodges. He held leadership posts in football and education, ending with the title Glades tone's Grand Old Man.
The meeting granted permission for a Mitten Day in May and approved a Patriolic Committee wheelbarrow event on Gladstone Street. An appointment was proposed to fill a vacancy caused by Cr. Stell’s resignation, with the motion carried.
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