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Newspaper
The Areas Express
Location
Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia
Date
Nov 15, 1940
Page
1
A fragment from a speech by Hon S W Jeffries at Gladstone urges maintaining high standards and supporting education for youths as they reach age 14, stressing the value of higher education to keep pace with modern times.
In Georgetown on November 6 a church fete in aid of St George's CE England and a school education gathering in Gladstone drew many locals. Miss Florpie Jolly organized the fete with Bert Jolly as MC. volunteers provided music and games with prizes won by Kevin and Mary Myatt, and Eddie Angley and Erna Noll. A Gladstone High School transport and teacher-support meeting, led by J A Lyons MP and J C Grubb, urged coordinated regional bus service, new facilities, and continued funding for a modern high school. Meetings stressed education’s role in rural life and junior schooling, with railway and transport improvements discussed for student access.
The article notes growing war sentiment and anticipated backing once authority is granted. It reports crops showing fair weather prospects for maturity despite frost and rain. It highlights population decline in the township and Whyalla visitors planning permanent residence. It cites tree planting in the centenary park and swimming pool, with ongoing watering and replanting efforts led by C A Signet, L Buckenara and others aiding the project.
The Defence Department regards the YMCA as an integral part of the military machine for welfare and morale. Six YMCA workers per division are needed overseas. current funds and staffing are insufficient, risking incomplete support as war moves from Britain to Egypt. A bombed YMCA song book from Loos is cited as grim reminder of wartime sacrifice.
Jamestown hosts Flying Officer R G Goodman for a citizen meeting establishing a Recruiting Committee chaired by Mayor H T Daly with J Tippet as secretary and W Naismith A J Skelton and others. A preselection panel will vet Air Force applicants for later training in Adelaide, requiring strong academics and aviation aptitude. The recruiting train will arrive at Terowie from November 18 with Flying Officer Goodman in command.
A fragment recalls a British rearguard action described as one of the most glorious in history. The narrative notes the defense lasting until two weeks after the Marne front, praising British valour and the unconquerable spirit of the men. Subscriptions are urged to the Secretary Military Service Committee in Adelaide.
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