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Newspaper
Toodyay Herald
Location
Toodyay, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 19, 1942
Page
2
Seven races at Gloucester Park next Saturday include the Midland Handicap for 2.14 pacers and the Dongarra Three Springs and Irwin Handicaps for faster performers. First race is the W A Breeders Handicap at one mile and a half with strong fields and keen finishes expected.
The list covers contenders including MASTER ANTIQUE ADMIRAL SHEIK ADMIRAL LASS DONGARRA GOLDEN EAGL DESERT LADY ANTIQUE'S PRIDE and other horses for the Midland and Moora handicaps. Names such as QUEEN'S GIFT GRAND MOGUL RED MAVISTA MOORA HANDICAP LADY ARABY and LAST CHOICE REALISTIC MINGENEW appear among entries.
A wartime account praises Poland's underground publishers who print and distribute anti Nazi papers despite Gestapo scrutiny. It notes four comics with political satire, a nationwide 2000 group convention, and a manifesto calling the world working class to unite for liberty and independence.
A clearly written 44 page pamphlet by R. 5. Sampson is available from United Press at 971 Hay Street Perth. Copies cost L's plus postage 1d.
A whisky racket described as a campaign of petty thieving against American troops is operating in Sydney. Deputy Prices Commissioner Addicoat says offenders are using inflated prices and lists the public as warned. A special inspectors corps will continue raids and investigations to curb the thefts and protect alert soldiers.
Wartime report notes German forces seize paper stacks and stationers shops, sending books to mills. Supplies for underground newspapers become scarce and costly but fighters persist to keep Moland informed of the truth. In World War I Belgian papers spread via wrapped purchases and hidden in bread or workers’ pockets.
A Canberra statement by Senator Kilk, advocating uniform taxation, notes opposition by some Western Australian figures and discusses the bill's distribution impacts. It highlights the per state shares, party dynamics, and potential political consequences amid a heated caucus vote.
A promotional notice urges readers to invest in National Savings Bonds. Emphasizes saving for future growth and financial security, framing the bond purchase as a smart step toward personal and national prosperity.
Canberra discussions reveal government plans to use a 27 million pound guarantee to buy 13 million bushels of wheat at a lower price, amid farmer protests over pools Nos 2 3 and 4. Marwick accuses the government of failing to finalise payments and honoring prewar contracts, as growers press for timely realisation and fair pricing.
A collage of quirky quotes and stray notes spanning doctors advice about rising, fashion, Africa, siblings and cats mingles with garbled references to sunray tanning, misused phrases, and a wheat sale debate. The blend mixes literary snippets with chaotic report fragments and a parliamentary voting note.
The Sind Government blames the Turbaned Saint followers, known as Hurs, for the murder of Hindu legislator Sitaldas Perumal and two bodyguards. The report describes the sect as a militant group with thousands, led by a hereditary leader in Sind Province.
Hindu boys in the Indian Navy Javanese Chinese sailors and Australian aborigines are being entertained as war waifs by 400 Sydney hostesses under Miss Annie Marsh. The plan supports Allied servicemen on leave with home life and cultural respect, with a goal to raise 12 a week for the hospital in Queen's Square.
A lengthy advertisement explains how to place classified ads across twenty seven regional papers including the Eastern Recorder and Avon Argus. It urges readers to describe items for sale, set prices, and promises broad reach to potential buyers across many towns and papers.
Broadcast talks scheduled with timing restrictions. Station 6AM only Sundays at 6:45 p.m. Also transmit on Stations 61X 6WB and 6MD. First Sunday monthly July 5 August 2 September 6 at 5:45 p.m.
Navel oranges from Fairfield Orchard Gosnella listed with freight paid and seller J Carson. Block of land Armadale Lot 66 at corner Clarence and Railway roads, area two roads four perches, frontage 200 links to Railway and 343 links Clarence ROAD. Cleared. Price £32 19s. Terms two deposit and £1 monthly. Free of interest 10 percent discount.
An aged advertisement promotes a lodging house with class accommodations. It mentions comfort, brands, modern refrigeration, and supervision by K. Tarkington. Rates are 10 shillings per day, 6 shillings per bed and breakfast.
The fragment references Comsalent GPO and rooms including a note about Teri 1a tay B87 under personal Jane Guilpot Le, with a preparister listed.
Notice describes a land block of nearly seven acres at Parkerville and a potential job interview in Kenwick. It lists instalment options and wages with contact by W. P. Hredshaw of 971 Hay Street, Perth.
Local notices advertise clock and watch workmanship with no cure no pay, featuring H Victor at 36 Dunedin Street. Another ad urges fruit and vegetable deliveries to Glendenning Co Metropolitan Markets and mentions Charles Watson and Co as a long established firm selling prizes.
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