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Newspaper
West Wyalong Advocate
Location
West Wyalong, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 11, 1940
Page
1
Sydney dispatch states that R A A F leaders indicate plans for further air force expansion. The move encompasses establishing additional bases, extending training, and increasing supply and trade operations as part of broader military growth.
Former West Wyalong resident Roger Waters, visiting after 1853 departure, marvels at town’s progress over 30 years. He recalls sewerage, baths, bowling green, and cites strong local trade legacy while praising modern health facilities. Waters, now Clerk of Worker for Toms & Co Sydney and NSW Wind Institute, plans a short stay at White Tank Hotel.
At the West Wya long Patriotic Committee monthly meeting Mr F W Gibson donated £8 by offering a 4 percent discount on fountain pens engraved for ALF troops at their final verse. The gift prompted applause and thanks from committee members as they recognized his engraving effort and support for the cause.
London dispatch reports the largest air clash since the war began over the island of Sylt from 11 AM to 4 PM with RAF airplanes engaging German and Danish targets. Several planes damaged on Danish territory, one RAF machine lost, a German pilot landed in a marked location and was detained.
A Helsingfors dispatch reports that four and a half dozen Russian troops are starving and freezing to death in the Salia region as the Finnish encirclement is complete, cutting off food supplies.
In Wyalong Shire and Cobwell areas reform talks centered on stubble burning policy ahead of a March vote. Council considered a proposal limiting burning and extending the citation to farmers to slow the practice, with a council meeting chaired by Cr. and attended by the secretary and other officials.
An R.A.A.F. aircraft from Canberra to Sydney crashed in the Maitland District at midnight. The three crew bailed out. two landed safely about two miles apart and reached nearby towns. Searchers sought the third crewman as dawn broke. The plane was found wrecked, off course in bad visibility and heavy cloud.
Sydney report states police seek a woman distributing white feathers to young men in Martin Place. A seven year old boy, Won Welsh, received a feather with a yellow stem noted as a warning. Welsh, son of a widowed mother and militiaman, may be involved in the troubling incident.
Nazi aerial assault sinks two steamers in the North Sea. The crew of one ship suffers heavy losses while the other sustains casualties as the captain is reported killed in the engagement.
A London report quotes a German High Command communique claiming German air forces sank several ships off the North Sea coast on Tuesday. Details are unclear due to garbled text.
Readable fragments indicate tensions between Jialo and German aligned groups amid wartime alliances. The note references Nassau, Pine, and various consignments suggesting covert trade or support lines. The text hints at a broader urging for alignment against Soviet expansion and potential shifts in loyalties.
A distressed briefing outlines wheat supply concerns as Australia and Britain push for export quotas. The Prime Minister and Wheat Minister discuss strategies amid rising stocks in the county, with plans to resolve questions at the forthcoming Premier Conference.
A lengthy news item was deferred due to a large volume of ads. Several sections including police, correspondence, and various briefs were held over to later in the edition to accommodate the print run.
A Rio de Janeiro report says the British liner Avila Star was attacked by three submarines near the Canary Islands. The convoy reportedly sank one submarine. a secret German base is alleged near the Cumury Islands.
West Wyalong sports mention a 19 year old Torpedo Hasler drawing attention in Temora and Coolumon events on New Year’s Day. Duel forecast between Hasler and Murray of Cowra for a £45 prize. local committee aims to fund comforts for diggers, with races and cycle path appeals. Events planned at Taliesill’s Hotel Friday and Dufty Dae office sale details for Saturday.
Much loved actress Janet Gaynor leads in Three Leaves at the Jie Opest Ady Thes tre in West Wryalong this Friday and Saturday. Humphrey Bogart also stars with Hogl Herbert. Wine Mors and Pristine Laav are on the Fame programme, promising strong appeal.
The O'Farrell Cup forfeiture alters the schedule with Tonritling and Pare Cup tied to upcoming events. Plans shift for vacant positions, and West Wyaloig’s Sunday race is not held. Guodigad Thimut and Junee challenge Lor tte on the second road, creating a revised lineup.
A local notice describes a petition led by popular girls scheduled for Tuesday at the Mallee Wains Wall. It lists Aloe Chuireh at Enghand Wralons and the Pioneer Funeral Conductor with contact numbers 20 and 16, West Wy- Jong.
The Premier announced the State Cabinet granted leave of a license to Minister for Health FitzSimons to undertake military duties. The message mentions reserve officers and potential reassignment to the Army Medical Directorate in Victoria, with notes on state support and ceremonial duties.
The West Wyalong Post reports a radio inspector will visit the district in a few days. Residents may file complaints about interference with local reception for investigation.
The Premier announced subsidies for doctors to be appointed in 15 communities, listing Logan Gate Burren Junction Coram and others. Appointees would receive payments boosting their incomes to up to £1000 per year.
William George Maxworthy aged T0 died at Mia residence Chatswood on December. A service was held at St Stephen Church Chatswood with many relatives and friends attending. Survived by widow Ced Urea and daughters including Din Masxworthy of Weat U Wealons. Interred in northern suburbs Cemetery with wreaths.
A West Wyalong youth, 17, named Frank Morris of Mrs A Morris, was discharged from the 2nd AIF for age after serving in the anti aircraft section of the 6th division. He left camp with an honorable discharge last week and spent his final leave with family during Christmas. Morris enlisted with many other lads and, though eager to serve overseas, it was deemed unsafe for him to go at 17.
Sister Johnsioy, longtime member of the Wr along and District Hospital board, tendered her resignation effective January 16. The move ends a lengthy tenure marked by steady service and local health ties.
Sydney report notes improvement in Leaving Certificate results with 1207 candidates from country centres in 1938 showing 75 percent pass. By 1989 passes reached about 41,100 or 75 percent of those who sat, indicating wide improvement in results.
A farewell function in Yalgogrin honored Private Matthew Bristol before his return to Ingleburn ALF. Camp. Private George Sheehan could not attend. Local officials and community members praised the troops and wished Bristol and his comrades safe passage to France, with remarks on war traditions and encouragement for duty.
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