Wingham C W A Younger Set Minutes June 1940
The Wingham Branch of the C W A Younger Set held its June 1940 meeting. Minutes recorded apologies from several members and notes that no funds would be donated to the Wingham and District Citizens Patrol. The dance date was moved to June 200. Committee appointed to assist with the Market Day and Eight Carnival.
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Reaban Peestaing
Picaen Wee Mesames
Siheon
D Liurie
Sawyer
Pidipatrick
Moxey
F Bakewell Tresaurer
Flemming
Wika
M. Baslon
Abbott
Johnson
V_ Abernethy
Hickey
Misch D Bakewell
C. Bakewall
Malland
Mra
Leon
Tyre
Tare
Ened
Abernethy
Ty Mica Sawyer
Sune
Mowon
Mus
Gthaan
Pingairick
Alten
Safety First Move Promoted by Railways Commissioner
The Railways Commissioner's safety drive has trained over 40,000 employees in First Aid and safe work, highlighting a nationwide push for safer transport. A personal tragedy follows as Commissioner Hartigan’s family mourns after a fatal accident, prompting calls for continued safety reforms and support for workers and their families.
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Atwaye
Stewart M
Mrrg Hartigan
Nis
Mab
Hartigan
Hile
Railways Safety Record Spurs Warned Unity Amid Turmoil
Hartigan urged railway workers to beware of demagogues within their ranks as they face calls to petition the service. He argued that the Railways Intelligence body must remain impartial and consider only the broader welfare of families and the public rather than agitators seeking political gain.
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Smiesloner
Railways
Royal
Paulway
Hartigan
Ant
Hisrtigan
Tax Advance Payments Discussed by Officials
The document notes an arrangement with federal and commonwealth figures to accept advance income tax payments. It states that funds will be used to settle taxation debts and may be treated as interest-free until due. Officials discuss eligibility and timing for taxpayers willing to prepay taxes.
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Vance
Commonwealth
Treaster
Seria
Boendey
Bowls Match Summary Between Pratt and Chapman Clash
In a noisy bowls day, Spratt led Chapman early then Chapman fought back. Spratt closed 23 27, Chapman 31 till final. the other pair Boyce Peel mounted a comeback to 24 13 as Royer Peel faced Breckenridge Metcalf in semis and Woodley awaits. Smads beat Murray in two 31 12 and 23 12.
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van Haye
Pratt
Chapman
Spratt
Chipman
Nlneteenth
Sprats
Rotale
Fed Sprath
Awking
Mal Chapman
Sprit
Mountana
Peel
Lea
Boyce
Moffitt
Hawkins
Ead
Boyer
Haweina
Lo & MoMit
Hewkine
Royer Aed Peel
Breckenridge and
Metcalf
Woodley
Chiaymnan
Smads
Murray
Bargains in Used Furniture at R RED a Meters Sh
Readable fragments show a brief notice about used furniture bargains, with unclear spelling and partial names. The item pieces suggest a local sale or market listing in a historical newspaper segment, noting prices and offerings in a terse early classifieds style.
Simmon's Great Winter Shopping Campaign
A historic advertisement listing numerous discounted winter goods with Simmon's prices. Text highlights fabrics, blankets, sheets, pullovers, coats, tailored costumes, and men's wear, noting prewar pricing and sales ranges alongside bold assurances of unbeatable values. Reads like a department store circular from a past era.
For Better Values in Men's Wear Big Range of Mercery
An advertisement highlights a large selection of men s overcoats at special prices starting 29/6. It also compares Simmon s prices on knee boots and dairy boots with typical and special sale figures for men and ladies, emphasizing value.
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Simmon
Clifden
Simon
Vic
See All the New Smart Winter Suitings Arrive
Vic Simmon’s announces fresh stock of smart winter suitings with new patterns. Customers are invited to browse the latest fabrics, including durable blends and polished wools suitable for business and formal wear. Future shipments expected to add more color and texture.
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Vic. Simmon’s
Public Meeting on Bomber Movement at Marley June 17
A local meeting in Marley on June 17 endorsed the “Buy a Bomber” movement with MW Robacon nominated chairperson. G Row explained WHA’s role, and the committee planned fundraising and a major event lineup. Wingham Chronicle notes the action, with votes favoring entrance percentages and committee selections.
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de Marien Mall
Chatraan
G. Row
Wingham
Hich
Inara Mening
Marley
Cina
B Lyon
Geological Excursion at Taree for Girls and Boys
A 1940 diary of a Taree school geology outing describes the group traveling by coach to Upper Lanedowne and Felapar Rock. Students observed rock layers, clay seams, and calcite veins, collected rock samples, and cheered as they completed the excursion.
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Taree
Melinga
Langley Vale
Ewingiets
Planer
Felapar
Vary
Local school excursion features racing and geology display
The report details a school excursion with catering, races and beaming events. Students and teachers enjoyed reading races and beery activities, with donations and a talk by Mr Dybuit on how to ball water.
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C.W.A. Younger
the Railways
Tarer Club Ngles Champs
Ingle
Langley
Nelson
Gordon
Neal
Breckenrider
Welle
R. Red
E. Simmon & Sons
Marlee
K. McPherson
Mtrik Wobinse
Aertud
MH Brower
MF AL Lien
Ani
Walshe
Mebitwon
Hieron
A. Walmin
Hore Wrenta
Mesure K. Lyon
Robinson
Plumming
Cameron J
Hi Brewer
Mianare
F Grow
F Robinson
Jnr C. Cross
L. Walshe
Crome
le Robinson
J. Memmingway
HL Heagney
France
Rove
Mdonere
le Walahe
Brewer
A. Moors
W. Robinson
K Lyo
Re Premwing
Mon Wall
Cameron
J Wohnen
G. He Rose
AL J Lyon L. Robinson
WN Cameron
JC. Cetas
Mace Chateron
K. McPherson Mochlemer
H Brewer
Lyon L. Robinson
A. J
H. Brewer
Judiew
Caried
A. Comprenoneivey
Marleewarte 19
Yeux
Lenny
Maude
L Reeves
KE McPherson
K. Ron
Mose
K McPherson
Dytalt
Monnet
Dybuit
Mae
Newry
Befermmsen
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