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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1942
Page
6
Taree municipal meeting records show discussion of new alderman Welcomed and mayoral ceremony, with debates on power, street works, and public utilities. The council approved extensions and funding for building, road repairs, and a range of urban projects, while planning oversight and timelines for completion.
Pilot Officer Loyd Malley Bailey, born 1920 in Kempsey, died after a Wellington raid over Germany in 1941. He served with the Australian Air Force, joined in 1939, and flew with a crew including Russian and English members. His death was reported to his bereaved parents and many friends who remember his courage and service.
A Taree court report outlines June 1942 proceedings with several defendants. Andrew Avhard faced a drunkenness charge and pleaded guilty. statements were taken, and witnesses testified about forged notes and theft. The record notes remand requests, police inquiries, and next court dates in September.
A compact ad lists Singer Dropheads and Singer Roving shuitlies with prices noted as 5 £ 0/20 and 13/10, mentioning items available from a specified date and appealing to buyers seeking secondhand sewing or weaving machines.
The store advertises the largest stock of second-hand furniture outside the city. Located at 1004 Bed Road and 244 Victoria Street, Red and Co. promises substantial savings on bed frames and related items, with prices appealing to budget buyers.
Fragmentary OCR note references a shortage of leaplets and mentions students and staff. Aimed at the Principerative teen Miele Schoute, it notes advice and follow ups from a school correspondent. The text is garbled and lacks clear dates, places, or confirmed entities.
From Clive Rivatt Education Minister a letter acknowledges receipt of a citizens association and FMC group note regarding a conveyance for a table of 10 pupils attending the Fink Show. The matter will receive parliamentary attention. The letter references June 16 and restrictions of the tests and services for school children at the earliest opportunity.
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