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Goulburn & the Tablelands (Yass, Young) · The wars & local soldiers

The wars & local soldiers, 1940

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Soldiers’ Club New Additions Opened MR. G. Tarrant Re-elected President

Yass Tribune-Courier · Monday 29 April 1940 · page 1

Following the Anzac Day dinner on Thursday, additions to the Soldiers’ Club were officially opened by the patron of the club, Mr. J. A…

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In Remembrance Anzac Day at Wirrimah School Wirrimah

The Young Chronicle · Tuesday 30 April 1940 · page 4

Anzac Day was observed at the school on Tuesday, 23rd. inst. As usual, the cross of remembrance, bearing the words, "Not just to-day,…

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Late War News

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Tuesday 30 April 1940 · page 7

Parties of British air experts have arrived in Norway with the object of preparing the way for the extension of air…

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War Service Record

The Young Chronicle · Tuesday 30 April 1940 · page 2

Members present at the March meeting of the Young sub-branch of Returned Soldiers' League carried a motion by Mr. H. H. McGregor…

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From Everywhere Financing War Effort

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Tuesday 30 April 1940 · page 4

The Federal Treasurer, Mr. Spender, In his financial statement in the House of Representatives on Thursday, will announce far-reaching and…

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Empty Tins Smokers To Aid War Effort

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Tuesday 30 April 1940 · page 1

Since her recent appeal to smokers to save their tobacco tins for use in relation to the nation's war effort, the…

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"Useless Articles." Is War Knitters Work Wasted?

The Young Chronicle · Tuesday 30 April 1940 · page 2

According to Digger J. Williams, the ladies who are knitting for our soldiers overseas are putting a lot of time, work and wool into…

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Entertainment at Taralga Effort In Aid Of War Funds

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Tuesday 30 April 1940 · page 4

Members of "The Dandies" entertainment company under the charge of Mr. J. E. F. Lloyd, visited Taralga and gave an entertainment, the…

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War's Biggest Battle Looming Troops Pouring Into Norway Nazis Using Heavy Transport Planes London

The Young Chronicle · Tuesday 30 April 1940 · page 2

Allied and German troops are pouring into Norway and the war's greatest battle is looming. Large numbers of British troops have been landed south of Trondiheim at several points. Fully equipped,…

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News From Home for Soldiers

The Young Chronicle · Tuesday 30 April 1940 · page 2

For a soldier on active service the next best thing to a letter from home is a home newspaper, which provides him with the news of his…

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GUNNING Anzac Day Service

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Wednesday 1 May 1940 · page 1

GUNNING: There was a large attendance at the Anzac Memorial Service in the Coronation. Theatre The Rev. C. A. Wilson conducted the…

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Anzac Commemoration Rev. Johnston's Address at Combined Service

Crookwell Gazette · Wednesday 1 May 1940 · page 7

Despite the inclement weather conditions prevailing there was a good attendance at the combined Anzac commemoration service…

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"Unparalleled Heroism" Father McKENNA'S Tribute to Men of Anzac

Crookwell Gazette · Wednesday 1 May 1940 · page 1

At St. Mary's Church on Anzac Day, Rev. Father McKenna celebrated a Requiem Mass for the eternal repose of the souls of…

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Happy Anzac Day Reunion Countrywomen As Hostesses to Ex-servicemen

Crookwell Gazette · Wednesday 1 May 1940 · page 2

Following the custom adopted in past years, about forty returned soldiers are entertained by the members of the Country Women's…

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To Aid War Funds Last Night's Concert

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Wednesday 1 May 1940 · page 7

Although the wet weather undoubtedly affected the attendance, it is expected that £10 will be cleared as a result of the…

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More Golf Balls Since the War Britain's Export Grows By 10 Per Cent

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Wednesday 1 May 1940 · page 7

Equipment for sport as well as war is increasing throughout the world, and Britain is taking a leading part in arming neutral countries…

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Crucial Point Is Reached In Norwegian Campaign Hitler Says Allies Crushed But British Reinforcements Are Still Moving To War Area

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Wednesday 1 May 1940 · page 5

LONDON, Tuesday: Events in Norway are rapidly approaching a crucial point which will vitally affect not only the future course of the campaign strategically in the important area of Trondheim, but major operations in other Norwegian territories…

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War Risk Rates

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Thursday 2 May 1940 · page 5

LONDON, Wednesday: Lloyds and Marine Insurance Companies have increased their war risk rates…

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More Golf Balls Since The War

Yass Tribune-Courier · Thursday 2 May 1940 · page 6

Equipment for sport as well as war is increasing throughout the world, and Britain is taking a leading part in arming neutral…

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Rationing of Paper War Effects In London

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Thursday 2 May 1940 · page 5

LONDON, Wednesday: The contents bills of morning newspapers for the duration of the war have disappeared from London streets…

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