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Churches, 1941

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Enjoyable Methodist Function

Singleton Argus · Friday 21 November 1941 · page 6

Despite the unpleasant conditions of last Wednesday, there was a good attendance at the "Cootee" afternoon conducted in the Methodist…

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Merriwa and District News Reprinted from "The Merriwa and Cassiiis News" Presbyterian Ladies' Guild. Annual Meeting

The Muswellbrook Chronicle · Friday 21 November 1941 · page 6

The annual meeting of the Presbyterian Ladies' Guild was held on Thursday of last week, when the following were present: Mesdames A…

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Church notes SUNDAY, 23rd NOVEMBER, 1941. St. Alban's Church of England, Muswellbrook. (Sunday next before Advent)

The Muswellbrook Chronicle · Friday 21 November 1941 · page 8

7.30 a.m., Holy Communion; 11 a.m. Confirmation will be administered by the Lord Bishop of Newcastle, the Rt. Rev. Francis de Witt…

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Mr. Churchill’s Story Of New Desert Drive Trial of Strength Approaching (Australian Associated Press) London Nov. 20

Maitland Mercury · Friday 21 November 1941 · page 2

The Prime Minister (Mr. Churchill) told the House of Commons that the British forces advancing in Libya had completely surprised the enemy and were now favourable situates…

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Abermain Church of England

The Cessnock Eagle and South Maitland Recorder · Friday 21 November 1941 · page 6

The girls' dub, who have for some time been very busy making up parcels for Britain, and also for Lochinvar Children's Home has received…

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Church Views on Conscription Pastoral Issued By Anglican Authorities

Maitland Mercury · Saturday 22 November 1941 · page 4

“There are many in Australia to whom it would be an immense relief if the Government, by extending the principle of compulsory military service to service overseas, would lift from their hearts and minds the perplexity and responsibility…

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The Churches To-morrow’s Services

Maitland Mercury · Saturday 22 November 1941 · page 4

In St Stephen’s Presbyterian Church East. Maitland, the Rev. Andrew Watson will conduct the services at 11 a.m and 7.15 p.m., and in…

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Sunday in Sunday in Sydney Anglican Churches SYDNEY

Maitland Mercury · Monday 24 November 1941 · page 2

In the Anglican Churches of the Dlocese of Sydney yesterday the congregations were larger than usual. It was industrial…

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Play-off of Methodist Church Tennis Tournament

Singleton Argus · Monday 24 November 1941 · page 2

The mixed doubles Methodist. Church tennis tournament, which was commenced on November 15th, was finalised on Saturday last, and…

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Memories of Early Maitland Men Who Served In Church And Parliament (No. 1.)

Maitland Mercury · Tuesday 25 November 1941 · page 4

From 1864 till 1874, West Maitland was represented in the Legislative Assembly by Benfamin Lea, Junior. That was before members of Parliament received payment or allowance: and after nearly ten years’ service the needs of a growing…

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C[?]us Stops Church st. Traffic

Maitland Mercury · Wednesday 26 November 1941 · page 4

A letter from Rover factors, Ltd. regarding the. stopping of busen in Church-street, was read at the meeting of West Maitland Munlcipal…

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BRANXTON Dance in Parish Hall BRANXTON

Maitland Mercury · Thursday 27 November 1941 · page 8

A successful dance was held in the Parish Hall on Tuesday night in aid of the funds of C.E.L.O.P.S. (the Church of England Hut at Greta…

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Dungog Presbyterian Church Continental

Dungog Chronicle : Durham and Gloucester Advertiser · Friday 28 November 1941 · page 2

The recent continental at St. Andrew's Presbyterian wall resulted in a profit of at least £11. Rev. J. W. McCredie is pleased with the result…

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Catholic Ball at Broke Visitors Present From Neighbouring Centres

Singleton Argus · Friday 28 November 1941 · page 2

It was like old times to be at the Broke Catholic Ball on Wednesday night, when a fine crowd enjoyed the dancing to Mrs Allen's orchestra…

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Year’s Work Special Efforts Fund Of Church

Maitland Mercury · Friday 28 November 1941 · page 5

Recently the annual meeting of the special efforts fund committee of the East Mainland Methodist lurch was held to receive the report of the…

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Sunday Sport After Church Rally CESSNOCK

Maitland Mercury · Friday 28 November 1941 · page 5

Cessnock Ministers’ Fraterual has organised a demonstration and after church rally for Sunday night in the Segent. Theatre, Cessnock. The purpose…

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Dr. C. M. Churchward Speaker for Soviet

The Cessnock Eagle and South Maitland Recorder · Friday 28 November 1941 · page 8

Dr. C. M. Churchward, one of the speakers at the Cessnock Aid to Russia Congress, on Saturday, is one of the brilliant men of the Australian…

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Church Services

The Cessnock Eagle and South Maitland Recorder · Friday 28 November 1941 · page 3

Church of England, Cessnock.—St. John's; 7 a.m., Holy Communion; 9 a.m., Parish Eucharist; 7.30., Evensong and [?]ermon. Aberdare: 8 a.m., Holy Communion; 6.30…

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The Churches To-morrow’s Services

Maitland Mercury · Saturday 29 November 1941 · page 4

In St Stephen’s Presbyterian Church, East Maitland the service will be conducted by the Rev Andrew Watson, at 11 a.m. and 7.16 p.m…

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Mr. Churchill’s 67th Birthday (A.A.P. Service) LONDON Nov. 30

Maitland Mercury · Monday 1 December 1941 · page 4

The Prime Minister (Mr. Winston Churchill) celebrated his 67th birthday to-day. He received birthday greetings from all over the world…

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