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Hunter Valley · Council & local affairs

Council & local affairs, 1943

937 stories in Hunter Valley's papers · page 37 of 47

Hitler’s War Council Strategy Discussed

Maitland Mercury · Thursday 21 October 1943 · page 5

LONDON Oct. 20—Quoting a communique from Hitler’s head, quarters, Berlin radio says that the Chief of the German High…

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National Fitness Committee Appointed Shire and Municipal Council Have Representatives

Singleton Argus · Friday 22 October 1943 · page 3

The National Fitness movement, which it is proposed to place in operation locally, was advanced a further stage at last…

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Extending the Municipality Consideration by Aldermen Committee to Prepare New Boundaries

Singleton Argus · Friday 22 October 1943 · page 1

The notice of motion by Aid. J. Brittliffe, that the boundaries of the Municipality be, extended, was dealt with by last night's meeting, of the Municipal Council, final outcome being, that the motion was carrier…

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Cessnock Mayor's Comforts Fund

The Cessnock Eagle and South Maitland Recorder · Friday 22 October 1943 · page 6

The annual meeting of the Mayor's Comforts Fund will be held at the Comforts Fund rooms on Monday next This organisation has done a wonderful job…

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Fostering Greater Vegetable Production Prizes Made Available by Municipal Council

Singleton Argus · Friday 22 October 1943 · page 3

Plans to create greater enthusiasm amongst local residents in connection with the Government's desire to bring about…

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Finances of Singleton Council

Maitland Mercury · Friday 22 October 1943 · page 3

SINGLETON Friday.— The Town Clerk reported to Singleton Municipal Council last night that arrears of rates at date of last…

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People Not Behind Him Newcastle Mayor Intends to Resign

Singleton Argus · Friday 22 October 1943 · page 3

The Mayor of Newcastle (Aid. Dunkley) intends to resign his position because the people are not behind moves for their own…

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Council Services. (To the Editor)

The Muswellbrook Chronicle · Friday 22 October 1943 · page 2

Sir.—I am very disappointed in Mr. L. Cheatle. His wholehearted support was expected for my advanced common ownership plan, and he has [?]et…

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Bellbird Taxi Service. Complaint to Kearsley Council

The Cessnock Eagle and South Maitland Recorder · Friday 22 October 1943 · page 1

Following a complaint regarding the taxi service conducted by Mrs. Margaret Strange, of Bellbird, the…

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Sunday Sport Discussed General Matters Before Last Night's Council Meeting

Singleton Argus · Friday 22 October 1943 · page 3

Application for use of Albion Park for the purpose of playing cricket on Sunday, last night started a good deal of…

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Muswellbrook Chronicle Friday, October 22, 1943. News from the Council Table Business at Wednesday's Meeting

The Muswellbrook Chronicle · Friday 22 October 1943 · page 3

Ald. D. Jordan (Mayor) presided at Wednesday's meeting of the Municipal Council, at which there was a full attendance of aldermen, with the…

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Mayor’s Appeal To Maitland Citizens

Maitland Mercury · Saturday 23 October 1943 · page 2

The Maitland War Lorn committee reports that a further 18 Investors, subscribed a total of £1120 to the 4th Liberty Loan…

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Extending the Municipality (To the Editor)

Singleton Argus · Monday 25 October 1943 · page 3

Sir.—Once again Alderman Brittliffe has, with characteristic restraint, and good taste, raised the question of the extension of the…

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Municipal and Shire Post-war Works. Roads Commissioner Confers with Councils

The Muswellbrook Chronicle · Tuesday 26 October 1943 · page 1

Mr. Craig (Chief Commissioner of Main Roads) and Mr. Mould (Divisional Engineer) visited Muswellbrook on Thursday, and…

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Kearsley Shire N.e.s

The Cessnock Eagle and South Maitland Recorder · Tuesday 26 October 1943 · page 3

The following roster has been approved by the Chief Warden (Cr. P. J. Saxton) for Headquarters:— 8 p.m. to midnight:—Tuesday, R…

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Council Services. (To the Editor)

The Muswellbrook Chronicle · Tuesday 26 October 1943 · page 1

Sir.—"Whom the gods would destroy, they first make mad." I am afraid Mr. Brown is getting a little overheated, and out of his depth…

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Building Scheme Tarro Shire Council Proposal

Maitland Mercury · Wednesday 27 October 1943 · page 3

The use of land in Tarro Shire for a building scheme was urged by Gr. L. F. Monkley at a meeting of the shire council to-day…

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Benzine for Bomber None for Council’s Plant

Maitland Mercury · Wednesday 27 October 1943 · page 3

Thousands of gallone of petrol being used in the Lancaster bomber touring the country for the loan, but council could not…

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Dungog Municipal Council Meeting

Dungog Chronicle : Durham and Gloucester Advertiser · Friday 29 October 1943 · page 2

The fortnightly meeting of the above was attended by Ald. J. W. Scott (Mayor), J. A. Jones, A. M. Borthwick, H. Rooke, J. B. Jones, and…

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Deputation Asks for Club Room Swimming Committee Personnel Meet Aldermen

Singleton Argus · Friday 29 October 1943 · page 3

A deputation comprising members of Singleton Amateur Swimming, Club last night placed befor the adjourned meeting, of the…

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