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Lachlan (Forbes, Parkes, Cowra) · The wars & local soldiers

The wars & local soldiers, 1940

977 stories in Lachlan (Forbes, Parkes, Cowra)'s papers · page 24 of 49

Resolutions For Annual Farmers' Conference Ashburnham District Council Meets At Forbes Assisting The War Effort

The Forbes Advocate · Tuesday 18 June 1940 · page 3

THE Ashburnham District Council of the Farmers and Settlers' Association held its annual meeting at Forbes on Saturday, when delegates from eight branches of the Association were in attendance…

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War News LONDON

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Thursday 20 June 1940 · page 2

According to an Agency report from Bordeaux the French plenipo-tentiaries have gone to meet the German representatives. The French…

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War Loans Local Contributions

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 20 June 1940 · page 1

Mr. C. Grintell, of Mildil, has con[?]buted £100, and Mrs. Grintell £10, to [?]e interest Free War Loan. Mr. Grintell also invested £200 in…

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Win the War Rally

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 20 June 1940 · page 2

Keen interest is being manifested in the big Win The War Rally to be held in the Masonic…

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"Win the War" Rally. (To the Editor)

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Thursday 20 June 1940 · page 2

Dear Sir,It is encouraging to note the interest which is being taken in our town and district "Win the War" Rally : we…

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The Salvation Army War Work 17 Centres in War Areas Destroyed £25,000 Losses Involved Services Still Carried On

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 20 June 1940 · page 4

The latest news received from the Salvation Army Headquarters in London, and from the War Cry, says the rapid change in the military situation…

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C.w.a.'s War Effort. Local Members' Enthusiasm. Sheep Skin Vests

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Thursday 20 June 1940 · page 2

Members of the local branch of the C.W.A., as well as their sister organisations throughout the State, are doing splendid work for…

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Enlistments. From Light Horse

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Thursday 20 June 1940 · page 2

Kevin Hobson (Palestine),Oss. Coleman (camp), Tom Rushby.(camp); Jack Praser, Ron Dun, Cecil Griffin,' L. J. Colemau, Ted walton (late of…

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Farewell and Presentations To Soldiers on Final Leave

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 20 June 1940 · page 4

Aircraftsman J. L. Keys, son of Mr and Mrs. J. A. Keys, West Wyalong; Aircraftsman J. Harker, and Private R. C. Lance were tendered a farewell…

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Diggers' President Has Two Soldier Sons

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 20 June 1940 · page 2

Mr. J. A. Keys, of West Wyalong, who is the popular and highly-esteemed President of the local Returned Soldiers League and Club, is the…

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Enlisted for Active Servicf Town and District Volunteers

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 20 June 1940 · page 2

Sir. Neville Stear, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Stear, Girral, has enlisted for service with the A.I.F., and has passed the local medical examination…

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Settlers Who Enlist Safeguarding Interests

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 20 June 1940 · page 4

After the Patriotic meeting at Tallimba on Saturday next, another meeting will be held to discuss the matter of safeguarding the interests…

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War Effort at Croquet Greens

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 21 June 1940 · page 4

Members of Forbes Croquet Club extend a welcome to all ladles to attend a novelty afternoon to be held at the greens on June 26, commencing at 2.30…

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War Orphans 5000 For Australian Homes

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 21 June 1940 · page 1

The Minister for the Interior (Senator Foll) announced on Wednesday night that advice had been received from the Australian High…

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War Veterans To Form Defence Corps

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 21 June 1940 · page 1

The attention of all war veterans, whether members of the R.S.S.I.L.A. of A. or not, is directed to an announcement that a special and…

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Sheep Drive Benefits Caragabal War Funds £82 Realised

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 21 June 1940 · page 1

A sheep drive in aid of the Red Cross and local Comforts Fund was organised at Caragabal by Mrs. Sullivan, secretary of the…

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BEDGERABONG Day of Prayer for France Effort for War Fund BEDGERABONG, Wed

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 21 June 1940 · page 7

Hopes rose high on Friday when the wind came from the north and the sky was overcast. Simitar conditions prevailed on Saturday. Each…

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Shire Council's Decision Superannuation To Be Paid For Enlisting Employees

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 21 June 1940 · page 7

When, at last Friday's meeting of Jemalong Shire Council, the Superannuation Board sought a statement of policy as to the body's…

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The War. Germany's Terms to France. London

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Monday 24 June 1940 · page 2

The German armistice terms, which are published to-night, include the occupation of the West Coast of France, and all territory north of a line from Geneva to Tours…

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Condobolin and District "Win the War Rally" Gifts and Investments £13,27145

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Monday 24 June 1940 · page 2

Tremendous enthusiasm was displayed by the residents of Condobolin and District in the "Win the War Rally" held in the Central Hall on Friday…

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