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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 28 of 49

Unrestricted Enlistment Brig. General Lloyd's Statement Ranks Full Rumor Contradicted

The Forbes Advocate · Tuesday 9 July 1940 · page 1

Referring to persistent rumors being circulated in some country districts that at present the ranks are full, Brigadier-General Lloyd,…

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In the Great War 1914-1918. on the Somme. (Continued from ast issue)

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Thursday 11 July 1940 · page 1

Those who were smart enough to observe the planes approaching, escaped by means of their parachutes, others by ere caught unawares and…

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Cowra Road. Send-off to Soldiers

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Thursday 11 July 1940 · page 2

On Saturday night last our two soldiers, Privates Percy Newton and Ernie Ellis were given a send-off at the home of Mr. Gordon Diprose, of…

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Mr. Alan Rose-bray Enlisted with A.I.F. Farewell and Presentation

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 11 July 1940 · page 2

Last Wednesday night the members of the Presbyterian Dramatic Club and friends met in the School hall to farewell Mr. Allan Rosebray. who has…

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War Fund Effort

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 12 July 1940 · page 4

As his contribution to the war effort. Donald, seven-years-old son of Mr. and Mrs. D. Strickland, of Lachlan Street, recently disposed of a cake. Although…

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WIRRINYA First War Effort Realises £35 WIRRINYA, Wed

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 12 July 1940 · page 7

Despite the keen prevailing wind and intermittent showers, Wirrinya's first big patriotic effort, which was held on Wednesday, proved a huge success…

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WONGAJONG P. & C. Association Meets Money for War Funds

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 12 July 1940 · page 7

At the monthly meeting of the Wongojong Parents and Citizens' Association, over which Mr. G. Egan presided, there was a large attendance of…

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War Savings Certificates Some Outstanding Purchases Forbes in Select Group

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 12 July 1940 · page 1

In contributing over £10,090 in the purcahse of war savings certificates to the end of June Forbes joined the ranks of "big business"…

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"Back-to" School Novelty Stunt for War Funds I.H.S. Ex-students to Return

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 12 July 1940 · page 3

A largely-attended meeting at the Intermediate High School, on Wednesday, enthused over the suggestion that a Back-to-School day be…

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OVER £500. For National War Fund

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Monday 15 July 1940 · page 4

A meeting of the Sheep Drive Committee was held in the Council Chambers on Friday evening last, when progress reports were submitted by…

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Scrap Iron Etc. Essential War Material

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Monday 15 July 1940 · page 3

The Australian Iron and Steel Company, Limited, Port Kembla, and the Broken Hill Proprietary Limited, New-castle, will accept, and pay for,…

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A.I.F. at Ingleburn to Begin War Exercises (By Wire) Sydney

The West Wyalong Advocate · Monday 15 July 1940 · page 1

Within a fortnight, members of the Seventh Division of the A.I F. at Ingleburn will begin [?] excercises. The recruit training stage has been…

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Constable Injured by Soldiers at Maitland Admitted to Hospital (By Wire) Sydney

The West Wyalong Advocate · Monday 15 July 1940 · page 1

Constable Lee Gallagher was attacked by several soldiers in High Street the main thoroughfare of Maitland, on Saturday night…

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War Effort Children to the Fore

The Forbes Advocate · Tuesday 16 July 1940 · page 1

Realising that their tender years prevented them from offering their man-power to the call of the Empire, three young Forbes…

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War Lull Warning to Eire Fighting in Africa Another Channel Air Contest LONDON

The Forbes Advocate · Tuesday 16 July 1940 · page 1

There has been a distinct lull in the war news except for another air light over the British Channel and the fighting in Africa…

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War News WASHINGTON

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Thursday 18 July 1940 · page 3

Mr. Roosevelt was to-day nominated for selection as Democratic candidate for the Presidency…

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In the Great War 1914-1918. (Continued from last issue). in Action at Flers

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Thursday 18 July 1940 · page 4

On Monday, October 23, 1916, we left Ypres in the early hours of the morning en route to Steenvoorde, where we arrived at 6…

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C.W.A. Comforts for Local Soldiers Donations Received

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 18 July 1940 · page 1

The Hon. Treasurer of the West Wyalong branch of the Country Women's Association (Mrs. F. Baker) has informed us that the following…

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CARAGABAL War Funds Appeal CARAGABAL, Wed

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 19 July 1940 · page 2

On Thursday afternoon, July 11, a meeting was held in the Caragabal Hall to make arrangements for Caragabal's "Win-the-War" effort…

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BEDGERABONG Sports for War Funds BEDGERABONG, Wednes

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 19 July 1940 · page 7

Cloudy and cold weather has been our portion for several days. Several light showers fell during Saturday afternoon, totalling ten…

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