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

The wars & local soldiers, 1941

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War in Syria French Ask for Armistice (By Wire) Sydney. Thursday. (A.A.P.)

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 10 July 1941 · page 1

A message from Loudon states:— Soon after Mr. Winston Churchill had announced in the House of Commons that the French Commander in Syria,…

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W.W. Red Cross Had Big Year Review of Many Activities War Services Heavy Call on Funds

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 10 July 1941 · page 2

At the annual general meeting of the West Wyalong branch of the Red Cross Society, the President, (Mrs. J. W. Parker)…

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Soldier Honored At West Milby Farewell & Presentation

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 10 July 1941 · page 1

A large crowd assembled at the home of Mr. Les. Lemon, on Friday night for the purpose of bidding aurevoir and make a small presentation…

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Red Cross Prisoners of War Appeal

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 11 July 1941 · page 2

The following donations to the Prisoners of War Appeal launched by Forbes Red Cross Society have been received for remittance to head…

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EUGOWRA Bob Noble a Prisoner of War EUGOWRA, Wed

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 11 July 1941 · page 3

Mr. R. Anscombe has returned to duty at the Commercial Bank after his annual holidays. Mrs. Anscombe is continuing her holidays with her…

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The Air War U.S.A. Giants Ready Raids Over Germany LONDON

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 11 July 1941 · page 1

Four enemy planes were destroyed during operations over this country last night. Raiders were not numerous and…

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BEDGERABONG Petrol Rationing Hits Country Centres Another R.A.A.F. Enlistment BEDGERABONG, Wed

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 11 July 1941 · page 3

Last week end was the coldest spell we have experienced this winter. A bleak southerly blew throughout Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Misty…

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Agriculture and the War

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Monday 14 July 1941 · page 4

Last week the Australian Agricultural Council met in Canberra. They were discussing one of the most important of Australia's problems --…

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The War London (A.a.p.)

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Monday 14 July 1941 · page 2

Following the initialling of the Syrian armistice terms the documents were referred back to the respective Governments.It is expected that the formal signing will take…

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Money for War Councils Assist Local Committees' Efforts Appreciated

The West Wyalong Advocate · Monday 14 July 1941 · page 1

At Friday's meeting of the Bland Shire Council, a letter was received from the War Loan Campaign Committee, stating that the recent War…

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Many Prisoners of War Previously Reported Missing (By Wire) Sydney

The West Wyalong Advocate · Monday 14 July 1941 · page 1

The casualty list for Western Australian Units of the A.I.F. includes the names of 566 officers and men, previously reported missing, and now…

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Five Soldiers Farewelled At Tullibigeal

The West Wyalong Advocate · Monday 14 July 1941 · page 1

Privates Les. Tomlinson, Jack Tomlinson, Norman Wilson, Lance Crowe and Reg. Rosenberg, were tendered a farewell and presentation…

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Parcels to Soldiers West Wyalong's Activities

The West Wyalong Advocate · Monday 14 July 1941 · page 4

At a meeting of the West Wyalong Patriotic Committee, which was held in the Literary institute, Mrs. E. F. Fisher (on behalf of the…

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War News Japanese Cabinet Resign Russians Vigorously Counter-Attacking TOKIO

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Thursday 17 July 1941 · page 2

The Japanese Cabinet, led by Prince Konoye, has resigned enbloc.LONDON (A.A.P.) It can be revealed that between…

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QUANDIALLA J.R.C. And P. & C. War Auxiliary Successful Functions

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 17 July 1941 · page 2

Under the auspices of the above patriotic organisation, a Street Stall was held in Quaudiaila on Saturday atternoon, 12th Instant, to raise funds…

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Prepare for Long War First Lord's Warning U-Boat Position Better (By Wire) Sydney, Thursday (A.A.P.)

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 17 July 1941 · page 1

A message from London states:— The First Lord of the Admiralty, Mr A V Alexander, in a speech to-day, said there was no justification for…

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Soldier Settlements

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Thursday 17 July 1941 · page 2

The Minister for Lands, Mr. Tully, is arranging for a conference with Mr. Brown, a Departmental Officer, on soldier…

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Three Soldiers Farewell & Presentation At West Milby

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 17 July 1941 · page 2

There was an excellent attendance at West Milby on Monday night for the purpose of bidding farewell to Piivates Jack and Leslie Tomlinson,…

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War-time Use of Cameras

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 18 July 1941 · page 3

Lack of sinister motives does not exonerate anyone who takes photographs or 'draws sketches or plans of ships or aircraft within Australia's…

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CARAGABAL Pleasing War Effort CARAGABAL

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 18 July 1941 · page 7

The parents and citizens euchre party, held in the local school on Friday night was a success. The winners of the euchre were Miss M. Nolan and…

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