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Council & local affairs, 1940

1,508 stories in Riverina's papers · page 7 of 76

Willimbong Shire Council Holds Special Meeting Leeton

Daily Advertiser · Friday 2 February 1940 · page 4

A special meeting of the Willimbong Shire Council was held last night to consider rates and charges for the current year, the purchase of a speed…

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Municipal Council "Ordinary Fortnightly Meeting

Narandera Argus and Riverina Advertiser · Friday 2 February 1940 · page 3

The fortnightly meeting of the Municipal Council was held on Tuesday evening last, when there were present His Worship the Mayor (Ald…

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Council Signs Speed Patrol Grader Agreement

The Murrumbidgee Irrigator · Friday 2 February 1940 · page 6

At a special meeting on Wednesday night the Shire Council agreed to the terms of purchase of its new speed patrol grader from Messrs…

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The Council Employees Entertain Mr. D. Taylor

Narandera Argus and Riverina Advertiser · Friday 2 February 1940 · page 2

In honour of his approaching marriage with Miss Heather McPherson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. MePherson, of Narandera, employees of…

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New Three-riding Plan on Representation Basis Council's Alternative If Re-submission Fails

The Murrumbidgee Irrigator · Friday 2 February 1940 · page 6

WHEN the Department of Works and Local Government informed the Shire Council at its last meeting that the three-riding plan for Witlimbong Shire as submitted did not meet with its approval, the Council decided to re-submit the proposal for further consideration by the…

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British Export Council Prime Minister Announces Formation to Assist War-time Effort Australian Business Man as Member British Official Wireless LONDON

Daily Advertiser · Saturday 3 February 1940 · page 2

An Export Council has been established to assist in the organisation of Britain's export effort in war-time. This was announced by the Prime Minister this evening, speaking in the debate on the organisation of the national…

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Junee Council By-election

Daily Advertiser · Monday 5 February 1940 · page 2

For the vacancy in the Junee Municipal Council, caused by the resignation of Alderman V. O. Herrett, three nominations were received: Messrs…

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Leeton Club Deputation to Shire President New Track Wanted Leeton

Daily Advertiser · Monday 5 February 1940 · page 4

A deputation waited on the shire president (Councillor R. Struck) today from the Leeton Cycling Club with a view to ascertaining whether the…

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GUNDAGAI P. and A. SOCIETY Preparing For The Show Lord Mayor of Sydney Invited to Open Exhibition

The Gundagai Independent · Monday 5 February 1940 · page 1

The keen interest being taken by people in the forthcoming Gundagai show is reflected in the great number of inquiries for…

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Open Letter (Or Request) to the Tumut Shire Council

The Tumut and Adelong Times · Tuesday 6 February 1940 · page 2

Gentlemen,—While the war is on please do not-undertake any more unnecessary "improvements" in "D" Riding. There are other people's…

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A.l.p. Hume Electoral Council Election

The Tumut and Adelong Times · Tuesday 6 February 1940 · page 2

Delegates from numerous A.L.P. oranches assembled at the Adelonia Theatre, Adelong, on Sunday afternoon last for the purpose of putting…

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After Funds for Baby Health Centre Shire President Makes Personal Appeal

The Murrumbidgee Irrigator · Tuesday 6 February 1940 · page 1

THE appeal by the Shire President, Cr. R. A. Struck, to Leeton citizens to contribute funds for the purpose of providing a…

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Row Safety Council Wagga Branch Meets Many Suggestions Made

Daily Advertiser · Tuesday 6 February 1940 · page 3

A meeting of the Wagga branch of the Road Safety Council of N.S.W. was held last night. The Mayor (Ald. H. E. Gissing) presided over a large…

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Murrumbidgee Seat Meeting of Country Party Electorate Council Mr. Hankinson's Retirement

Narandera Argus and Riverina Advertiser · Tuesday 6 February 1940 · page 1

Some months ago Mr. R. H. Hankinson announced that he did not intend to seek re-election as the parliamentary representative of the…

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Lord Mayor's Patriotic Fund

Daily Advertiser · Wednesday 7 February 1940 · page 4

The Lord Mayors Patriotic Fund, which now totals £50,044/5/1, has received varied donations, including three sucking pigs, eggs, cats, dogs, cattle,…

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Supreme War Council Meeting in Paris General Conduct of War PARIS

Daily Advertiser · Wednesday 7 February 1940 · page 1

It has been officially announced that the fifth meeting of the Supreme War Council assembled this morning and afternoon. It was attended by M…

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Jindalee Shire Engineer's Report

Cootamundra Herald · Thursday 8 February 1940 · page 2

At today's meeting Mr. Les. Donald-son presented his report for the month ending 8th February: Public Works: A light maintenance…

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A.L.P. Hume Electoral Council Election

The Gundagai Independent · Thursday 8 February 1940 · page 1

Delegates from numerous A.L.P. branches assembled at the Adelonia Theatre, Adelong, on Sunday afternoon last for…

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Auditor’s Report to Yass Council Special Meeting To Be Held

The Gundagai Independent · Thursday 8 February 1940 · page 7

It was decided at the last meeting of the Yass Municipal Council that a special meeting be held on Monday February 12, to consider the 58 page…

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Ald. Skinner Farewelled By Aldermen and Council's Staff

Narandera Argus and Riverina Advertiser · Friday 9 February 1940 · page 3

On Tuesday evening last the aldermen and staff of the Municipal Council assembled in the committee room at the Council Chambers for the…

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