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[...]ember 1947 (quarterly) - 1918 - 1959[...]AD-SB-21 07/10879 Reserve Bank of Australia Staff Magazines - "Bank Notes" - March 1945 - December 1947 (quarterly) - 1918 - | |
[...]AD-SB-21 -:;4111 NEWS FROM THE BRANCHES GENERAL[...]oks has gone to Tenterfield; | |
[...]Marc'h 1945 Our most sincere sympathy goes to the family trea[...]N. Crosby, R.A.A.F., has returned to Some days before the actual date of his retire., | |
[...]Manager invited battalion, and was killed in action on Bougainville[...]ike the blackbutt tour of operations. He participated in many attacks And as straight as[...]And his heart is as large as the open West, vix on some of Germany's most heavily defended tar- ,ed gets, including Berlin. His name heads a list of And as[...]e sunshine of Queensland, ter R.A.A.F. In the same list is the name of Flying/ And he rides[...]Who knew when you hadn't been well, lad, corvettes somewhere overseas wrote of a most .q9 enjoyable Christmas Day. The cooks excell[...]by name, boy, 19 procedure of Christmas Day, actually scrubbed out Though he's hundreds of[...]glorious bender, 0 the gift of the gab and knew how to use it. He And got mixed in some street corner brawl, 0 arraigned all the of[...]e us, looking very fit and about to enjoy some home leave. Tha[...]ine of Queensland, been married. He took part in one of the thousand[...] | |
[...]thy of all members of this staff to our departure for Australia. Of course, he was besieged Accountant (Mr[...]rs. Hore on the with queries about his new bride, and had some loss of their son Peter, while serving with R.A.A[...]remarkably well, and is at present visiting his home Woolloongabba Branch; Sergeants A. W. Gustafson[...]now, and despite some of the experiences he has We hope to see Majo[...]ral it was the six weeks' leave in the States did the Bob Stobo left for the south this week a[...]pleased to see him, his accumulated Army leave at home before staging and hope he makes the most of his home leave. a comeback to civilian life. L.A.C. Des. K[...]ed to the parents can friends who have departed for fresh fields closer of Sgt./Obs. V. D. Luto[...]stion for the expedi- before his Iparents receive some better and brighter tious handling of their business. news.[...]the means of many of The following is an extract from a letter just us gaining an experience in unusual transactions received from Captain P. R. Cohen, who enlist[...]we would all like to renew on a peace-time basis you in the form of a parcel[...]vacation in America. this year's in New Guinea; so I have been fortunate in getting them[...]Our girls played no small part in attending to the[...]cial) of our Allies, and were frequently Our heartiest congratulations are extended to complimented on their efficiency and attractiveness. Squadron/Leader Brian O'Connor, who married. In fact, a number of them are now American citizens Miss[...]em all a safe passage through the still ing satisfactorily. Also to Flying/Officer Col. turbulent waters, and a speedy return to their homes. | |
most unkind to us, as we seem to have had appr[...]lief. At the contributing any report of our activities for several beginning of the summer[...]st year has seen many changes in the up to its old traditions, and has been muggy as well[...]seasonal rains. staff (now almost fifty in number), also in conditions[...]and sporting activities, and lastly the removal of fresh air[...]ing glass reminds us of Savings Bank Department is recovering gallantly the greatly i[...]at Bowen, Innisfail and Brisbane (Sav- that housekeeping is a far more dangerous occupa- in[...]our last appear- twelve months included Stuart Jobst and John Black, ance in print. Miss Doris House, of our temporary who are now, as member[...](A.I.F.), Dave Brennan, Ian Black and Col Urquhart announced on his last leave his engagement[...]m, who rubber dinghy in northern waters for some hours. is now wife of S./Sgt. Roy Carso[...]go" again. to make her home in Cadiz, Ohio, where we hope We record with regret the fact that Gordon Long she will be very happy. A[...]s 110, Benedicts with much vim and vigour started the match. There 73. Everyone, including onlookers, appeared to was a good dea[...]rs. The afternoon species has not been very active in sporting circles, was brought to a plea[...]The North has been living up to its reputation We have recently farewelled V[...]A.F. for initial training, and make even the most seasoned residents feel we wish him[...] | |
[...]Marc'h 1945 NEWCASTLE.—Hearty good wishes for 1945 to We welcome Misses Cameron, Kelly and Shep- | |
[...]avoured with an unusual number of visits from otIr staff "on service." we wish them e[...]porary clerk in B. itle three years away, mostly in Middle East; then W./O. and S. Department, infected us with her interest P[...]noon. We hear the bride looked very attractive in Lcb. north, and has since been disch[...]bride's parents in Sydney is in all parts of the world, his first home leave since still a trifle uncertain, due[...]'priorities. Christmas and New Year brought us many visi- Mr. H.[...]./D. D. A. Whiteman and C. M. Hill Department, assisted by Mr. P. N. Walker. ; f[...]Several additions to the staff this quarter — that from Largs, and Lieut. R. E. Maz[...]our years' ing been separated from all Australian companions service, and Miss M. E. Wy[...]is back with us after were needed at home. Miss Correll from Govern- about three years with the A.I.F., and seems to have ment Department, left to be married, and Miss M. K. 03 settled down quickly in B. and S. Department. Cullen left to take another appointment. Several enlistments during the quarter—Pte. D. Sydney staff will be in[...]Extract from Airgraph from Pilot/Officer W. P. Sharp[...]s, from Belmore reception in the bride's home at Hazelwood Park on this -auspicious occasion—the first appearance was a particularly happy function.[...] | |
[...]the R.A.N., and he, too, has had some lively times Valerie Waller, and we are pleased to state that we near New Guinea. Ron Henry, who spent a few form a very ha[...]flying bombers, but picking fruit at Sheppartsome eighteen months distinguishing himself both in Ca[...]ther addition to ing, and in the Mediterranean in action. While on our numbers. We welcome Ewart Robins as a pro- patrol Brian formed one of a cr[...]t he will soon be a useful member a U-boat, and almost blew the wings off their Lock- of the staff. heed-Hudson at the same time. Those who[...]gs descended from time to time in the most unexpected Bank Ledgerkeeper (Ted Rogers), now A[...]nd the three years now, and would appreciate any news general satisfaction expressed on all sides seems to of him. Shoul[...]wing afternoon our be a "record breaker." The actual temperatures so own staff gathered form[...]taff. We trust that the fish experienced, the most remarkable one being of at Manly will bite as well there for him as they did some hours' duration. At about 4 o'clock one after-[...]. silted up, and our sympathy goes out to all house- The stork paid a visit to the home of our popular wives who are compelled litera[...]rom the following contending with constant exits and entrances as former members of this[...]e learned that Pilot/Officer taken place. No news of Alwyn Richards has T. M.[...]fficer of this Branch, has been received for some time, so we regret that our been reported m[...]ret. From Noel Mansfield, and hope they hear some better news in the near now a pilot in England, comes word of some of his future. experiences, and he tells us he was towing barges We have had visits from Messrs. C. M. Read, R. and dropping sup[...]nd C. Alexander. He did not say much of his part in the proceedings, We welcome to[...] | |
[...]NK NO TES 5 PER the quarter our popular Savings in 1912. He saw serv[...]t) was transferred a P.O.W. in Germany for some years. c1 to C.S.B., Sydney, as Accountant, and we all con- We extend a hearty welcome to Messrs. F. C. gratulate h[...]us from extended amalgamation of thg State Savings Bank of W.A. in military leave.[...]ture 1931 to the date we occupied our new premises in go to Mrs. McMorrow, who le[...]ell-attended meet- of experience at their new domiciles. ing of the staff. Mr. A. R.[...]in the north-west, and hopes 3C1 chase at some later date a memento of his long that[...]o weeks prior to his We extend a hearty welcome to Miss Joan Ryan, departure, testified to the esteem and goodwill with[...]We take this opportunity of welcoming our new Miss Carol Hayes married Captain T.[...]e Miss Helen Wood left us during the quarter to ,[...]and we wish her a and Ballarat and Shepparton Branches. In 1929 he was transferred[...]esented him with a suitable officers were particularly fine types of men, out- token of[...]oodwill, and wished him standing in character and held in high regard by all jar man[...]as fortunate with whom they came in contact. Our sincere jle in objaining a passage to the eastern States per sympathy is conveyed to all those[...]g these airmen in their sad loss. some of his old colleagues.[...]on of reports received through the International Red Cross 135 leave due will reti[...]ppines on 14th Mr. Davis joined the State Savings Bank of W.A. December last,[...] | |
[...]March 1945 a raid on Stuttgart, Germany, on 29th January last. very impre[...]shortly receive advide that these brave His reaction was a feeling of insignificance, and he | |
[...]reaching down to an excellent in memory of Australians who fought and died on ;feat[...]' . ry ings, stores and houses all being in need of exten- nate in heari[...]ggest that those who can manage it farther up towards the mountains there are a number[...]be extremely productive if interesting news of engagements or marriages[...]able, but well nigh impossible. The only staff news we are also providing a muc[...]tal, and bers. Our record number of new accounts in a day well on the way to c[...]larger than. Port Moresby. These HOBART.—Many of our men expected home for accounts, I might add, were practically all for native Christmas—as forecas[...]—the last-named also brought his particulars required from the natives and explain to[...]d we dis- have been lucky enough to get some leave in what covered that English, Australian, pidgin or any other passes for our good[...]t season of the hybrid language, in most cases, left them quite year when good[...]uld be more for. satisfactory for all parties concerned to employ a Max Viney[...]e occasion The Bank and staff quarters are situated in wha t of his brother's o[...]here his parents reside—also Court House, which, after renovation and additions,[...]very suitable for our present needs. Hobart. Having electric light and water laid on and most of This week we saw Peter Hutchins,[...]thal to make ourselves quite comfortable. Artillery unit. He reports having taken part in a Living as civilians in a military area is a some- landing on New Britain—fortunately (as he tells us)[...]it was unopposed. - ' them for most of our every-day requirements, rang-[...]and entertainment. In but expects to be posted to Victoria after his leave. the e[...]with the forward movement of military activities we Geoff Johnson couldn't ma[...]hows a week. Sporting facili- was over some weeks later. He brought.with him ties[...]our last issue spent Christmas in New Guinea. He We have made several visits to rubber planta- has been in action there for some three months, in tions, seeing something of the industry, and at the some very tough and mountainous country, but same time conducting banking business for the plan-[...]plantations. On the way Seymour, and news of his commission is expected | |
[...]on the With the opening of the new Loan we once again mainland.[...]aking of applications, etc., and Early in the New Year, we welcomed back two we trust that[...]o left us at the end of 1941, was in the north of Australia until classed as unfit for tropical service. Alan[...]K STREET, SYDNEY. — The wedding of member of Hobart staff, joined the A.I.F. from Devon- Miss Dot[...]January. True to expectations, she made a lovely Australia with the Seventh Division. After receiving br[...]r girls of the staff gave a shower tea at further active service. He has recently been in Vere[...]of the A.A.S.C. Depot in Launceston. This some useful gifts with our best wishes. week we have b[...]an). By the nature of his duties he did set apart an evening and staged a shower tea for not come in contact with many of the staff, but was Val, and var[...]earing mysterious held in high esteem by all who knew him, and his looking paper parcels. A ver[...]Branch for the past eight Yet another party was given at home for Miss years. Following the death of his wife[...]birthday, and during the evening his arrival in New South Wales, and trust that he her engagem[...]d have all success and nounced. We offer heartiest congratulations. happiness in his new surroundings. Mr. Pat G[...]ch has been taking his illness, and is making the most of his time at the place lately, and the Gener[...]twenty-eight years ago, twenty-two of Miss K. McCarthy and Messrs. I. F. Wilson and F. X. which[...]d in on the 24th, the great Fraser kept in contact with all - the lads from the day being a Sunday. Several members of the staff Branch on active service in a newsy and humorous were present at a dinner an[...] | |
[...]13 On the day of her departure Miss Fraser was Our genial typi[...]ers' Appendix | |
[...]ays absorption in my work eliminated satisfaction to know one is doing something both all nervousness, and I soon found myse[...]a well-earned pay away had expected, although exactly what I had expected into one's pocket a[...]oon put me on the right track. throughout Australia in August, 1944, for funds to A new life was now opening to me. No longer e[...]e-eminently necessary to learn to do so very Australian staff. speedily.[...]sbane, the following cable from London to Perth actually earned myself. Words desert me and are[...]send warmest thanks to' Aus- emotions of satisfaction and pride which I experi- tralian staff, and particularly to Western Aus- enced at that happy mom[...]eard the to-day. With best wishes for the New Year. Commonwealth Bank spoken of by friends and rela- Apart from tea and sugar, which was forwarded tives, and I had regarded it as something far apart prior to rationing, jam, milk, powder, tong[...]I would one sugar, chocolate, beef extract, cheese, dried fruits, day be a inernber of the staff. Naturally, the[...]tinned fruit and cocoa malt have been maintains its necessary discipline, but it is, in com- included at various times. parison to schpol life, almost complete freedom. There are sufficien[...]riotic Fund.) The occasion of the visit of units of the British the inferno, and carrying h[...]e "ship-busting" squadron, thus | |
[...]and golden syrup, packets of cheese, biscuits, dried In addition to the regular items, we were[...]The fund is always ready to receive new sub- yards of flannelette for us, coupon free, through the scribers and we would appeal to new members in Rationing Commission, in order that we[...]in previous Charity Fund which plays some small part in help- years, fifty-seven blankets being delive[...]sements over Receipts for Home for Children, Maintenance of Period ..[...] | |
[...]Darwin news, so I shan't go into it all although,[...]goodness knows, there's very little news from this more-or-less forgotten part of the war. From L.A.C. T. M. Kelly, R.A.A.F., late of The most discussed topic is probably the "wet[...]ther it brings. The days High time I dropped something in your direction. are hot and very humid. Almost every day it rains, Quite a lot of us were stood[...]elief that is—at least, it cools ber course and posted around the Commonwealth the place[...]on my sincere office, and then went down to Shepparton to pick thanks to all concerned. I hope these belated thanks pears, and returned to Temora, exactly a week ago will be pardoned. last Frid[...]p- 96 King William Street. Yes, I'm due for some leave parton is quite a different proposition—a very plea-[...]hanking each of you Thank you for your last news letter. I haven't[...]will be consumed with reliA. on the 25th, coming home again, let's hope for a few reunions. tog[...]se here will last a month, and after that from home and organisations such as the Royal Aus- another posting. They call it flight grading—it is tr[...]y one is tested remembered by "the folks at home" in such a prac- after ten hours' instructions,[...]we certainly appreciate it. that only those are posted for training who are likely Since leavi[...]ern war, has been very, very quiet for course as some other member of air-crew, no one is me practically all the excitement of which I can scrubbed[...]d how little, little time runs ashore in practically all ports on our Australian we have to learn it. The race is to the strong,[...]me up here, "purely com- R.A.N. for the most part whilst serving for a short petitive." You can i[...].S. Vendetta, M.L. 815 I'll leave you now to do some on my own account; and M.L. 1324; and it is something to be a very small we may get leave in a mo[...]freely, and live at peace of Commonwealth chaps, including Kevin Bird of doing the work in whic[...]er- "Bank Notes" and Adelaide Branch's newsletters, noon discussing old times with Mr[...]before February 19, which I am in hearty agreement, is the Bank's plans 1942.[...] | |
[...]o the left and then to the right, but prosperous New Year. he[...]u in the not too far wagging the hindquarters. distant future.[...]te of Arncliffe Brandi. Perhaps the most important part of the proceed- It's over three years since[...]e kai-kai. This has been solely for the want of something interest- consisted of large hunks o[...]bamboo frames over glowing embers, I am in New Guinea. Had I contemplated return- and c[...]t was because the Marys tables, chairs, and what someone described as "mid- would not work with[...]Just how long this happy state will exist remains to Pictures show twice a[...]in English for corroboree, and giving particulars of the rehabilitation scheme for goes on f[...]off open air side-shows I am now on an operational squadron, and have at a church bazaar. There were upwards of a dozen completed ten operational sorties. parties of savages, gaily bedecked in flowers,[...]ky- enough to the gentlemen of the ensemble had started to per- get leave on December 24th,[...]heir arms and stamped their feet, lish home" on a farm in Lincolnshire. We have been f[...] | |
[...]y, and I find it necessary to justifies the word "home." sleep under a[...]on sick leave, We saw 1945 in, and drank to a New Year, in following a bout of malaria[...]too cold which we would see peace and a return to Australia to go to the mountains, and I couldn't make reserva- and its sunshine.[...]camp, playing cricket, sun- the Savings Bank in fact, really much more. bathing, catc[...]would now little work. To-morrow I'll start off for Calcutta to enjoy seeing the hurry and bu[...]seen the same parts as I. Admittedly, I haven't seen From Flying/Off[...]a disaster We founded many a mighty state; which was one of the most tragic in the history of Pray God our greatness may not fail, the wrecks of the Australian coast. Through craven fears of bein[...]steamer During the course of the present war Australia to be built for that company was the Or[...]sited by ships which in the days of peace poster" of 5,365 tons. She was the precursor of a we[...]to steam when canvas the Dutch, and the modern smartness of the Union was carried for extr[...]. nothing of those splendid ships of the Australian The pioneering of the Australian overseas mail trade before the war, there is an appeal to the services may be said to have had its real beginning imagination in th[...] | |
[...]ary opportunities of deep-sea luxury H.M.S. Royal Arthur, she carried their Royal High- which th[...]There are many stalwarts of Australia's marine Parliament. At about the end of the first decade of the[...]between Australia and England. of the alphabet. And when we contemp[...]camouflage of wartime, renders them inseparable in the renascent gro[...]d Wolff, Belfast Eighteen 0. Fleet, and in its rehabilitation we saw the arrival thousand ton[...]ips of a rather revolutionary type, All who knew Ceramic, from 1911, when she made the three-funne[...]her maiden voyage to Australia, must be united in 16,000 tons. They intro[...]r affection for her and in the deep regret at her Australia.[...]oined a convoy has of veterans of other owners in Australia's overseas[...]M "THE CRUISE OF THE NONA." signed for the London-Australia service via the Cape of Good Hope, and whose disa[...]a The excellence of prose lies in its adaptation to mystery to-day as when the Court of[...]It is a statement; the end of it is not the exciting its investigations in 1910.[...]or "clipper" bows. record (in fiction or fact) or of an idea, which the Notable examples were t[...]low fun- vividly to the reader an image of particular fact, or nels, added to their graceful lines, were two[...]imagined fiction, vividly arisen in his own mind, most attractive ships of their day. The Aberdeen is a writer of good prose; and the better he suc- Line adopted its first straight stem with the Pericles, ceeds in[...]ruck a sunken he excels in the supreme character of lucidity, the rock off Cape Leeuwin in March[...]. Prose which is redundant is worse followed by Demosthenes, Themistocles and Euripi- than prose[...]simply because economic prose is the better state- five 12,000 tonners of the White Star Line in the ment. Exactitude of word and idea makes better Cape service,[...]mpany and the Orient Com- the volume of "News from the Branches," and it is pany develop[...] | |
[...]March 1945 AUSTRALIA'S NEW ENGLAND[...]feet above sea amongst the best in New South Wales. Equally so, | |
[...]21 945 splendid grey stones in some hallowed abbey from humble pardon from[...]a sanctuary lying hidden among cincts of its walls are a few outer buildings,' one | |
[...]Marc'h 1945 I stood there for some few minutes with the usual Historia[...]well, England's only dictator, who used the house | |
[...]There is a door leading to the almshouses which Ewelme lies in the valley formed by the Chiltern. opens on to a kind of cloister, with the houses on all and Cotswold Hills, and is a group of old grey cot- its four sides, and in the middle of the cobbled tag[...]eir door- courtyard is an old wheel pump. posts, gathered about a stream which is covered by[...]n upon it. A little to one side lies the church, its old men with their wives, who, according t[...]to buy a responsible for this endowment? new lace for my shoes, and while there picked up a[...]raitor and convicted of high the village church, its school and almshouses, all treason, yet, as subsequent history[...]door. them returned. Somehow, the fact that the church was made up[...]e to of three buildings in one stirred my memory. Some-[...]of Suffolk in 1448, yet his rapid rise where, I knew, I had read of such a place, and[...]h, and with storing arms for the here" then, "Almshouses and schools endowed service of th[...]fore his peers by the Speaker of the in 1438 by Charter from Henry VI. to William, House of Commons, he was sent to the Tower to of Suffol[...]which is one of the most tragic documents in "The most unique building in all England, a[...]on aboard a fishing boat at night. the faith. Almshouses, school and church, the three[...]s that seem to us execution. to-day almost another language.[...]In world is none more clere of hewe, Its water ever fresh and new,[...]of his farewell message to his son and Its mountance of two fingers heights. family, h's last will and testament on earth: These lines referred to the stream in the village, "Thirdly, in the same wise I charge you, my dear for Chaucer was very f[...]t ye obey alway her com- village is a walk, now almost covered by the yellow mandments, and to bel[...]d not, but shall be which in England is so often fact, says that she best and trust to[...] | |
[...]alone. "Written of mine hand, the day of my departing You will set out in the morning, af[...]RKS." through parklands, where the startled deer rise up One of the strangest anomal[...]t sit beside a fire in a thatched Devon ing international goodwill as there are to-day. And cott[...]r the con- tered the Kings of Wales. venient homes of distant relations. I[...]an atmosphere of sadness and of longing, as, some- located in the quiet places, the hidden v[...]re not to be nations, who find, in the warmth of its common garnered anywhere except in the f[...]ne who recently sent me a letter from nor foolish national pride. Chicag[...]wonderful tran- a walker or a cyclist. It may be part of an old farm- sition. For, in the pages of history, where, after all, house, or a country mansion given to the associa-[...]are but a line, there is being at this tion or a new building built out of its modest funds. moment, slowly written, the reunion of two of the It is an idea which has given a new zest for life greatest nations on earth, England and America. to thousands of young men and women, to whom "For my part," he goes on, "I am glad that this the word "Eng[...]selves as holiday places. country Itself and the people who dwell within it. . It. is an idea which has given a new meaning to And my .own comment to this is, that this new; ,the word "holiday," in giving them the opportun[...]pler things of for England was brought about almost solely by the life. The young city dwelle[...] | |
[...]W. Clarkson—Killed in killed in non-operational flight. operations.[...]enlisted in the 1939, and was transferred to Newcastle and enlisted in the R.A.A.F. from that R[...]M.F. time with the A.M.F., attaining commis- Australia, and at the time of his death He graduat[...]nd joined the R.A.A.F. in was attached to an operational squadron and was a member of the crew of[...] | |
[...]eeks—Killed in air Flying/Oficer C. K. Flockhart—Killed in - killed in air operations.[...]EEKS, G. V.—Aged 30, married. Pilot/ FLOCKHART, C. K.—Aged 20, single. Officer Smith was educa[...]was educated at Ballarat Flying/Officer Flockhart was educated Boys' High School, joined the Bank's[...]gator, and at the time of his He graduated in Australia as a pilot, and crew of a Halifax aircraft reported miss- death was attached to an operational at the time of his death was attached to in[...]attached in turn to Newtown, Strathfield the A.M.F., and transferr[...] | |
[...]Keats was educated at Mt. Gambier School, Charters Towers, and Queens- the State Rural School, Nambour, joined High School,[...]Infantry Battalion, and was stationed in in Australia as a pilot, and was reported • aircraft rep[...]at Newcastle High School, joined the Joseph's Coll[...]joined the R.A.A.F. in September, 1942. Australia as a wireless air gunner, and He graduated in Australia as a wireless was reported missing from air[...]Harris, of Newcastle West Branch. CAMPBELL, H. T. — Age[...]going navigational training in South | |
[...]in January, 1942. He graduated as a graduated in Australia as a navigator, the A.M.F. He graduated as a[...]was attached to a Lancaster Squadron to an operational squadron in England. crashed in Engla[...] | |
[...]March 1945 SOIL EROSION AND ITS CONTROL A REALISATION is now thrusting itself upon Aus- of man, or is it his in[...]must perforce lag sadly behind practice she is | |
[...]35 alteration most difficult if not almost impossible. In tensive use of big machinery,[...]States of America, Canada and Australia. | |
[...]ry, seriously depleted by soil loss; in some cases the especially in North and South Dakota, w[...]ave merly overlaid the rocks has been almost entirely stated that unless a solution is found to minimise[...]s are larly grazed just after growth has started 'weakens safe and permanent until accelerated erosion on the plant, and immediately reduces its fodder their catchment areas is checked.[...]s for ade- rents while rain lasts, but are almost dry soon quate vegetative protection of the hills[...]EUROPE. ceived soil conservation practices applied to a catch- In Europe there are[...]s and reservoirs. vented its full development as an agricultural[...]The Tyrol lost in one century one-third of its The damage _ has been particularly severe in cultivation land follow[...]forests. South Africa, and is a feature in every State of the Forests are still being destroyed[...]he but timber destruction is also a contributing factor. South of Russia and in Hungary. As in Australia and U.S.A., the climate is conducive[...]In Northern Europe, however, there are some to erosion. A survey of the position showed that[...]striking examples of practical soil conservation and the agricultural and pa[...]Wise land use in Europe, particularly in Eng- of grazing country has already oc[...]rvation has been in operation tremendous damage, particularly in the Punjab, the | |
[...]presents an appearance of permanence Australia is a dry country, poorly supplied with as well as[...]h an adequate all-the- pied for hundreds, and, in some cases, over 1,000 year round volume of w[...]and and uncertain rainfall. Geologically, Australia is woodlots, which figure prominently in European[...]a natural resource to be Our country is almost mountainless compared with used so that it afford[...]eat areas of high, snow- sipation of the original capital. The time has come clad peaks ensure permanancy of flow of great in Australia when a similar attitude should be riv[...]unbelievably small compared with those of most THE POSITION IN AUSTRALIA. other countries. It is most important that the true position in rela- ABSENCE OF GLACIERS. tion to soil erosion in Australia should be recog- Most of the great rivers of the world are fed by nised[...]occurring on extensive re- climatic conditions, particularly the rainfall, Aus-[...]of flow. Australian rivers, howeVer, have to depend water and wind,[...]areas of comparatively low eleva- than the United States of America.[...]h no areas of perennial snow. Even on our best in Australia on both grazing and cultivated lands c[...]e to depend entirely upon the vegetation Bowl" at its worst in 1936, and I have seen com- and soil of our catchment areas to maintain some parable instances of land destruction in our own[...]and surface layer of soil assumes our land use practices we will transform the semi- tremendo[...]as is essen- will rob our better rainfall areas (particularly our tial to ensure storage (soil,[...]after the rains have fallen, thus ensuring United States, for our lands have only been under some continuity of flow. Rivers are not indestruc- cul[...]e- erosion is progressing at an alarming rate. At most terioration and can even disappear, as some already we have only a few years to overcome the colossal .have in inland New South Wales, under erosional difficulties of find[...]supplies. to suit our rural economy. Then these practices To maintain this underground[...]rom the wells and western flowing effective and practical conservation methods can be rivers, b[...]ed if we are to All this while our implacable national enemy— retain even our present[...] | |
[...]tops breaks its fall. The ground litter absorbs a Few realis[...]much too great. at the same time, reducing erosion to an absolute[...]areas causes siltation maintain those interacting physical and biological of storage dams and r[...]ntry storages are being silted up at too impact of heavy rain, produces litter, binds the soil ra[...]and unless the problem is tackled in with its roots, and delays the run-off of water; a conjunc[...]increase its water-holding capacity, and also to pre- The United States Department has shown that vent the clogging of[...]ways by fine the application of erosion control practices to the particles of clay. If this plant cover is interfered c[...]or stream protec- is reduced, less water finds its way into the under- tion and for the prevention o[...]o incalculable damage timber on the steepest and most dangerous portions to catchment areas. Bec[...]ation of run-off. It is univer- munity and the State than fires in the settled coun-[...]kly brought under sally recognised also that the most consistent[...]insects, and may even kill them outright, particu- the water which falls as rain. It soaks down[...]y increased. In addition, perma- ment areas is so important. The capacity of the soil nent damage to the[...]absorb water varies with the condition of particularly in the destruction of high swamps,[...] | |
[...]41 5 Protection from fire is an almost universal re- The ill-effects of fores[...]en so quirement. Even a light fire which may sometimes obvious that in most parts of the world there is a be necessary in certain situations as a fire break to concerted action towards reafforestation for the effect g[...], soil and streams as much as for the takes its toll. Even these light fires destroy the t[...]rge of land under forest—one-fifth of its total area. New area tests on catchments of some thousands of South Wales has only fou[...]ered only one-fiftieth of the total area. Australia has only watersheds was measured for seven y[...]is a most dangerous state of affairs for any country A flood of 1st[...]- are already short even of firewood, man's most tal plots. About twelve inches of rain fell d[...]weeks before. On a drainage area of Most civilised countries are making efforts to[...]atchment were carried into the valley. From Australia in this regard are in a far more serious a nearby unburned area which received the same condition than any other country. We[...]as that lost from the Perhaps the most valuable result of all education unburned are[...]fall appears to vary in different regions of the earth. probably the last lesson that he learns thoro[...]here, as the matter has not been settled for Australian conditions: However, there are other 4' important effects of forest ;which are known. It is de[...]Temperance, courage, love are made up of the same[...]crease the radia- tion of heat from exposed earth surface, also an unimpeded path is p[...] | |
[...]yed by train I travelled in of heavw deposits of carbon. As we approached the guard's[...]ern managed to squeeze into a first-class compartment devices had been installed; much tim[...]n to devising ways of eliminating the day spirits. As there were no seats left, our fellow- dr[...]ed valleys and over in- in the traditional style in their tin helmets. On numerable cree[...]ding, we found the air wonderfully sweet, attractive ferns; but unfortunately we missed this.[...]mathematical precision, and centre of Western Australia's coalmining industry, everything was s[...]spaces, thus elimi- appearance of the town; its wide streets, its deep nating cramped working conditions. T[...]was needed. Natur- built and freshly-painted houses, the absence of coal ally it was rather dir[...]le mois- dust or smoke, and, above all, the fact that there ture in places. Curiously, no stain was left by the was no sign of the actual coal mines. Definitely, drop of wate[...]f the men connected with the which we saw depart for Perth at frequent intervals; mining ind[...]working with pick shaping the roof of the newest On Saturday morning determined to at[...]aid, which grabs up the coal and deposits it in the wait- pointing to our bicycles. "[...]spector, a genial and courteous of its anchor in the coal face, the direction of the[...]at invited us to accompany him to examine a newly- moment standing in a small side pa[...]n com- After a pleasant run through attractive bushland, plete darkness. The explosion,[...]tive shrub as we had expected, was a practical demonstration which had a distinctive[...]n the bright sunshine we were of heavy deposits of carbon. As we approached introduced to a new game invented for the enter- | |
[...]isitors—"Fox the Fossil," When these almost fabulous specimen. The rules of the game m[...]WATTS) AST October Lismore celebrated its one hundredth The sugar industry came[...]the present mill is situated. Cane-growers had some | |
[...]determined that the future will struction in the post-war period. bring even greater progress. THE ART OF ENDURING[...]escaped trials and troubles. Job of the New Testament." | |
action. Warrant/Officer T. K. Casey![...]fan- with the A.M.F., and transferred to the in Australia as a pilot he embarked for try Battalion in Ma[...]een reported that he was killed ated in Australia as a sgtipilot, and at Lancaster Squadron. He was reported in action shortly before the fall of the time of h[...]traffic accident missing in operations over Stuttgart, Singapore.[...]ant's Department) before he enlisted in.[...]in the European and New Guinea[...] | |
[...]High School, joined the Bank's service State High School, joined the Bank's ser- Bank's servic[...]attached to an Battalton in the Middle East and New graduated in Canada as a pilot, and was operational squadron in England. He Guinea, and died of wounds received posted to an operational squadron in was reported missing following opera-[...]He graduated in Australia as a sgt./[...] | |
[...]was serving in New Guinea. He was[...]s attached to Corporal D. D. j. Smith—Killed in action. the 27th Inf. Bn. Lieut. G. H. Shanks—Killed in action BELL, J. H.--Aged 20, single. Flight/[...]. Raven | |
[...]e Sydney Metropolitan Staff Patriotic Fund.) News of Germany's unconditional surrender fol- ditions are so abnormal[...]were the order of the day, ness Benefits. Payments will be made by cheque | |
[...]es to Mrs. Reid F. Stearns, of the United states Army, who, ell Henderson and family. when opportunity permits, intends establishing her Our sincerest[...]s her McIntyre, both of whom were killed in action dur- fiance Captain Norman Adams, also[...]6th and 7th Divisions advance last month. States Army, is expecting to move north within the[...]er to Lieut. F. G. Webb, who was wounded in action any time now. 35 on Bougainville,[...]nedy walked into the -office one day of to see some men of the Royal Navy here too, who, with[...]g very fit, and was quite unassuming gave a party to announce her engagement to and modest a[...]atur- Then just to remind us that the Australian Army ally besieged with enquiries as to the welfare of also has its attracticns, Miss Margaret Campbell, of other membe[...]. still in Japanese hands, Bonds and Stock Department, surprised us with the and he was kept[...]pect of We are pleased to see Dick Englart has settled members of the staff who have n[...]R. Mac- Keir. To all of them we offer our hearty congitatu- kenzie, who is with an A.I.F. in[...]ease from captivity. returning to Australia by a mail plane which had a We have als[...]out one hundred miles has selected for his partner in life an English bride, out from Port More[...]ed with from overseas, and are now enjoying some well- minor injuries necessitati[...] | |
[...]relieved in his absence, and was able to renew old McKimm, R.A.A.F., has returned from Canada, a[...]two years in for their future happiness.. New Guinea. Corporal R. A. Hennessy, R.A.A.F.,[...]ron leader. have same under control in record time. We very much re[...]alth. Her many friends fare- welled her at a tea party following upon a presentation made on behalf of[...]er bright personality. She service who knew Mr. F. W. Smith received the goes from us with our best wishes. news of his death on the 8th May last with a f[...]officer, who was well liked by all who knew him. intends making her future home in Fiji. His widow and family h[...].N., formerly of this We extend a hearty welcome to Messrs. W. F. office.[...]state of mind of Mr. J. F. L. Davis at a farewell Upero[...]s Shanahan and Mrs. Shanahan in the loss State Savings Bank, during which he occupied the of the[...]nager at Geraldton and North Perth. was killed in action in the assault on Tarakan in[...]G. C. Upton) was ably supported by the Super- in action on Bougainville on the 2nd March, having[...]. Hancock, trans- have often wondered why such an important Branch[...]antle, and Miss L. I. Taylor to Fremantle, for a fact, still lacks such a member; but we feel now that[...]happy sojourn and lots of experience in their new[...]C.S.B., to L.A.C. L. H. Newnham; Miss Merle Gil- Campbell from the Rel[...] | |
[...]yder, Flight/Lieut. Stephen Hales, Sgt. present quarter in which our armed forces have Hugh L[...]eld and Pilot/Officer H. B. Shaw, who News has just been eceived as we got to press[...]t Flight/Lieut. Stan Kelly will be embarking from stated to have been killed in air operations over England for home during the next fortnight. Stuttgart, Germany, on the 25th July, 1944. Ex[...]. N. Russell, who has been a prisoner of Department. war in Japanese hands since the fall of Sing[...]t 15th January, 1944. HOBART.—The ending of the war in Europe did not Corpl. D. D. J. Smith was killed at Wewak, New directly affect many of our men in the Forc[...]on 11th May, 1945. All were promising most of them are now serving in Australia, or points officers of fine type, well lik[...]rule are Lieut. Max Stokes, whom they came in contact, - and men which this who was last repor[...]athy to their loved ones in their R.A.A.F. News has been received of the marriage sad ber[...]has been reported missing in air operations partment.) The marriage was solemnised at Cartmel over the islands north of Borneo, and our sinc[...]ges and congratulations are in the air, Our hearty congratulations to Flight/Lieut. Peter affect[...]is for gallant service with the R.A.F. in visits from Sub/Lieut. A. L. Farrell, Lieut. L. A. Pat-[...]/Officer K. F. Kemp, accompanied Japanese naval units. by their wive[...]in Syd- back with his old unit, the 2nd 7th Field Artillery at ney, his bride having been Miss Audrie[...]with the Naval Bombardment of that city. News has just been received of his pro- Group[...]ficer C. Smith, a married man now, has at Hobart on 13th March to Miss Fay Cawthorn, of been home on leave, and we have high hopes of Li[...]ioned recently "Mentioned in Despatches" for his part in ranks in Engineering units being reserved as a rule a raid on Jap convoys.[...]versity degrees or technical experi- All who knew Captain Bryce Grieve (O.B.E.) in ence in c[...]of his long and meritorious service in the is now home after repatriation from Germany. Middle East and New Guinea. Christ Church, Balla- Excitement ran high[...]We all hope that W.A. since then has seen operational service in northern sunshine and home conditions will soon make him Australia. as fit as ever. From nearer home comes news of the marriagg Pilot/Officer John Wo[...]e days' leave after Air Force training in Department, to Elisabeth, only daughter of Mr. and Canada. He saw most of the sights—New York, Mrs. R. J. Shield, of Hobart. The wedding took Niagara Falls, etc., and really[...]release from German Our other "internal news" is the return to the P.O.W. camps.[...]military leave John, who was transferred to a New South Wales called in recently and all looked wel[...]ranch before the war, saw service in the Middle Agnew, Sgt. Peter Andrews, L.A.C. Lindsay Caddy, East and New Guinea before being classed as unfit Flyin[...] | |
[...]June 1 9 4 5 period of service in New Guinea he was stationed is our latest recruit to what has become the most | |
[...]wife and infant son have arrived safely in Australia. regret to say, is at present o[...]ig. George Coutts, We have received news that Pilot/Officer Peter A.I.F.[...]m- )06 brightshire, but expects to make his home in Aus- pleted his tour of operations in[...]squadron shortly before V-E Day, and latest news 'wet Mrs. Norma Hughes (nee Fraser) has resigned is to the effect that he is homeward bound. to in order to join her ai[...]d wounded from the islands to the Australian Branch prior to her transfer to Sydney[...]een to who is now a member of the Royal Australian Navy. Sydney on leave. Th[...]and are back on the job. T. M. Moriarty has safely negotiated an appendicec- Able/Seaman Des Agnew successfully under- tomy. Mr. Brian Coll[...]r a few days hear from any service staff, particularly those who back at work he was o[...]enlisted from this office. In this way, news from has been ordered a further[...]Justine Boydell's brother, who held the NEWCASTLE.—Time marches on I VE Day has ra[...]er to Miss Marie Joyce has received news of the death rise again. For then w[...]officers are numbered will be restored to home and girls and their families our most sincere sympathy loved ones. in[...]tulations to Lieut. and Mrs. Leslie Gould hearts have ached for them, and they have been[...]se at a school, Dick is issue, but foremost of them is the return of Ralph enjoying a spot of leave, at the expiration of which Swan to Newcastle Branch, recently discharged from h[...]ischarge from the Army, and and Northern Australia; and, of course, has had has very recent[...]choice of Branch, for we know he regards Newcastle are at an intelligence school at Coogee doing a office and the city and its surroundings as some- Japanese linguist course. We unde[...] | |
[...], needless to say,' enjoyed very the eastern part of Australia, was very popular with much. the[...]lendid work piloting a Now for some local news:— Lancaster over the Ruhr, smashing up oil dumps, We welcome to Newcastle Branch the following: etc., etc. He was most modest about it all, but from Miss E. McInnes, Messrs. D. G. Turner, K. S. some of the thrilling things he related to us we[...]anch. We wish them well, and trust Bob, and heartily congratulate him. their[...]"Broady" went through the Milne Bay and first New regret losing. Guinea campaign as an[...]Bank sure she will have a happy memory of Newcastle. there. We wish them all the best, and[...]sey. He was presented with a travelling News has come through of Pte. Chas. Huby, the[...]tance with the carrying out which speaks for itself. He has been in the fighting of the dances[...]Miss Ruth Seale, who retired at the latter part come off second best, for- he is at present[...]Bay and Soldiers' Point to be exact, come back with Our old friend Jack Jef[...]course, the hard luck tales of the big ones something of the same fighting. JaCk looked fairly that got "off[...]have had a most successful dance run by the Staff | |
[...]ongratulations over, and many thousands of hearts are very much a$ to the Staff[...]Stanfield, whom we sary to "keep the home fires burning" his mantle welcome heartily. We lost Miss Doris House with has fallen on another unfortunate[...]S. regret, to assist her father at home. Cupid took off gies if some of the news is a little belated. )51 Miss Bar[...]ed to her sailor Among the social activities was a Christmas (Sam Crowe), a[...](our worthy Manager, looking very much the part), itb Mr. Pat Barry, who has resigned to[...]nd a convincing air was success in his new venture. lent to t[...]ment tie We received a delightful and newsy letter from a plane appeared on t[...]water he week later were saddened by the news that he was melons. A camp fire[...]occasion the called in passing, from Active Service for well- Mount Morgan staff (100 per cent. attendance) with earned rest. Some who have been away for years their wives and families, who whole-heartedly hunt around for familiar faces, a[...]other occasion, a found the welcome is most sincere. hike was arrange[...]rom June 30th. We can safely Our heartiest congratulations to Cpl. Doug say t[...]y became the proud father of a young, particularly the young to whom she is unfail- da[...]er contemporaries, will miss her Too, and Arthur Fellows, now of Atherton Branch, on his 139 Savings Bank will not be quite the same without recent engagement to a Brisban[...]hers on his for leaving us well and hearty, and we trust she will engagement to an[...]enjoy her leisure immeasurably, and our most lov- and Miss Marion Lucas on her engage[...]and sidesteps neatly to take up the chase activities, has now been posted to Mareeba. Best when the danger is[...]Turner and Mr. Simpson at least be in Australian environs again, and we[...]lad moon spent in Sydney. 91 hearts all those who can come back to the Bank. Our hearty and thankful welcome will not exclude[...] | |
[...]and his wife and family the best of luck in their new We were very pleased to receive a short[...]ed quite the order of the day. Mr. Gavin Including Mr. Bancroft, we have Messrs. Tidswell, Allen was[...]his Ricketts, Bridges and Miller, all on active service, place taken by Mr. R. I. Grimes from[...]o relate our balance went O'Connor; and F. J. Stewart, from Melbourne office, through practically without incident, and it is cer- has been t[...]a relief to leave it behind us The following new officers have been admitted May we t[...]wishes to all members of the staff on active service, Bob Ross, Ralph Morgan, Dick Orr, and John Carter, particularly Messrs. A. I. Robinson and R. J. Fryer, M[...]who has succeeded Mr. Thompson as ECONOMIST'S DEPARTMENT.—We are happy to[...]eived notice of his field Bi anch, and Miss J. E. Newnham, who has been[...]. Fuller, after leaving Canberra, was with us for some weeks office. He also received our congra[...]ay was Miss Joyce We have had visits from Ken Lyons on leave Gilmour. Our best wishes to the bride and groom. from Madang, somewhat leaner, but still has his Among the P.O.W[...]from cheery smile. Also Dick McNeice from somewhere Germany recently was Mrs. Berry's brother, F[...]d occasion to farewell Mr. recess for some time, has reformed, and held a very Gavegan, who left us after a stay of some seven successful dance and card evenin[...](Q.) Branch, where we trust he is happy. At the same time we welcomed HAYMARKET. We are hap[...]that ex-members of Haymarket staff who knew Ken On Friday last, 15th June, Miss Jean Grant will be delighted with the news. proudly displayed a lovely diamond on t[...]Mr. R. K. Beasley and Mr. A. J. G. Denton), in particular, seemed pleased, and J. E. Macken, wh[...]ugh, and in his absence we wounded in action while serving on H.M.A.S. Aus- enjoye[...] | |
[...]November, 1937, and and the United States. remained with us until he joined the R.A.A.F. o[...]in his "Liberator," wIiich crashed in North-west Australia. Ray was an excellent example of and possessed ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT.—We are particularly all the fine qualities which we could wis[...]happy to record the return to duty of Mr. T. F. Australian to have, and the sad news we have Sullivan. As manager of the department and Editor received leaves a blank in our off[...]wish of all who know him. cere sympathy and our practical offer to assist her Mr. A. R. Thomso[...]ce more we regret to record the death of one tional "Advertising" manner to the accompaniment of our[...]Mr. Vernon Lorimer, who has joined the department. Fighting Forces on 2nd June, 1942, has been reported Mr. Lorimer will be remembered as the artist who "Killed in Action" on 30th May, 1945, it is thought beautif[...]timing her arrival whilst Ron was home on leave. Newcomers welcomed to the staff are Mr. R.[...]lanigan and Mr. F. Cook, who was transferred from NewSomewhere in the was having a breather in the Shet[...]s showered with congratulations when he broke the news of his engagement to Miss Mavis L.A.C. Barton is very disappointed that his train- Cro[...] | |
[...]in. Query? Was it zeal or bad judgment in New Guinea. that the last two officers resumed at Por[...]tended to his family. duty, pending fresh posting. Two other mem[...]Cook Dock with the Duke received the sad news of her father's death whilst of Glouceste[...]A.C. Ackland also Bank to look after her household. writes of having reached Tarakan in time to[...]unexpectedly obtained We have had several visits from L.A.C. T. B. leave, and in a matter o[...]as married in a Merry, down from Darwin, with his new posting great whirl of excitement. Many of[...]weeks ago by We are pleased to offer hearty congratulations hastening in one Monday morning,[...](formerly Miss Joyce Hulbert) was one of the most Thummler, representing the Social Club, presented[...]e," and how puzzled he had been when he new-found leisure suits Miss Fraser very well. first came across the nam[...](Extract from "The Clay Products Journal of Australia," from C.C.C. up North, and very soon aft[...]h of diamonds that he had secured her as a life partner before leaving From every Australian who has returned of recent Adelaide.[...]years and has seen England and particularly Lon- We are very grateful to Melbourne for helping don under the blitz, we hear the same story of us out with staff—first they sent us[...]ert every blackout stumble, been in to visit us, including Percy Wills and Ray Nor murmu[...] | |
[...]h. Swan, R. L., Military Leave, to Newcastle. Armitage, J. L., Military Leave, to O[...]aide. Chambers, J. K., Military Leave, to Hobart. POST-WAR PICTURE. Clifton, N. F., Military Leave,[...]start by reading through these circulars issued in[...]Lloyd's Bank Staff Magazine. Englart, R. A., Military Leave, to Albion. | |
[...]YOUTH IS NOT A TIME OF LIFE - IT IS A STATE OF MIND T is not a matter of ripe[...]r—these are the long, long years that bow the heart and turn | |
[...]over and around the spurs of the Dandenongs on its others who had been pounding along the[...]between Ferntree Gully, at the foot of its wake in a stern chase of yards amounting to t[...]ost hamlet with the fragrant bush on its doorsteps. of £72,592 5s 11d, and an average[...]us. But fortunately not all with spoil its charm. On the contrary, it has done much the same Intent. Judged by ordinary standards, the to enhance it. It has brought out the character of toy-like train of the hills appeared to h[...]billowy, wooded hills in the nuances of cosy- its complement from the train which had arrived looking homes which he has fastened to the steep from Melbo[...]snuggeries room for another. A minute before starting time a whose smoke drifts hospitably from their chimney family party stood back and eyed the train with dis-[...]fy hiding-places motif of the Dandenongs is compactness, and as abruptly as they app[...]an average speed of fifty miles an hour. That of its the first three miles whose schedule of travelling unassuming relative of the Hills, even in its most time is half an hour. Belgrave is the K[...]the Dandenongs. It is the largest and the most active On the outward journey the test of stam[...]ce, beginning without any helpful pre- a starting point of scenic tracks and motor routes. liminaries at Ferntree Gully itself where the perma- Then came the fi[...]ardly fair. Should such movements of its clearing. Intervals of the hori- a small engine[...]t, over a track whose chance to recover its wind for the next pull. It grade reaches the sev[...]deep ravine between Belgrave and Selby, and the itself to the job ahead with quiet confidence. It[...]p for water at a sequestrated tank, then. shine, its outskirts climbing the spur opposite the[...]e first time in per- one which we were climbing, its centre set between sonal experiece that[...]d alongside. reached about two miles farther on amid lush green Every coach had its crowd on the footboards, and hills and distant views. Emerald has been well that party on the roof shortened its stay, in all proba- named. And that bulk of[...]is carnival spirit was more rapid, Sometimes in post-war days the broad gauge by far, and the progress[...]were outdone. An in- has established itself so well will regret its passing spired youth climbed to the crow's nest o[...]d absently regarded the train as it passed some day pass from the field of their good energies, | |
[...]nation in international commerce. The only quali-[...]United States we also accepted a policy of non- After the[...]ally wish would be the Government's duty to exert itself to us to follow a course which goe[...]have formally agreed with the United States and could play its part. Those conditions could not be flouts one of the principles of international com- achieved unless private enterprise were willing merce to which the United States Government attach genuinely and regularly to con[...]he Gov- importance and which, as a fact, I believe in our ernment on main lines of policy[...]inking of Monetary Conference, but if the United States, and is a system under which the external value of ster- other countries important in international trade ling was fixed and the[...]ted in such a crude between standing out of international institutions form, we do not propose to return. I have not or taking a leading part in making them work, minced my words about that in Parliament." particularly when they are institutions for economic[...]all private enterprise and turning it into some other war.[...]responsibility. We must all recognise this new nises that countries like our own have to face an partnership and develop it to the full."[...]Bank of England our interest to make that transitional period as short said: "I am frequently as[...]ally, to endeavour while it lasts regain its old financial and industrial leadership. I to d[...]with us. -Bretton Woods is not the National Debt is likely to be about three times as end of the story. Indeed, the success of some parts much as it was at the end of the last[...]her related fields." have its compensations, for if guided aright it will One of the criticisms of the final act was that assist that full employment po[...]committed." arrangements made during the transitional period. "Recovery will also need[...]of that He thought it was doubtful whether in fact the individual initiative, that resourcefulness, and that final act was decisive on this point, but there was[...]and to its greatness." | |
[...]IS, a Public Relations Officer of the Ministry of Post-War Reconstruction.) M HERE has been duri[...]rpose of | |
[...]lready exist in to provide the necessary finance. Some governmen- all States which have been actively engaged in pro- tal financial assistance tow[...]ies, and which are expert in community centres in Australia is often claimed to their own field. Early contact should be made with be both necessary and inevita[...]al with any of the items on the local At the same time the weakness of much of our programme (e.g., day nurseries and kindergartens, present community thinking is that it places too baby health centres, libraries, National Fitness coun- much emphasis on building; it is too physical in its cil, debating societies, etc.). The number and activi- appeal and aim; it is too limited to the child and ties of these bodies differ from State to State, but adolescent. Too many people are trying to do good in come cases they offer partial subsidy. To assist to others by providing book[...]in these preliminary moves, the Ministry of Post- getting architects to design dream centres. It m[...]ults should themselves in the light of its knowledge of existing organisa- read books and that democratic activity cannot be tions. Once a partial community facilities scheme limited to raising[...]om mem- present is to get the best from community activity bership fees, local organisations, l[...]lished, many facilities will be found to be partly or cess is best ensured by concentrating on the[...]ch were being used by district officers from the parts of the country are confident that the people wil[...]is a very substantial structure, take the major part in providing community facili- and the Cit[...]structural alterations to the building at its own a new enterprise, these people and bodies have[...]ss and further agreed to subsidise the activities of the asso- other need, and are working[...]d the The question of staffing is an important con- resourcefulness of ordinary people, leading[...]ish and American experience has workers and educationalists, perceiving the advan- proved that to[...]to society, are beginning to point. Recreational, social and cultural groups must throw their wei[...]ul method of found that where the wrong start has been made in inaugurating local general interest and activity is to this respect great damage has been[...]by experience. Certain training is supplied by some expressions of the same end. From this meeting a *of the bodies[...]l and club facilities, provide a memorandum and articles of association, followed useful nu[...]obtain the initial staff by incorporation under State acts. The best-recog- required. Further staff may be trained at the centre nised practice is to vest the property of the associa- itself, but great care must at all times be exercised[...]ers. section of the community, but to leave the actual man- It would be as well to point out[...]f a president, four vice-presidents, trea- of home-life, but rather to supplement it. Healthy sure[...]ganisation in the of any community, for the home provides the locality. natural sphere for character training, for learning | |
[...]n anticipated. For within a obligation. Home privacy and leisure are as import- very[...]lied to or by a family, youngsters (in sometimes taking their technical and and for a broader communal life beyond the hearth. practical problems to their parents for advice and[...]acquiring munity centre" indicates the part that grouped knowledge and experie[...]play in a neighburhood. It is a centre in most advantageous possession of the adult in the[...]r the mental and physical life solution of actual problems met in with business and of[...]ct a feature of the schools, play an integral part in the whose people are to use it. Sometimes the phrase planning and managem[...]as meaning a com- associated social activities. munity centre. The two terms ar[...]the area school received the active support and par- In thQ choice o[...]nts and citizens, until to-day it it is most important to consider the questions of has becom[...]rict revolve in enor- And in seeking the most suitable site that will satisfy mously increased measure. these questions it will sometimes be found neces- The criticis[...]For example, there emphasis on practical subjects; that cultural educa- may be a site which, because of its position in the tion is subordinated or[...]s position may not be so suitable for attracted by activities which are practical to their other facilities. The posit[...]e peculiar features is not that which is most essential to citizenship. of the locality, and the relative importance of the The important consideration is that these schools vari[...]grouped together in one building or each in its sepa- a keener part in citizen affairs, while at the same rate building on the one side. This spot[...]e community effort; it is the community activity. tangible result of co-operative en[...]uld be accepted that our approach to the itself to attractive grouping. which can be a feature proble[...]on our aim, but here we are specifically activity is that which has grown around the area[...]tion so that recent years by the local Department of Education people will be alive to the problems of society? and modelled somewhat on the lines of English area[...]ms of war and schools.. are now playing a most valuable role in the unemployment?[...]y increasing the extent tricts to provide post-primary education for senior and depths of participation? 1911' boys and girls who customarily[...]as won? which the pupils fi om outlying parts are conveyed The history and the[...]wo-year, super- ditions under which we mostly labour have been primary course is thus[...]for social and public affairs and at the same time impart anyone to realise what was happening. Unc[...]ided with our commercial principles and practice. pre-occupati[...] | |
[...]into unco-ordinated. Town planning is an art and a science—it is not an sprawling towns and cities. The effect upon the abstract or detached body. The local commu- inhabitants is[...]that cannot be found among printed words. To 1 postcards and calendars from overseas will once[...]f England I know of none year she used to send me postcards of the city. I where time and moder[...]death. The Yorkshire, and my affection for that part of England voice of municipal power has dec[...]with me, and I made a vow scores of houses which have leaned crazily across that was never[...]hops of the city, behind me, looked down upon the most beautiful met a man, a Yorkist, who l[...]ul picture postcard that ever came true, the Vale of[...]old houses being pulled down." Everything was compl[...]set among the oak and crumbled mortar. houses as if part of an architect's model, the twin "See that?" he asked. "Till last week that house serrated towers of York Minster, their white ston[...]e had to squeeze turies. There was a town beside its river even against the wall as a cart passed by. before the Romans came. Every stone in almost We turned into a dingy courtyard hung wetly every old house could tell a tale as thrilling as a with a line of washing, where the old houses stood detective story. They have seen much, and[...]dow shaped like an old street lamp, which within its white walls.[...]ner of the yard. "That, sir, There is an old house in the shadow of the is the only rema[...]go. The is now a cake shop—yet, it was in this house that building itself was a monastery once. There's a the first cri[...]rlie Peace, I could tell of the Minster with its huge coloured the murderer, haven't you?" windows and delicately chiselled towers. Its history He gave me no chance of reply,[...]rselves in "That, sir, was the Old Newgate Prison, and that" books. They have been wel[...]them. spirit that holds the very essence of all its history; He was silent for a whil[...] | |
[...]29 round at the crumbling walls. In parts the plaster A door opened' behind us, and lo ! our party | |
[...]of geese and made at least one trip to Manly and its many attrac- swans on migratory flight. A[...]here each ''a seal once rolled past on some mysterious ferry-steamer has individual character, is known by wandering. name to travellers and has its own little whims of If natural wond[...]I take the bump of error. Some skippers emerge from engine-telegraph. There are haughty launches con- the little pilot-house to "take a bow" when things go veying nava[...]onfidently) believes that it all really some giant of the deep waters majestically domi- depe[...]n the responsibility she bore. attracts some, but others prefer a noisy group. For Battleships or cruisers demand our reverence; a brief quarter-hour the ferry is a community. Some corvettes and sloops get cheery greetings, while "regulars" after fifty years on the same run have a across the bay we honour the[...]ant outlines of scrub-covered head- was true to its name. land[...]strident traffic of waters. Each morning brings new cloud forma- the Quay as we move[...]in the future days of peace, overlook two of the most important factors[...]is lucrative titbit which will, I think, play a part in restoring her of which England has a[...]y, in return for the rare and in the competitive post-war world. The fact that bewitching glimpses of her unriv[...]what with bombing and the tremendous growth with new equipment, which is exactly what England of the re-housin[...] | |
[...]now, been considerable, but not to something left there by England's inhabitants for s[...]for left to see, by reason of damage by enemy action the keyword to-day is progress[...]urist really future and forget the past. New towns and better expects in exchange for his m[...]down of scores of historic places dear to the heart I can before attempting to tell of the effect[...]rist. the building of hundreds of thousands of houses Well, it is true that progr[...]dangerous as it is true, for there are beauty; its charm lies in the sense of order and[...]f design that it conveys and in the intimacy of its priceless and permanent value. And the evidence appeal. Most of us are familiar now with aerial photo-[...]places. their city walls intact; the cities have grown, but not Even her vi[...]ppearance, the look of a thing was part of the city wall, and which narrowed the made c[...]ottle-neck, the muni- tially English secret, imparted to every product of cipal authorit[...]And then there is to be considered the activities characteristic which Englishmen have of endowing[...]bliterated because war has and her national monuments and historic places as[...]Of them all, the National Trust is probably the You see, the point I am getting at is this, that most potent of all such instruments, and to under- al[...]of an ageless quiet village to know something of its activities. brooding beside a river, or the breath-t[...]from public appeals, subscriptions and benefactions, and spire is the work of Englishmen, not of[...]which include outright bequests of historic homes Furthermore, even where bombs have fallen,[...]s will come irresis- acquisition by the National Trust of territory or some tibly to stand in places made sacred by her poet[...]h endowment funds. Public benefaction is common- affection to journey to England to[...]qualities that set Then, again, actual re-housing involves to a them above their fell[...]scratching with a stick one day in a new upon the worthless old, and much of what is field[...]only what ought to be eliminated from land and unearthing pieces of : Roman pottery. the public eye. Words almost fail to tell of the thrill I felt, standing Even when municipal activity extends to rural there amid the yellowing corn, holding in my hand areas and new satellite towns are built, the evidence | |
[...]is excessive view of her value full sense of the part beauty plays in the life of the died, sh[...]which provides a home for homeless cats, and a[...]in part to Mohamet's love of cats, and the story[...]ore or But in western countries for some centuries, per- less true. How many of us really[...]ext. The cat seems destined to collect round itself One particularly shameful occasion was that on false sayings, some of which--among them the one whic[...]' the saying arose partly from the neat way in which, But[...], and certain outstanding persons land safely on its feet, and partly from the fact that made a definite stand against such[...]cial order against kitten's life. For this week, sometimes even less, the burning of live cats on St. John's Festival there is an aperture in the heart which allows the bonfires. . blood[...]has always been regarded as is why a kitten's heart may continue to beat even man's most natural companion, the cat, in reality, is after its lungs are saturated.[...]IDOLATROUS ATTENTION. Its brain, according to experts, except in weight and[...]w to size, is uncannily like a human's; its vocal cords history. Three thousand years ago sh[...]similar. This last possibly occurs for the royal state beside the Nile. Revered as partially, purr, ' a sound unique in its way, and clairted by if not wholly divine, she enjoyed a period of some to be a sort of primitive singing, allied to ido[...]bmission of a dog; being and Heliopolis were the most sacred haunts of that more highly or[...]-day to is, with man, one of the most independent things remember its lofty past.[...] | |
[...]31 Isaac Newton, Milton, Byron, Raleigh, nichelieu,[...]ugh the flames | |
[...]une 1945 animal wastes. Millions of tons of the most valuable new professors—the peasants and the pests—the | |
[...]f the Equator. Here I met an American colonel News has been received that F./Officer Adcock[...]addition to visiting the beauty spots, including February, 1945, over Germany, baled out at 500[...]Waikiki Beach and its environs. feet at 400 miles per hour, my chute ju[...]the Australian Government representative (Mr. pital—it was as[...]Howell), who was particularly helpful and obliging. got in had to have three new locomotives; they kept[...]ing from quite gathered around questioning us for some news of[...]he road of approximately nineteen miles Extract from letter from Mr. L. J. Dooling, wa[...]ver told me he erect, and leg room restricted. At some stage during made as much as $100 a night[...]lations; I had no sign of air sickness, nor, in fact, did similar to those operating on the Australian routes. I experience any during the whole trip.[...]being to have break- areas of Arizona into New Mexico and Texas.. Planes fast and cush on. It wa[...]efforts to arrest American officers' mess, and departed at 9 a.m. water erosion—contour p[...]is quite a busy little spot, with numerous Most marvellous. The ceilings were even sound-[...] | |
[...]NO TES Scheduled to make an early start, we arose at 6 oxygen plug, make a dash and p[...]to oxygen lines, etc., mixed. We were almost at | |
[...]late of Sydney. almost sheer walls, and at the foot of these are the Some of our lads had met people ashore here[...]ecent recapture Springs lies in is of the same type. of the place. They, of course, had a ve[...]are having difficulty now in arranging homestead on the Roper River about' every six pass[...]o it was decided weeks, and it is really something to look forward to invite a party out to the ship for the afternoon. to, with its- natural swimming pool and waterfall. Yes[...]at one can stay in it for about fifty people, including twenty or so children, hours on end, and no[...]tuated on the main road, not far from Mata- quarter-deck especially decorated with flags, for[...]nk and rest after a first-hand revision of Australian history. their trip out to the ship, and we[...]a good deal in the groups began to move off; some of the children led General Bank, and fou[...]t. F. A. Cole, late of Adelaide Branch. boys, mostly aged from five to ten, and questions,[...]h you and that the C.S.B. is buns, cakes and tarts that our cooks had performed pressing on[...]id it for us. And there were Force call it). News from home tells of a very dry jelly, ice-cream and soft[...]Well, I don't know who enjoyed the afternoon most, market business a small amount of "no go[...]ll Ithe We told them of our trips and our homes, and bad weather, it seldom rains over[...]rough what intention of getting a flying start towards Far Eastern was undoubtedly a difficu[...]ince, living mean- memories of their visit to Australian ship "Warrego," while on the King's yacht,[...]able to talk to a Chinaman without adding actions. cal tour," doesn't seem long in most respects Throughout this time ou[...]e realise just what war abundance of sporting activities, such as cricket, really is. | |
[...]June 1945 Of a week-end, a party of us change into civilian the Filipin[...]being the losers. That will be something | |
[...]on recently passed amending the Commonwealth Bank Act, the Bank Board will cease to operate as from the[...]e highly efficient work done by the staff—more particularly in the war years when the difficulties we[...]4' its part with unfailing loyalty to both the Institution and to Australia. "I am only too pleased to place this on record as one of my last official | |
[...]BANK NOTES THE NEW CO MONWEALTH BANK ACT-HOW IT WORKS | |
[...]1945 Considered from certain angles the two Acts are issue by any person or State of a bank note or | |
[...]as the Commonwealth the community (including in some in- Bank directs. stances State banks); and (3) Where the Commonwealth Bank is satis- its provisions extend to all the Territories fied such action is necessary in the public of t[...]e the classes of The extent to which the Act applies to State purposes for which banks may o[...]provisions that shall not apply "with respect to State prohibited from investing in certain[...]th Bank's consent. empowers the Commonwealth Parliament to make The requirements enumerat[...]nly laws with respect to "Banking . . . also State to banks, and are, in effect, a continuation of con- banking extending beyond the limits of the State trols made necessary by the exigencies of war. Cer- concerned," reseives to each State Parliament the tain other requirements at present covered by power to make laws with respect to State banking National Security Regulations are also provided for within its own State. in the Banking Act, but for the time being they are The Act prohibits the carrying on, without per- to be continued tinder the National Security Regula- mission, of any banking business in Australia after tions, the corresponding provisions of[...]bruary, 1946, i.e., six months after the com- Act remaining inoperative. These requirements are: mencement of the Act, and provides that, although E[...]of gold acquired. individual or a partnership), any person who desires Control of interest rates. to carry on some banking business, but not the The Act also makes provision for the trading general[...]king, may, in certain cir- banks to submit statements of liabilities and assets, cumstances, obtain exemption. (Such exemptions statements of profit and loss and other statistics, on[...]y, but applica- uniform basis, and for such statements to be sup- tions for exemption may be s[...]It is also provided that banks (other than State the Act commenced have been granted authority to[...]continue—special provision being made in the Act State or State authority (including a local govern- for them to be granted autho[...]t this prohibition is not to operate The Act includes provisions relating to the pro- with[...]the Commonwealth Bank the duty of employing its vided that the Auditor-General is to inv[...]anks are to be subject to the unable to meet its obligations, or about to suspend Treasurer's[...]r section requires each the business or any part of the business carried on; bank to hold in Australia assets of a value at least that banks (excluding savings banks and State banks equivalent to its liabilities to its depositors here. but including the Commonwealth Bank) shall pay The Act then proceeds to impose upon banks, in over[...]ain obligations which claimed moneys accruing, particulars of all amounts may be briefly describ[...]equirements of the future," but the effect of the new Bank's consent.[...] | |
[...]mar School and entered the Bank's service at that capital in[...]the from that point in August, 1940. He the New Guinea Volunteer Rifles in was attached to an operational squad-[...]n prisoner ti3n as a sgt./observer, he was posted ron in Northern Australia and lost his by the Japanese and is presumed to[...]to an operational squadron in England.[...]Lance/Sgt. B. E. Evans— killed in actaction in January, 1942.[...] | |
[...]in air operations. Presumed killed (non-operational flight). presumed killed in air operations.[...]t Wesley College, F/O MacRae was educated at New- F/Sgt. Creber was educated at Can. S[...]tion in Bank's service in Administrative (Actu- the R.A.A.F. from that point in Octo- February, 1939, and enlisted in the ary's Department) in January, 1941. He ber, 1942. After gradua[...]rved for a time with the A.M.F. and Pilot, he was posted to England and 1941. After graduation in[...]he R.A.A.F. in October, served there with an operational a pilot, he was attached to a Spitfire 1942. After graduation in Australia he squadron. He was reported missing Squa[...]nd. He was reported was attached to an operational squad- in air operations over Germany in missing following a non-operational ron in England. He was reported miss- Jan[...]with an operational squadron in India[...] | |
[...]the joining the Bank's staff at Melbourne the State Savings Bank of Western Aus- Queensland Gove[...]woomba, Maryborough, and finally as training in Australia, was attached to where he enlisted in t[...]manager at St. Kilda. He enlisted in an operational squadron in England. At October, 1939, attaini[...]tion in Australia as a pilot, he was at- tached to an operational squadron in[...]attached to an operational squadron[...] | |
[...]while prisoner-of-war. killed in action. presumed killed in air operat[...]cated at Sydney High School, joined bane State High School, joined the joining the Bank's staff[...]b-Inspector's Assistant) before graduation in Australia as a pilot, he (Commando), being taken prisoner a[...]ary, 1942. After training in Australia, he was posted to England and was[...] | |
[...]Flight/Sgt. W. E. Boutcher— killed in action. illness while prisoner-of-[...]ned the ary, 1935, and enlisted in the A.I.F. New South Wales. He was later at- Bank's staf[...]ched to Sydney, Commonwealth Sav- tary's Department), being later trans- was attached to the Far Eastern ings Bank, Sydney, and Hobart ferred to the Relieving Staff. He en- Liaison Section, and was participating branches, enlisting in the A.I.F. fro[...]ied of illness while ported missing in an operational ate Examination of the B.I.A. in 1938. in Japa[...]Sgt. R. W. Hall—died of killed in action.[...] | |
[...]led in air operations. killed (non-operational flight). accidentally killed.[...]May, 1942. He 1942, and after graduation in Australia missing when a Japanese transport was was[...]ssing in a non-opera- as an observer, was posted to the torpedoed in the China Sea in Septem- tional flight in England in October, Midd[...] | |
[...]After graduation as a and after graduating in Australia as a the A.I.F. from Forbes branch and navigator, he was posted to an navigator, was posted to a Beaufighter served with the 2/19 Battalion, being operational squadron in the Middle Squadron in England[...]rmediate Examination cf of arriving back in Australia. Macquarie, N.S.W.[...]navigator in Australia and at the time[...]as posted to England with an operational[...] | |
[...]. in October, 1942. After He graduated in Australia as a sgt./air later attached to a Lancaster Sq[...]ing in Canada as a navigator, gunner, and was posted to an opera- in England. He was reported missing he was posted to a Lancaster Squad- tional squadron in England. He was in air operati[...]Private G. H. Honey— killed in action. HONEY, G. H.—Aged 21, single. Pte. Private N. Warne—killed in action. Hone[...]rving in New Guinea.[...]death in action in February, 1942. | |
[...]f members of the Naval and Military Forces, Royal Australian Air donia, Norfolk Island and to almost every project in Australia.[...]Council. The agencies are come of its policy to give the best possible service conducted on warships, at Naval Depots, in Military to its clients and the public generally, is its Mobile Camps, Air Force Stations, and Allied Work[...]Banking Unit which operates from one of the most cil Camps. Almost four million transactions involv- distant outposts of the Commonwealth, Darwin, ing a turnover of m[...]Council and with Allied Works Council workers to New Cale- Civil Construction Corps p[...]view of the Unit with the Agent at work. 2. Headquarters, Darwin, Northern Territory Branch, its scars of war almost healed and resplendent in a fresh coat of[...] | |
[...]17 tive officers of these bodies have been most co- strong wire grille by way of protection, fitted with | |
[...]BANK NOTES trip started, and it was a very good effort when we[...]he staff with their families roads, a handsome twentieth century structure with | |
[...]Australian Comforts Fund . .[...]Australian Red Cross ..[...]time we sighted Windsor, it was getting on Australian Red Cross P.O.W. Scheme..[...]182 all turned to our starting point, unfortunately a little too Sister Me[...]29 late for a large number of the party to catch the train Sundry Appeals.. ..[...]n hour. However, the male members of the party, at[...]urse, we gather, everybody arrived i1 safely home, tired and hungry, but all content with[...]ated that the fund's activities should continue for Melbourne offi[...]some little time. The balance in hand as at the 30th to to Mr. Lowther, of London office, who made most of ras the arrangements and organised matters[...]on is complete. This will the staff, both Australian and English, who lent a include attendin[...]prisoners of war, particularly any who have received of hand. ral On the Tuesday following, some of the male staff a gruelling time at the h[...]s theatres which are included in the above statement, have in London nowadays start at 6.30 p.m. and late been made to th[...]out:— )rl' transport is conspicuous by its absence, the meal erg had to be taken immediately on leaving the Bank. Australian Comforts Fund • •[...]£300 The party assembled, therefore, in a private room Australian Red Cross .. ion[...]two minutes, as it was now getting time National Defence League Club for Service- re•[...].• •• •• for us to depart) by Mr. Dooling, who thanked Mr.[...].. . 30 Lowther on behalf of the Australian contingent and Y.W.C.A. Open House.. .. . 30 himself, but stated he would make no alterations in[...]rcels is well illustrated by the following statement of total have been forwarded to the staff[...]The committee has expressed its deep apprecia- REC[...]. . 46 its thanks to those who so willingly assisted from[...]£7,484 officers on active service. | |
[...]Sept.-Dec. 194', NEWS FROM THE 3 /6\\ CHES ADELAIDE.--Cupid[...]gland to escape the | |
[...]bride has invited all the members to an "at home" at her contracted scarlet fever, so he was allowed to post- residence at Glenelg for the final meeting. pone his departure. Congratulations to D. M. Cameron,[...]more of our staff on military service. All were most sickness (in company with many others), wh[...]more. missing over Stuttgart, Germany, on 29th January We've had two disappointments with returning last, is now stated to have lost his life on that date. staff[...]before the Pte. A. W. Jeffrey was killed in action at Tarakan war was our champion table t[...]lerton and Captain to "Intelligence" Headquarters for some years, came A. W. Thomas in the news that they have been in to say he w[...]ny, have giving us this surprising item of news, he proceeded returned home and now appear to be well. to tell us that[...]h' band in Sydney, to assist in the hunt for a house, for the purpose of ferrying planes from Sa[...]to Flight/Lieut. S. P. Kelly on in their home in New Guinea. Miss Shirley Mc- his engagemen[...], are leaving proceeding to Japan to take part in the occupation. shortly. Mr. N. R. Fis[...]ary. Leave this quarter, and we assure them and all offi-[...]clerk in G.B'.D. during the war years) on a most hearty welcome. arrival of a daughter. During the quarter one of our most popular We regret that Mr. Mason, of[...]st. Martin. An energetic committee has embarke[...]. afternoon tea and farewell party. The No. 3 Group of the Figh[...] | |
[...]oolness under fire, and of his unfailing good spirits, To the relatives and friends of Miss V. R. T[...]experience; Tom Beard, who returned some months ago from and to Messrs. W. E. Snowdon, K.[...]in the Bank. Jeff Howard, also from the offer a hearty welcome R.A.[...]a son. From further ALBURY.—We have had many visits from members afield, we have received news from Flying /Officer of the staff who wer[...]tor's patience if we tried was leaving for home, at short notice; allowing for to mention them al[...]culties, and possible delays at the port all been most welcome, and we hope that they will of embarkation, he expected to reach Hobart early in come again. October. For some months he had been attached We were indeed pleased to welcome home from to the Ceylon Air Forces, R.A.F.,[...]ow picking up the threads of the in Burma. Some of his former flights, however, were Bank's new systems. Good luck, Hal. no[...]Nancy O'Neill, our "switchboard operator ately if somewhat strenuously. He was replaced by had a[...]D. J. Russell, our General Bank Teller, sprang State Treasury Department. a surprise on us in June last when he resign[...]Mrs. Rita Brooks. Joining the staff as Miss Newbon Mr. Ern. Beatty has also left us, and in t[...]has now left us to assume We extend a very hearty welcome to Mr. T. J. her domestic respo[...]after two years' service liked by all who knew her, Mrs. Brooks possessed with the R.A.A.F. We a[...]ith Gifford caused quite a deal of excite- departure, the girls presented her, on our behalf , ment[...]diamond with a china dinner service—a new and strange ring on her third finger.[...], and all the girls were present. During their HOBART. VP Day rejoicing received a severe set-[...], but when we could back a few days later, in the news of the reported almost bear it no longer they returned, all having death[...]d with advised that on interrogration of a former Australian a beautiful bouquet of flowers, "from the gi[...]tumultuous joy by the recipient, who departed transport driver, during the few days in 1941 w[...]ying both presents —one, we assumed, to be recruits aged over forty years were accepted for th[...] | |
[...]f, we wish to the R.A.A.F.) returned to Australia in October, after express the appreciation that is felt of the Bank's almost exactly two years' absence, having circled action in admitting temporary typistes to the staff. It the globe. Having spent something over a year in is regarded as a fitting rewa[...]dron/Leader R.A.F., and made many operational flights over the I. R. Cox, and Lieut./Colonel S.[...]layan area. Sergt. L. B. Wynne, R.A.AF., is in Hobart at present, None of our men in the Nav[...]early and earlier we saw Sergt. R. W. Cox, of the same release, most of them being far from these shores, in service,[...]h us for the Peace Cele- present in Hobart on leave, and Geoff Johnson is brations; he is at[...]the R.A.N., and is now stationed at Hobart. While[...]s with the Royal Navy he was in small craft in HOBART.—Since September several of our men the English Channel, and later, in the same type of from the Forces have resumed, and are bac[...]busy time was spent entertaining our rescued New Guinea. Dave Richard, who was a flying,'[...]ficer in the P..A.A.F., was stationed in various parts Now that Max has returned, the only member of of Australia, and his service included operational our staff in England is Flight/Lieut. P[...]m the Darwin area. Tom Beard, of the News was recently received of his appointment to same service, returned to Australia early this year the position of flying t[...]ds Section in London. Panama, and returned by the same route, but was Our Manager (Mr. F. W. Cunningham) is at given a fortnight's leave in New York on the out- present on sick leave, having had the misfortune to ward journey (from Australia). Bert Wynn was not sustain a splinte[...]During his absence we have with us Mr. Arthur of the Bank at this office, was at the time of[...]ilities, however, Mr. Cunningham attended the was somewhat varied. Having been with the A.I.F.[...]ilcock of the Classification Committee. return to Australia, being sergeant/pilot at the time[...]only prisoner to be resuming with us early in the New Year. Jeff of war in Japanese hands. Un[...]listed in the R.A.A.F., at the beginning news has been confirmed, as Mrs. Ferris, who i[...]quadron/leader staying with friends in Hobart, has been informed on the administrative side, hi[...]general debility at Sandakan, risby, who was for some years in the Northern Ter- Borneo, in M[...]. Since our last appearance in "Bank learned something of the language in his spare time N[...]med trousers." before the end of the year, and be home some time We wish to welcome Miss E. D.[...]as transferred to our office about a resume at Hobart is Mr. G. K. Drake, formerly of month ago. Launceston Branch. He served in an artillery unit Miss Foran, after[...] | |
[...]. We bid Doug Haigh missed by us all. a hearty welcome.[...]e were honoured by the presence of Mr. and in his new sphere. Mrs[...]t officer and forward to seeing them again on some future his marriage to an English girl.[...]service with the R.A.A.F. ROCKHAMPTON.—News has just been received[...]Pilot/Officer Lindsay Withers has just arrived in Australia. Welcome home, Lindsay. "Hullo" on several occasions. A very pleasant tea party was enjoyed by the Christmas and New Year wishes are extended to[...]so of con- all hat they wish for in their new surroundings. gratulating Corp. Chisholm Armitage[...]ughes, of Thomson's accident at Tarakan some weeks ago, but Cairns.[...]who have stayed Noel Lewis, who paid us short visits whilst on leave behind we would wish to exten[...]We have had visits from Captain Ian McGregor, A once familiar fa[...]in his home town; W./O. A. C. Banks, looking fit, fi Mrs. Je[...]who had. a busy time renewing old a cquaintances;[...]staff can recol- interest him in the Miss Australia competition -- lect when Goulburn last appeared i[...]ba entrants; and Gunner so we consider it is time something was done about Alan McNevin, who is looking forward to some lazy it. The third of a series of social function[...]from Miss Beverley McNevin, also of this in their new surroundings. Mr. Speechley's con- office, and we were most anxious to see the lucky | |
[...]all Brisbane office are extended for their Newcastle. happiness in the future.[...]terest Germany, found the southern girls more attractive at Melbourne office in that grand mora[...]hern sisters, and married Miss Pat game—Australian Rules football. (Sydneysiders Phelan, of Sydney[...]ote that correspondence will not be entered our heartiest congratulations, and are looking for- i[...]First of our released P.O.W.'s to return home was Sgt. George Shaw is also looking remarkab[...]selected to join the British Army in India. No news greetings for the festive season and brig[...]rom Brendan, though Rex writes to follow with the New Year. of many fine "do's" in Calcutta, including a cocktail Quite a lot of interest was taken in the return party given by the Governor of Bengal (Mr. R. G. crick[...]Mr. Fred Stewart was transferred to Rockhampton for the latter, an[...]some months ago, his post being taken by Mr. F. G. hands in the office the[...]ng forward to the match to be in their new centres of activity. From General Bank played by the married v.[...]Two of our most popular and efficient young[...]cently was Radio/Officer A. M. 0. Atkin- party was held in their honour, but unfortunately son,[...]ff of the Commonwealth Doreen Stewart left us to be married, and we Savings Bank, Sydne[...]Bradbury, and as well as all the other departments which the war two other members of this offi[...]It is with great joy that we welcome back home followed by Daphne Belcher, who is shortly to be[...]e. for some time, so his return deserves a double men- A r[...]elease he was married in was held recently at the home of Mrs. Lee, the England. Ron McGregor[...]cNamara and Val Anderson, organised the function. Some thirty were Moyle, are back from Bo[...] | |
[...]This is the conclusion of the Melbourne news, unions of those who have been parted for so long but before we retire we wis[...]staff a very happy Christmas and a prosperous New his return from England, and we offer our congrat[...]Jim Robertson early Just previous to the news of Brian's death we had next year), Joyce Laussen, Betty Malcolm and Betty long and newsy letters from him telling of his mar- War[...]are very glad to wel- Max Norris back in Australia on the same day, and come all these Servicemen home. we were delighted to se[...]very proud of him and his for those resuming Bank activities. The idea met D.F.C., and were sad[...]E. Ryan to the and it was made the occasion of a party in the ward, staff, and wish them every succ[...]e of which Ralph was presented extend hearty good wishes to Phyl Douglas on her with a clock[...]BRISBANE SAVINGS BANK.— Savings Bank, Bris- most of us as the capable "Voice" on the switch-[...]once again after her so- rate possibly have something to do with the in- journ in Adelaide. We wer[...]to have creased business of the O.B. Department and the Miss Dorothy Creagh, of Perth office, with us for a Bullring; whatever it is, both departments are kept short time.[...]ram (Audit Staff), the interest of the staff at heart, and Sydney's gain[...]Mrs. Howard and Mrs. Bartlett have left us to Our Manager (Mr. S. J. W[...]estic duties. Maureen Durston resigned absent for some time, is reported to be making good to join[...]he meantime we are very glad to luck. Mr. Arthur Cartwright resigned after long ser- have Mr. Pitcher w[...]r We welcome Misses Clayton and Geater from activities of late. Our Victory Ball was a wonderful[...]is will be also welcome Barney Handyside from active service our Christmas party. A tennis tournament proved and[...] | |
[...]esults plans are being made for another party. Os' were:—General Bank, first innings, 11[...]to look after the household, following the loss of Staff danc[...]of any tea for her, at which the staff said its official farewell. 'had specific fund. Ov[...]ed them to run a Christmas Ball on utmost to make the day as bright as possible. The[...]ris- and they hold high expectations 'for its success. As bane Water, and its old stone walls give an added d[...]beauty to the scene. Nothing of its charm was lost those who organised these[...]em our congratulations for by the bridal party, which rather added grace to the[...]ical appearances, and submit the follow- NEWCASTLE.—During the interval since last issue go[...]icers who have per ing jottings: During the quarter we have had visits from----L.A.C. John Weldon, now discharge[...]ment to Mr. John Stevens. his partner being Miss Rosamund Holmes; Sub- Lieut[...]A .S. We welcomed the following newcomers to our Arunta." All were in good spirits and looked fit staff, namely, Miss E. M.[...]try one best wishes for happy days at Newcastle.[...]old while awaiting his sailing orders for home. We deeply regret to learn that no news has been comrades in Ken Bong, Bo[...]heard of Pilot/Officer Colin Hunt (who was posted Brown and Roy Speargold, all of the A[...]his people Northcott, R.A.A.F., and visits from Don Swan, Don[...]ack Street decided it was time to hold a party. Miss NEWCASTLE. Since writing our notes which in[...] | |
[...]Se Cleaver, of Newcastle West Branch, and at present "only" had to work from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m.—most serving in the R.A.N. Congratulations to both th[...]best wishes for their future; also Will Duncan, newly Sorry to hear Grant Herron, who went fro[...]to herself a husband, and is who are still posted in Borneo and other distant now Mrs. Morley. Congrats., Joy, and all the best. parts. A suitable gift was presented to her, which car[...]xtended to Mr. J. H. with it our best wishes; the same was the order of H. Dalgarno in the loss o[...]Our dances are still meeting with great success, Newton to Hamilton were farewelled. Two nice[...]best wishes for 1946. Appeal was held at Blackall House, arranged by Mr. Neate, who deserved great praise[...]pro- SAVINGS BANK, SYDNEY.--In the latter part of gramme arranged. Mr. C. Shirley, on behalf of[...]The Manager (Mr. R. M. Jones) con- thanks to the artists, particularly the visiting ones, veyed our best wish[...]of charge. Our own staff an informal party on the fourth floor, where she members who rende[...]e much missed from Salter, of the Bank of N.S.W., Newcastle, was chosen the many activities with which she was connected as "Miss Bank[...]ave and in which she worked so wholeheartedly. On our own choice, Miss Mavis Harvey, select[...]he Savings Bank and at Head Office. pore, the sad news not coming to hand until the He[...]tly. N'orm was with us for proved herself most capable. Miss Booth responded some years prior to transfer to Head Office. Our[...]our old friend Norman decorated with home-grown sweet peas, and were died a hero's d[...] | |
[...]The strain Mr. Latham and Mr. Aikins. There were some of the busy lunch hours has been eased somewhat marrieds" too. Mrs. Greenfield. (Connie McBr[...]ead Office Oxenbould). Miss 0. R. Harborne played some staff have come to our assistance.[...]r Jimmy Power It gave us great satisfaction to welcome the fol- kept the young people going with some good lowing ex-P.O.W. 's upon thei[...]iam), Sgt. H. V. Neely, A.I.F. we regret their departure. We wish them every (Korea), S./Sg[...]ck, R.A.A.F. upon an outdoor occupation of less exacting nature. (Germany). The Manager made a pr[...]Paul and R. Mulholland, both ex-A.I.F., are tem- active service. It is good to have them with us.[...]is Pte. Edward McL. Bailey, A.I.F., at present in New[...]SYDNEY.—Warm praise of Mr. A. her home in Mackay (Q.). J. Warren was expressed by our Ma[...]he arrival of a son. Mrs. Warren had been an exceptionally good officer; McGregor was better kn[...]ness; to Miss H. Green and Miss B. Barber, who departure of Mr. Warren. Throughout our long[...] | |
[...]of war in Germany. His plane was shot On the home front there have been a number of down over Stuttgart, and only two of his crew man- staff changes.[...]taking up duties at is at present enjoying some well-earned leave. Broken Hill a couple of years[...](Bonds and GENERAL BANK, SYDNEY. In these post-war Stock Administrative and Advertising Depart- days the life of the average civili[...]Army, has been transferred to Mayfield, newly-discharged Servicemen for a four weeks' and ot[...]asons, the result is that School, Advertising Department and Secretary's our staff shortage is as acute as ever. However , Department respectively). We wish them all the[...]to the old saying, "There's a good best in their new spheres. time comi[...]various Branches are: Messrs. not in time to see action. Hugh Bowman, B[...]iver, Kevin we understand that he is happy in his new work. O'Rourke., Cecil Turner, Jack Vin[...], Flying/Officer Ross Pearson, R.A.A.F., arrived home after two By the time this issue is[...]Manager. however, was only a scrap of news ! She was mar-[...]staff, has joined the Overseas Department. Mr. home in Darwin. Our best wishes to both.[...]Bruce Dixon, who was in the Overseas Department A party was given to Miss Lottie Billie in the pri[...]mer Hill Branch, has also joined and whilst they partook of afternoon tea various Sydney offic[...]daberg and Perth presented Miss Billie with a handsome black patent- leather handbag.[...]trial Finance Department in the capacity of Valuer, L.A.C. Alan Sw[...]gone to Flinders Street (Stores Department) and Sub/Lieut. Peter Sturges, R.A.N., h[...]Mr. E. W. Parsons, who some time ago relin- Whilst in the Indian Ocean[...] | |
[...]of them are for back in '39, and left Australia for overseas service reasons other than marriage.[...]ere married shortly afterwards, and are living in New The sudden death of Miss Evelyn W[...]ng/Officer the fall of Singapore, and for some time was in _Paul Wilkinson, R.A.A.F., returned f[...]home. Flying/Officer Robert Allan, R.A.A.F., h[...]r him and his fiancee„ returned on the same ship. He was previously on[...]s who have been serving of December to be married some time in January. in England have arrived home, and we have been Mrs. Joyce Branch has a[...]Our best wishes go to all the staff including those Sydney office for a few years, and later t[...]be discharged from brighter and happier New Year. And may we say a the Air Force in the near[...]in staff activities. turned from England, and formerly on t[...]rick Ardill; and our staff, as a result of activities over Europe with the Miss Peggy Brooks,[...], to W./O. Laurence Leask, presses its deepest sympathy. R.A.A.F., a Sydney office-ite[...]the A.I.F., who has been serving in New Guinea. And so we take this opportunity t[...]that this capable officer has these people our most hearty congratulations and celebrated her marr[...]from time to time to of November. Eye witnesses state that he had done renew old friendships. | |
[...]ring the past few months we service, has returned home after three years with the have seen many cha[...]garah will be a very happy one. In his spheres of activity. place[...]As we had not been in print since party was held in the Manager's residence to wel- Mr.[...]ather-eye, or rather Molong. Mr. McPhee, in a characteristic farewell should we say, ear, on t[...]ock he announced the arrival of a small ment. We knew that Mr. Thorley was reluctant to daughter "Sandra," which makes a pigeon pair. accept any parting token, but the girls here broke Congrat[...]Delahunt list, Launceston is back in the news again. It was and her family. Her brother[...]miss- with great interest that we received news of the ing in air operations in the north[...]- place since our last appearance in these pages; some quently transferred to our Burnie Branch, from where appointments causing heartfelt congratulations all he enlisted in 194[...]ne especially being tinged with regret tional tour in New Guinea, Doug, who was then namely, the loss of our very popular Accountant posted as navigator to an English bomber squadron, (Mr. L. G. Hall) to the Chief Accountant's Department. is now back in Australia after thirty-six flights over[...]ful stumbling on. In all parties and classes there are adopt, and hope she will[...]ing bells for Miss Elaine Tindale rang on some who are moving towards some great end. Saturday, 29th September.[...]Miss Eileen M. Moore to Pte. Trevor as to some distant music and obey some impulse Riley, A.I.F. Best wishes, Eileen[...] | |
[...]41 Dec. 1945 Extract from letter from L./Sgt. N. A. Wilkins, late[...]us up in several things. | |
[...]photographs of Old Jewry home of Sir Robert Clayton, an outstanding Lord I sp[...]a great deal more could be happened to countless homes and offices of London written about this old street and its inhabitants. So, during the period of the flying-[...]ures are now pub- recently added some not unworthy pages, lished for the first time it[...]sement was massively strengthened to make it the wartime experience of London Office before it[...]ally caused us considerable working incon- one of its most famous spots, has participated, it venience, but in a somewhat inconvenient war, we may be fairly claimed, i[...]troubles. years are but an addition to a tale sometimes gay, For those who remained on British terra firma sometimes grim, which reaches right back to the the war was a deceptively slow starter. The winter thirteenth century. Then, Old Jewr[...]discomfort than un- of medieval London, witnessed some of the worst usually heavy s[...]that days of Charles II., No. 8 Old Jewry was the stately the weather at any rate[...] | |
[...]f the Office which was nearest to the point of impact A GLIMPSE OF OLD JEWRY through the "window" of[...]were blown out. of the flyin g bomb. Interior partitions of glass rigorous. By May, 1940, an unusu[...]over and above all that, the good | |
[...]Sept.—Dec. 1945 Mansion House and the National Provincial Bank, an interest; as I heard it humorously put, "Why, almost | |
[...]had been heard too often for peace shrilled almost immediately, and I went inside. The of min[...]sturbing thought that very likely another ofimpact was a bit further up the street on a block than I, flown post-haste from Sydney, would be of old offices, but[...]ight have happened still carries on with its work, not unmindful of the had the staff been a[...]DUCKS FED ON SNAILS SAVED LIVES. somebody else's flag-pole lay there amidst the bits (With acknowledgment to "Sydney Morni[...]medical officers. Whether anyone was actually killed I was never The farm wa[...]Ian Alexan- able to find out, but at the headquarters of the City of der McGregor, of Campbell Street, Toowoomba (Q.), London Police some had been injured, and there a staff[...]force. I am glad likely to be very bad, Australian officers discussed to say she is making a reco[...]eckoned that each prisoner could The Bank's housekeeper will, I hope, forgive me contribute[...]rse of a desperate to feed the fowls. Australian officers subscribed Jump he took from the roof[...]cholera. The second and third lots met the same though not structurally serious. Plaster, glass,[...]where amidst great con- Finally every Australian working party made it its gestion and discomfort the staff carried on with[...]sleep with the ducks every night. damp, but after some days temporary window TJTD eggs really proved of value when parties of boards once again kept out most of the wind. Our prisoners who had been sent to work on the Siam- spirits rose, even though it meant working again, as[...]rned. They were in terrible con- in 1940-41, in a somewhat gloomy atmosphere. dition and[...]damage from those terrifying mis- the Australian privates who assisted him. Despite siles, even though the gigantic thump and shattering the fact that they were always hungry, only one egg[...] | |
[...]l Servicemen in October last year has now taken practical form, and the training scheme is in operation[...]ison Officer. process of training in the various States The preparation of the course of training in[...]e Greig Smith), and Perth (Mr. T. C. Morell) were actu- procedure to equip an officer with confide[...]most senior men appre-[...]same time fill the bill[...]practical, for each stu-[...] | |
[...]provided with actual[...]cash and the transactions[...]the transactions which[...]practically everything[...]of fact, there is a much[...]actions carried through[...]divided into groups to enlisted from New South Wales, and it is conceiv- . integrate the[...]nd carry through three days' trans- capitals, the division into classes of, not exceeding, actions in the Savings Bank. Similarly, as Teller,[...]r the teams deal with class permits of a fairly high proportion of personal three days' work in General Bank routine, including tuition. treatment of Inward Remitt[...]nce Accounts and Private Accounts ledgers are extracted and balanced. In the final week the[...] | |
[...]The materials used in turers for additional reading, and which are fre- the training classes,[...]ult to find. Officers at country Branches are the same as that found in the Branches. The in- will be supplied with any of the Text Books by post, structors are all ex-Servicemen of this war, and[...]e posi- ness which is basic to the philosophy of Australian tion, however, should show signs of easi[...]inance is the value of the curriculum, have been most enthu- available under the Officers' Homes Advance siastic in their approach to the traini[...]s, but officers have the common aim of a home. learning all that they can to take up their ca[...]e gathered in the pleasure. The course is not exacting, for ample dining room for a musica[...]f fifty minutes' duration and ten minutes the actual activities of the society, and mentioned between e[...]nt "time for a " (we that although this was its initial performance, it was dare not put a "bu[...]o specially Bank, and Bonds and Stock Departments, with a few selected Branches where they[...]fusion" of the work-a-day world. At Department). Six songs were rendered in three the Bra[...]appointed, and it will recitations. be part of their duty to visit Servicemen at their[...]Faculties of Economics and Com- ances. New members will be most welcome, espeT merce at the several Universi[...]sbane and Perth. It is hoped and Stock Department) will willingly s | |
[...]Phillips, B. T., Lieut., Young. Carter, W. A., Captain, Hurstville.[...]und) With the ushering in of a new era of peace, Central Banking and[...]for those for an Industrial Finance Department and for the grant- | |
[...]vember, 1945. Once again I have to is made in the Act for a Board of Directors, the thank t[...]in the position once Ger- from manual to machine posting of "Special Ac- many and Japan w[...]. The change involves the queues—particularly in the wintry weather now preparation of[...]e selection in the there are distinct advantages, including reconcilia- menus in the restaurants. Australia's generosity in tion of Branch and Registry balan[...]of parcels to Britain has received mucn each transaction. The £85,000,000 Fourth Victory[...]rs. Loan was the first to be dealt with under the new The London staff is surprisingly[...]don staff. period, particularly during the last three years, are gradua[...]small committee here arranged a Christmas party naturally mean continuance of food rationing,[...]laxation in clothes rationing. The building of homes The banking chamber had been decorated with appears to be our most pressing need, and efforts flags and bu[...]zero hour). There was a Christmas tree to this most urgent work to meet the demands of wit[...]r the course, it was the first party for most of them-- despatch of parcels of foodstuffs to o[...]z conditions. staff desire to thank the staff in Australia for the But they soon became normal. Inc[...]effect that it is the least we can do to show in some somehow to load the tables with appropriate dishes ta[...]war peace days. That is why I mentioned the party and of the self-sacrifice of those in Britain i[...]making the meagre supplies. It is a matter of particular interest, supper possible. You[...] | |
[...]'s to learn that he has passed with honours the practi- plenty of swimming naturally enough. The days cal examination in the Art of Speech set by the are fairly hot, bu[...]my regards to any of my friends in this success, particularly as the standard of the ex- Adelaide s[...]N. A. Harris, late of Adelaide Branch. that benefits will accrue to them also, as the presi- O[...]participated in three island assaults—Panay, Negros,[...], however, is being held came into the news, so they had me doing funny Open as we wi[...]ation. I wasn't sorry when that On arriving "home" the other day from the phase was over[...]nei Bay and Balikpapan operations, I found your News" letter awaiting me, together with a lett[...]increment. Both missives borong; sent them home, and the family couldn't[...]see my interest in such "gruesome weapons." were very welcome. I have been wit[...]ound them held up the tradition very satisfactorily. very hospitable and likeable people, but th[...]Then the Nip decided to cave in, so Eighth is somewhat different from ours, and it takes a[...]pan I are large modern stone buildings, and apart from managed two periods and had a most interesting gaps here and there they s[...]es wide, which the natives apply about 1,000 Australian. The bulk of our lads were with incredibl[...] | |
[...]find yourself blinking rather hard on occasions. Most cartoons. Then we have some beer, ice-cream, deck of them are fairly well, bu[...]nds nice, don't let it get direct army influence. Some civilians apparently you in, anybody[...], but did help the lads on occasions. Most important of all, however, is that some- The women were in the main helpful, too. They where ashore there is probably some mail waiting speak fairly well of the kids, but t[...]d what-nots, and period. One can usually pick an Australian even saw Darby Johns not so long ag[...]w good it was to Notes" and the News Letter with all the Adelaide speak to someone who had not been in captivity. news and gossip. I hope so. "Scran's on," so i[...].O.W.'s are now considered recovered. Japan is a most orderly fertile countryside, more like a[...]den than anything else, with every patch growing something. Further out one comes We[...]" issued as one were quite close to Mt. Fuji the national pimple. composite number for o[...]We sincerely regret the lateness of their—or its? However, it's hard to tell what they think. One[...]ly congestion of work in the printing houses would well; round the town areas there is great[...]mit, we publish this double number for the pur- some wretched sights.[...]y has been giving us a pretty good hot news in September were, five months later—oh[...]Well, at least we have got back into step again, most popular probably being pictures on the[...], therefore, that it is already time for been to Australia, and are supported by shorts and the sending in of March contributions. ADDITIONAL MEMBERS OF THE BANK STAFF WHO ARE | |
[...]became a partner in a tobacco firm,[...]Defence Department availed itself of Sir Claude s services, particularly in •[...]connection with the Department's[...]ude, who was a keen sport and who had represented New South Wales at both tennis and golf, took a major part in promoting youth welfare. As members of the sta[...]l and president of the Boy Scouts' Association of New South Wales. Another interest of Sir Claude's was[...]ly his Majesty made him a Knight Commander of the Most Distinguished Order of Saint Michael and Saint Ge[...]Claude's efforts as Chairman of the Bank Board, particularly through the recent war years, are[...] | |
[...]he Bank's staff at He trained as a pilot, and was posted Sydney, when he enlisted in the R.A.N. Sydney in June, 1940, and enlisted in the to an operational squadron in England. in September, 1939. He w[...]ns over Germany in March, 1945. theatre almost the whole of his service, to an operational squadron in England ,[...]n was educated at Hurl- killed on an operational flight.[...]graduating in Australia as a pilot was posted to a Lancaster squadron in Eng-[...]on an operational flight over Germany[...] | |
[...]f her stern; advertising kites proclaiming the merits the bay ahead. It spread away into the distan[...]a vast sheet of aluminium, in a heat haze that almost blur of a nor'-easter. There would be races at[...]ed a crop of depress- Victoria playing the home side in the Sheffield ing Bluestone boulders[...]had been sweeping the timbered hills of a newcomer should know. Then, having delivered the[...]elltown areas to the north-east himself of most of them, he sounded a note of warn- of Melbou[...]hreadbare lawns that were unworthy of for somewhere to settle make sure that you don't Melbo[...]stay in it on Sunday. Get away from it—somewhere that would not come.[...]idential Sunday in. picture which shows the heart of a certain Scottish Victoria. The morrow wa[...]51 years before, of charity. Captain Arthur Phillip at a spot whose name was to[...]spection in the circumstances was least I knew that it had a foundation of honesty, for pard[...]those who this. The scene about me faded, and its place was look upon a city on Sunday as a heartless, unsympa- taken by a picture of double tr[...]om the banking crescent to present at least some of those features and man-[...]and which, partly through what[...]posed with its roomy sedan[...]Let the starting point be Mel-[...]East Melbourne. Its position[...] | |
[...]photo PARLIAMENT HOUSE.[...]St. Patrick's Cathedral. the road, lie athwart other streets with shady pave- Near[...]border of the Fitzroy Gardens ments and secluded homes. Modern flats rub there is a[...]a fides there was a certain amount memories of Hobart with their spotless doorsteps of pu[...]nockers. East Melbourne wears the its arrival from England some eleven years ago. air of unimpeachable tidiness made easier for it by Even now its authenticity does not seem conclusive, ridg[...]ign southern side of East Melbourne, there is the most inconspicuous historic building that I have ever seen. It is Victoria's first Gov- ernment House. The gateway supports a tablet bearing the[...]intendent, 2nd October, 1839, and Governor of the State of Victoria, 15th July, 1851 to 1854.'1[...]rV Not far away from the old Government House is an almost complete circle of lofty pavilions enclosing an[...]to history of another sort. What a team of stalwarts there is to file through the gate and t[...] | |
[...]Cathedral and Parliament House. The value of this[...]statue—takes its place, has doubtless been lost upon[...]counterpart in the Australian capitals. The three[...]Parliament House we can hardly do so without ci ire 3[...]with its delicately terraced steps ascending to the[...]eminence of Eastern Hill Australia's first Federal Prince's Bridge by Night--Spires of St. Paul's Cathedral Parliament House—deserved the assurance of some- in back[...]encroachment has been dge; suggestive of its intimate association with a great na[...]Whether, then, this was or was not the home of a itt man who meant so much to Australia, "Captain[...]djunct to the culti- vated beauty of its setting. Melbourne reaches the climax of its civic dignity in its easterly quarter. Leaving the Treasury Gar- dens we[...]e is the block of Com- monwealth and State Government buildings, im-[...]is the Hotel Windsor, whose facade is the most imposing of all of Melbourne's hotels. And it is surely something more than mere convenience of lo[...]Adam Lindsay Gordon will give us the most effec- tive angle—and assimi[...] | |
[...]ail at the western end of the town to sandbag the new arrival when he steps out of the Spirit of Pro- g[...]of Melbourne's medical profession, is one of the most charming city streets in this country. And it goe[...]Collins, Elizabeth, Swan- out their patrons. The same may be said of the ston and Flinders Streets, all have their crowded steps of the Post Office at the corner of Bourke pavements[...]t question be culpable again if you refer to that post office as its full value would be to risk censure on the count[...]eps of face it with only the positive. The Art Gallery, the Post Office have provided the answer for the Museum, and Public Library, incorporated in one legions who have assumed them as a tempting spot stately building, all receive many visitors. What for a[...]wanston Streets in the muddle of tower givee out its reminder of the movement of that occas[...]rner of the time, and then goes quaintly through its repertoire Prince's Bridge Hotel, better known with a certain of melodies. But the scene on the Post Office steps, amount of curious glamour as[...]o of the facility and you will account for most of them. The railway of convenient stonework in the sharpening of pocket stations on[...]ne of the noble rewards of imagination and Street Post Office is unique. I have heard it follow energy which have combined in the transformation its hourly chime and strike with "Auld Lang Syne,"[...]tamps to the jangle Prince's Bridge with its steady human stream of "Rule Britannia." By the time I reached the coun- wending its way to Alexandra Avenue and the Gar- ter my wish[...]e the stamps, dens. Prince's Bridge, with its landing stages, where and with them I sought inf[...]and white-topped both were provided with an additional something caps press for the patronag[...] | |
[...]Botanical Gardens, and as Melbourne takes its music hurricanes. I have descended the steps[...]ducted by Hector Crawford, with assisting artists and a full dance band " An audience was l[...]ra. And Melbourne, whose love of music of the Post Office steps. sta[...]f the and the curtained platform remains in its place Yarra requires the stimulant of community singing throughout the season. almost without respite, At the outbreak of the[...]hastening. There are Second World War and for some time after it, excur- not many left to be f[...]el. with accom- stage, and from our rug in its shade we shall be in a modation for about 2,0[...]work of the strings. large fleet of steamers, including the famous veteran The scene now is assum[...], the oboe has given A and the rest of the limits of the city and its immediate setting. It is the woodwind and the basses are clamouring with it in character of Melbourne itself with which I have a crescendo of tun[...]a roll, and with the large out-of-doors with its inevitable romance. And I have no doubt audience rising to its feet, the opening bars of the that the old Mitre Tavern would in itself provide National Anthem in G swell out upon the warm, a[...]tucked richly-scented air. away amongst some of Melbourne's tallest build- ings in a littl[...]y side of by the Wheel of Fortune in its merry peregrinations Collins Street between Q[...]en we stand in Bank lieve it or not, it has actually happened. Mr. Irwin Place and take in th[...]flap of pigeons' wings, the old building with its don Branch. gabled roof, homely window boxes, windows orna- Anoth[...]y Service. bygone age, seems to want to break its long silence, Our Manager has been holidayin[...]climate a little trying. However, he enjoyed some Street and Windmill Street, Miller's Point, Y[...]uld indeed have much to recall. Another new arrival is Mr. Groves, who has been[...] | |
[...]Perth. Hutchins, P. M., to Hobart. Gude, G. C., to Melbourne. Hut[...]o Broadway. Ingram, D. E. L., to Newcastle. Hall, S. R., to Newtown. Jackson, R. R., to Melbo[...]Keaney, K. S., to Relieving Staff, Sydney. Hart, W. R., to Melbourne. Keen, N. J., to Croydon. Hartnett, C. B., to Brisbane. Kelman, J[...]Lew, R. J., to Newcastle West. Hope, J. W., to West Ryde.[...]Loftus, D. S., to Stanthorpe. House, G. W., to Melbourne.[...]to Sydney. Mackey, George, to Newcastle. Humphries, J. R., to Cremorne Junct[...] | |
[...]h (Mil. Leave) sore. Gourlay, F. W., Hobart. G. E. Wells, Belmore—son.[...]n our voyage to Pompey. The crew some justification be mistaking us for the Tirpitz,[...]t stretched from genarian who had previously acted as Mate. He the truck to the d[...]the firing at moments of crisis, when instant action on his part was not renewed and we were allowed to proceed. was imperat[...]turning it the wrong way. The engineer was the same, craft, colliers, water boats, cross-C[...]n so vast, and so awe-inspiring, that all who most impressive person, and much to the envy of[...]stant conviction that nothing could stop such action on my part would savour of snobbishness, an[...]any of the crew show signs of getting newly joined recruit the Valib — ready for any-[...]of other motor fishing vessels which were acting as bullets across our bows to give us a wa[...]Navy sends it we were quite unconscious of the fact that we were on a soft job, but[...] | |
[...]ctacle of five- fulfilled, and the upper part of the charthouse dis- feet waves in the middle of the Solent in May. appeared. By great good luck the wheelhouse The fact that the big American landing craft pre-[...]strings the wires held and our mast remained intact. instead of tide borne while riding at anchor, and the Our ensign staff with its white ensign was trailing task of coming alongsi[...]nted a sorry spectacle, easier by the peculiar habits of the Valib, which but at least we were[...]Portsmouth effected repairs to our stricken home. What re- the conversation at breakfast turned on the slightly mained of the charthouse lay over to starboard at ridiculous appearance of[...]d this by securing a stout hawser height of the charthouse. That would undoubtedly to the charthouse, winding it twice round the improve her looks." W[...]ay and a high wind blowing against the charthouse returned to an upright position. We the tide whi[...]a into foam capped were able to "win" some suitable timber and plank- rollers. We ran alongs[...]Inspecting Officer was doing his job, of its component parts took us by surprise. Hence- preventing our star[...]l stildent, keeping the helm over to port we lay some twelve was tall and good-looking, and ve[...]e tsociety. By a strange coincidence his borne started when we took the officer aboard and tried to[...]gines drove us slowly young women of his home town would say to n15 , ahead, but the t[...]al jabs at us always secured the best and most interesting Job,' with long poles. The skipper m[...]ecided to go astern and risk getting the same job as I was. He said we should be ver),[...] | |
[...]e Western Wall. For before the engine could be started each day we had months they had trained f[...]etween the shore and the ships, him from taking part in the wretched business, while and in a matter almost of hours the greatest armada the engineer refuse[...]We resorted The number of people who knew the secret of to cajolery and threats, but even the sight of my the actual day of the invasion was very small, but bowle[...]ro hour was on the following day. had to make a particularly early start. Without The break in the weather, the postponement of warning us of their intention, they c[...]ight rope and proceeded ahead, unmindful of the fact have to be delayed for some weeks are matters of that the sterns of the two[...]noise and ing of the 5th June, our part of the job completed, bustle, the deckhand and I[...]d the Valib slowly turning watched the departure of the ships. The setting sun round and gathe[...]away. unable to cast off his end owing to the fact that the Cheers came from some of the ships, but for strain on the rope by this time jammed it on the the most part silence reigned, and an incredible cleet. He shou[...]empty of engineer, but suspecting a trick on my part he was prisoners, my streets of beggars; th[...]in want, the taxes are not oppressive; the rational hapening, and, merely remarking, "Oh, yeah," world is my friend, because I am a friend of its he turned over and went to sleep again. My persis[...]fore he would may that country boast of its constitution and its come on deck he insisted on standing on the saloo[...]ine going in record time. In the mean- Extract from a Letter Issued by a London Bank to while ou[...]event our igno- to know that in issuing these statements of account, minious plight from being seen f[...]we are reverting to what was our regular practice office.[...]near. Ships were passbooks were first started." continually arriving until the whole l[...] | |
[...]But Mr. and office furniture. Gunn knew more than the rest, or perhaps he was[...]and by the afternoon of Monday, 28th and Stock Department half of the London staff Augus[...]again in working order, was established in the heart of Surrey, with prepara- although in strang[...]ividend , tion for the evacuation of the other departments, if typing and filing departments were housed in the and when the need should arise.[...]reached London, and resumed control. part of the outfit. The gymnasium was set apart from the ma-4.a It is easy to look back now t[...]building, and was doubtless well adapted to its and to revisualise many things, both pleasant and[...]the summer sun- perhaps a sketch of Cobham, with its joys and sor- streaming in, it was a gl[...]said a visitor, with much satis- The story starts long before September, 1939-- faction. But the English summer, such as it was' even[...]ur discomfort that the heating Branch should find some safe place in the country apparatus wa[...]the work, at least, did not suffer. some school buildings (Sandroyd School), situated The domestic side of Sandroyd presented its own in the Surrey woodlands, a.nd in an isolated position problems, and the House Committee solved them between the villages of Cob[...]formed from the executives of each °f with other Australian banking institutions and com- the bank[...]field, a covered swimming pool, and for its pirit[...]on t _ of all Stock Registry accounts—over a quarter of a premises, and catering was diff[...]ediately the need arose. most of the vegetables required. There was an e[...] | |
[...]amongst our own people, and a concert party was engineers were fully employed on the mainten[...]undane things. The local sleeping accommodation. Some idea of the over-[...]the Cobham occupation is closely ancient wooden house the original house proper ty bearin g the date 1793, where they[...]the mattresses settled into our country quarters the A.R.P. work —well, they were pretty tou[...]were subsequently roofed, and surplus This state of affairs induced a considerable earth heaped over the roofs for additional protec- degree of nostalgia; some of the staff decided that[...]tion. Anti-blast walls of earth were formed around it was better to travel dai[...]trances, and electric lighting installed. Every homes, whatever the distance. Others sought accommod[...]lounge in the main building was enemy action we should have to look after our- made avail[...]cient in swimming bath was arranged so that its 40,000 gal- the old English game of darts. Cinematograph pic- lons of water could[...]projector being hired for the purpose, and the same other fire-fighting equipment was provided,[...]elied upon, as the pressure in the public mas party, which the sports and social committee m[...]eased in the arranged in co-operation with the house committee event of intensive bombing. An a[...]ual Christmas games. Occa- Many served as part-time Air Raid Wardens, and sional air-raid warnings failed to mar the revels. others joined the Home Guard, giving up their Apart from these and other parties, the sports and week-ends and eve[...] | |
[...]ffs travelled to and from work daily, taking --some for fire-fighting, some for rescue, and some many risks. Railways were continually bombed[...]lost their windows — not once but constant practice. severa[...]ary bombs, which were male, but as time passed, most of the men gravi- extinguished by the me[...]) had a need not write the evidence was in the fact that narrow escape when a land-mine expl[...]. ently and to time. The bearing on the present part In the earlier day-raids, work ceased[...]their first duty was ham staff went to earth in the dug-outs. Before fire-fighting. Each tea[...]andling the motor trailer-pump desks. was somewhat of a strain, and the engine had to be Communication between London and Cobham! started-up by one of the men on the team, but most at first carried on by mail and telephone,[...], with dire results to other members of the action when some of the London exchanges were, squad. destroyed but post office engineers quickly suPPl'ect, Sandroyd[...]ned on the Siegfried Line. their main factories, with our complete reserve When they over-ra[...]tries and France stock of paper, but by some miraculous means they, the situation changed. Ai[...]was burning for a week, Sandroyd and its surroundings did not escapet and workers had to f[...]s grounds. An enemy plane machine-gun ne some respite, but he did not leave us alone.[...]hells did not detonate. A bomb of the same size explode°. which did not explode in t[...] | |
[...]on office two bombs exploded in the agricultural part of the bomb came the end of Sandroyd. groun[...]ng saw no cessation. Windows and doors portion of its gun-turret, with two machine guns, were le[...]wo welcome But the residents were intact. Miraculously no additions to the Sandroyd family[...]Bank records in the main building appeared to home at Putney, and made another home, with some be undamaged, but so far as could be ascertained of their salvaged belongings, in a 'house in the in the darkness the gymnasium was in a state of grounds originally built as a master's residen[...]which arrived at all hours of the day and night. Its blast When dawn came it was seen that the[...]extremely shattering. It bomb had made contact with some trees and had exploded on first contact, a tree or a telephone wire exploded in the ai[...]thout doubt, saved the buildings from further and houses, and that the total of London houses so more serious damage. A direct hit o[...]in many deaths. was called "bomb alley," 500,000 houses suffered. It was abundantly clear tha[...]road transport and man-power made this time, and some of her fingers had to be amputated. no simp[...]the safes and heavier gear. Enough equip- —the National Debt Office situated on the same ment was transpoIted back to London over the si[...]banking chamber, but the Monday morning, but some of us lived in the ihe plate glass windows went t[...]and windows. And I, for one, will not forget the part of the building.[...]the sickening smell of ingly by the flying-bombs. Some fell in open decaying leaves. country[...]y found their mark It is a remarkable fact that, apart from damage on isolated buildings and villages. A large house to an Addressograph printing machine (on which used as an emergency hospital, and standing in its several hundredweight of chimney stack fell[...]yd and Cobham vil- the destruction of some cupboards, there was no 1 age, was rendered useless. Sandroyd itself was loss whatever of bank equip[...] | |
[...]March 1946 And (except for mention of the fact that another first one fell, and destroyed the houses on the oppo- | |
[...]27 home with the savage inhabitants of a Torres Strait[...]rom what meagre information I pos- Wini knew all this, and he was afraid that the | |
[...]toward Moa that the Badu natives were most savage and when the time was suitable.[...]. His warriods eagerly looked was on Badu some years after the death of Win', forward to receivi[...]e containing the Badu warriors captain sent some of its crew ashore with the inten- returned Wini called[...]bushes From his violent gestures, and suggestive postures near the watering place, and suddenly po[...]torches that dimmed the sullen glare of ing party the ship sailed away, much to the dis - the fire[...]assembling with their weapons and acting sus- Soon there was a long string of canoe[...]ch fires on Badu lowered landed and proceeded some distance from the boat to duller lights, and were[...]ately rowed out to the schooner which raised its orgy at which even an apathetic man would have[...]anchor and hastily departed before they could be shuddered and hid his face[...]Jardine, then Police Wini's final history is somewhat obscure, but,[...]hat Somerset, on Albany Pass. He communicated with[...] | |
[...]s murders on the island. Even Wini Magistrate, at Somerset, concerning attacks on visit- ra[...]their savage white chief, He was acting like a man gone berserk. Mr. John Jardine was[...]n incredible dis- The police party then landed on the beach and tance. This was something to which the savages add[...]EMEN BENEFITS AND FACILITIES FOR RETURN ING SERVIC[...]of the Ministry of Post-war Reconstruction. By THOMAS R[...]alth's plans for the responsible Departments (mentioned in subsequent reabsorption of Ser[...]or The task ahead was not an easy one, for almost detailed information, and also to[...]bility of every applicant for participation in the Forces. Their needs are many and varied, and respective benefits. these all had to be taken into consideration when The Ministry of Post-War Reconstruction in co- advance legislation was[...]ncerned, has Complicating the issue was the fact that upwards published a comprehensi[...]il. These are being distributed as widely as pos- national economy. sible. As a further signpost, the Repatriation Com- It is not proposed that this short article should mission has established Information Centres in capi- consider the national issues involved in conversion[...]ence will Should give a brief outline of the benefits and facili- frequently be saved if Se[...]Sydney—Rickard House, 82 Pitt Street. life. Most of these provisions have been incorporated[...]anston and in the Re-establishment and Employment Act, 1945.[...]Collins Streets. In preparing this article every attempt has been[...].P.O., Queen Street. made to highlight those benefits with which Com-[...]Adelaide--North Terrace, between Parliament monwealth Bank employees are likely to be con-[...]House and Railway Station. cerned. In other words, it h[...]Central the majority of Servicemen who read this articl[...]As soon as the war ended the Government is somet imes capable of being variously interpr[...] | |
[...]f the plan was the release of the greatest of Post-War Reconstruction, free training is provided num[...]eleased at once; that would have meant Part-time training in any subject calculated to chaos,[...]system was worked out-- improve occupational status is granted to all who consideration being[...]ge have served for six or more months (at home or on enlistment and family responsibilities. The[...]ion fees, provision for text- organisation, while some Servicemen are being re- books, and for[...]ty scores for men and women are worked part-time basis are those in accountancy, economics, o[...]e dependants—multiply available in most subjects to assist those who have complete[...]d for long been dissociated from the practice of their add twice times age on enlistm[...]for books and equipment, and receive a living statement in his former occupation under conditions[...]THE DISABLED. remained, including any increase of pay to which he As the[...]discharge is the responsibility of one of two depart -[...]or the and it is reasonably practicable for the employer to ments; either the Repatriation Commission reinstate the applicant. The onus of proof that it is Department of Social Services. Distinction between not reasonably practicable to reinstate a Serviceman the two lies in the fact that, under the Australian rests upon the employer. Soldiers' Repatriation Act, the Repatriation Commis- All rights in respe[...]t are safeguarded. The Department of Social Services has been. In addition,[...]e responsible for the treatment and after-care of new capacities in certain instances. Preference will[...]vated officers during the forthcoming years of departmen- by war service. Specially-equipped ins[...]exist in each State capital for this purpose, and in the Provision has be[...]s arrangements have been, in conjunction with the States, for a War Service entered into with local medical practitioners and Land Settlement Scheme. As a means of[...]Treatment includes the supply of artificial limbs It is essential to the su[...] | |
[...]d from an early age. Furniture 1939, in New South Wales, Australian Capital Terri- grants may also be made up to the extent o[...]HOUSING. South Australia and Western Australia fixation of War needs, resulting in the diversion of man- rents is controlled by a State authority. Application power and materials from home building, have in may be made by a land[...]easure occasioned the present acute short- age of houses------although there has been a housing[...]his own occupation, make an applica- Although most readers of this magazine will be, tion to a[...]tenant unless the tenant is also a member of the home building in conjunction with the Common-[...]The War Gratuity Act, 1945, makes provision for generally.[...]atuity which is intended as a The War Service Homes Commission assists mark of the nation's gratitude to the men and those who were enlisted for or served on active women of the fighting Services. service outside Australia to acquire a home of their own. The maximum amount which may be mad[...]eas service is £3/ 1 5/- per available under the Act is £950, but this sum is likely month of thir[...]rly date. Periods of repay- vice overseas (including time spent as a prisoner of ment of loans may be[...]Australia. Service in New Guinea, Papua and Nor- Under another scheme t[...]s as over- ernment and the Governments of all the States have seas service. agreed to co-operate[...]d The gratuity for continuous full-time Australian on the basis of need. At least half are allotte[...]December, 1941. For the gratuity for Australian ser-[...]ng period of six months' In addition, in each State there exists a State service. Government scheme for the provision of homes for sale to persons of limited income. The condi[...]rest at the Those who do not wish to secure a home through rate for long-term Commonwealth b[...]ank or co-operative building society, may build a house costing up to £1,200, exclusive of the[...]idents, and in cost of the land. If a more costly home is desired order to decentralise, as far as practicable, the work it will be necessary, for the tim[...]n, local committees permit. Applications for permits are made to the have been or are being e[...]in main country Deputy Director of Housing in the capital city of the centres. These committees are ho[...]but they have been given certain powers to enable State. RENT AND TENANCY CONTROL.[...]Servicemen. Under the National Security Regulations a mem-[...]e to members of tion is given priority over other home-seekers. On the Forces, ex-members, and t[...]ties, to advise Servicemen and to see to the take action with a view to obtaining a lease of the enforcement or protection of Servicemen's rights. house. Free advice as to how this should be done[...]to charge a higher rent arising under the National Security Regulations, | |
[...]ationed goods ber of the Forces outside Australia, and, provided certain condition[...]ful- upon discharge: - filled, in Australia during the ninety days All, irresp[...]lowing scale:— Deferred pay (including interest thereon) and dependants' allowa[...]f Ration Year . . • • War gratuity (including interest). Those who serv[...]the cor- tralian Soldiers' Repatriation Act. responding number of clo[...]By T. E. SPARROW. 0 NE of the chief attractions for the tourist in | |
[...]see what a good idea meadow to sample its delights. it was.[...]Henley, and it became the gypsies, beggars, artists, musicians, all wheedling favourite watering[...]stant silver stream from Magnificent country houses were built, set amid the young men's pocket[...]iltern Hills and the position of Henley- start, and the crowd flocks again to river and bank. b[...]from the lawns on Phillis Court, in much the same Then, in 1839, someone conceived the notion of fashion as they[...]town, which has for the Proud fathers walk importantly beside their vic- other weeks of the year lain[...]ng tables at the Fair, and return to their along its streets. l[...]people to rout. in boxes. These are set in the earth beside the In a moment all is bare[...]gs. pontoons and stands erected at the finishing post, In the market square, as the rain fal[...]s, gloomily speak of rain to come, houses. The evening before is very still and very[...]-1C15-15-61CM15-15-61R16-15- itself seems deserted, wrapt in 'a tense hush wait-[...]Following ing numbers, a heavy report of the starter's gun the difficulty of publishing the c[...]nks, and on the river many easier by the almost complete failure of Branch cor- a tragedy[...] | |
[...]March 1946 RAMBLINGS IN NEW BRITAIN T HE Mandated Territory of New Britain and its | |
[...]35 to its end at a beautful waterfall near Swan Beach.[...]onditions their span of Perhaps the most intriguing sights can be seen | |
[...]y 100,000 Japanese are scattered throughout new supplies of clothing have been issued to therri a[...]y long time. The trousers, or what is left 15,000 Australians remain there to remind these of the[...]tending to their boots. These, too, have like rabbits in huge underground tunnels. These se[...]ny slaves perished while they manufacturing plant, and do not use such a com- were force[...]tion is excellent, and and slept in these places, some idea of the size of they do not suffer wi[...]in every nation, and could have lived a long and active life in this although it would pro[...]pletely destroy each other. Despite the fact ;that any invading army. Some of the tanks, which hold some of the prisoners look as if they would cut two Ja[...]your throat for a song," they work hard and Australian cannot crawl inside them. As the[...]s we have always been told the to take his troops home for some considerable time, opposite. Some are only boys, as all are comPul the Australians are using many hundreds of them sor[...]n 1,000 of these soldiers of the Emperor The Australians came to Rabaul mindful of the will nev[...]not in our nature to hate than others in New Britain. The majority are in for long, and the ma[...]morning hand_ recurring attack of malaria. In most of these gangs[...]he two services, and to avoid big game of bartering begins. One tin of "bullarne trouble[...] | |
[...]ssistance in the past unwashed bodies is most unpleasant. and good wish[...]ces of one of the of natives. One is the New Guinea Infantry Bat- fund's honorary[...]ten years, and we wish him success in his new campaigns of this war, they present a st[...]fine body We would earnestly appeal for new contribu- of men are the ones chosen to[...]ith their to extend help to others seeking some financial aid. striking uniform of black[...]till littered with the wreckage of scores department dealing with salaries. of Japanese s[...]ENDED 31/10/1945. girls are quite attractive. Occasionally throughout New Britain severe earth RECEIPTS.[...]. 3 8 4 a jelly. It is an awesome feeling as buildings, tents and trucks s[...]Secretary's Report for 1945. Home for Children, Maintenance of[...]Dated this 21st day of January, 1946. cartons of clothes were packed and sent to the[...] | |
[...], I.A., late of Sydney Branch. lers in these parts, yet the natives themselves seem I have jus[...]ature letters will find me until further notice. Most of the seems to have provided them with an ext[...]f fur to help keep them warm. I saw one that for home, so that it may not be many months before[...]the villagers, it measured I find myself in the same position. I am now repack- over seven feet f[...]r Calcutta on Mon- noticed further that the same bear had left its mark day next, but in the meantime I am rushing t[...]on many faces. Distances at these heights are some letters chiefly concerning my recent interest-[...]ss, that grows into Tibet. Anyhow, I brought back some interesting everywhere. Aconite, for instance (the deadly night- things from that country, including a 5ft. long horn shade) the flowers of which[...]s that are perched away plants growing almost on bare rock. Their sweet on the sides of the mo[...]nt expeditions looking very isolated and quite apart from the that have set out from this di[...]e in this isolation and Kinchinjungau are most interesting, but so far seem quite happy in it, a[...]ears to Houston expedition was one of the most successful enter a world made up of meditating, c[...]iving them the modern equivalent beautiful home and gardens, is married to a Tibeta of seven days[...]arvellous dresses, distant. In this region we saw some extraordinary of rich silk and brocades,[...]t occasions. violet, white, brown and red. In the same district The lamaseries are all much on the same there were two rivers—one of red water and one of design; the outer court houses the lamas, then there green, possibly the effect of mineral deposits in is the residence of the head and assis[...]ntastic stories of these coloured handiwork of artistic merit, the wheel of life, painte waters, a[...]ate kneel- type, many quite Aryan. The girls have artistically ing place. This is finished on eit[...]uld not speak or understand English, are mostly hidden behind glass cases containing the but was quite at home with Urdu. When on trek holy w[...] | |
[...]al motion. All pillars, the exception of some isolated cases; he said that ceilings and walls[...]andards, but iden- decorated with hand paintings most exquisitely tical with their own sold[...]red that this priest had been a teacher for some time at number) praying wheels, which the lamas[...]e-fly of Tibet one passes through the small State of Sik- tent with appropriate symbols painted on the same, kim, of which Gangtok, perched on the hi[...]here their religious dances and cere- the capital. Orchids here are abundant, and there monies are[...]you do so that you laugh and Their particular form of viciousness is to attack their loo[...]lays their eventual always turn into ridicule the most serious situation. destruction. The yak (or[...]rom yourself by making a fool of quite at home in these high regions, and (apart from of someone else and their world laughs with you --[...]ss he enjoyed it so much that he was willing to part ravines, and used by the local people for[...]g a snoot," which The population, numbers some six million souls, who took on straight away. It had not been seen before, live mostly in unfertile country where there is little and[...]winter make the washing of body and clothes some- I left they formed a guard of honour in[...]instead squatting at their stalls, haggling and bartering, of below, the rainclouds, and I thi[...]. A milk vendor tants wish that the same applied to the wind, as the offers cow, buffalo and cocoanut milk, but water is hurricanes in this part of the world are the limit-- supplied free. You m[...]appears to be a goat trussed over his same region is the mother of two great rivers the shou[...]o the cupped hands waiting to receive it. itself into the East China Sea. At the same time It was here that I met a Catholic priest who[...]d at the base of Hong Kong and was imprisoned for some time Mount Everest. | |
[...]firmly fixed into place just like a modern underpart of the leaves has a fungi growth which b[...]days while our boilers were cleaned. partial to both beverages. In conclusion I might add As soon as we anchored we were surrounded by something about the mail which, in those high alti-[...]ined by native mail runners, each a side party and a laundry party The side party one covering from three to five miles through heavy paint anything on the ship, but mostly the ship s snow, blizzard and hurricanes. I understand that side, and the laundry party do all the laundry on the, many lives are lost i[...]Our laundry party consisted of five tiny girls. They From Sg[...]ease in rank to that window-shopped in the practically undamaged West of warrant officer as from 1[...]rried man. Yes, I Kowloon—the International Settlement—on the was married on the 4th[...]plied to essential buildings by two British sub- fact that the weather tried to spoil things for us by[...]in Kent, Sampans trading all manner of articles came to for our honeymoon, and had a marvell[...]and sunbathing on a shingle beach articles on sale was the June issue of "Bank Notes. w[...]ight days' leave, so it all went ket (9/6), so most mostof us did a little illegal bartering far too quickly, and I was back on duty befo[...]Lawler) cleaned Thank you very much for your news letter of up jap cam p i th a l[...]ay (w te rn p o r a rtisl ya). to have all the news of Adelaide office. I don't[...]here moment I am working in Overseas Headquarters, went to a really magnificent Chin[...]ave been sight- doistoleave their wives at home. Then to that seeing, and last week-end saw the Tower of London banqueting house. This we entered through w and Hampton Cour[...] | |
[...]enough chairs, all made of a kind of with something in it all the time. Same went for heavy black polished wood[...]end they had the couches upon which one some sort peculiar to thereabouts and very popular[...]request sweet bed, except that the part you lie on is hard too. Two and sour pork, a Chinese dish I love. We com- stools the same height as the couch take your feet, pleted[...]inese liquor dressed, and many very attractive. You bought called Oom-ga-pay (p[...]beckoned, they damsel suggested that I go home with her. I left— would come over[...]en and about eight or nine But I must start way back to bring you up to date. g[...]ry chopsticks. In the bowl was a places were new to me, and I was interested. It was[...]came in as the girls gave us towels from New Guinea through the China Straits, but i t again to wash our unclean[...]was there, too, and it was there we became actively cacies, apparently, in China.[...]ve tasted it (at doubt, has appeared in the Australian press, but I'll another banquet when I was leaving), and it didn't explain its function in case you didn't read about[...]ee escort vessels—destroyers, sloops, and Australian days before it is ready, an[...] | |
[...]tleships steam into the bay in Here, some of the A.M.S.'s (there are about 21 one morning ![...]e I had the pleasure and obtained great satisfaction fitted to do likewise in about a week. At the moment from the fact that I personally took our own ship in we[...]the "gash" (rubbish) left over after came others, including the Shropshire, Hobart, our meal . With the other half of t[...]unin- from these the Chinese beg and barter. The barterl- teresting compared to some of the other places I've ing is mostly junk, but there are also some beautifu seen. The streets were deserted and negl[...]is stuff internees_ —both Naval lieutenants. Apart from some bombed bartered in the past four years in exchange for food a[...]ships, I saw no bomb damage, I traded some old tins of bully beef for a beautifullY although[...]service. Hong Kong dollar is worth 1 s 7d Australian. The n It was great to have a rest from seat[...]thin line between the two ships, get something else yet. and receive mail (as we did[...] | |
[...]of wood left. They Gray (Bonds and Stock Department), and Mr. N. W. used it for fuel. At[...]s of the slum told us, be used to purchase some definite object area, and there I saw pe[...]tting or standing, looking seen us through some difficult times. We trust that blankly i[...]d I still have to visit, if work permits, the Kowloon much less strenuous. At the same function, the Peninsula, which is the International Settlement on opportunity was taken of welcoming our new the mainland. Maybe be able to tell you about Accountant (Mr. D. A. Brown) late of Newcastle. that when I come home. We were[...], which was attended by all the lady HOBART.—As forecast in our last issue, others of[...]ll memento of her mentioned, with brief particulars of their service, in- stay with us.[...]orrisby, Peter Since our last issue, Hobart Branch has been re- Hutchins, G. K. Drak[...]t the this office before the war, was in New South Wales same amount of business, or more, is crowded into at the time of his enlistment. He was in New South the five days; so that, in the opinion of most of us, Wales and Queensland before going[...]yed this privilege up north," mainly in New Guinea. He finished his for a number of[...]t. who was lieutenant in the R.A.N., saw some strenu- ous service in the Phillipines d[...]l three, having left us as single men, col- NEWCASTLE. — "Bank Notes" for September/ l[...]a lot of excite- our business which made itself felt during the war ment, of course.[...]d in January, has gone James McInnes, of Newcastle; Miss Mavis Harvey to on leave, en[...]; and Miss Gwyn Gibbins to Francisco for Australia about the middle of the Bill McDonald,[...]from Montreal, pleasure we offer our hearty congratulations to the was born in Cana[...]l to our Accountant (Mr. now Accountant, Hobart. We were hoping to have C. N. Macqueen),[...]s, Mr. Brown was pre- noon before his departure, our sentiments of regret sented with an electric toaster. Mr. Pollard con- at his departure and appreciation of his promotion[...] | |
[...]alf of the staff, presented Mr. Paterson with the new position was a big step up the ladder, and[...]is usual happy vein, thanked all Oliver Wood (our new Accountant) was welcomed, for the handsome presentations and good wishes. and in reply thank[...]Mr. Warren Bolle, Ridley (Inspectors' Department), Mr. Bell (Geelong), who had been with us el[...]B.O. He met with a simi- trial Finance Department, Sydney), and Miss Jewell lar send-off, and was presented with an occasional (Secretary's Department). table and volume for his wile. Mr. Brown di[...]as Young Mr. Vince Cronin was transferred to New- the Princess of Youth to represent the[...]ich Randwick, Coogee and Clovelly in the State-wide took with it our best wishes.[...]F. Dodd, A. L. Gardner, Kevin Hennessy, New South Wales. J. T. Middleton, P. F. Nicholls, P.[...]arch in Mel- battalion was kliled in action on Bougainville. Their bourne at the great age[...]to Mr. and Mrs. younger son was killed in action in the assault on C. Shirley in the loss of bo[...]was with an artillery regiment in India as an assist remarkably w[...]rdson, late life in the colonies so attracted him that he found of R.A.A.F., and now of Kurri Kurri; Driver Clarrie himself in Australia in 1910. In 1914 he served Smith just back from R[...]with the contingent sent to occupy German New. at Wallsend since his discharge from the Air Guinea and later took part in the A.I.F. landing at Force.[...]1917 he returned to Australia, and in the follow-mg, RANDWICK.—On the[...]ndwick for the past Savings Bank of New South Wales. Our Cashier fourteen years, was fare[...]ity towards the end of last year when some were appreciated by the public and staff alike, a[...]ndship was esteemed by all. Presenta- National Park. He had not long since entered the ti[...] | |
[...]AD-SB-21 QUARTERLY STAFF MAGAZINE VOL. XXVIII. JUNE, 1946[...] | |
[...]h regards their reappointment with satisfaction and pride. A GIFT TO AUSTRALIA A portrait of the Rt. Hon. W. F. Mas[...]reproduction of the portrait is published | |
[...]icer W. A. Hepworth—pre- killed on non-operational flight. killed in air operations.[...]ted missing during presumed killed on a non-operational devotion to duty, he was reported miss- an operational flight over Timor in July, flight to Scapa Flow i[...]High School, New Town, Tasmania, and joined the Bank's staff at Hobart in Janu-[...]tive (Actuary's Department) and Savings[...] | |
[...]Agricultural High School, and joined Newcastle High School, joined the Rockhampton in Nove[...]nd enlisted in the in November, 1940, training in Australia Staff he enlisted in the A.I.F. in June,[...]eless Air Gunner. He was re- 1941, and was posted missing shortly He trained in Canada,[...]ingapore. sumed killed in an operational flight sumed to have lost his life at Pale[...] | |
[...]ert Grant Herron Graham Stuart Rail TRITTON, A. J.-Aged 34, single. The.[...]Savings Bank of terbury High School and Newington Col- School, Charters Towers, and joined the | |
[...]ess. been made, particularly with textile machinery, Then more me[...]from Head Office asking why we had not of articles. As an importing country Switzerland sent f[...]straws in types of foodstuffs, and more particularly cereals of cur hair and dancing on the counter. all kinds. Some imports are landed at Marseilles I went into committee with the Accountant Acting and Genoa or Antwerp, and transported in[...]with all the headmistresses of all the local some imports from Canada have taken place. girls' scho[...]on 1st March. gradually we built up an entirely new staff. Food coupons are issued for[...]y lady clerk? We soon found and although housesholders complain that they an answer to our ques[...]t on meatless days many and varied types The new accountant had to be something be- of fish and sea food can be[...]e countries. On the non-meatless days the same Branch earlier than ever before, and the half-ye[...]s right on up for restaurant meals. the earth.[...]ven imported motor cars on the street, particularly of the London lady got married to a soldi[...]s. However, it was interesting to see the num- depart I just say to them: "Thank you, for holding[...]Swiss railways are electrified, and on most of the railways the rolling stock, particularly that available SWITZ[...]for second and third class passengers, is new, up- (Ar! extract from a report which was furnished by the[...]which has enjoyed five to What impresses one most upon arrival in Swit- six years of peace[...]the shop windows. Switzer- cost of manufactured articles in Switzerland and land has undoubtedly prog[...]ease 10 production. The industry of the people is most the cost of imports, and the cost of[...]according to official figures, to 53 per cent. factories with a high rate of output. Unemployment[...]mount of bank notes in circulation has risen is almost unknown. The export of Swiss watches[...]es was here. In addition to this Switzerland manufactures 2,890 million francs in 1939 a[...] | |
[...]e not completely in the fell clutch of cir- some of this precious alchemy to your transactions cumstance, withdraw occasionally to a high[...]ghtly, the "atmosphere" of human relations. in impartial perspective your life. Removed from Altruism apart, there is some solid ground for the imminence of things, you wil[...]ons will be of define beauty in terms of art or cant. It will be your a monotonous sameness. own pers[...]table, and specks of colour from sunlight athwart a dusty win- is not incompatible with happiness. Life places most dow may give you a moment's enjoyment incom[...]st municable to the world as a concrete fact. You may and comport ourselves accordingly. Blind[...]and it is a serious loss; for these individual traits tion of individuals. and sparks of originali[...]+ and circumstances react differently. The apprecia- Now it appears to me that almost any man may, tion and development of this factor can make life like the spider, spin fr[...]wigs on To all of us come moments which have some- which the spider begins her wo[...]l, and weave a tapestry empyrean— There is some quickening of the .pulse, a break full of s[...]trict having been dispensed with and senses. The earth is lost to you, and for a brief[...]music of all kinds, unmoved, but without warning, some Cessnock settle down to preparations fo[...]ith his family— against the sky. In an instant its symmetry has sons Frank recently discha[...]ir Force taken your attention, and lifted you to its pinnacles and Peter of the R.A.N. with a flo[...]see the "big ones" that will be caught from the itself by a pool, a soft light through a coloured cur[...]man with a Holland (Sydney), Mr. Leslie Cartwright (resumption • face careen deep by[...] | |
[...]oss a shallow patch Li numbers along the coast of New South Wales. of water, or st[...]in a most peculiar corkscrew fashion. Throwing itself Let us suppose that the tide is just on the turn, on its side, a crab will commence digging with the and w[...]s on the upper side are quietly walk out on this part, we immediately notice low enough[...]e fifteen seconds -- just a quarter of a minute Mr. out from hiding beneath the san[...]amine a speci- they move about in regular armies. Some people men of the bluebottle[...]ers. In this way we as though under the orders of some captain or can admire the p[...]glass marble. Turning the crab over on its back, we fingers, moving one minute over some clear sandy see in front the mouth parts—there are five pairs of[...]mouth parts and right at each outside corner are the[...] | |
[...]ver the sur- holes at the top of the mouth parts. Therefore, down face of a tidal flat. 3. C[...]Sand Snail. Ranged alongside parts. And what a business they make of this as[...]Sand Snail. tilled ready for planting some kind of crop. Each crab works on and on a little below the surface, twisting and turning in its track. And when thou- in a sort of shuffling action. So you see the cockles s. ands and thousands are engaged in this way there are most active creatures. Is it any wonder they are is s[...]the sand. They appear to us as chen middens. Some white people even to-day ihough they -wei e[...]use the many tasty shellfishes that the two parts to the creature's shell house. These are sea has given us in such[...]know just where to high tides the cockle is most active. The hinged turn our attention. We can examine the stretches shells then gape apart, and a constant stream of of pools, with[...]places' of the fairy-like weed shrimps, and the homes This water bathes the gills, and the tiny f[...]le toado fishes with speckled skins and not particles are strained from the flow to be take[...] | |
[...]ts to "The Round Table.") Strategy. and Its Social Implications. indeed almost automatic coincidence of British and | |
[...]the White Paper did not enter into detail their part will give their full support to any scheme either on constitutional arrangements or on treaty that commands general a[...]TOWARDS AN ARAB LEAGUE. the most elementary statements can be made This declaration of the Bri[...]o settlement by which tude undoubtedly played a part in encouraging the His Majesty's Governmen[...]culmi- ignore the interests of the Jewish National Home. nated in the meeting of a Preparatory Committee[...]ble, not only in end of September, 1944. Despite its modest title, their initial reaction but in their durable feeling, the delegates t[...]collaboration. These certainties fix the limits between unity than most observers had expected. It was which Br[...]teer. decided in principle that a League of Arab States ANGLO-FRENCH RELATIONS IN THE NEAR E[...]less unpalatable to the Arabs than Zionists activity bers and of presenting a united diplomatic f[...]embers of this played a preponderant part in the recovery of the League will presumably be the seven States which Levant States for the Allied cause, we have been sent delegat[...]that we have only to tilt is to be made for joint action in other fields, includ- the scales, there a[...]determined. But in relation to Syria tions, educational policy and public health, and Lebanon, even more than to Palestine, our Near The habits of concerted action and mutual trust, Eastern policy is compl[...]ture of this kind cannot be con- reconciling its requirements with those imposed solidated, will t[...]cy. The French Mandate in Syria- lems on which its attention will be concentrated at Lebanon w[...]fect of closer tween France and the Levant States. Our attitude relations between the Arab States, so desirable in was defined in the lette[...]an Arab point of Lyttelton, as Minister of State in Cairo, to General view, is likely to be an int[...]essure on de Gaulle on August 7, 1941 : the two most sensitive points of contact between "B'oth Free France and Great[...]predominant position in Syria and Palestine of a national home for the Jewish people" the Lebanon over any[...]present situation, in which the dent Palestinian State with an Arab majority. The Syrian and Leb[...]e Mandate. Again British policy is con- which the new policy encountered in the House of fined within narrow limits, set on the one hand by Commons and of the[...] | |
[...]June 1946 potentially destructive part, and on the other by If this is an accura[...]inies of Syria and Lebanon have the United States, the Soviet Union, France and the | |
[...]By T. A. FOWLER. ALTHOUGH some forty years have passed since invalid[...]ce, the re-entered the field, and many Acts have introduced monwealth Governme[...]responsibility Pharmaceutical benefits .. . 1.00[...]Hospital benefits .. 2.50 | |
[...]been increased from FUNERAL BENEFITS TO INVALID AND OLD-AGE PENSIONERS time to time bo[...]an invalid or old-age pensioner. Actual funeral 1945.[...]y in- The Maternity Allowance Act 1912/1943 makes capacitated for work, provided th[...]ances, sion was not being received, was, while in Australia, which, prior to 1943 had been[...]ese allow,: per cent. or more. Prior to 1941, the Act provided ances were increased making the new range, that an invalid pension should be paid onl[...]The Government also decided to pay a new week for each adult member of the family and half[...]per week for eight weeks in respect of all new births. -v ision was liberalised by raising the f[...]sent The Widows' Pensions Act provides for the pay- weekly rate of invalid pens[...]is reducible by the a mount more exclusive of his home, no pension is allowed. by which a[...]e of her property The following table gives particulars of the num- exceeds £50. ber of[...]th June, 1945, and the amount The Act also provides in respect of widows not of pensio[...]e, 1945. 1944-1945. State.[...]. s. d. s. d. New South Wales . 103,429 25,9[...]52 9 2,943,029 54 11 South Australia . . . 22,030 4,510[...]51 11 1,811,704 57 5 Western Australia . . 17,713 3,414[...] | |
[...]UNEMPLOYMENT AND SICKNESS BENEFITS. circumstances, of an allowance of 32/6d. per wee[...]six months immediately ness Benefits Scheme came into operation on 1st after the death[...]July, 1945. The Act covers all women between the Details of the nu[...]ring 194'4/45 are who have been in Australia twelve months prior to shown in the following tab[...]Four-weekly StateNew South Wales .. 17,022[...]2 436,943 8 2 South Australia .. 3,569 56[...]231,932 7 4 Western Australia . 2,894 59[...]A married person will receive an additional 20/- charitable institutions. This allowance wa[...]a week for one child. All benefits are subject to a Endowment is not paid in respect[...]the value of property stantially supported by the State. Residence in owned by claimants, or their family, and permits Australia at date of claim is a qualification applying[...]to 20/- per to claimants and children, and if not Australian born week. Unemployment benefit is[...]nd willing to undertake suitable work that date. Part of the funds for endowment are[...]fice in their dis- The following table gives particulars of claims trict of residenc[...]nt Paid during 1944-45. State. Claims in Force. Endowed C[...]o. s. d. | |
[...]ES INDUSTRIAL FINANCE DEPARTMENT T HE Industrial Finance Department came into | |
[...]st funds have been. in sequence the manufacturer, the distributor, the found for professiona[...]ase retailer. and the consumer. The benefits of such a of trawlers and equipment. This is by[...]e list, but it does give a good cross- the same source for every link of the chain. This section of the type of undertaking which has already permits a smoothness of operation between the been assisted. The scope of activities is continu- various interests. For example, the department has ally being widened. already agreed to finance a manufacturer on over- The department's approach to proposals which draf[...]elation to the type and the consumer by the same method. Finance is and value of security availab[...]refore, not only to help bring the pro- into the activities of the applicant and consideration du[...]tence, but also to assist the public in of such factors as supply of raw material, suitability ac[...]ge- ment. Due regard is also paid to likely benefits to the community by reason of the extension of aid tc a particular enterprise, but, of course, an important f6ctor governing approval is the prospective ear[...]o assist them not only to assemble the relative facts, but also to value plant, etc., and to shape the proposal into its most suitable form. An applicant's requirements a[...]overdraft or hire purchase accommodation, but in some cases a fixed loan or the subscription of share capital to a company might be found the most suit- aole means of providing assistance. The us[...]rovision of finance on hire pur- chase terms is a new departure in banking in Aus- tralia. At present it is restricted mainly to the acquisition of industrial plant, including heavy trac- tors, timber_ logging and earth moving equipment, but later it will be extended[...]ourage them for the present._ . The department aims, by a combination of over- | |
[...]7 he department has found it necessary to add a[...]qualified cost accountant to its staff to render techni-[...]problems. It also has a production engineer at its[...]tion. Its advice is available to Branches, and where[...]necessary it will prepare the actual securities and[...]forward them with explanatory and instructional[...]A short article such as this can only cover briefly[...]the operations of the department, but should anY[...]General Manager, Industrial Finance Department at[...]the To receive sickness benefits a claimant must Constitution in order to[...]widely criticised on the grounds that the benefits only is considered, and in applying the means tes[...]s" mean little more than nigh Pharmaceutical Benefits Act, which aims to provide, taxation, must be co[...]re have been two transfers and numerous This Act has not yet been put into operation, as addit[...]eichhardt, and we HOSPITAL BENEFITS. regretfully bade farewell t[...]was introduced under delightful farewell party given by Mrs. Enderby. A which it was proposed that the States should presentation was made by Mr.[...]to patients We welcome to our happy home our new The Commonwealth will pay the States a benefit Accountant (Mr. E. J. Baldw[...]e and private patients The staff extends its heartiest congratulations t, in public hospitals. It is[...]ual Mr. Joe Compton on his engagement to attractive[...]was keeper, Frank Lawn. necessary for each State to enact enabling legisla Mr. Enderby, presiden[...]has again Because of doubt as to the Constitutional validity War Loan pennant for towns wit[...] | |
[...]PLAYGROUND IN THE HILLS M OST Australian towns have their beauty spots | |
[...]rens and Mount Pleasant districts. Some of this gold has found its way into the Torrens, and it is a pleasant Sunday afternoon's sport to go gold-panning in some of the quieter stretches of the Torrens, as it tumbles through its gorge. There is not enough gold there to mak[...]panning. It is also a source yc of income to some of Adelaide's unemployed, but the return is[...]ut it is a pleasant occupa- tion in spite of its little return, and there is always a perch o[...]mond leading along the Prince's Highway; the some- what steeper climb along the Greenhill Road that leads to Mount Lofty, its poplars and its extensive culture in the valleys below; the Gorge Road that picks its way along the same path the Torrens cut millions of years[...]left replica of a feudal castle that is the home of one of so many trees that it is always gr[...]n's Summit there a botanist has cultivated most of the wild- Road appeals most to me. Climbing up past the flowers of Australia and several of those of South vineyards of Magill, whence come some of Aus- Africa. It was thought imposs[...]e of old England, for here there of northern New South Wales and Southern Queens- are few gum trees to remind one of Australia. At land) in the dry hills, but it[...] | |
[...](Extract from Cummins & Campbell's Monthly Magazine, way o[...]But it is riot in the better known places that most of the charm of the Adelaide Hills lies. There is[...]ch of the Royal Geographical Society by Dr. where most of Australia's celery is grown, and W. G. Goddard, he stated that way back in the climbs up a dirt road past[...]again to the Norton's coast of Western Australia, and travelled right Summit road between A[...]. In season it is lined porcelain map of Australia which they called "The with cherry blossom, for t[...]th." This map was far superior and that has given its name to Cherry Gardens, a little more acc[...]tain Cook village, hard to find, hidden in one of its valleys. or the early Dutch and Portuguese[...]erts that in the year 1420 the Emperor the few in Australia, almost hidden in a forest of Yung Lo sent thous[...]assed Sumatra, heavy storms separated the junks. parts of the hills, and it was there that I first drank dome were driven to the coast of Western Australia, goat's milk, and was introduced to the go[...]cco, and regarded cigarette butts as Australia, and returning to China there presented caviare. Most of the milk is sent to the hospitals in the[...]yage, and made Adelaide, as it is so valuable for its richness. for him the porcelain map of Australia. This same road also shelters a cemetery, well[...]to the northern and eastern coasts of Australia dur: history of some families where several deaths ing the early part of the fifteenth century, and tha. occurred at ve[...]ier to Dutch and Portuguese. reach, is National Park. It is a real playground, There is a very early map of Australia in close to the city, where one can play cricket,[...]et pitch may be a creek-bed, dry in sum- Australia is called "Big Java" (Java La Grande). For mer, b[...]er in winter. Man has two hundred years, Australia was known as "New introduced civilisation as well with hot water ki[...]blished in 1638, referred to the the park, with-. its untouched gullies, its wild flowers, vague Southern Continent as Australis Incognita- - its brooks, and its gum trees, to leave it a natural Unknown Australia and up to the year 1850 Eng- as well as a National Park. It is not until one has land still referred to this country as New Holland: poked about those gullies that one reali[...]the man who was responsible for having th e South Australia has wild-flowers of its own, not with name changed to Australia was that brave and able a glory of waratah or bor[...]the Flinders River are all named after him. made National Park, and Adelaide has been quite satisfie[...]he main. These, then, are the Adelaide Hills. Most of them are known only by name to the Survey Depart- A PRETTY GOOD RELIGION. ment, although some of them, like Mount Lofty and Mount Barker, have[...]A little more giving--a little less greed, most part they are nameless, and no one cares. They[...]A l'ttle more We—a little less I, most of the natives of Adelaide know where you[...] | |
[...]t, Gladstone—son. laurel, show that some gardener must have been I. S. Lamb,[...]N. T. McBeth, Mosman—daughter. itself in the fluffy, white seed which travels far and W. J. McCarthy, Ashiield daughter. wide on the wind, and[...]tyre, Admin.—dghtr. fireweed because of its speed in becoming estab- R. J. McMo[...]W. S. Napier, Innisfail son. flaunts its summer dresses, some of a full, rich crim- P. S. Needham, Hobart daughter. son, while in two deep sites closest to the Cathedral, P. L. Newman, Roma daughter. purple buddleia, s[...]. Norris, C.S.B., Brisbane son. freely. This most welcome of all transformation W[...]. From Charing Cross, at London's heart,[...]g along have been cloaked with wild flowers like some In happy throng. Pantomime transf[...]f sweat and blood, and toil, and tears, eading parts, but the featured players are equally Till hard-won Peace a ttractive—there is a lovely wild pink that migh[...] | |
[...]ttle town of Port Campbell would seem to commend itself as one of the highly eligible[...]of them is extremely difficult. Each of the "Apostles is separated from its fellows. They stand like senti-[...]backgrounc Western District, and it you look for its position on of cliffs no less grim than t[...]hese, together receive the rewards of one of the most attractive with the level top or "deck"—com[...]mediaeval endowment to Port Campbell's gallery of, Port Campbell itself is a homely cluster of habi- geological oddities. And "The Twelve Apostles tation set out on a low headland, the easterl[...]of subjects east and west of the little town and its cove the whose assimilation incurs hou[...]this the drama of the sea Nevertheless it relaxes its sternness a little in the is inseparable[...]id to be is a line of rocks known as "The Twelve Apostles." the identical vessel in which Fawkner's party came Any uncertainty concerning the merit[...] | |
[...]rly view. intervals between these wrecks, some of which fol- it appears, some twelve hours later when the atten- | |
[...]PORT CAMr BELL— ( ) The Twelve Apostles, (2) The open coast, The scene of the w[...]tocrat of the COR[...]ecent months ten days and nights, attracted more than 800 | |
[...]2 4 () BANK NEWS FROM THE 3 /6‘ CHES[...]is 'When I was in Hay . . ." or "You some description, but do quite well nevertheless. | |
[...]46 their daughter Kathleen (now Mrs. Gibson) is home heart's desire, i.e., a return to Melbourne. He has | |
[...]we only get that quantity staff is seeking activities on which to expend surplus every five or six years. Unless some is forwarded. energy, and tennis and foot[...]have been pared to receive some more dust during the coming made for a t[...]Peter Ewing, after being with us for almost a HOBART.--Shortly before the New Year we were Year, graspe[...]ber. He was aged only 19 years, and had almost Slater, who have joined u[...]whilst endeavouring to find somewhere to com his life The others were Bob Wilkinson (R.A.A.F.), mence a home with his Canadian bride, who, we who was killed in an aircraft accident in New hope, will find happiness[...]ood Branch as Accountant. Our good men on active service, John was, of course, one of[...]fter tion, he was greatly liked by all who knew him. having been with us[...]a longer list than caused some excitement among the girls — Mari b[...]cently made their Armoured Division, took part in the landing at debut. The fact that there will .be few, if any, cloth- Labuan,[...]George Gandy, after two years spent in New undaunted, though they ma[...]ate on Savings Bank interest with such an artillery unit in Bougainville. He also held the Important event in mind. r[...]lo express appreciation of the action of the Head Another to whom the la[...]Office Staff Club in arranging a party for the lieutenant, married (in May,[...]to attend, and all pronounced it a most enjoyable of the other islands, including Ocean Island and Party.[...]Fred Michael, who, we understand, is almost the Rex Dwyer, who was L.A.C. in the R[...]taff to obtain discharge, stationed in many parts of Australia, mainly in returned home from the North the day after our own Western Australia (at Rottnest Island and at a point[...] | |
[...]at of Rex Tierney on 13th was stationed mainly in New South Wales and April at Hobart to Miss Josie Malcharek, who joined Queensland, a[...]ining the ser- was at the Anglerea Barracks at Hobart. vice at Launceston Branch.[...]We have recently congratulated Burt Wynn on same time, was Ted Rees. Prior to that, he had been[...]Birch, who joined the staff at this Branch, parts of Australia he was at Morotai. enlisted from Devonport. He was in Artillery, and A wedding of staff inter[...]ar- later Engineers, and was a corporal. He spent some garet Briggs to A./B. Graeme King, a son o[...]3rd Since his return to this office he has spent some May, was largely attended, especially by t[...]still some period of service in prospect, Mrs. King Anot[...]er-in-law, having seen his son safely married Hobart spent some time in New South Wales departed next day for Melbourne, after ten years Branches, enlisting from HomeNew Guinea. He Another recently far[...]n, who was a corporal in the taking part was Mr. A. 0. Gifford, who left us some R.A.A.F., resumed a little later. Leaving the Bra[...]ries of Rehabilita - and the far north of Western Australia. He came tion Officer to his oth[...]being south in August, 19441, and for the latter part of his taken by Mr. D. M. Richard. service wa[...]India a year ago. It was written spent the early part of his service in the vicinity of on 26th May,[...]an A./B. mine- He has also visited many parts of Malaya, including sweeping in the waters thereabouts. Later, in the[...]t the time of the discharge and passage to Australia will be arranged surrender, and spent somenews went round Hobart when war was declared--Max Stokes is back with[...]ith this end in view, invited all the staff to to Australia he was stationed at Hobart for some a super picture party. Each member received a time before obtaining hi[...]perience in the waters adjacent organised party numbered about seventy, to Australia and New Guinea, he was in the Mildura occupied the[...]tely a section leader in the supper party for the "weaker" sex and s W.A.A.A.F.[...]"stronger" for their banking brothers. Hobart staf f The weddings of two others of o[...] | |
[...]itant of We have had the pleasure of renewing old this Branch reveal the startling fact that this Sugar friendships with our Managers[...]is McIntyre and C. D. "Bank Notes' for some years, and we feel that this Thomas respectively), and wish we could have more state of affairs should be remedied, especially after such visits. Mr. McIntyre spent a week-end here re[...]for the presentation of the Ayr Rotary Club's charter, sented in the June issue.[...]the town a visit in order to show it fact that we have a river here known as the Burde-[...]other communication with the northern part of this State of Branches, and we should also like to compli[...]ess of the situa- you on the very excellent articles and items which tion, as far as c[...]of moisture. 4 Burdekin in this area for most of the year is just a The city is beginning to don its gala dress for dry sand bed, about hal[...]balance rush. well to our popular Mr. Martin (our Accountant- To date we have n[...]se of eller), who left for a similar post at Mount Morgan, classification, although seni[...]job in the last five years are as gal- something more tangible still in the shape of a[...]—among us again, also to welcome our new Accountant (Mr. McRae) and we are trebly pleased to welcome them. .61 and his wife. Mr. Martin, for the fourteen months There are m[...]with which our "A" class ington with his darts. Edna left us on the 1st to wireless[...]her marriage to Norm McLeod—once of Part when Mr. Martin was transferred here from that this office[...]in the and to be wed., Noreen Ryan and Des Bartlett have North. We have also welcomed a new Teller (Mr. also left us to pursue othe[...]ings Bank, Sydney. Barney way. Another newcomer to the staff is Mr. Gordon Handyside[...]ng his presence felt in the Bank and out of it. New Year. Mr. Ryan, after less than a mont[...]Hetherington, D. Hoare, M. Norris, B. Agnew, and fident that this is but a step to[...]y in Socially the Bank has been holding its own. the minority, with the ratio exactly reversed Miss Dances which were held in A[...]our only temporary female clerk, having most successful, and the young fry enjoyed them[...] | |
[...]e been transferred to the Ad- September-December, most Branches failed to con- ministrative (Secretary's Department). Mr. C. H. tribute—Sydney office being no[...]. & Stock Department; Miss J. E. Winter to Parra-[...]Mr. Oliver Wood left us swelled our ranks, some of whom were on our Syd- to take up the duties of Accountant at Newcastle. ney staff before joining up. They ar[...]B. H. Christie, H. T. E. Coutts, H. G. More, his new sphere were conveyed to him by our C[...]osh, P. H. Handel, F. P. Smith, H. F. I. We heartily congratulate Mr. P. C. Caffery on his Langwo[...]Adelaide. Ryan, R. W. Henshall, I. A. Stewart, Maurice James, Mr. Caffery joined the Bank in Br[...]of which was that we have room for more. of Acting Chief Clerk. Although Mr. Caffery re-[...]anches are:-- ceived notification of his transfer some time ago, Messrs. K. E. Burrell, from the C.[...]Staff, staff difficulties prevented his early departure for Sydney; E. R. Crichton, from Mosman; G.[...]Loans), G. M. Blackbourn, from Chatswood; D. C. new duties early in July. Our Accountant presented[...]rest of the staff when he said that Staff; Stewart Pittman, from Bondi Junction; G. W.[...]n, from Arncliffe; Holder of the Bonds & Stock Department, who has L. N. Rowling, from Inverell[...]ppointed as Mr. Caffery's successor. Newcastle; and M. J. Hodgson, from Neutral Bay. C[...]the end of the war, and members been appointed to Newtown and Dungog respec- of the permanen[...]kemore, P. A. Wells, been in the Mortgage Bank Department since the J. M. F. Hesse, H. J. M. Petley, G. J. Witcombe, Jean latter part of 1944, has been transferred to that Corner, R. D. Murray, Pamela Coleman, S. W. Orr, department.[...] | |
[...]gressing satisfactorily, and we hope he continues of the lucky few who have managed to find a house. When asked how they managed it, they mer[...]ge, Overseas in-charge of our Housing Department on the 1st Department, presented Miss Gwen Witcombe with[...]the supervisor of training for the Bank's a handsome silver teapot when she left to be mar- E[...]l), and also read us an from Scotland, arrived in Australia, and to all intents extract from a press cutting in the "Sun," which and pur[...]an Ryan . . . However, the Merchant Navy changed its mind For the last six years Mr. Ry[...]"beaut" speech for him, -and that last night he knew their home in that city. Dorothy said that she hated i s off by heart, but to-day he couldn't remember a leaving all th[...], she supposes word of it. Referring to the handsome leather golf "home's where the heart is!" bag which had[...]e. who had a new bag and he had hell frigthened out News from boys in the Services has naturally[...]considerably. someone! He said this with a fiendish glint in his[...]Mr. Ryan also received two new golf balls of Japanese war criminals. Gordon lear[...]o into recess until the Leading/Seaman Des Agnew, R.A.N., has at end of July. Pressur[...]gular last received his discharge and is enjoying some attendance at practices, and very little headway leave before resumin[...]s to obtain his dis- choir in the Business Houses Eisteddfod at the end charge. The Navy seems to[...]of the year, and this will incorporate some very make a final decision in these matter[...] | |
[...]red) Edwards has a changes have taken place—in fact, so many staff Anthony, and Bert Jones,[...]Neill has resumed duties from Military Leave, and active member of the Katoomba Rotary and Bowling[...]are re- the managerial chair, and we give him a hearty turning from the Services and taking[...]anch of the Commonwealth Bank Officers Corowa and Newcastle offices respectively. Also Associ[...]if all matters brought under its notice for attention Miss M. Tonkin, who had been[...]nd and those of other banks. staff---in fact, we sometimes envy her when she Although new officers are gradually returning goes home laden with beautiful flowers that cus- t[...]n to leave us to travel to the Mother his new duties at Brisbane Branch. We congratulate Countr[...]wish him and his wife say there is a distinct attraction on the other side; and family every succes[...]ure. We also however, whoever or whatever the attraction is, we extend a hearty welcome to our new Accountant wish her all the best.[...]s. Congrats., Laurie; Less happy was the departure of our head girl, Miss hope you and your wife[...]rely hoped that her health will return to arrive home late for tea, knowing banking hours! normal again in her new occupation, that of a lady Katoomba was rece[...]ho resigned from the Gloucester and Mr. Chifley. Some of the speeches General Bank. Yet another of our girls, Miss Brenda took place practically in front of the Bank, and many[...]hort time t hundreds of people gathered outside, including commence duties at our Brisbane Branch. She wiil various members of the staff. Some of the younger carry with her our utmost wishes for her future male members availed thems[...]en he was up on a stool. seems oblivious to most events going on about him watching thru' the win[...]her "b°11 months. The Manager's office is to be somewhere voyage." up the other end of the bank, and additional counter We take this opportunity[...] | |
[...]e this which every day are reported lost, but the most opportunity of expressing our pleas[...]k, their peace-time occupation after active service. and when asked where he last had it,[...]tore it up and used it for ADELAIDE.---The most exciting item of news is that cigarette papers."[...]building of the Before signing off for this quarter, we wish Savings Bank of South Australia in Currie Street, everyone "good balancing."[...]The War Loan Organisation has vacated its offices retirement. Over eighty officers honoured the on our second floor, so that our two new depart-. occasion in a happy spirit of goodwill; among t[...]ormer Assistant former staff returned from their wartime services. Accountant (Mr. R. B. Tay[...]eather suitcase and cheque Housing Department, and Mr. L. P. Nailer (formerly was made with[...]Manager of the Industrial Finance Department. The also leaves the Branch to report at Pert[...]Commonwealth Savings Bank also had to move its later date. Correspondence Department to second floor to ease Messrs. Georg[...]golfing tour of the ing easier, including Mr. M. C. James (Manager, Northern Rivers and So[...]amilton, Vic.), Mr. F. F. Leak (Manager, Crow's most happy.[...]essrs. trial, Mr. Thompson will be happy in his new A. N. Armstrong and J. H. Breden,[...]here for a meeting of the Capital Issues Board. , vironment, and that his good[...]ed by A.I.F, now serving in Tokio, In fact, Bonds and | |
[...]Tune 1946 Stock Department has been "in the news," Misses training as a nurse at[...]g suite tal, and we miss her sunny smile. | |
[...]A US TRAL/AN AND NEW ZEALAND STAMPS By K. N. ALLEN. AUSTRALIAN and New Zealand troops have | |
[...]£8,000 alone was raised for the benefit of New Zea- landing at Gallipoli was also commemorated by land Returned Soldiers' Association. New Zealand, two stamps being issued in April, The design of the stamps was actually a com- 1936. These portrayed a New Zealand "Anzac" in posite one, the "An[...]kit standing contemplatively on a headland New Zealand Permanent Forces specially posed at the P[...]which "landing" of 1915. NEW ZEALAND STAMPS OF WORLD WAR II.[...]peace and tranquility! The green penny with its | |
[...]wing is good, and the fern. More or less conventional in idea; symbolism care and skill displayed[...]t does H.M.N.Z.S. penny with its little Waiho Church altar "Achilles" on the le[...]lopes and snow-laden Franz Josef waves in all parts of the world. Traditional Glacier. This is my second ch[...]engraving harmonise in stamp pro- conventional value shield is shown in[...]The shilling stamp in its blue-grey in green and deep ultramarine is exce[...]it would have told the story of "remem- side of New Zealand's coat-of-arms in scarlet ver- branc[...]seen in the murki- parture from the[...]colour. all the work connected with its production is first Before closing, as a fellow-artist and engraver, class. Symbolising "Freedom fr[...]te James Berry on the tribute to workers on the home front. I think, of all care, cultured thought a[...]allowed, what a man ought complete man, must be something more than a to be. mere breadwinner and must have something be- That is the meaning of[...]e knowledge necessary to earn his living. its aim--the making of men; and clearly it is dif- 1-[...]have as good a mind, body and he or an artisan or a clerk, but that character as possible; and a liberal education is[...] | |
[...]expect that a road leading to a river should and its war-torn affairs die away, becoming but a[...]l titude of harbour trips from which bridge itself to facilitate travellers' devotions. one can c[...]y has perhaps the first claim church as an act of piety worthy of all e ncourage tc popularity.[...], an enviable Australian tan. Manly's in[...]ns. There is always a Dominating the harbour, Australia's most mag- friendliness and intimate gaiety p[...]Steady processions of trippers tribute to the character of the Australian workman. wend along the wide, tree-lined[...]draw travellers from all parts of the world to-day;[...]Australia, regarding which, as I have often[...]1 oads of Australia with the coastal roads of other[...]in other countries, is entirely artificial. It ,[...]average Australian coastal road natural and unl[...] | |
[...]journey ends. The last part of the river is like the[...]sylvan richness to an almost savage beauty.[...]freshing as change and loss. There are even some phases that Sleep. Fairy Bower, set in foliage[...]ote of "August's panting benediction ere you depart. heart of fire." It is in December that the brooding[...]rch among the clean rocks at heats of an Australian summer break upon the glow- Shelly Beach, wher[...]As we turn towards home with the low sun at 'Twixt Manly and Palm[...]compares favourably with To me, it is an Australian picture of unsurpassed an ny of the coastal[...]beaches and coves, the loveliness of which is almost impos- ,s ible to put into words—Narrabeen, Dee[...]e a Poem. A coastal road truly magnificent, with its romantic marriages of land and water offering a f[...]and a delight to the eye. Barrenjoey Lighthouse, standing on the[...] | |
[...]that unlucky surfer if he had been shore particularly one on which[...]lice are very close foam. The sort of well-known Australian surf beach relatives of the slaters or woo[...]has to look Although we have in the surf beach a most fascinat- closely to detect them, as they are coloured exactly. ing place for the sun-tanned surfer to spend a[...]ng glare of the sun, and in winter swept Sometimes on an ocean beach the waves wash by the cold[...]of seaweed, torn from the sea floor by pick for a home all the year round, even if one storms.[...]a general idea of the background their very active hopping movements remind us into which the animal subjects of this article fit, we very much of the well-known flea insect of the land. can begin some details of them by telling a little At tim[...]eaches near Sydney came from the But I knew 1 might find them there. Most people water after his bathe, and lay in a quiet[...]s warm, and soon would be supporting such active forms of life. he dozed off to sleep. It was three hours before he Now for something about another sand dweller eventually woke. Shadows had crept across the At the back of most of our ocean beaches the sand beach, and the surf[...]se dunes searching with our eyes we are sure Some of you probably think the stinging was[...] | |
[...]that part of the beach where the foaming water from depth t[...]eat ocean, without ever seeing a over which they dart this way and that when dis-[...]out a , have wandered at night I have noticed particularly w[...]t to remain out of sight if never tempted In some places the active night life of the swift to come up by th[...]most interesting to see beach worms being col-[...]ning Straight away the captive is drawn up from its of Incurrent Siphon. 4.[...]sandy home. Specimens may measure anything[...]from the sand. Sometimes the worm[...]Living in the same[...] | |
[...]. This is also a British must tell you something of them, before we finish. interest, both na[...]y different from development, as to what would be most con- that of the common garden s[...]c development large crawling foot is something very suitable for in Arab countries are not[...]he classes from which Arab shovel-like part which drives forward through the national leadership is drawn. This conflict between[...]objectively considered, and the mouth, with its little curled rasp of a tongue. The self-interest[...]cannibals, and burrow in search of attributed to some peculiarity in the Arab mind. It other sh[...]ictims is a more universal phenomenon than that. Its and bore holes in their shells large[...]nce of Arab regimes. This antithesis may present itself sharply when the time comes for the Near Creatures of the Sand Beath concluded. Eastern States to make use of the considerable ster- ling bala[...]the shellfish, and very different in character from during the war. These represent an irreco[...]one would, perhaps, opportunity for the planned capitalisation of agricul- expect to lie hidden in a sandy home. Pipi is the ture and industry. But the decision[...]ependent and oysters, and like them, has its body enclosed States, by the Arab Governments themselves.[...]n the loosened sand. Reaching down with This article has sought to show that, in helping a h[...]out into the light of day. We find it to be somewha peoples, Britain serves at once their interes[...]And its two shells fit so snugly together thattheir her[...]which may soon be gravely embarrassed by violent action could get inside if the joint were no[...]rcling the Eastern pipi must, of course, gape its shell when feeding, in[...]will be more than ever necessary in the critical post- sieve openings, through which not a grain of[...]monly used as delicate articles of food. The i h Life on a Tidal Flat concluded. Toheroa shellfish of New Zealand is one whc[...]And whin you have used it, then gathered from somewhere and scattered arounri by[...]long shells, thick at one Someone else may use it too. end and thinning to a poi[...]o have Still are just as good as new![...]unless we Better than a brand-new frown! W.[...] | |
[...]irement from the ser- vice of the Bank, of one of its most highly-esteemed[...]dch bear eloquent testimony to the calibre of the post of Chief Inspector which he has held since[...]its very infancy in 1912 (he was appointed only two[...]umanitarian quali- Murdoch has been one of its mainsprings during the ties with intellectual cap[...]t also of all members of held a similar post with the Commercial Bank of the staff with whom his series of executive appoint- Australia Ltd., from which Bank he joined our ser- ments brought him into contact. Gifted with great vice. During the period he occupied this post he perspicacity and lucidity of expression, his ready acted on occasion as Manager, Brisbane (1923),[...] | |
[...]ement cember, 1930. From 1935 to 1937 he held the post of the Bank would worthily carry on the[...]The Governor feelingly replied to Mr. South Australia, in which State he was born on 19th doch's glowing tribute[...]of long standing. Commenc ing with Mr. Murdoch's post as first Branch Account- We deeply regre[...]urn him. and distinction. The Governor eulogised particu The late Mr. Aldridge was born at Hamilton, New larly the part he had played in establishing and Zealan[...]Exchange Control, which had un- of New South Wales, with which institution he had doubtedly been most successfully administered, been for ov[...]dom to take charge of the Overseas Department, and was[...]incidents by all with whom he came in contact. His loss of the early days of the Bank, Mr. Arm[...]referred to the grea, When he goes home, dear Lord, may he be met By some tanned crony of his fishing days, growth of the B[...]And sometimes, margin for the truth. to say ness w[...] | |
[...]e whole service will him to one of the most important positions in the regret to learn that[...]e Bank. he was destined for still higher posts. Such a bril- Mr. Wright had been absent o[...]es go to Mr. Wright with the sin- After some months in hospital and a conva- cere[...]m responsibility lescence marked by his characteristic spirit of reso- will lead to his comp[...]herefore entered upon the Union Bank of Australia Ltd., with which insti- his retirement as f[...]sland branches prior to joining the Common- its development to lose the services of such a[...]I.F., Mr. standing ability and force of character had taken Wright resumed at Bri[...] | |
[...]to Bundaberg Branch, being Appointed Acting Manager (Melbourne) in Feb- subsequently appoi[...]ry distin- bourne office for the greater part of the difficult war guished service to the Bank.[...]in the ing banks, with whom he came in contact in con- Staff and Inspectors' Departments until, he was nection with Central B[...]the helpful spirit in which they encompass some of the things which the rush of were conducted. D[...]r- events has prevented me from doing for some ried out a number of special assignments, including years past." Later on he hopes to establish a home a period in 1931/1932 when he acted as Staff Inspec- near Sydney. tor and played an important part in the difficult staff re-organisation consequent upon the amalgama- tions of the Western Australian State Savings Bank and the Government Savings Bank of N.S.W. with the Commonwealth Bank. He also acted as Assist- ant Manager (Melbourne) whilst the p[...]write them ourselves. assumed important duties in the newly-established If we don't, we are too fond of our own stuff. Exchange Control Department. His knowledge and If we don't print[...]ntrols in the early days of Now, like as not, some will say we swiped this from some other the war.[...] | |
[...]cation at St. Joseph's College, and State High School, joined the Bank's lege, joined the B[...]Northcote Branch on 9th October, 1942. in the Home Defence from that point in this point he enl[...]rn to base After training as a pilot he was posted was presumed killed on bombing opera- after an operational flight in the South to an operational squadron in England, tions over Essen, Germa[...]He was presumed killed in action in New Guinea.[...]/Officer L. F. Ritchie—presumed action, life on escort duti[...] | |
[...]PLEASE T HE recent statement that Sydney is to have its | |
[...]September 1946 Its intricate mechanism en-[...]als for the hours being | |
[...]rom Sydney, yet. and already seems quite at home in Adelaide Mr. H. P. Brock, on[...]avy men, Branch. Incidentally, it seems the only "home" he proudly announced the arrival of a so[...]we hope he can soon be re- Mr. M. C. Martin (Bonds and Stock) also has another united with his family, but the housing position is son, Glenn Arthur. certainly acute.[...]owing Mr. J. D. Swanson's transfer to Why- most of us). We enclose copy of the citation, and alla[...]mmon was transferred from Launces- The most important function this quarter was the ton, and Mr. D. W. Morgan from Melbourn[...]it has not been one-way traffic— a welcome home to ex-Servicemen. When the first Mr. F. A. Cole has left us for Broken Hill, and we welcome home gathering was held, only a few offi- have had thr[...]r restrictions came like a bolt Government Department also has reluctantly had from the blue one night before, and the Four Hund- to part with Miss Merle B'aily, and at an afternoon tea[...]or heat for supper pastries. laide and make her home in Sydney. Miss H. G. The weather! Wel[...]come to the visitors, and brought down the house ,drew near Australia, as they each had a bride on when[...]scussions over a board (both were married on the same day in "licence" for the evening—t[...]played "There'll always be We reported last quarter that Mr. C. W. R. Mason an England,[...] | |
[...]resident's request, Mrs. W. H. Thummler hisnew d g. (wife of our Accountant and a[...]he felt sure their Max Viney. experience in Australia would be equally happy.[...]ing farewell to a most popular member of our staff Greig, Conigrave, Has[...]e in Launceston. He was presented cessful welcome home party. During the war the Cricket Club went into r[...]the same time welcomed his successor (Mr. Ruff), Banks' Cr[...]n 2nd ever seeing sunshine as nil. These almost Antarcticf January, 1941, as D.A.A. and Q.M.G., a[...]s been transferred The various moves, and in particular "Lustre," from Hobart, and no doubt is finding new surround - 'Demon," "Sea Deep," etc., threw a fur[...]numbered 4,000 per night. credit to its captain, Max Large. At all times he maintaine[...]sy gave complete satis- Max also did some very good work a few mont t e, faction to all concerned, senior and junior.[...]function,. with its pre-war festivity, was highly s ts,[...] | |
[...]appy romance also blossomed over General Bank ledgers. Picnickers, all sprea[...]alled only by the bang at a most amazing rate. Shirley is the secre- leaping flame[...]flourish, and on our early days almost half the - staff anyone game enough to sit on the[...]pitous gullies along practice must be good, because Des Brain carried the ri[...]for the Teams Match Trophy. The day was mar- heart is our one and only Tom Crook. Mind you,[...]ly 110 miles from every morning (all about weekly statements, deposi- Wagga[...] | |
[...]junior players of the Newcastle district.[...]Bill Steward of Newcastle West, and John,[...]Shirley, Ian Newton and John Carey c'r[...]Newcastle district, and the match will '[...]nedah, and Dan Harris, from Newcastle w e e, magic of this "Call of the Wild."[...]Sanderson (Overseas Department, Sydney)'[...]riwteifl lt an; been conspicuous by its absence over these last ments held b[...]sick leave. appear to be the same without her. We look forward to having you back with us again, will be very happy in her new surroundings, and, Marie, and no doubt when Decem[...]ank this we feel certain, she will be most PoPular an. a- Notes" appears we will all be able[...]l about sp l enhd id v rt ise m ent for Newcastle. A c°51biri er. t it the b[...]Miss Lorna Orrett left us to take up 1)"--ded NEWCASTLE. Sorry we missed June issue. Our[...]t here that June issue was asked for weeks before its the of an electric iron[...]Joice volunteered for service at Dar spring with its glorious sunshine, minus the cold a[...]orrrtite0o, westerlies, not far away. Winter with its cold tem-[...]t a to break lances, as it were, with the Bank of New which, we trust, he will use to[...] | |
[...]son, John Shulin tive programme of future activities. The first event and Ian Newton, who have won blazers by virtue of i[...]ber of Central No. 1 The pending departure of our Manager (Mr. team; and the other two la[...]. parties lately. Mr. McIntyre has won the respect W[...]Legacy of all with whom he has come in contact, and his at the City Hall in early September, at[...]mpton. He debutantes will be presented. Of these, most come carries with him the sincere apprec[...]warm welcome to Mr. Miller Mr. McIntyre's something about the famous Hill.[...]was to Ayr Branch as Accountant. Prior to his departure, given a farewell party by the male members of the a farewell party was held at the Bank, at which Mrs. staff.[...]—John was the first from Mount Morgan under the new Edwards. He wears the happiest of expressions, Commonwealth Bank Act, and expressed apprecia- and when spoken to replies in a most absent-minded tion of Mr. McRae's full co-operauu[...]he paid us a flying visit whilst on At the same time we extend a hearty welcome holidays from Toowoomba office. to Mr. F. A. I. Martin, who takes over the vacated Since last quarter five new officers have been position, and to Mr. G. D. Kra[...]oss from Military Leave. May their stay here be a most Davies, Frank O'Brien, Peter Sykes and J.[...]Mr. G. N. Havig and Mr. one until next quarter. F. W. O'Brien, both of whom joined the Bank at[...]have a snapshot included wish them well at their new Branches. in this issue, sho[...]mall paragraph as Melbom (A.I.F.) and from W./O. Martin (R.A.A.F.). well. Both appeared really[...]oking forward to The dust storms have started nice and early, early discharges and return to[...]are a weekly occurrence. The hDetails of the new classification were received writer had a trip to Bourke recently, and the news- Wi t general satisfaction, and we are all looking paper reports of[...]ch during the last few months that it is with a start we realise that September is here, and with it ti[...]of busy days the Social Committee has gone into action" again, and has arranged an attrac-[...] | |
[...]ave any appeals to hear. new Manager (Mr. Bradbury) and his wife. Our air[...]den- honour at a cocktail party, held at the Palace Hotel/ tally, what the pilot[...]) arranged in Mr. Ward's honour by distributed, practically the whole population of[...](our new Accountant), who took the place of Mr. PERTH.—A[...]ges, queen came to us from Hobart, and we think he will oi including the transfer of several executive officers. like Western Australia as much as his predecess One afternoon, towar[...]the staff. All, while regretting State Savings Bank branch at William Street at the Pert[...]officers to purchase some gift which will remind him of his[...] | |
[...]en. are full of the wonder of life in a new country. She The opportunity was also taken of sa[...]ed in to be given in October, of the "Bartered Bride," a the last twelve months this is no l[...]Don Cameron and engagements announced, including those of Mr. Jack Arnold, are still in military h[...]Bank, and is holidaying in the eastern States prior The male staff has recently been augme[...]on with Bonds and Stock work. There have been some losses amongst the girls, Mr. Mason, who made a goodwill tour of all apart from the large number who resigned early Branches in the State, except Mount Magnet and in the year to be marrie[...]other Wiluna, was Accountant in Perth some years ago. Positions.[...]n the far north with her sister at Broome, was posted at the time of the visit of the King and Queen,[...]We are sorry to report that Miss Eileen Mackie Department, took the opportunity of a transfer to (our telephonist) has been ill for some time, but Albany, so that she might be close to h[...]with her hus- garet Jensen of B. & S. Department, and Mr. Basil band, who is in the Navy. Both[...]the late Mr. Clifton, an ex-State Savings Bank officer, A popular former lady m[...]etired from the position of manager at Metro Jean Newsham, is missed by all. Jean, who left in[...]ing conditions Bank, during the war conducted the newsletter to has given impetus to sta[...]enthusiastically attended, for the in touch with home during their years of service. main part by the younger people; whilst a bridge News has reached us of the marriage of Miss party in June was well patronised by non-dancers. Joan[...]eut./commander in the U.S.A. Navy, fact that balls are now fairly easily procurable is C[...]uch appreciated. Championship tournaments were Department, flew from New Zealand to San Fran- held recently on t[...]ere by her fiance and two of his took part declared that they had had a splendid rela[...] | |
[...]out to them both. which held early in August, attracted representa- tives from twenty-one clubs sponsor[...]ord heat and well in early matches, expect with practice to get cold have been experienced since t[...]elcome the following members of the staff The State Championship Tournaments of Table who hav[...]. Jones, from Bondi has now expanded, being twice its former size, and Junction; G. H. Lemcke, fro[...]the facilities ministrative (Inspector's Department); B. L. Otton, offering. The library now has some 2,800 books to from Manly; D. G. Stark, from Toowoomba; A. M. which new titles are being added constantly, and a Sto[...]nmore; P. C. Upton, from Lindfield; good range of Australian, English, and American and. M. C. Wieck,[...]ally was a member of Sydney office ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT. ----- Advertising De- prior to his enlistment in the R.A.N.), E. A. Bennets, partment being the headquarters of "Bank Notes," W. Heslop, N. F. H[...]our multigraph section gone to the Stores Department, Flinders Street; J. E. from Newtown Branch at the end of 1945, and is now Ho[...]e (Industrial Finance one of the operators of the new multilith machine; Department); A. G. Stewart, to Brisbane; and Misses Miss Patricia Duprez was[...]A. Ellis, to the Administrative (Inspector's Depart- same section from Paddington Branch in May last.[...]pon became general office typiste. their home in Marseilles in the south of France. Mr. Bru[...]was very sudden, as her father attached to the department, left in May, and after a received notice[...]e shortly. Whilst on leave prior to his tising Department as messenger. actual retirement, Mr. Clarke has paid us a few | |
[...]17 visits, making us feel envious with his talk of mid- HOBART.—Since our last issue four returned Ser-[...]er. Mr. Stubbin's quiet presence will be some weeks in hospital. He rejoined us on 1st[...]Norman Phillips, though he belongs to Hobart, | |
[...]Can- 1940; his career with us was interrupted by some berra, Mr. P. M. Merrotsy from Cairns, and Mr. J. W. years in the Army. From news received he appears Dickson from Kyogle. to have settled down comfortably in his new We also welcome from the Services[...]son, E. A. Doorey, G. P. Armstrong, K. B. Noble, most of the war years, resigned from the service on[...]grown rapidly since the her at an afternoon tea party attended by all the lady ex-Servicemen started to return. We've welcomed members of the staff.[...], and bougan- (Mr. Norman Gilmour), who some ten weeks ago villea gladden the eye with riotous[...]e recently Mr. R. J. Sandaver arrived from bane a capital city well worth visiting so see to it, the sou[...]lidays come! now instilling some of his "system" into us as Savings Bank Department is positively glorying Accountant. in half-past four days when we have some daylight The Church of England and Cath[...]and Shir- Cupid has been very busy in this department ley Bowen appeared in the former, an[...]for these momentous events. ham, Elma Marriott to Arthur Prince, and Beryl Mac- A few weeks ag[...]ing elected president. He hopes to of sunshine at home. be able to a[...]ch to the disgust of our local farmers, we are Department, on their engagements.[...]er, but the We have to congratulate Mrs. Jim Bartlett new arrivals from the south are constantly reminded ([...]om Paddington (0.), Miss WOT ! NO NEWS FROM MELBOURNE? | |
[...]any of this flood water, and now people in some of his retirement from the Bank's service, our M[...]stock. it was due to continued ill health that, acting upon Butter production has fallen, and as[...]side clock as a tangible re other than those who knew what his row of service minder of friends[...]the staff also entertained Margaret at a who saw active service in World War I. from Mons soc[...]r Manager, in making Bank Holiday proved a most enjoyable day when a presentation on behalf of th[...]was the resumption of the pre-war inter-city visits. became known to the Bank and of his efficient se[...]the enjoy long years of well-earned rest after so active staff the Manager at present is conductin[...]appreciated. with the Royal Regiment of Artillery, and rose from the rank of gunner to lieute[...]United Pro- KATOOMBA. -- During the past quarter we have vinces of India, proceeded[...]argo Tonkin, who, we thought, was going to Australia. After some service with other Government departments he became a member of overseas[...], "Des." 30th August, 1946. We feel proud of the fact that A staff tennis club has been started and our We are the only North Coast town to att[...]o get a few sets in on Wednesday afternoons, contract to the corresponding period of last year, as well as at the week-ends. when Lismore experienced its record flood. On that With the[...] | |
[...]in order to expedite her loading and departure, was fifty years when Sydney has invaded[...]nd night. And there, with the col- tage points of its foreshores. There have been liers alongside, she met with one of the most Royal visits, visits by naval squadrons and notable extraordinary accidents in the history of Australian ships of the merchant navy, the commemoration of[...]g thousands have ever set forth opinion as to its cause. One supports the theory of pressed by a mo[...]ay, November 11, 1882, valve. In other quarters it was held that, due to caused Sydney to throw its unfinished newspaper the summer night, the portholes were open and that aside, hurry through its breakfast, and reach for its water overflowing from the tanks in the lower hole hat. During the most comfortable hours of its sleep increased a list which had developed w[...]at festations of intrusion with the coming of the new by some unaccountable mistake the closing of the day. That morning brought the electrifying news lower ports was neglected until[...]disaster was inevitable. settled by the stern, in some amazing manner, The Austral sank i[...]ip was a notable Now when any vessel, through some curious feat for those days. Divers clo[...]bow. Lifting opera- she cannot do it without attracting public interest. tions were commenced on F[...]m- pleted her second v oy- age from England to Australia, and a fter t discharging her cargo ORIENT LINER "AUSTRAL" | |
[...]Nearly a quarter of a century had[...]in a little over another quarter-century[...]Bay to see what remained of the smart[...]most certainly is not likely to present[...]cennes, 1740 tons, a comparatively new[...]ing to the statement of the first three four months after the acci[...]e was then towed to shallow response, the statement went on, her master, Captain water and beache[...]difficult to imagine a more probable cause. including the purser, lost their lives, and of the[...]ort's Dock, and commissioned early in magnificent new steamer Austral, which had only 1894, succeeding a wooden vessel of the same just completed her second voyage to the Australian name which was claimed to have been the firs[...]capsized it. One of their Sydney's throwing down its morning paper and number was carried seaward, but he was fortunately Putting on its hat. For myself they were days which pi[...] | |
[...]ay the Clan Maclntyre was pitching in refloated almost undamaged. a heav[...]the weather of 27th was the precursor of something Of those strange disappearances at sea w[...]blic mind than the disappearance of any news of her, the overdue liner became a centre[...]inexorable and sinister, as though the reactions of the Sydney public; to the theories unhappy[...]"the man in the street," to the face to face with some terrifying agent of the negative pre[...]ard of Trade inquiry was held in London, Randwick home watching this new steamer, whose and it occupied two m[...]the ship's company, others went from Australia or Miller's Point and steam stolidly for the Head[...]The Court delivered its finding on February 23, end long before it could[...]1911, and its main conclusions were:-- abruptly in strange and[...]"The ship was lost in a gale of exceptional The Waratah was a twin-screw passenger and[...]ge, was in good condition as regarded structure, Australian ports via the Cape of Good Hope, and[...]rthy condition. June, Waratah sailed from Sydney homeward bound "There is not sufficien[...]such as batten- Adelaide. Adelaide was her last Australian port, ing hatches, securing ports, c[...]over- Waratah's behaviour. One stated that after leaving hauled and passed early on t[...]. a sustained list to starboard. Sometimes the "right-[...]the Waratah had rolled over to an you have from Australia?" angle of abo[...]sea instead of lifting to it. The same passenger "Thanks, Same to you. (300d-bye."[...] | |
[...]where he booked another passage in a activity was scattered in a split second by pande- Un[...]monium which took the form in its initial stages Against this passenger's statement, however, of a series of sharp explo[...]ers and ever it was, was manifesting itself in the starboard members of the ship's company[...]uld Such were the circumstances of one of the most be no more serious cause of it than heavy[...]annals of the sea. A when a ship will sometimes lift the propeller clear Court might deliver[...]econd" did not take long to think about events, exactly and in detail, leading to the it. H[...]reak. But the excursion was tons, carrying in all some two hundred lives, cut short before h[...]there were ducted with conjecture playing its part. vessels within easy steaming distance of the Wa[...]the bulkhead dividing these compartments there was The Misadventure of the[...]t the sea. If the ing upon him. Again his action was prompt. He commander and the chief enginee[...]it that romance had ever existed, and wish at the same long way from the engine room. But th[...]e not with the commander. But for all practical purposes he might elements as the arch enemy,[...]all The Tahiti, 7898 tons, Union S.S. Co. of New available hands and everything that cou[...]lging inward under the pressure of the inrushing Partner.[...], general cargo, mails and bullion. With wits and brawn and the implacable forces of Rarotong[...]sfying power, and the Tahiti in touch with New Zealand, himself down to that every th[...] | |
[...]north-west is generally recognised by West Australians to be a vast barren waste, but I, for one, had[...]Leaving the 'drome my friends drove me by car for some miles along the flat Mulga Downs Plains. We then started to climb, and entering the very lovely Wittenoo[...]fed by springs, perfect and unusual. In the gorge itself, which was is never dry, and magnesia in the water gives a about a quarter of a mile wide, were tall trees, braci[...]The road winds upwards along the gorge, past Most attractive of all was the swimming pool the mess[...]kitten-tails, with some[...] | |
[...]the lawns, gardens, and general atmo- whilst the "Australian Blue Asbestos Co." works the sphere of co[...]sunrise we were on our way, motoring through the. most beautiful scenically, is not now worked,[...]e world that route flowers were plentiful, including the bright red appears in a fibrous state, and the quality of the and shiny black Sturt Pea. We next passed through Western Australian deposits is very good. The country bare except[...]were once more in the rocky reddish- fl ghters' suits and masks, and for the walls and ceil- brown h[...]From the summit of the Seven ings of buildings. Its outstanding property is its Mile, so named because of its gradual sloping ascent fire-resisting quality.[...]where we bathed amenities are provided to counteract the isolation and changed. Much refreshed,[...]ble asset to a good meal, which featured home-grown toma- to the State. It has been calculated that there is toes[...]We gladly accepted the invitation of a station- Australian requirements for centuries to come. o[...]about 45 a novel siesta in their "cool house." This consisted miles to Dale's Gorge. T[...]ame of wood thickly padded with spinifex of unfathomed depth stretched right along the gras[...]dred feet high enclosed Early morning we started on our return trip, and fourteen-mil[...] | |
[...]BANK 190 Newman, A. G., Perth (Military Leave).[...]delaide. | |
[...]THE RACING PIGEON T ARRIVED home from the office one evening to I l[...]two unsociable-looking and obtain its direction. This would explain why | |
[...]s that a racing Pigeon is made or marred. In fact, diet plays a very big part in t he success of the bird and of the loft gen[...]ad to our park where their home is and be able to keep going with 'Pigeons, pleas[...]the old birds. They enjoy the fun of darting, is the worst food to give them; and after cor[...]re washed and sprinkled with salt. Some fan- ciers leave a piece of rock salt in the lof[...]ey must be supplied forty youngsters. Some fliers have as few as a With shell[...]hich the birds relish as much as ongtlahli particles, alw[...]flying characteristics noted. We know that when of The rings ca[...]of the club, the yeah the training starts in earnest certain birds will be issue[...]e acquainted with the outside world. same, and when a racing pigeon is not flying hi[...] | |
[...]some of them a r e[...]d . will, in their first walking all over us. Some we give pet names— - At what speed do the birds fly home? That is others we refer to by their ring number[...]age thirty-five miles per hour, but can come home if one bird makes a mistake and takes another's[...]By this time it will be December, and races start arrival. in May. If the birds do not mou[...]n diameter, beating Soon we find the birds starting to drop feathers, the air very quickly[...]g to run with a stone in his This is part of the training to get the bird to trap shoe. The[...]nd in a few days we have them literallY cannot do its best. falling over each other to get into the loft. Some birds become quite "off-colour" when[...]makes very good substitute, and it is prefer- the new sulpha drugs on him — one quarter of a able to running the risk o[...]them to take the shortest cut for home, pick °11 be moulted, dropping one feather at a[...]over, they are strung out and come home like have: ., a _beautiful, glossy, streamlined,[...]wn's cows." friend .who can- be relied upon to do its best, Yes. A lot of time is[...] | |
[...]BANK their habits, for we must find out the best way of[...]or loss THE RACING PIGEON.—Tired[...] | |
[...], the liberator checks checks with the basketman particulars such as over the seals, and at[...]oses nomination form in envelope, At home. all is excitement. The trap door is and then end[...]time and keep our eye out for the Derby or Grand National are El per bird, with the birds. li[...]given in and closer and go straight on. Some other fancier s charge of the liberator, who is e[...]hen on the owner's thoughts are continu quarter of a mile away. Yes, one breaks—two, ally with the little feathered friends. Some get three, four. The first bird folds its wings and starts train-sick, others keep continually on their fee[...]! As they dive at while others still are quite at home on trains. terrific speed — about 50 d[...]ach club's baskets are As each bird hits down on the landing platform[...]taken off its leg, and put ••'..[...] | |
[...]. Mother takes over again, and Sulpha receive hearty congratulations. then[...]rds for the season. Three away, and he will come home like greased lightning weeks afterwards we sent the mother off to a race. t° see his new babies. We have given Sulpha many Sulph[...]or father to return. whilst some would fly low, close in to the coastline,[...]on they Here is our first bird—over the house top as we 0. Yes, sure enough, they're looking almost due expected. We clock her in, and mark of[...]an 'rig I reach for the clock—all nerves, heart-beats fifth in that race. Even if we had won[...]! He is not even put- She never came home. ving the brakes on. He will make a hole right I must tell you about "Moonlight" he's the most the landing platform at this speed. Down handsome bird in the loft. He has a beautiful dark and thr[...]at fairly glistens in the e wings, and he "hits" down beautifully, right in sun, a white body[...]es straight in. We open as we thought; too handsome to he any good. In an | |
[...]"You beauty! This will be a some" didn't come home.[...]Well, if you could have seen "Handsome," and from then on he our once-handsome bird! He was became known as "Moonlight" —a[...]was chased by a hawk Why didn't the bird come home and[...]g experi- C4, self such a marvellous homer, it is[...]to the ground, so it is easy to imagine home at least. the havoc wrought by a few falcons to a[...]l no "Sulpha!" It was getting batch of race birds some hundreds of miles from dark, and I was in the loft getting the feed trough home.[...]im five birds. Yet it was down—he'd made home to the "Boomerang Loft. only the fifth pigeon whi[...]I picked him up, and underneath his wing, Its strong beak can sever head from body in one[...]e very nervous and frightened when home is assured and plenty of nice feed. He is now[...]Si5 always came home with the rest—until one Satur-[...], home twelve minutes before our second bird. Now[...]SECONDES "Moonlight" had a particular female fancy, and we gave the pair every en[...],.... to the race. We expected him home in a hurry;[...]2 but, alas! he wasn't even last home on the day. We wrote him off as a victim t[...] | |
[...]till Captain Toten did not give the order quarter of a century in the various seas of the world,[...]was shattered with the suddenness of an earthquake.[...], prnent of the bullion, a satisfaction he Co uld share with the chief steward who had[...]l d er s. Pach and all had left the demands itself caused the engines to race when it fell into t[...]as to his reaffirmed in full and with characteristic modesty o the traditions of one of the most unassuming and rw , ri ers. Abandoned shi[...] | |
[...]of Plenty. The 1 d. stamp of the same set depicted a A PHILATELIC tour of the Bri[...]their fashioning. The results of their artistry i collection.[...]connection the issues of stamps that have Actually, the designer of this particular stamp characterised so strikingly native canoes[...]prolific provider of delightful stamps, the enacted in classic pictorial form the landing of the Dominion of New Zealand, possesses three distinct Maoris,[...], "Te Arawa," renewed activity by the old tattooed[...]other stamp to New similar ; BR[...]mall sail of the arrival of the Maori canoe in New Zealand. rigged up in the centre aided navigation[...]and under expert seamanship. Some half-dozen of The original landing of the Mao[...]said these sturdy canoes, each accommodating almost a to have taken place in the North Island,[...] | |
[...]estern Samoa oil. The canoe itself is equipped with an "outrigger" Produced durin[...]were devoted to typical down a stream which made its way through colon[...]sented on the 2d. value, outside a canoe house, near c which stood its owner. With paddle in his hand, onstituting its "crew." This was known as[...]houses a r e over t h e[...]OA) 1241113•CENTENR/ALOF NEW ZEALA010.1940 gre.,0[...]Ellice Islands a fish somewhat like a tunny fish. A roll of net is[...]island in the Island coastal scene, with a native house, or f ale, near distance. on[...]s of the ger canoe was characterised on the 2/6 design. The Fiji Islands was[...]e oarsmen, ma n- The most characteristic of British Solomon Islands "a ndling two l[...]hist introduction to a canoe from this part of the[...], in 1938 this colony made amends by devotin g to its attractive pictorial series, three de-[...]A billowing sail 'finished the picture. The craft itself[...]and stern are of the same shape. The 3d. design was of another catamara[...]tures of the indigenous canoes for the new pictorial With arrangingthe breeze. A native atte[...]but no crew is on The New Georgian natives were recognised as board to guide its destiny! the 'first canoe-builders of the group. The canoe th New A Hebrides included a small canoe as part of illustrated on the stamps is from the New Georgian e `-tesign of the 1938 stamps. The wor[...]oup and was called the "tomoko." There are French artist, the design itself was a pleasing one. It eight[...]wo-faced" depicted a beach scene, with two native houses in head adorned the stern. The background vista was the f or eground—actually a copra trading post. The of Munda Point.[...] | |
[...]ing Along the sides and on the prow and stern attractive by the small village of Hanuabada, during a trading traditional carvings are incised. Some six natives mission. constitute the[...]he 4d., tories to permit .a native craft to adorn its stamps, 6c1. and 1/3 values. The Forme[...]a," a design. One of the canoes was actually being made out of hammered-out sago palms an[...]er by a man. FACTS ABOUT STAMPS | |
[...]it is a pleasure to record the return to duty of most of our officers who have served with the Forces.[...]them and to those who have still to resume their posts a hearty greeting, and hope they will all soon feel fully[...]ring the war years. The Bank has recently assumed new responsibilities through the inauguration of the Industrial Finance Department and Housing Loan operations, whilst its representation has been increased by the opening of new branches. This development is still proceeding, a[...]to the Bank and to themselves. I am proud of the Part played by the staff and confident that all mem- b[...]for a happy Christmas and a bright and prosperous New Year. nw;zt[...] | |
[...]the vanity in even the humblest of us, I feel almost Yes, I, a little pride in the fact that I am retiring because of Thomas Frede[...]rtance, as However, there is little satisfaction even in that, for I Advertising Manager[...]as from the 31st December next, and such is some satisfaction and even relief, but giving up[...]"Bank Notes" is giving up almost[...]actually say "or else," }gut I[...]quarterly, every issue was a[...]must start somewhere, and the[...] | |
[...]I V' Jr . Mil should act as a news-bearer between the staff at home and the staff on ser- vice abroad. The magazine eventually appeared, but too late to fulfil its original purpose for long. However, continuance o[...]Darling River country, Mr. Mason asked me for an article, and during the discus- sion that followed he[...]t was the beginning of an interest which became almost an obsession. In those early issues we did what n[...]est things but into every issue we got some new interest, some little progress, and got more and more fun out of[...]to the notice of leading photographers, artists, writers, even poets — all of whom were hap[...]It early became apparent that Australia offered as more commercial magazines do. I think[...]ly, the material in word and being th e lte artist to contribute—he at that time ading p cture- others,poster artist. Later picture-theatre[...]in addi- we ran the gamut ofi many including such a tion to telling the world about Australia, we felt that well-known figure as Stan C[...]of "Bank Notes" for larise their homeland with the staff. Gradually by some tim.. means of articles and photographs we induced the As the ma[...]y any surplus copies photographers — particularly those gifted amateurs who are listed as "[...]are eagerly mopped up by the ?raphers,1 ' "photo artists," etc.—were[...] | |
[...]Page Hammond personal credit for all this. For part of it—yes. But To my successors I pass o[...]ficers, of adequately representing the Common- | |
[...]e seen only too tained Mr. Haslam's vivid article entitled "Old clearly in every part of London. Jewry," which told how the war had aff[...]now that the war is over, rehabilitation, re- and its immediate neighbours; whilst in the March,[...]am in day. Signs that these are in active process can be Retrospect," with its excellent and circumstantial observed[...]hope but official controls are easing. Factories that can that You will be interested in this[...]nning to move efficiently. few impressions of the capital as it is now, a year The majority o[...]vices; many have returned to their old jobs, Someone has said that London to-day is a "scar have found or are finding new ones; and gener- on the face of the earth." Rather would I say that ally one sen[...]aner times ahead. After all, London, Changed__ in some areas she has changed beyond unlik[...]. But sha Patches lie derelict, and even with the most concen- is badly bruised, poor thing! tr[...]reconstruction, many years must elapse before the capital, as a whole, can approximate to its pre-war aspect. With a population of over 8[...]et above sea level, gives the impression that the capital has not changed at all! But look closer. . . •[...]London (there are 29 of them), you would find the same sad story of death and deso - lation. Tens of tho[...]their lives; many thousands more have lost their homes, so lovingly ac- qulii r ed, and have had to acc[...]ds; only a few have been lucky enough to secure a new place to themselves. Thousands of fami-[...]" and those early raids were carried out With characteristic German thorough-[...]quent By Walter E. Spradbury A NEW VIEW OF ST. PAUL'S (from a Poster) | |
[...]dear, and sometimes extremely difficult to obtain;[...]have been told all about it officially, but the fact[...]refreshment calls for dissatisfaction in many quar-[...]base was the same—sausage-meat of very medium[...]has a somewhat wider choice. The supply of fish is[...]brand new cars is evident; all the surviving models[...]tion of Pullman and restaurant cars. Good news[...], Liverpo ol Street, Cannon or damaged houses, the empty bombed sites, the groups of emp[...]d, is a perpetual worry to millions of distracted housewives; not to mention siderable damage—Guy[...]time involved by waiting in queues, don," Bart's, etc. Many sections had been evacuated bo[...]als is now going on as by those holding permits. The price of furniture,[...] | |
[...]in Threadneedle Street is about to be replaced; its advice about health and food, and during the past[...]two fine ences to shiploads of food arriving from Australia, clocks which have successfully withstood bombs New Zealand, Canada, and the U.S.A.[...]t's, Recently, I consulted the managers of some of Lothbury (near the head office of[...]Street, opposite the Stock Exchange, with its nine- ther reductions are about to come into forc[...]mous "square mile." At a conservative grounds are active; musical shows are frequent and[...]here have been blitzed, and that half the actual area Hall, where for so many year Sir Henry Wo[...]Stand here, for example, at the Mansion House. and others escaped destruction.[...]e right are the Royal Exchange and the Bank Opera House had a bomb quite close, but luckily escaped majo[...]-minded t han ev er. And what of other attractions? One of the sights of London its pigeons—deserves mention. I am glad to report[...]t off Victoria Street. The Victoria Tower of the House of Lords is minus one turret, and in Old Palace[...], and caused extensive damage to the House ta | |
[...]direct hit—and four very near built, and new steel girders installed, before army misses. ThEr[...]arge banks, the enormous task, well done. . . . National Provincial and the Midland; they also are[...]pened to Leadenhall Street, Bishopsgate, Grace- House, and see bleak desolation Walbrook is[...]along Cheap- Fenchurch Street, and the heartrending waste side and the other fork, Queen Victo[...]Street. A very tragic area, indeed, crushed almost The traffic at the Mansion House, the "hub of the beyond recognition. city," is[...]een Victoria have suffered serious damage, mostly by fire. Fortu- Street, Cheapside and Pr[...] | |
[...]than five months later, on 10th May, 1941, the Art n-la) estY,an oasis in the centre of a veritable desert Gallery was totally destroyed. The roof of the of destruc[...]- Great Hall of the centuries-old Guildhall itself ral sustained two direct hits; the larger bomb carved appeared after the[...]is ltell .slantwise near the cathedral steps, but most once more the centre of civic activities; its functions luckily did not explode. The removal of[...]cidentally, these low brick walls are quite a post-war these and others were consumed by fire, but t[...]badly damaged dur- this summer, an attractive array of wild flowers i[...] | |
[...]removed, with a pocket of brick-dust soil, by some during the terrible years of war. But, abov[...]- The clock strikes nine, all present to start, roses. A rather noticeable addition to this list[...]e open space near Liverpool You've done some posting, only a part, Most people don't know you work before ten; Street Sta[...]a murmur of voices, children cry, Cheapside, with its tangle of tubular steel Tell[...] | |
[...]tir NEW BRANCHES. life once again, although sometimes one hears vague | |
[...]December 1946 1931. Some of us who were youngsters in the contribution to capital branch charities might be | |
[...]13 December 1946 BANK ACTUARY'S DEPARTMENT. Within the last year land, and letters received in acknowledgment indi- | |
[...]ntant (Mr. J. W. James), who afternoon tea party held at the "Toby Tavern,' has been appointed to[...]iends at Sydney office. health and success in his new sphere. Presenting During the past cou[...]s have occurred:— of the staff that he purchase something to remind Messrs. H. E. Byrne (from To[...]and L. H. wished to congratulate the whole staff (including Wilson (from Bankstown); Misses E. J. Bell[...]Arthur Ford | |
[...]re proved very success- sumed from Military Leave some time ago. ful, the only regret being the fact that Frank We convey our best wishes to Mr. P[...]e carried off, subsequently being (Inspector's Department); also to Misses C. J. Green laid up f[...]ated the Administrative, Staff and Secretary's Departments Insurances team 20-nil. Tries were[...], and the forwards excelled themselves. Dodds, Department. We shall miss her bright presence,[...]ssy, Miss Beula Sanderson, who joined us from New-[...]ooch, and Wished her good luck and success in her new controlling the games. position.[...]Branch will be leaving very shortly to follow the same calling. Good luck to you both! wealth,[...]Mills, manager of the C.B.C.S., Newcastle, as presi- Whilst on holidays Miss "Bun[...]sented to Mr. announced her engagement to Mr. Stewart Ditcham,[...]n, president of the Rural and, of course, created some excitement among the Bank of New South Wales, by Mrs. C. A. Shirley, girls on her return to "earth."[...]Davies, and Gwen Tranter, also Winsome Elmer of recent City of Sydney Victory Eisteddfod[...]s of applause on presentation, and The social activities of the staff are gradually[...]after giving a very pretty dance with their partners. resuming their pre-war status. With the arri[...]Newton, Athol Ratley, Arthur Gardner, Kevin Hen- ,and weekly swims at the O[...]nessy, Tim Tyler, from Newcastle; Jack Thomas Sydney, are enthusiastically a[...]from Wallsend, and Stan Beale from Newcastle It is with regret we report that Messrs[...]sion, and Mr. and Mrs. R. F. Pollard were in- for some time. According to latest reports, Mr. cluded in the official party. Incidentally £126 was Murdochhiswelll I l on t[...]Beula Sanderson, now of Sydney Office, who spent NEWCASTLE. — We have pleasure in being able[...]ey to brilliantly cut through to score behind the posts. Bob Lew scored the first men:[...] | |
[...]sympathy to Mrs. Postle and her daughter in their with a wee da[...]whom has suffered bereavement through the Newcastle in the grade competitions, and hopes for some goodly scores when his form settles down.[...]Had a flying visit from John Lord, of Newtown, attached, we also offer our sympathy.[...]ho came to our aid and accepted him and renew acquaintances also with Miss Moyra service[...]ceived notice of the termination of their Newcastle. In the meantime we offer Xmas greet-[...]done a grand job of work, and we are most grateful[...]we chronicle the death of Mr. Frederick C. Postle, which occurred in the Prince Henry Hospital on the RANDWICK. — Our new and already popular 25th September. Durin[...]Reeves) came to us from Leich- manager of important Government Savings Bank hardt, where he held a similar post. Mr. F. W. branches such as Taree, Wagga and Waverley. Luke, our new accountant, left that position at Rose[...]was officer in charge of our Safe Custody Depart-[...]cott are the latest recruits from Military Leave. World War No. 1. Whilst engaged as a forward observing officer with the artillery in the Battle of Our former Accountant[...]ger presented the departing offi-[...]efforts. A PIONEER'S HOME, near Busselton, W.A.[...] | |
[...]c our champion swimmers are not with us to partici- eye lately when, as a member of St. Cha[...]Kevin val to be held in March, and this is something that a full and speedy recovery, and l[...]mination of the season's activities, and competitions Our returned m[...]so Their suffering serves to remind us that some of our hold carnivals at which we will be abl[...]Banks, which at present is held by the Bank of New of wedding bells; whilst Frank "Daddy" Evat[...]etary, Mr. N. C. Blanshard; Pin-up No. 1. Heartiest congratulations all round. Ladies' Club[...]sias,tsso that teams may be formed for inter-depart- mental and r-branch matches, with a view to the Cityy Housesame time the club is arranging periodical Sunda[...]teams which may be e nthusiastic. Practice is held every Wednesday on a turf wicket in the Domain. Inter-departmental matches have been arranged on consecu[...]loyee of the Common- w wealth Bank of Australia is eligible for membership. T[...] | |
[...]hs Mariy had an opportunity of meeting our new because of the pressure of work, and . shortage of Mana.ger at an important function held on Friday, staff. A number of new members were welcomed, 11th October,[...]ydney Victory Eisteddfod, and we ing the post of Liaison Officer, Servicemen's Trainee succeede[...]Branch, Melbourne, to take up his new appointment Practices were strenuous and numerous, and a[...]afforded happy reunions of personnel parted sincE Seven choirs competed in the section,[...]ne. To date we have been unable to new duties, it was universally felt that they would s[...]tach the "pick-up." be carried out with characteristic zeal and com-[...]kindness, understanding and tact in smoothing out sing three brackets of two songs[...]banking life, and his efficiency in imparting so much the audience we are aiming to maintain[...]possession he prized most highly. It had given him MELBOURNE. .Thank you, M[...]man of wide experience in Trainee Branch, several important staff events and changes, the most and former second in charge, is now Liaison Officer. important of which was the arrival of Mr. A. K. W. a[...]t by his former chief. office. The many here who knew him formerly On Monday, 30th O[...]H. H. Smith, who, up to Mr. Ward's arrival,, some time held the position of Accountant's secre- had been Acting Manager, left us to take up his, tary[...]t was the guest of honour at an evening party held the same time the opportunity was taken to welcome in the home of Mrs. Beatrice Addison (nee Bain) at Mr.[...] | |
[...]ork as librarian and box self to work in a capital office. office supervisor. When the ballet seaso[...]tant of the Industrial capacity, gladdened the hearts of lovers of this art Finance Department, Sydney, who was relieving with the introdu[...]s, patrons Other visitors during the quarter included Were delighted to find that Miss And[...]arr . latter capacity had tickets available for almost any (Northam), J. Diggins (Bridgetown), C. Sh[...]t enjoying six months' long service Topical newcomers to the library, too, are "Cric-[...]spending some of his vacation in the eastern States, However, efforts to revive the Football C[...]ximately one hundred the "Davis Cup International Tennis Tournament." members of the staff[...]the Bank ated the Serpentine Falls. The party consisted of both on and off the field. The "H[...]ton was appointed O.I.C. hot water, and is also active in the formation of a Social Club, and kept the fires burning constantly under some half- has already held several theatre nights t[...]in October. This was very well attended, particu- fewer than four major victims in as many mo[...]late in the year, there was little time to practise, and first pair was the culmination of an of[...]ry. State Table Tennis Championships, held in Novem-[...]lating Mr. E. R. Barnett upon his pro- ber. Our most successful representatives proved to motion to[...]e summer there is talk Gloucester at Government House, Melbourne. of the possibility of f[...]We now have a new cup on the table in the[...]s office and metropolitan us after an absence of some eight and a-half years branches. This is the "Western Australian Banks' spent in Brisbane and Sydney. He now occ[...]Cup" (golf), won for us this year by Messrs. the newly-created position of Assistant Manager,[...]since 1941, when it was won by the National Bank, Transferred to this office from[...] | |
[...]gements have been made tlw staff, who are most appreciative. to convey the s[...]Late in October the installation of the new private sequence no difficulty is being experie[...]pleted, and the exchange put into operation. Its routine has in no way been disrupted.[...]all falling into stride with banking practice and our information calls.[...]Relieving Accountant (Mr. R. A. Moore) at the same[...]now much better and back at his post again.[...]An Industrial Finance Department has been[...]have an Accountant (Mr. Martin) from Devonport[...]three of the staff by holding an afternoon tea party[...]only representative opposing the Japs in New[...]K. M. Paynter this district appear attractive. We welcome Phil back | |
[...]limb, and apparently expects to leave for home shortly. He has acquired quite unscathed.[...]ranch in 1942 G. T. Audsley, who, after some eleven years and 1943 respectively, have been tra[...]tion in the Industrial Finance Department. With our Mr. N. B. Dodman, of Peterborou[...]attended by most of the male members of the staff, PORT ADELAIDE.[...]on and was greatly enjoyed by us all, including the brought about another staff change, our .Acting guest of honour, who—we are happy[...]es) being transferred to was still of the same opinion when seen the next Bendigo, and Mr. G. V.[...]morning. Opportunity was taken at the same time from that office as our new Accountant. of welcoming Mr. W[...]placement of the Commonwealth Bank, Hobart, but at Carlton Mr. J. N. Walker by Mr. W. J. R. Denny. With a Street, New Town. mid-year intake of probationers we welcomed[...]and we hope that he of a daughter. The same experience has recently enjoys his stay with us.[...]ters tYpiste (Miss D. E. Parr) conveyed to us the news of in eight days must, we feel, co[...]to the full extent the delights of Victoria, HOBART. -- Returned servicemen rejoining the | |
[...]fford), who was trans- reserve team of the same club Bob Sellars, Lex ferred to Mudgee. Mr. Dower[...]so- Mr. N. W. Palmer was transferred from Hobart ciation, and with Vince Coleman is a memb[...]Vince Coleman, we Teller--Accountant (Mr. R. N. Martin), after seven also note, is an "A" grade[...]permanent the "Wheel of Fortune," and some elucidation of staff.[...]athering Rex Randall from Toowoomba, Tully, Charters given by Mrs. Dowers.[...]y and Miss Eleanor Ashe, who, we trust, to his departure for Sydney in October. will[...]adjuncts to Sydney (in Mr. H. C. Haynes (our new Manager) received the case of the first[...]entations were made, and the usual speeches and renewing many old acquaintances. • Mr. Haynes[...]:— -John James, Lex Wheeling, Lex Larsen, active during the past twelve months, the only Frank[...], which is now functioning under the CHARTERS TOWERS. On the staff here at the pr[...]hich will be held three of them, clad in traditional white and looking just prior to Christmas, and it[...]members of the male staff, including Manager and his meritorious achievement of retain[...]district. One day a lonely goat entered the her partner in annexing the mixed doubles "C"[...]we find that playing "A" grade without. transacting any business. | |
[...]f our staff have been inter- ton) on the fact that several pictures from his pri- ested[...], and their first show was pro- Mail" Ai t Gallery, which was created with the idea du[...]of encouraging the public's appreciation of art. Barcaldine__thetown of cyclones, cynics, and citrus fruits—o n Saturday night, for a repeat perform-[...]orning after the hectic doings. Bureaus' posters. The weather has been too perfect[...]goodwill. Golf Club seems to have claimed most of the Staff changes have bee[...]s already. The ladies are indulging Our new typiste (Miss H. Negus) has been mak- in a[...]Branch. was a musical evening held at the home of Mr. and We all convey to Mr. Kin[...]n the loss of his mother a few weeks ago. most unexpected places, providing a wide variety[...]ary (Miss Mavis Welsh) a few amongst the postages and wastepaper baskets. Weeks later t[...]ot of relieving in Brisbane --have been doing most of the teaching, and are nfor a short peri[...]ket season has brought the "Gabba" into file news ; gratulate her on her recent eng[...]have access to a member's happy in her new surroundings. Miss Joan Talbot ticket ![...]inue of little Bredens, Whom we extend a hearty welcome. from L[...] | |
[...]visitors from all parts of the[...]most necessary of all evils, an[...]ever, we extend a hearty wel-[...]and we know most helpful to[...]--in fact, so many that we con-[...]In June Mr. C. H. Smith, our Further, news has trickled around that our e[...]market (N.S.W.). Mr. James we extend a hearty welcome to Mr. P. A'. Bath, who has been[...]the Branch as probationer last month. suits, that thriving district, Young (N.S.W.) being[...]was with The "Stork's" visit bringing a new baby boy to us he became a haven of refug[...]have been attached The Branch has had its "face lifted," and its to this office since "saying good-bye" to it all:-- interior is shining with new paint of various creams. Messrs. H. A. Mc[...]d as our "Junior Wit" said, is Munro. Our new Accountant (Mr. Breden) also "did becomi[...]he BRISBANE. — The Savings Bank Department have Victory Contingent.[...]well Quite a few probationers have started with us as officially, of course).[...]n in the Queen Street luncheon room. The parting agog at the fine coloraturas an[...] | |
[...]ith much enjoyment. pleasure that we welcomed our new Manager in This year the Annual[...]have a good time. Manager of Savings Bank in his home town. We ale also to have a gala[...]n, claiming Marie Allan Stark, Michael Kartasheff and K. V. Galvin. McCulkin, who has linked[...]been transferred:—Johnny Jerks to Albion, E Stewart and Jack Osborne respectively.[...]lun- cheon room. We have so much talent in all depart- ROCKHAMPTON.--An outing of great success was ments that the hour speeds most enjoyably. our trip to the seaside[...]-cream, day at Kelvin Grove sports ground. All departments fruit and sweets were provided by the[...]games and novelty races. Judging by the high spirits of both com- petitors and spectators, the day w[...]f4.... vened a most successful week- | |
[...]each sex was chosen, friends, enjoyed a theatre party, the attraction being and eighty boxes were packed, wrapped[...]some months, finally resigned and was married in from[...]y to see one of our officers Mr. R. L. Newlands is home at Tumby Bay re- (Alan Faulkner) leave this Branc[...]ddin (formerly Lt./Commander, at Monto one of our newest branches. R.A.N.V.R., whos[...]reaking a bone in his hand and injuring his back parties to visit a large bakery near Adelaide.[...]hiS wife had to take 'plane First we saw the attractive delivery vans, then the wonderful horses (inci[...]losely as Having at present only five South Australian possible the movement of a man's arms. We were[...]receive a loaf which is under stan- portant news item. Mr. Haines joined Adelaide dard. Ne[...]saw Branch from the Commercial Bank of Australia Ltd. where new ones were soon to be installed. Sandy in[...]sence at World War I. As you can imagine, he then acting as "washer-up" whilst our younger w[...]parced sent by and his wife will enjoy their new home. Mrs. Haines our C.S.B. Department, the Social Club Committee was former[...]Appeal, recognised her capabilities as a home-maker. and the total raised amounted to £60.[...]Bishop, R. L. age of the Manager and Mrs. Yule, a most success- Newlands, M. L. Sharley and C. T. D. Dawborn. ful dan[...]tember last. They were fortunate whole of the profits from sale of tickets, amounting in hav[...] | |
[...]ur own Branch. Not even Mandrake started to deal it out to the bowlers until the ball[...]hod. After the first een We have already parted with two of these trainees— twenty-s[...]ere sym- fielded and kept wicket in most commendable then[...]spectacle fame), and many others, including "ring- day and a thrill it proved to be t[...]he conveyances transported us to the main iv National Park pavilion and oval, disgorging loads of than even the most optimistic one of us expected. sib[...]re and yellow," yet undaunted and tics. Some of the girls showed up in the light of 1 at[...]AYR.—Miss Tincknell has been transferred to New- 1Da ., d' and Mums and nippers[...]in her new Branch. There was then an ini,rnediate d[...]Mr. A. L. Quartermaine, ex-R.A.N., has joined the ari[...]ssful banking career. r,ould have proved most educative to Hammond & w[...]e bowlers and fielders). Messrs. Quartermaine, Ryan and Brandon have had A[...]y strode man - tells us each Monday of mighty hits on the vigoro full[...] | |
[...]H OBBIES such as the collecting of postage stamps[...]E. J., Sydney Military Leave. selves they are particularly valuable, but also for Peterswald, Keith,[...]. Some of the most interesting hobbies are the Stapleton, Miss M. G.[...]ne. Talbot► Miss J. M., Neutral Bay. houses; leather or metal work, etc.[...]about your particular theme how you became Tunks, Miss B. J., Syd[...]lbourne Military Leave. alone--there's always someone else in the race! SPORT | |
[...]China itself.[...]attached itself so firmly in the[...]nto Asia than the present that time. And, apart from noting the appropriate- day boundar[...]who travelled westwards with the caravans knew of a cloth beloved since chiefly by women,[...]at deal more to light concern- Tokhars, Bactria ns, Parthia ns, Medes, Syrians , and ing the Yel[...]lk she is said to have dis- in ownership its price increased until it finally covered. B[...]exceedingly expensive luxury. worm itself are not out of place. You all know about[...]leaves and so on. But the Road in China itself, Sven Hedin, the Swedish scien- central part of silk production lies in the fact that the tist, one of whose books bears that name, gives us worm, when the spirit moves it, abandons its mul- glimpses of something vast and exceedingly com- berry leaf chewing activities and turns to the spin- plex. He spe[...]a continuous thread 800-1200 of military posts and mobile troops to protect the yards lon[...]f silken cargo carried by durable and lends itself particularly to rich and teams of oxcarts, donkeys and camels. He speaks delicate dyes, the most notable of these being the too, of front[...]evolved by the dyers of Tyre. the drier parts of the route where the lone vastness It is the most remarkable thread the world has of the de[...]riad ever seen, and one can indeed say that its gossamer tinkling of the tiny bells that hung fro[...]Roman galleys, it drew the whole of its 6000-mile length the longest and most Roman ships which sought it, down th[...] | |
[...]est as Chia-yu-kwan, have left numerous farther." records of trade dealings that indicate the[...]ymen recurring problem of middleman profit. China itself produced. sought to maximise returns by e[...]more reasonable prices than those de Parthia in an attempt to reach China itself. There is manded by the Phoenician and Syrian[...]rest because of the consequent increase and its importance in the development of the known of geo[...]to the A.D. 97 one Kan Ying set out for Rome from some development of the sea routes that arose from it. To where in China, undaunted by the weary toilsome examine it in as broad a fashion as we o[...]Shou," the tion of the Macedonian Empire thwarted the promise best translation of which appears i[...]nally allowing for the simple loveableness of character which it their Persian Gulf trade to lan[...]. When he was via the Red Sea, and the trade itself was conducted about to take his passage across[...]ictions sailors of the western borders of An-hi (Parthia) told of enterprise that are the inevitable counterpart of[...]two years, that The Hellenistic period itself was marked by a[...]and outbursts of piracy, and long dis- there was something in the sea that made a man long for home, and that many men lost their lives[...] | |
[...]John L. Wray. But the activities of Pompey and the victory of payment for the silk, for in Han times glass ranked | |
[...]pension had become something of a major opera- (Reprinted from Barc[...]REE IN A SPANISH PARK: service in 1916 in Khartoum at the somewhat un- usual commencing age of approximate[...]Som e four years later the Bank selected a few active against me, hearken ere you harm me. I am the Young men to open a new branch at Omdurman. heat of your hearth on the cold nights, the friendly and Chouk[...]energy and enthusiasm received fruits are refreshing draughts quenching your thirst[...]m that holds your INN Bank's premises and fractured a leg. He was placed house, the bed on which you lie, and the timber O[...]Choukralla hoe, the door of your homestead, the wood of your[...]f your coffin. I am the bread If lived on the estate of Sir Sayed Abdel Rahman el Mandi P[...] | |
[...]By T. L. COUTTS. O NE day Australia is going to discover the Murray. | |
[...]from Tailem Bend or season it holds its regattas with station-owners, Meningie if it was[...]with the visitors on the blue waters of Lake way house. Here almost every motorist, no matter Albert.[...]Creek, in this that leads to one of the most inaptly named sheep- waste of water and sand and limestone, is the last stations in Australia—"Cold and Wet." I often won- Place where one wo[...]one of those rare days when it rains in that part of the Course meal.[...]to all intents and purposes, Pub, a few cheerful houses, a garage, and plenty of the mouth of the[...]es not go out after tourists, but it Eastern Australia should have to trickle into the Offers them hospi[...]tralia's "Old Man River" as being at Wellington Part of the year it does not belie is appearance. But[...]the vanguard of the eventually becomes Australia's largest real lake. ihordes of the future invade its greenness—particu- For all its size Lake Alexandrina plays little part la rly Yachtsmen. in the economy of South Australia. A few motor Meningie has its own fully accredited yachting boats prowl around its shores taking odd bales of c lub, and eve[...] | |
[...]rt and Narrung. white man saw it. As a matter of fact, some of the The Goolwa barrages are inte[...]descendants of the original natives still live on its angles, not the least being the fish stairc[...]- paid on the barrage construction whetted its appe - ray takes a last fling at being a river and dodges in tite for more. At any rate, Goolwa is starting to look among a maze of islands. It seems a most illogical around. thing to do, for the m[...]the town from inviting tourists to camp on its But if it provided a question for geographers, it meadows, to fish in its waters, to wander along its made things easy for the engineers when they byways, to look at its barrages. decided to put a barrage across the riv[...]Goolwa is a long way from the main part of the 'the- salt water from Coming in when - dro[...]o such. a of the traveller who wants to see something just a level that salt water found its way far upstream. little different. | |
[...]BANK NOTES WHERE SYD EY GETS ITS WATER T HE average resident of Sydney only stops[...]It was not until I started doing some research[...]es of the Prince's High- | |
[...]part, another.[...]Then almost as soon as the last speech had finished[...]Sydney's new catchment, the Warragamba Dam,[...]reservoir, but a claim, will achieve the same result and save the storage basin. The Nepe[...]water stored there. The water is remarkable for its low hills nearby. But, obviously, it must b[...]years. In addition to Sydney, towns as far apart as you know where to look for them.[...]Sydney's water supply. A lot of storages in most of Sydney's suburbs. Some of the money has been spent on it and a l[...]s to see if the dams were strong enough Some of the water storages are underground,[...] | |
[...]The Teller guards most zealously each farthing of his spoil I go tb draw some shekels, and I simply stand dismayed[...]I do not wish to rail at him or sneer, or to detract, | |
[...]NOTES MARK TWAIN, NEWS FAKER[...]AIN was in his day one of the boldest | |
[...]E J. J . STE WART IT1O write upon the menace of sharks to s[...]subject. If | |
[...]ere going to the North one of the attractions for them is the annual mullet Coast, where th[...]e "The Advent of the Mullet" in "Bank tising the fact. Notes[...]crowd. Sharks have the coasts of Victoria, South Australia and West poor eyesight, but their sense of hearing is very Australia.[...]was less than 100; southern Queensland, northern New South Wales while in every case the victim was bathing alone, and West Australia, sharks become dangerous in a small party, or well away from the crowd. during November. In southern New South Wales Just another insta[...]J. W. Beattie HOBART'S FLOATING CONCRETE BRIDGE[...] | |
[...]Unley High School, South Australia,[...]R.A.A.F. from Homebush, N.S.W., on[...]killed in air operations over New[...]killed in action. killed in air operation[...]Bank's Narrabri Intermediate High School, Homebush Junior High School, joined[...]1941. He was presumed killed in action R.A.A.F. on 30th January, 1943. He was R.[...]Relieving Staff .. Presumed killed on active service Homebush .. Presumed killed in[...] | |
[...]i- the Bank on the 22nd July, 1912, shortly after its ated with all investments of the Bank's fund[...]and for many tralian Mutual Provident Society for some 14 years. years he was the administrative off[...]ad Office of the Bank had been established, some time Secretary of the Note Issue Board, and some few months later.[...]st major responsibilities by the Bank in 1924, acted as Secretary of was the establishment of a superannuation fund for the Note Issue Department of the Bank. In this the Bank's staff. As the[...]y, 1916, and it may be mentioned Note Issue activities, including the Note Printing as a matter of general interest[...]also handles the printing of stamps, the first of its kind in Australia, and possibly the postal notes, Commonwealth Bonds, and many other world[...]security printing. widows of members. Mr. Latham acted as secretary Administration of Credit Foncier Loans an of the fund from its inception. activity established under the 1945 Act—and loans The Superannuation Fund was, howe[...]ieties were also under one of his many and varied activities in the the control of Mr. Latham's department. Bank. For many years he handled staff matters, From the foregoing, which gives only some idea and figured prominently in the work a[...] | |
[...]ficer, banking career with the State Savings Bank of Vic- he was appointed Assistan[...]the 24th September,. 1900. He was appoin- and some two years later, in 1934, became Chief[...]he Superintendent of the Savings Bank, which post he 7th January, 1913, joining[...]pt and France, administrative and staff welfare activities. He was became Chief Pa[...]and the Head Office Cot and Department, Sydney. Ch[...]ork had been under- reference to the prominent part taken by Mr. Sabe- taken by Mr[...]Mr. Sabeston took a prominent Part in the work associated with the amalgamations[...]with this Bank of the Western Australian State and the success with which it was launched[...]as undoubtedly due in a large New South Wales in 1931.[...] | |
[...](Actuary), whose retirements were to take effect[...]of them collectively. He particularly stressed[...]building up the institution to its present stature.[...]red the Vic- birthday. torian Education Department as a junior teacher Mr. G. H. N. Pi[...]wishes from the entire staff, and mercial Bank of Australia and gained banking and emphasised the high[...]staff relationships. attached to the War, Loan Department during World War I., subsequently becoming security clerk in the War Service Homes Department.[...]of the Bank, the position cov- come so many newcomers to "Branch Notes." Not ering also the advertising management of all Com- only new branches which are being opened as monwealth Loan[...]too, are saying a piece in the family circle. Some Mr. Sullivan was editor of "Bank Notes" for 2[...]nk Notes" is your paper, and if there of the International Adventurers. His hobbies are is some development which you think would photogra[...] | |
[...]first floor and staff living quarters at rear of the[...]ing despite the fact that a laige bomb completely[...]Our premises were used by the Australian Naval[...]rehabilitated as the home of our present Darwin[...]ed, .and so expert have the con 0 in various States due to lack of materials and tractors become, that from commencement of the man-power, apart from speed in erection to enable[...]ilding for occu- fulfilment of our extensive new branch programme with a minimum of delay. pation, including all services and internal fittings,[...]emer- Set back from the street alignment some eight gency structures, which, as co[...] | |
[...]. C. McGrouther (Supervisor, Bank Premises De- partment) made an extended tour of North and South A[...]t and best" for incorporation in our building practice. With such zeal did he carry out his task' that the report when printed filled over 200 pages, including about sixty pages of fine photographs, plans, etc. Whilst some of the matter is mainly of technical interest,[...]t general interest, and we propose, as space permits, to publish extracts for the benefit of the staff generally. Mr. Mc[...]hty oceans and the seas and the mountains of the new world; to visit the cities, strange places and s[...]nce and soon the Pacific from the topmost tip of Chili (a through the Guianas, desolate, dreary outposts of homely sight). So into Peru and the oldest of Britain[...]ther, with moderns are making bold efforts in the same direc- the Canal full typification of man's progress. tion, with varying results, some of which are rea- "Thence up through the Central American re- sonably successful and taught us something. publics of Costa Rica, Nicar[...]"The next country Mexico, is large and arid, most hazardous. The Andean cities all look like and hot and dirty in alternating parts, but they still Shangri-las from the air, but al[...]e awaken- bull-fight. Mexico City is old and new, with a fairly ings upon alighting. La Paz (unofficial capital of rigorous climate at 8,000 feet above s[...]osphere. and, by our concepts, some weirdly wondrous de- "The Andes throw[...] | |
[...]there is in the early stages of a visit some effort[...]regrettably by too many Australians, who are prone[...]"No Australian using a proper and logical outlook[...]hanced appreciation of his homeland. By travelling this way the Australian is able to more clearly[...]ANGELES, U.S.A. able paradise in almost every phase of life and liv-[...]tore existence) and for all gener- after visits to Los Angeles and San Francisco, we ally[...]imatic extremes experi- 21 days we returned home, having voyaged about 50,000 miles and well[...]as a foreword which may or may not possess some items of interest. They are of necessity no[...]of North and South America was highly educational. To travel away from the beaten track and p[...]ELES, U.S.A. Population and in conception almost every way. | |
[...]March 1947 enced in the greater part of North America when for which is snowballing for trouble accentuated by | |
[...]There is some sort of a living wage, reckoned at something like 15 dollars per week. On costs, how-[...]ties more generally like what we have here at home,[...]reported as taking bags of bank notes home each[...]ficking in real estate was insane. The approach[...]leavening where stabilisation takes the almost inevitable climax to such national mad- place. But early there[...]k of the trend there South American States. Stabilisation is obviously whither! !![...]can easily imagine the early backwardness of most Journey being too long for publication i[...]ntinued in subsequent numbers until somewhat erroneously designated latins. Lingually[...]I wish I knew some fellow who would teach parts of many of the countries.[...]ic and careful mixing of the races. Some even now[...] | |
[...]arch 1947 COMMONWEALTH BANK OF AUSTRALIA | |
[...]BANK markable growth in the number of active accounts South Wales. This speech[...]he number of movement resulting in Australian Federation. For | |
[...]By L. A. SAUNDERS. M OST people in New South Wales, a great num- | |
[...]KINGDOM Reproduced with the permission of the New South Wales Branch of the Economic Society of Australia and New Zealand, by whom this article was issued as a monograph in July, 1946. F OR some time past it has been the aim of the | |
[...]lowing way: He is services will be in contact only with the new first to meet from the fund, to such exten[...]e facilities. is then to apportion the capital value of the fund All doctors are to be entitled to take part in the among the Regional Boards, earmarking to each a new arrangements in the areas where they are p[...]me of each portion will then pass already practising when the scheme begins. Taking to each board, and it will be free to use it as it part will not debar them from also continuing to[...]conditions. Any make private arrangemenits for treating people who board will be able at any time to draw on its por- wish to be treated outside the service, provided that tion of the capital for any purpose which the Minis- such persons[...]or on the lists of their partners in a Health Centre. General practitioner services cover the personal Peopl[...]son on his list will be the same[...]bination of fixed part-salary and[...]actually treated.[...]to provide additional induce- ment to practice in less attrac-[...]tive areas. In addition, a new[...]Practices Committee, mainly[...]be appointed to regulate in HOBART FROM BELLERIVE[...]the opening of the new, prac-[...]ce. The to be so composed that one-half of its members are committee will not be able to wi[...]ts through their own representative doctors practising in the public service in the area com[...]d one- A doctor whose application to practise in sixth appointed by the Minister. a particular area is refused, or granted only A main feature of the personal practitioner ser- subject to conditions, is giv,pn t[...]taff and maintain these centres. However, Practices Committee on the number of doctors re- doctors and dentists who use the new centres while quired to meet the needs of their areas and on the participating in the general personal practitioner existence of vacant practices on their lists. | |
[...]local government rather than to practices will apply to all practices which are wholly central government. The various functions com- [0,e or partly within the service. It will therefore make prised in this part of the health service include mid- r15e' the sale of the goodwill of such practices inappro- wifery, maternity and child welfare, home-nursing, priate, and the bill pro[...]th grounds, 11 4le the sale of such practices in future, and for compen- and ambulance services. are sation to existing practitioners in respect of the con- To advise h[...]In people concerned with the different parts of the ser- the meantime interes[...]advise the Minister of its own initiative on any Those who use the general practitioner service expert aspect of the servi[...]tor service. Priority will functions satisfactorily. He may make an order lee be giv[...]ily, himself. the wishes to participate in the general dental service I[...]rly years those who undertake to participate in the service. of the operation o[...]General practitioner, pharmaceutical, 5h centres,[...]d that dentists shall be able to participate either whole-time or part-time, dental, etc. . . . . . . . .[...]for the amount of time which they give to the new Superannuation and compensation . .[...]dentist will normally be able to start treatment with- out further refer[...]e will submit an esti- Contribution by National Insurance[...]32 mate of what is required to a new professional body[...]ance with a prescribed scale of fees or, in some Balance to be met by Exchequer . .[...]Away went the flagon act as local health authorities. In addition t[...] | |
[...]. Commonwealth Bank of Australia, | |
[...]the workshops of Chubbs' Australian Company[...]in collaboration with the Bank's artist, Mr. Gayfield[...]Activities of the club are carried on in the Bank's[...]Martin Place, Sydney, which in normal times is[...]a And call to see the Manager to try his new cigars, factor in helping the club to considerable success[...]me? in matches against other clubs and in postal con-[...]tminster Banks. The club was proud of its war record, no fewer than fifty of its members having served in the And when he draws some lucre out he simply stands dismayed, Forc[...]count his pelf then check it once again, its activities as in all other avenues of sport, but the[...]m slain. club managed to maintain a small active member- ship throughout the war period[...]nywhere, and it's a fearful thing, would participate in the first Memorial Shoot in[...]At three o'clock I'm going home, he's known this fact for years. and we have a more efficient o[...]degree. It is unusual and outstanding in its dignified design, and is moulded i[...] | |
[...]the onslaught of the In Britain the same type of experiments were Luftwaffe, because of a[...]ich covers above the surface of the earth, which reflects radio all forms of radio-locatio[...]ted. It was direction and the range of objects in its field of view noticed by Watt during these e[...]aircraft craft passing overhead. This fact was duly noted attack. It has made possible the t[...]BY the use of specially adopted equipment, a new dimension has been added to sea warfare. It is po[...]und that the surface of an object or target would act as a reflector of high frequency waves that is, a[...]THE TWINS receiver at the same location. John L. Wray | |
[...]March 1947 party including Dr. Goebbels in Germany in The[...]es into submission. | |
[...]f cameras and the receptivity to new ideas and the vigour to put them hurryings of emb[...]or took off for into execution. The new Dakota adds another the first official flight of[...]C., Mr. L. G. Melville (Economist), Australian progress. Mr. E. B. Richardson (Secretary), Mr[...]of the Pilots' cabin leaves nobody in doubt as to its ownership, whilst a glance into the interior of t[...]sidered opinion that it is the finest aircraft in Australia. All credit is due to Qantas Airways, who[...]to deliver the plane on time and demonstrate that Australian workmanship can equal the world's best. Due credit must also be given to staff artist Vernon Lorimer (Advertis- Left to righ[...]M.C. ing Department for the striking designs[...] | |
[...]Benevolent Society of N.S.W., "Scarba" Home for Child-[...]TIC FUND—ADELAIDE. STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS at close of business[...]Australian Red Cross Society (12 instalments) . •[...] | |
[...]the responded. Benevolent Society, Australian Red Cross, Deaf and Mr. Crichton the[...]im every suc- West Children's Health Scheme, Ryde Home for cess in his new position, presented him with a Incurables, Bush N[...]e experience dergari-en Union, various Children's Homes, several during the four years spent in S[...]will find no difficulty in settling down in their new Society for distribution amongst needy families.[...]ce: Messrs. Geoffrey Findlay, from Mel- several cartons of clothes being forwarded. A bour[...]had been been transferred to Stores Department, Melbourne, associated with the fund since its inception and who and Gladesville respectively. had been its president for twenty years. The secre-[...]ill have many years last managed to find a house. We miss Wendy's in which to enjoy a well[...] | |
[...]to enter the BALLARAT. — Early in the New Year the staff nursing profession. Good luck, Yv[...]ger (Mr. R. E. James) godspeed on his departure to again. His first victim was Miss Evelyn Wi[...]th Hudson's engage- mothers and sweethearts, a good time was had by ment to Mr. William Bruc[...]ergo an operation, but from second in Australia for "Advanced Accounting,' latest reports she is[...]uring her recent absence. notice his departure. They were so numerous that individual replies[...]ewell against Allen's 1937. side on its visit to Geelong and and making a presentation to[...]mong the runs in Ballarat this season, the his departure to take up duties as Assistant Super- c[...]), on behalf of himself and mem- a very attractive eighteen runs, when, to quote the bers of the[...]own to a hard-hitting appointment. He referred in most appreciative innings when he was dism[...]self an officer of ability and Two new members are welcomed to this office. high reputat[...]igh regard he held for Mr. Amos their new atmosphere. both personally and for his ability,[...]the Ballarat Bowling Club, which was Mr. Amos' departure from this office. He did much followed[...]100 per cent. starters at the bar(rier). to bring about happier worki[...]An aspect of post-war reconstruction is the appro- ally duri[...] | |
[...]d many interesting contribution to these pages in some form of order, and amusing incidents of the[...]bara's "groom-to-be" is none has retired from his post as Superintendent. Space[...]ers. News is to hand from Mrs. Betty Brett Young[...]husband are building a home, and there is no short- i ng responses by the out[...]! Sounds rather like subsided, when it broke out anew upon the intro-[...]he Bank represented in good competitive football, newly appointed Asst. Superintendent. The posi-[...]ebank, responding to the well chosen tion (Australian Rules). words of Messrs. Ward, Gill and Buckingh[...]gh very the club is fortunate in having at its head so experi- py to receive the gifts presen[...]uring the periods of Thanks to a very active committee, many func- difficulty occasioned b[...]n. nearly 35 years' service. Joining the Bank at its in- Appreciation is extended to the execut[...].S.B. in Adelaide, hoped that other sporting activities will be intro- later serving in Queensland and New South Wales. duced in the near future. 1[...]Florence by the following story, which is stated to be quite Mackay and Zelma Anderson an[...] | |
[...]rk has big change in the administration of our department. visited the Jim Campbells, and a son,[...]s wha hae! F. G. Pratten and W. P. Leahy, who are acting as Superintendent and Asst. Superintendent res[...]d, Brisbane has settled down our hope that our departing Superintendent will be to set-in rains[...]nce of good health in his area, for the Australia Day week-end. These withdrawal from the more active side of life. marooned quite a nu[...]d re- Late in January we welcomed our new Account- sponsibilities) of the fatherhood of hea[...]ant (Mr. Barnett) from Melbourne. We hope he has Australian lassies. The sequence of feminine addi-[...]on. Good luck girls! placed. On Australia Day a golf tournament was St. Patrick's Cathe[...]Sig" clerks, bubbling with youthful exuber- somes General Bank (Miss Cox and Mrs. Carmody) ance, o[...]pid has claimed Miss June Whittaker, who and her partner, proved themselves worthy of the has announced her engagement to Arthur Eggert of trophies bestowed upon them.[...]Beryl McKellar will be married BONDS AND STOCK DEPARTMENT, MELBOURNE. late in March[...]th Janu- upon his elevation to Dep. Registrar, Hobart, his ary, Mr. Lewin asked Mr. Langsford[...]sical Society and duly chris- October last of Mr. Arthur Wheeler, to whose family tened. Mr. Leo[...]sports received. Good luck in your new spheres, both of to Brisbane in'[...] | |
[...]arged from the Navy. expressed the department's good wishes at a fare- Mr. D. H. Fidock, was also discharged from the well party, and handed Miss Rogers a cheque from R.A.N.R.,[...]retained by the Military as staff officer hart, N.S.W.), and Mr. M. C. James (Manager, with Signals Department. Hamilton, Vic.). Mr. R. L. Newlands has left us on transfer to We c[...]ot keep away our Pixie Branch. Mr. Bullwinkel has acted as liaison enthusiasts; several of wh[...]and willing assistance at all times. see some of the match. Miss Dawn May, of Governments,[...]December the Staff Club arranged for approxi- the news, having won Foy's 5KA Talent Quiz, gain-[...]prize in the Amateur Hour. This was Factory. They were shown over the whole plant, followe[...]through the ice-works and to watch the actual Theatre, where she gave an excellent performance manufacture of ice-cream. The evening proved very of 'Vals[...]to content them- handing in their resignations almost simultaneously. selves with inter-departmental matches only. To Miss Loney came to us from[...]e proved their supremacy, and is to enjoy life at home for a while. Miss Chap- and .at the moment[...]in the business world. At a combined fare- well Party, Mr. Thummler expressed good wishes,[...]ll Bolton from Military Leave, and our , Next party was for Miss Betty Lane, who was new junior Mr. R. A. Alexander. As we were not _ al[...]last issue of "Bank Notes," this is ecurity Department, but since classification in I.F.D. rather[...]asses have left us—Miss Rogers, Her f adrewell party was also a joint one, Miss Beryl who has s[...]London. Although she assured in their new spheres. us in a nice little speech that the boys[...]age, will feel sure they will sadly miss this attractive and have joined the Benedicts by the[...]their midst. Miss G. E. print. Being somewhat young for the marital state, happy little lady from[...]t the sage advice so freely given by Dunn gave a most entertaining speech of fare- well, including advice re the coming voyage to[...] | |
[...]March 1947 HOBART.—Since our last issue there has been an Department at Melbourne, his old home town. Dur- | |
[...]day. ALBURY.—This Branch proudly hoisted its flags on[...]its best wishes for future happiness, and a presen-[...]capabilities. vehicles, organised sports, including bowls, lawn[...]Before their departure Tom came to grief on his Amongst[...]We wish them well in their new surroundings. the many years he has manag[...]leave their own State of Victoria and join a New Our Accountant (Mr. W. H. Trethowan[...]of opinion, especially when interstate cricket is Mrs. Trethowan have become wel[...]amps, noisy adding machines and murmurs of home city. All the same he is a staunch supporter of the Scout Mov[...]n to his remarks with a grain of salt Visits from officers of other Branches and ex- W[...]"When he was staff have been welcomed, including Mr. Burton, at Barrack Street."[...]o all other Branches, and hope Rube Adams, some time ago now, when we really some of you will visit us at Easter. Poured out our hearts to say "Health, wealth and The eng[...]be shed at 3.30 p.m. to say "Come home, Chas."[...] | |
[...]ard and inward transfers have in- Some of the staff have been active in the sport- cluded Miss J. G. I. Jauncey to Secretary's Depart- ing world Mr. D. Pullinger's son, Ralph, w[...]dall to Dee Why; under 13 years N.S.W. State swimming title, and A. T. Robinson to Kurri Kurri[...]n hospital, but it We cannot pass on to other news without mak- is reported that he[...]r a record period of attachment to Manly Most of the staff in turn are at present taking Branch[...]he occasion the staff gathered difficulties most of them have found it convenient together to wish[...]te presentation. journeyed off to other parts. Mr. S. V. Ward and It is very pleasing to t[...]Laughlin to Mudgee. our new Manager of only a few months vintage, and his wif[...]nce more unto the breach," Dear tribulation of a "house hunt," still it must be men- Editor, once mo[...]ery smile. main so in the future. Our newly-formed Staff Social Club's scheduled[...]up the season hind the counters of this active Branch. It was with[...]ng" to Ernie Haywa rd, our popular first Teller some news. Our cricket club was formed this yea[...]r, but plenty of the results have been very satisfactory. The team time on deceased accounts, e[...]at present running and G. Krauss departed for Ashfield and C.S.B. Syd- fourth in the comp[...]st of individual high batting and bowl- her new destination owing to an unfortunate acci- ing ave[...]ith 92 and Bryan Ryall with 88. The tions some time ago to the staff helped consider batting ave[...]e match has been arranged with Haymarket state and other readers) Five Dock allegedly derives Branch and will be held on 2nd March. Watch the its name. Being virtually bounded by water and next e[...]Notes" for the results. bays, one of its shore lines originally resembled,[...]or how the S, Manly staff has also been very active in other[...] | |
[...]NOTES GEELONG. — At long last Geelong makes its our deep appreciation, a travelling[...]one, and we wish | |
[...]or his own. lack of a residence no doubt somewhat diminishes Our Accountant (Mr. Powell) who j[...]ncy will shortly be rectified and that about the state of our thermometers. At the time Mr. and M[...]happy time in Parramatta. which has not shown itself for some time, and al- The "Wheel of Fortune" h[...]a Granville Branch (just two stations nearer home). gardening enthusiast, must have been the most ap- Our good wishes go with him, but we lo[...]sionally as he is not far away. Now that the New Year has been welcomed in, We also welco[...]Fleming, who is to join the staff is making the most of annual holidays, and us from Granville at t[...]Guildford Branch, and what with furlough and new- cause he misses the Savings Bank balance next[...]daughter. Helen Elizabeth at date has been at home great things of Miss Joyce Goulter this coming[...]our Dick tioners, Mr. Ryan, Mr. Mitchell and Mr. Carty, who Brackenreg—engagement. A short tim[...]x months. Keith Smith—the blessed state. Storks? Mr. and We have to conclude on a not[...]ce the rapid growth of the Commonwealth Department. Frank Ledwidge is back from hospi- Bank. Whereas a few years ago the names of most tal, holidays and Hay minus appen[...] | |
[...]re room, and the staff is once more settling and some information for your readers who have[...]as to see this fair city, and Another most notable happening on Australia it is a city by virtue of a Proclamation dated 1[...]the birth July, 1946, under the Local Government Act of 1919. of a son to Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Best. Both mother Some of us who were thick in the head and a[...]e on sick leave. Mr. Smith, we hope, will On Australia Day, a representative team of Banks return t[...]nare was that there We welcome our new Accountant (Mr. G. R. were also bowls, golf and er did someone mention Hinde, from Townsville), and[...]or those who are a proved an energetic house hunter. little slow to catch on Armidale holds t[...]iss his bow and arrow must have been listening to some cheery command of "Step up one to the[...]Bank resigned at the end of the year and jumped smartly into double harness. C. G. (Clarrie) Smith also[...]Notes," but there is nothing like turning over a new went the same way, and right now bet he's leaf[...]McDonogh) entertained the staff at a Christmas party, staff at present; he's just in training for "th[...]changes of recent months have been the partnew Accountant (Mr. C. C. Lucas) has joined occupatio[...]our Branch from Mili- awaited wet season. A few "new chums" were tary Leave as Teller,[...]he cult of water-paddlers and were in his new surroundings. Mr. E. N. Vernon was at soon as wat[...]ack from the Army, Mr. the Forces for some years, and is at present on his E. A. Goode, who[...]on in Melbourne. He was the recipient issue. Also new to the staff and the Bank are Mr. of a p[...]Mr. C. D. Thomas, in Mackay on a short activities.[...]ricket and motoring respectively. customers after Australia Day, for the builders had We extend a welcome to our new probationer, Entirely altered the interior[...] | |
[...]interest has been taken bourne office, the "Australian Father Christmas," as in the Test Matches, altho[...]far from satisfied with the results up to the party. Mr. Dooling played the part of Father present. Equally naturally one has dete[...]and his kind thought was a confident (one might almost say jaunty) bearing very much appreciated. However, Mr. Fuller car- among our Australian members as the hour of the ried on the Dooling tradition most creditably, his Adelaide Test approaches. However, we shall version being a somewhat burlier one than that of see . . .[...]Phillips is, at the moment, Taylor deserve particular mention. As well as Mr. in New York, but we hope to see something more Lewis, the gathering include[...]ll S. C. Maslin (Chief of our Stock Department) and prove to be an enjoyable one.[...]Bishop. Office, who is now working in our Bill Department.[...]ose who Thorpe Hornby was formerly at Paddington, New have seen it. Greatly appreciated wer[...]did horsemanship of the actors and the "shots" of[...]ing is concerned, we can look back with pleasure (most conveniently) just before Christmas. Once[...]Men's Clubs combined was in the vicinity of 160. Some fifteen to twenty enthusiasts meet one even- Despite the fact that the alteration of the date for the ing a wee[...]of Saturday, 4th January, our second children's party for the families of mem- The carnival[...]amber by permission of our Manager. part of the Chubb Cup programme, five handicap Some forty to fifty children were there and more[...]ed we would good purpose that nearly all trace of its habitual mention that the Chubb Cup was d[...]ion between by the recently received parcels from Australia. all Banks. Each Bank holding a[...]ank securing the of our staff, the children took part in games, most most points at the end of the season becomes th[...] | |
[...]" Evening arranged in their honour been able to participate once again in staff sporting proved to be a very happy function indeed. From activities which have been in recess during the[...]fter office hours at the Crawley Swimming Baths. Some forty men to the position of Assistant[...]Amos is motoring overland by the interstate high- and nine ladies have taken part in both point races[...]the first O.I.C. of the Housing Loan Department. He had had indifferent health for some years, but testants, and it is hoped that the la[...]his death came as a shock to all who knew him. ances will encourage a still larger number[...]there for some time prior to his appointment as Encouraged[...]at Parkes, N.S.W., twenty-two enthusiasts took part in a practice until his return to Perth. Our sincer[...]e joined the Bank in recent years. B. & S. Department, contracted that distressing com-[...]n Batavia. Temporary Hales proved themselves the most promising bowlers. male employees of the Bonds and Stock Depart-[...]e on the arrangements were made to meet both the National retired list prior to the outbreak of the war, and we Bank and the Bank of New South Wales. It is hope that they wi[...]ant Savings Bank, Surely the honours for the most enterprising Sydney, who spent a happy hol[...]M. Walters, who has joined the Bill and Stock Department, who recently purchased a small V.I. class yacht. Has the Bank any other lady Department, was transferred from Hobart to Perth skippers?[...]include several office the Industrial Finance Department, was transferred romances. Congratulations and good wishes are to the same position in Brisbane office. He had exten[...]ley Grace and Mr. Ken Dee, both of the Bill Depart- and golfing circles. He was succeeded by Mr.[...]ings Bank; and Miss Pat Prendiville, of Gene- Department, Sydney.[...]Misses Norah Clements and Prior to their departure, Mr. Bradbury, the Mana- Joyce Forem[...] | |
[...]pest sympathy laide. This, the last of the Club's activities for the on the death of his father year,[...]y a ballet comprised of 16 of the presses its appreciation to the committee responsible Bank girls: Apart from being pleasing to the eye, for the en[...]ringah Hall, Neutral Bay, on the afternoon of the art and combined admirably in giving a per-[...]ve, and his expression of pleasure of assiduous practice and tutoring by Ballet Mis- at' being p[...]e not admitted to witness the future due to its expansion policy, was indeed exhibition, we have[...]g. An excellent afternoon tea was served, main intact, and all are looking forward to a repeat and[...]staff Messrs. K. N. Barber, R. H. Roberts, P. D. participate.[...]been transferred to Wellington, time he renewed old acquaintances (having relieved and he carri[...]rdon), and Lea from Ashfield Branch, and Messrs. Martin, Mrs. Willey (nee Miss Marie Whatson[...]at their stay with us will be a forward to visits of any former members of this happy one. Mr. Hind[...]fice ture, and we wish him luck. He took with him some Mr. G. C. Austen as our new Accountant, and Mr. books on that subject as a re[...]are happy in their new spheres. | |
[...]BANK NO TES HURSTVILLE. After a somewhat lengthy absence Recently Mr. C[...]in appears in print. Premises Department), together with Messrs. Mc- | |
[...]of John? our correspondents, including the Post Office, seem to think we are situated 131 m[...]Mr. D. B. Murdoch. We of this Branch who knew would like to welcome back all Service Pers[...]f this Branch; the extra numbers, and we most certainly agree with all the things that al[...]achelors we have. It has been suggested that some ladies may like to commence a correspond- e[...]tive from Goulburn Street is to be found in most spheres of sport, including cricket, football, golf, sailing, tennis, an[...]Newcastle Branch Cricket Team.—Leftlo right—Back[...]service nual leave, presented Mr. London with some appro- with the Air Force and the la[...]essrs. A. Brien and P. Grogan (probationers). most disastrous but we are pleased to announce[...]farewell to Misses June Dowling and that the New Year has seen him on the job again.[...]very best wishes for Moira—a job well done including those delightful future happiness. T[...]e, and we do regret their going as loss being Newcastle's gain. mu[...]. George Hore relieved Mr. Pollard during the NEWCASTLE.--We would first of all offer our con-[...]e Christmas number of "Bank Notes." Newcastle, and we look forward to seeing him again The attractiveness of the cover was popular with when the occasion presents itself. everyone and the illustrations excellent.[...]ansferred to Wallsendt' quite knowing why, an article from the pen of John was pr[...] | |
[...]who has gone to lure the public into the new News has come of Mr. Mountford's (our esteemed[...]these transfers more anon. over his new managerial chores. Miss Vera Elliott has unfor[...]' Private Hospital, North Sydney, his way home from Crow's Nest Branch (he has where she has und[...]leave—Barbara We were pleased to receive visits from Messrs. was the first typiste to g[...]dobolin Branch), Russell (Bathurst), Department when it was opened; Mr. W. H. Tonner (Nyngan)[...]r. H. C. Townsend arrives CIRCULAR QUAY. Although news from this office to take over the duties of Accountant. has been conspicuous by its absence, we hasten to assert that the Branch is indeed still flourishing. It NEWCASTLE WEST. Newcastle West offers[...]its was with regret that we lost Mr. Roberts to Campsie most cordia l greeti ngs to fellow office rs, this[...]as son, of Kurri Branc h. Joan' s new home has been replaced by Mr. Neale. Mr. Penfold[...]of conversation of late, and the , list, and departed for Glen Davis, and close on we are lo[...]Although some months have elapsed since their New arrivals to the staff include Messrs. W.[...]in the latter part of last year. Wedding bells rang in for Miss[...]As a result of summer week- end activi ties at least SPIT JUNCTION. Applause Department. . . Before two members of the s[...]d Stan Beale's sun- durin duringg the That's something we've wanted to[...]e Christmas, when Accountant, Mr. G. 0. Bartlett, had been provision- , resigned to try her l[...]ally appointed Manager of a new Branch to be side business world; our Accountant,[...]went Mr. Bartlett, we would like to offer our congratula- cheer[...]s and best wishes for his future. be happy in his new appointment; John Turner, | |
[...]tention now of the staff in their spare time, of news.[...]rs and "Blue" goes fishing. Pat Thorp, on her departure to C.S.B. Sydney, at the end of January, her[...]by ex- Serviceman Percy Wills, whom we welcomed some WAGGA WAGGA.—Nowadays we fi[...]g the peace and piling staff news is quite a problem, because what quiet o[...]finger was a lovely ring, sure sign that some astute man had won her heart.[...]particularly Shirley Bryson, with whom she has[...]be the healthiest couple in Australia, for we wished[...]smania, and it is good to have them Mr. A. C. Martin (Manager), P. R. Wills, and R. C. Besley. ba[...]occa- stay in Wagga, although hot days somewhat marred, sions "keeping his eye in" with a .2[...]We were very glad to meet them, and target, rabbits. o[...]Branch hereby Manager A. C. Martin and teller, Dick Besley, are makes its debut in "Bank Notes." We have had at present res[...]has not be of interest. Mr. Jaffrey started things r°1111-1,g yet failed to win a pennant[...]when he left at the end of 1944 for Sydney; his fact for which our staff is justly proud.[...]at influx Just recently we received news of Mr. Eric Ronald - of visitors, tourist[...]Mr. W from Mr. and Mrs. Douglas (Kingsford), Mr. Martin (Bill) Taylor, late of Rural Credits, Melbourne. The (Bill Dept. H.0.), Miss Saunders (Goulburn), Mr. and new Accountant will have a friend in the Teller Mrs.[...](Mr. R. C. Bayliss), who was in the same Depart- whom displayed a high percentage of sun-tan.[...]s, works Hill, N.S.W. Much about the same time, another inspectors and inquisitive citizens[...]a severe drought, accompanied by a news, Mr. Norman Glenton, ex-Army, from Ballar[...]sfer The work attendant with the opening of a new of Mr. J. G: Pitcher to Wagga; al[...], a r rived to gain mor e once should satisfy the most fastidious, experience in the art of Banking. | |
[...]ance in Bank MA ROUBRA JUNCTION.—As it is quite some time Notes we have had numerous changes. Most im- since our last contribution, please bear with[...]staff has and Misses Finch and Budd to Stores Department increased by some ten members, ex-Service- and B. & S. Sydney respe[...]we men welcomed amongst us being Arthur have welcomed the following additions to the s[...]Mervyn Horsburgh, Gordon Marshall, Stewart Swin- J. M. Folkard, A. T. Matthews, H. F. Ball a[...]ugh in October and November last, Department. Mr. Blakeley has been transferred to We enjo[...]e a few afternoons revel- this was confirmed some time ago, we are happy[...]for that some of our remaining few girls are to be trans-[...].—Since last we appeared in "Notes from New Guinea, and who may now be found c/o. ,e Branches[...]ar. 'The staff turned up in force at a surprise party [ c) do honour to the occasion, and later at a[...]n the banking chamber our Manager Newcastle and Katoomba. Miss K. N. Enderby), on behal[...]have chal- return to Hay Branch hale and hearty once again. len ged the Rural Bank. Three weeks[...]n Grant, from Relieving Staff, Sydney, is at Psa raCtice have produced a crop of bruised shins a[...] | |
[...]riously. We few weeks and looks like going on for some con- hurried outside to watch proceedings[...]s and what have you's. to start the fire engine. After several minuteshaleof[...]med to set in, and w nence by scoring 115, and we most certainly mean one fireman cranked furious[...]ngine Careered added burden by making frequent visits upstairs madly out of the station, down t[...]t cement. Through this entrance our satisfactory, as the accompanying photograph w1[...]not thetno deposits his load out front with the plasterer, we[...]of himself with a long hose which snakes in from some unknown tap outside. This spouts a steady stream[...]at goes up must come down, and it is noticed that most of the water coming from the hose up there[...] | |
[...]might travel a thousand the elements of its appeal is an undertaking which[...]r scenes of the track that fol- disouss someone else's home town than one's lows the western[...]s for granted, per- the Harbour Bridge and its panorama of the port haps, but they als[...]from monotony. This, after all, implies most of its[...]It has been delightfully expressed by Dr. homes of Darling Point, Point Piper and Vaucluse,[...]r in his genial, co nversational way. "He's young, he's wonderfu ,l, or[...]ries." The ferries? Well, perhaps. Most certainly it may be traced to Sydney's[...]s a city built beside the sea, and from its life the sea and the doings of the sea are- inseparable. No other i Australian capital is so generously endowed with th[...]ich distinguish Sydney; none, save Ho bart, with that blend of streets and ships, none.[...]tators whose historical commentaries impart a deeper significance to the harbour littoral,[...]ENTS. add to the arrangements of the New South Wales 11111111111......_ | |
[...]the application of this precept serve a more practical end than in the study of the City of Sydney itself. Of all the State capitals, two only have shown really noteworthy zeal in[...]shion than Sydney. This, of course, has brought its own penalties. But whilst we await the promised[...]scorn of the humdrum more con- spicuous than in its streets. They wind through valleys and wander ov[...]on the other side of that hill. There is always something new to be found, something which the pressing affairs of the day have[...]moments to spare, is an appeal which is unique in Australian towns. As a study in architectural perspective, it presents the builder's art with an effect never to be accom- plished in the[...]rectangles and the aesthetic attributes of this part of Sydney have been enhanced in recent years by t[...]e Bligh Street is a street of strongly marked character. Con- But not all of Sydney's streets ar[...]. Macquarie Street, identical above all else Even its traffic seems to fall under the restraining even Parliament House—with the medical prof es- influence of the Unio[...]others. With palm trees lining its eastern ie the Union Club's old world[...]chieves the viatic dignity of Melbourne' meet the new Public Library in charming perspec- witho[...]op of the ridge ward and you will receive another artistic reward[...]separates the heart of the city from the slopes of by always at its best in late afternoon, in the setting Domain[...]rdens, distinguished on _ of the Lands Office and its clock tower framed by the the presence of State Government House, the,C.kolic Department of Agriculture and a group of tall date servatorium of Music and the stately new historic .6, palms. To the left, Bent St. and[...]the traffic of Macquarie Street itself, College Street | |
[...]The years come and go, all too quickly for most of boldly. ,n,een'sti Square retains two notabl[...]the sight of everyone for the whole length of Martin whose spire has now been dwarfed b[...]days of Gover- hospital had perforce to be somewhere near the nor Macquarie. Both, it might be hoped, will escape centre of things. As well as its own age, it has t he ,modern addiction to a ruthl[...]ernor Bourke and Matthew. passed since the Post Office tower was removed, Flin ders to contemplat[...]clock floated out over Martin Place to echo and tin Place, the heart of the City of Sydney, crossed a nd recrossed by[...]e in the streets and byways of the bustling li ke some slowly moving shuttle. c[...]ndard of permanency by As the centre of an Australian city, Martin Place Kn(pws no rival. It is a concentration of[...]on the pavements below; quality without a counterpart. Banking, insurance, itself serene and unconcerned by the passing hours travel, are the most conspicuous contributors in the, which it marked off for others. Lifetime habits are ti'volution of the Martin Place we know to-day,[...]ken, and even now I am probably not e General Post Office, with the fragrant aid of the the only[...]_Fitt Street. It was not until about 1919 that Martin place was extended to Castlereagh Street by th[...]then it has gradually progressed far- t her and farther eastward, finally meeting its last[...]of the Colony of New South Wales, and which he I:ate it from the open[...]f was at such pains to perpetuate in the per- is something inconceivably stubborn in the way[...]of H.M.S. "Sirius" reclines on its[...] | |
[...]ur Bridge, The Rocks area still retains enough of its character to preserve the memories of old days in Sydney.[...]y Mr. Gayfield Shaw bring with them the true character of a Sydney that is, alas, vanishing and, indeed, such is its historic, romantic or picturesque background that each subject is truly de- serving of an article to itself. The archi- tecture of churches, like the mus[...]ble amount of Ce r- how a city's face may change. Its old church build- tainty of having the requ[...]stands St. Phillips, between and down hills, its streets perpetuate the[...]reet at the rear, on the crest of races of houses, iron-railed stone stairways lead fronl Church H[...]t level to another. Here and there are is the old home of Dr. Jamieson. One wonders how unlovel[...]worth Hotel, spare a moment Sydney with its road bridges spanning shad°1 to contemplate Jamieson House. Any who may, cuttings, its bulk stores, and its huddle of quain t °eL, A will see it as the artist has presented it, as a rather houses with their backyards of washing; determin[...]gure of faded gentility. to postpone any adoption of modern ways as 1 e The f[...]theatre in Miller's Point? And that bridge with itst which the tenements appear as modern flats. An[...]It had to be, of course. 31;lts excursion through someact that their day individuality.[...]quarters of residence had to be found inland, anda[...]Miller's Point. It was originally known as stately old family mansion amongst the villas and Jack-the-Miller's Point, and the first phase of its fiats and bungalows of to-day. But as we are[...]cerned with that section of SydneY over w.freat- its early people were merchants and shipowners the Lord Mayor presides—or part of it—any. L., . who established their homes there in the interests[...]arts[...]Sydney and leave out that nebulous strip 0f , in some form or other, been by the sea and ships.[...] | |
[...]eccentric, and therefore fasci- of Woolloomooloo itself was Wallabahmullah, nating.[...]linghurst Road and Victoria kangaroo." Another of its names was Wallamullah, Street inters[...]t (called after Lady Darling) leads to New South Head Road, and the luxurious begins and ends no one can say exactly and in. detail. We know it as a part of East Sydney, situa- ated on the ridge between Woolloomooloo and Rushcutters Bay. Its southerly extremity might be set at Oxford Street[...]headland of the neigh- bourhood, and it merges at some intangible point With King's Cross. Commander Bre[...]DR. JAMIESON'S HOUSE. st atement that at about the time of Wor[...]esiden- tial area 1 To-day, that locality is the most densely residential sections of the easter[...]Darlinghurst Road in the direction populated in Australia. There is to be found, by those who look[...]to Springfield Avenue. It politanism and unconventionality which whets the is bent like a boo[...]labyrinth of curiosity of Sydney's visitors interstate and over- interesting little streets, by[...]g's Cross ends. It is a corner of the most intricately patterned has never heard of Sydney.[...]picturesque, tree-shaded streets hood. Farther on, in Macleay Street and almost c ' dappling sunshine, the awnings, the coffee[...]the not-so-young. It is a pleasant part of Sydney. Its traffic flows through it in n ever-ending stream[...]ked trolley buses, swift and bourne. Its identity is declared above the bylaws[...] | |
[...](Article on "Banks" in the Encyclopaedia Brittanica-14[...]e modern picture—was growing up amongst the old homes point of view. But as early as 2,000[...]h a system. quietly aside as though reluctant to part with those It was not the result of private initiative at that features which would preserve its identification[...]m and the interest Butler Stairs are a tempting start for those who upon t. may feel disposed to[...]evident enough that the priestess Arrlaot", innermost quarter of meanness, while Hordern Stairs[...]merely the accredited g.e (built in 1882 and the most picturesque of the three)[...]period was certainly such. It runs: of the old parts of Sydney, there is none more the son o[...]eads in from Victoria Street to used to buy sesame. At the time of the sesa,_, a tiny thoroughfare t[...]er street nor lane harvest he will repay in sesame, at the current priu'' in the ordinary sense. It is, in fact, nothing more to the bearer of this document.[...]works and a jumbled foreground of Woolloomooloo's housetops and backyards. I said in the beginning that freedom from monotony plays a major part in Sydney's power to charm. This, together with the merits it implies, finds concise expression in the mobil[...]ng crowds and ferries. It appeals to the child in most of us. Since the days when its deep-sea berths were filled with sailing ships, its name has ever been synonomous with sunshin[...] | |
[...]When he starts to walk around, follow him slowly, H ow[...]endeared himself to all and sundry. His character, | |
[...]Now, girls, I am sure that some of you must have[...]week, and at the end of the season we had a part[...]that we hope to do the same again this year.[...]Gloucester Place, London, who has been most grat a _ and should you feel your temper rising,[...]t will, just leave the puppy and go for tional hockey player, she is most interested in °I I:, team, and has sent us some hockey books to he a walk on your own. A Scottish[...]rr and kindly training; just as quickly he will react to just pick k u any show of temper. He i[...]e him only the everything about practically nothing. Whereas a[...]al and goes on knowing less and less practically and every dog owner can ill afford to negle[...]n of peroxide, dry thoroughly with methylated spirits and dust boracic powder. Repeat daily unti[...] | |
[...]killed in air operations over New[...]killed in air operations over New[...]tions over Dutch New Guinea. Flight/Sergeant H. W. Phill[...] | |
[...]hock of ber paSSing but gabe Some Solace to family anb frienb5 in[...]monies ije bore litinSetf thitb tbe same bignitp anb courage tufjiclj[...]humanity, a simple kinbline55 Wild) expreSSeb itself in remembrance anb thanks[...]a rich pertonaittp, tuarm=bearteb Woman, mother anb frienb.[...]by the memories of their thoughts anb actions, their preSence in our hearts anb minbS. Etiep tibe in u5 to the Same extent aS tue bie in them. Their memorial[...] | |
[...]STAFF WELFARE T HIS is a subject which in its wider sense re- ceived scant consideration in Australia prior to the war, but it has attracted a vast amount of atten- many new features. All phases of the work,[...]ill be autonomous, liaison being maintained most important factor in human relationships. Uni- with the State Welfare Sub-committee, and through versities have developed special sections for its that body to the Head Office Welfare Executive • study, and its true value is now well recognied Commi[...]necessary Clubs and kindred organisations, mostly with to inaugurate the plan, but[...]e least delay, the chairman of the Head war action was of necessity confined to patriotic[...]revival. Generally present visiting capital Branches to make a survey speaking, the field of operations has been confined of present activities, discuss proposals generally to capitals and a few of the larger branches, and an[...]ure. the rehabilitation of our officers from active service Here it might be mentiond th[...]s job will be very interest- devoted to this important subject, and much pre- ing and congenia[...]me must under one organisation all manner of activities, be given wide scope, and complete success will including sporting, recreational, cultural and educa- largely depend on its maximum application as far tional pursuits, together with amenities and social as practicable wherever the Bank finds it necessary fu[...]ontinued growth of the Bank's to station its officers. Whilst it will be impossible operat[...]hes on such to afford few opportunities for participation to any a broad scale as that envisaged in the city and extent in these pursuits, but it is considered the time suburban areas[...]e. plished for all branches, and particularly those at As it is essential that[...]le extensively with matches, inter- signified its appreciation of what is contemplated, branch or district, intrastate and interstate. and assures the fullest co-operation.[...]The Bank is prepared to grant practical assist- Brief reference to the scheme[...]ster it. degree of enthusiastic participation. It cannot be too It is important to note that there is no intention strongly e[...]ich will in any way overlap the numerous activities cannot be left to the few. the functio[...]g staff Individuals should all play their part and readily so, organisation. On the contrary[...]y welfare movement is for their indi- present activities and to introduce and develop[...] | |
[...]ceived by the staff with great pleasure and satisfaction. These re-appointments are a tr[...]was appointed Manager, Cairns, and in 1943 Sub- some time to develop, especially under prevailing Inspector, Mortgage Bank Department. ioi,,[...]. Morey joined the Bank at Ballarat in of present activities by a process of evolution and[...]nd, after service at that point a the creation of new features for which there is a Hobart, was appointed Accountant and Teller at very exte[...]re he had experience doubt whatever that the benefits which will accrue in the Bill Department, and Security Department; to all parties cannot do otherwise than foster and In 19[...]was transferred to the Administrative Departmer.it, Bank service. where he has been engaged on Rural Credits[...], Sydney. In 1932 he n Bank has resumed its pre-war practice of was appointed Accountant at King's[...]and to enable them to make a detailed Department, where he served for twelve yea study of spec[...]impson, Morey, position of Advance Policy and Capital Issues Breden and Mutton) left Australia for this purpose, Officer. and the staff will be interested to know particulars Mr. Alister Mutton joined the Bank[...]ce with the Bank. Administrative Department in 1922. In 1926 he wa Mr. G. R. Simpson[...]and in 1932 was app eisd the Union Bank of Australia Ltd. at Ballarat. In 1922 Teller at Canowindra[...]24 to ferred to the Chief Accountant's Department, and Hobart. In 1925 he became Accountant and Teller 1940 to the Secretary's Department, in which office at Devonport, and in[...] | |
[...]TNT July, 1912, Mr. Gill resigned from the State 1 Savings Bank of Victoria to join t[...]Chambers, where the first Adelaide from Hobart Branch. local accounts were opened.[...]r. Thummler, in a few words, thanked Parliament at that time. the[...]f, and for spected agencies in South Australia. He acted as their generous farewell gifts[...] | |
[...]y to stimulate a more lively appreciation of the part they have played in the history of man's vigorous, but only partially successful, endeavour to con • quer the el[...]acrifice, tragedy, humour, and conflict which had its beginning even before man himself had learned to[...]uished by high adventure and dra- matic change of nationality. To those who[...]and traditional figurehead, she[...]side of the chart room amid-[...]ships the fact that she was built[...]form part of Finland in the Baltic Sea, whose name but a[...]on the counters of most of the large sailing ships, tha t[...]is woven the chapter in "Pamir's" story, that is most inti mately associated with Australia. It was Mariehamn which[...]Australian grain trade after the war of 1914-18. Whe[...] | |
[...]when she was caught aback in a sudden gale in the Australian Bight- - - was in b[...]six ships in the Australian grain trade, and[...]seventeen. Most of them made the voyage home to Falmouth or Queenstown from Port[...]eless the weather, when the Bight is living up to its reputation, sometimes encour- aged the choice of the run west- war[...]nto a fair wind, thence into the Indian Ocean and home by the Cape of Good Hope. Fifteen days out fr[...]rcled port of Christchurch, charming Canter- bury capital in the South Island of New Zealand, "Pamir" sailed into Sydney Harbour on th[...]ment which goes to prove that none of the ancient art of handling these ships is lost. "Pamir," in fact, is sailed to-day exactly as she was forty years ago. Of the fifteen days' run from New Zealand, five were spent beating through[...] | |
[...]amidships. The latter is a major factor in her com-[...]One of the most notable features of the large[...]housed amidships, between the mainmast and the[...]chart room, another innovation in modern sail, which[...]that "Pamir's" nationality was changed for the first "Pamir" w[...]sed by her origi largest ship, was one of the two most prominent owners, and in 1925 made the[...]- hands endured untold misery, while they, at the same time, braved the chance of being drowned. The fam[...]f lifting to them. "Pamir's" deck plan is characteristic of the age in which she was built.[...] | |
[...]9 whose activities we have already glanced. This was | |
[...]June SOME UNUSUAL R[...]vourite kind of mountain | |
[...]Somewhat reminiscent of the Indian style of[...]its four-column entrance possessing "severe dig-[...]the oldest existing Anglican church in Australia. One of its unique features is the electrified system[...]of bell chimes, in its ancient belfry, which broad-[...]has twin towers above its main entrance. The[...]and though construction started in 1797, it was not[...]lt in she left England in 1809. Before her departure Mrs. the year 1822, included a verandah and tw[...]ng on a hill, the Church of St. John's, at of its "delapidated" condition, but the towers were Camd[...]lt of brick. The pit from retained, and the new church built around it. The which the material wa[...]e site and costs of which were defrayed by the Macarthur family. The S.S. "Quetta," a vessel lost ove[...]ats salvaged from the "Quetta" form the pews, and some of the ship timbers have been made into church fu[...]at situated at Angus Place, near Lithgow, western New South Wales.[...] | |
[...]June 1941 This particular church in its original form con- A large woode[...]l | |
[...]rationing here have soon have to consider some similar facilities for the done especially good s[...]iation of traffic congestion of all kinds. Under- nationally. Though irksome, there was fairly good ground and roof g[...]scheme as a farmers' paradise, it is of the utmost national importance, having justified the expendi-[...]ture in national crisis alone by:[...]numerable war activities, chief of which and more[...](the atomic city) houses 70,000 people as well as the scientific factories, laboratories and other impedi- CANADI[...]nside fifteen months from U.S.A. necessitated the housewife to assess require. commencement. The se[...]ess worrying individual coupon used character but the war emergency housing of this in Australia. The Banks in U.S.A. acted as recipients kind was the best and most logical seen on tour. An for expended and issuers of new coupons. An offi- adaptation could surely be innovated to properly cial in Canada recognised the Australian system serve as a permanency. The houses in varying as a good one quite a lot better than that in U.S.A. size units and some variation in design were pre "Four specific asp[...]he extent that the airplane and motor trans- State of Ohio. Transport was by motor truck and port plays in the national life of both the trailer. This of n[...], en route. The facilities striven for or actually given "For the farmer the T.[...] | |
[...]been widened considerably, and a new Avenida[...]specially good and some fine homes are hereabouto.[...]"Belo Horizonte allegedly a model city newly[...]factor is the avenidas of huge and beautiful trees,[...]vividly green and none other than Australian ficu.s SAO PAULO. BANK IN FOREGROUND.[...], but in no wise is irrigation or such benefits given. Universal electricity is a boon. A ing sight in some of the remote airfields and out- regional products research division exploits all the posts especially W.A. flowering gums that appear[...]king. Our trees production as well as other national problems and[...]m a n y partsof thte u.s. A has been particularly engaged in the development of dehydr[...]known as 'quick freeze.' These tal of the State of Minas Geraes, the centre of rich features will be probably used to some extent in mining and agricultural districts. Nearby is a ne, Australia when conditions are normal. man[...]amb "Town planning in most of the cities in South pleasure resorts, including yachting, golfing' America is old and a mixt[...]ith all pleasure diversions and amen'" ning, sometimes over 400 years old shows some ties. 'The architecture is largely extr[...]combat climatic conditions but oddly 'in functional except the Church which is so radical these[...]lottery operated in several states referred to a, ther single, double or multi units, with an absolute insufficiency of land. other part of this outline report is called 'bichou.[...]d provision of civic improve- ments by which Martin Place extension and our street widening pal[...]he inadequacy of the former compared with the new Avenida Presidente Vargas in Rio which is[...] | |
[...]BANK NOTES Even some banks operate the bichou and thereby[...]round the old finished in a grandeur to some extent quite unim- | |
[...]the addition of some general impressions (sketchily[...]"In each city, Philadelphia, New York, Toronto,[...]TAL DE LA CATEDRAL, 1525 A.D., SAN DOMING parts and mostly the bad parts.[...]"Fifth Avenue, the vaunted of New York, pos- sesses some majesty in buildings, the Empire State,[...]challenges the famous music hall of Rocke- department stores, Altmans, Lord and Taylors, Saks' feller Centre, New York. The theatre ordinarily I. Magnin and so on but withal a prosaic something will accommodate 5,000 people but is[...]just like home. Little dirty old buildings, broken. being[...]beyond mid-town and there appears 2,000 apart from the ordinary dining rooms of the[...]ning sight in such co ngestion; in summer, artificially frozen in winter for skating,[...]Contemplating congestion and other factors Nev with polo, racing, etc., are all part of this strangely[...]from U.S.A., Canada and all South though some are pocket handkerchief breaks. yes, America. A 19-hour airplane service New York to g York is an extraordinary[...]l from Rio to the little green- whole of Australia which is only about :Juur grocer's stall is[...]ompara- tively—truly a land of contrasts. Australians can learn a lot from this land and[...] | |
[...]By J. J. STEW ART. low | |
[...]. Not with him, too. Sandy knew nothing of this, until a year later did Jones l[...]evening. All the prospecting, according At some stage in his prospecting care[...]it wasn't long a share in the profits of their discovery. How[...]enter his home again.[...]was put to work, but none of them knew they[...]of , home when a violent storm drenched them[...]erty. Feeling much better after a fire had been starte too big for them to handle u[...] | |
[...]away in an asylum. John Gordon, the father, his partners for £90,000. This, of course, was in e[...]amount. which was to characterise his rule over 'The Mount," by bringing in as a partner William Patti- The Mount Morgan Company, it should be son. Some years later J. Grant Pattison, his son, pointed out, was in no way a partner to the trans- in writing a biography of his father, was vehement actions with the Gordons, and gave the pensions in hi[...]distractions wealth can buy, they were able to forget chea[...]son, at the time NOTICE ABOVE GATES IN A HOBART PARK he became interested in Mount Morgan, was wo[...]This beauty spot without a single tree, Parliament and a public figure. In a few years he[...]hame and anxiety, com- monly known as a broken heart. "The Mount of Sorrow," Grant Pattison call[...]n the years that followed investors, not only in Australia, but in England as well, had good cause tc[...]in the mine, but in those who controlled it and its share capital. Shares went as high as £17, and it is when fic[...]ontributed to a decision to close down. However, new capital was then found, and the mine re- opened as an op[...]OLD HOMESTEAD, NEAR MORPETH, N.S.W. | |
[...]cRae, M. K., Inverell, to Guyra. Holloman, S. B., Homebush, to Petersha m. , Noakes, J. M., Artarmon, to Barrack Hopkins, N. J., Circular Quay, t[...]Guyra. Jolly, D. A., Rlv. Staff, N.S.W., to New Riddell, D. L., Brisbane, to Me[...]to Rozelle. Jones, R. L., Barrack St., Sydney, to New Robertson, H. D. C., Brisbane, t[...]Robinson, A. J., Kurri Kurri, to Newcastl[...]lv. Staff, N.S. Schofield, R. K., Newtown, to Armidale[...]Steele, James, Leichhardt, to Broken Hill. Martin, W. D. H., South Brisbane, to Steuart, A. j., Longreach, to Brisbane[...], to Albion. Swan, D. C., Newcastle, to Adamstown. Morrisby, J. A., Hobart, to Burnie. Taylor,[...] | |
[...]S 25 Newton, J. A., Melbourne.[...]brag. son Crusoe." Dampier knew more about the Pacific | |
[...]we could scarce understand him, contrain'd him, partly by grief and partly by want for he seem'd to speak his words[...]th for Firing and candle, there, and 'twas some time before he could relish and refreshed him with its fragrant smell. He might our Victuals." hav[...]as large as our lobsters and very good. These he sometimes boil'd AN IMPRESSION -A WESTERN[...]western horizon. a A stage is being set which awaits clear'd him of all gross Humours, so that he ran[...]description. At last, shaking dawn from its shoulders sometime before he could wear Shoes after we[...]ng expands in the sun's rays, we begin to himself sometimes by cutting his name on the trees feel[...]unbearable and shelter is sought. All early activi- there. He was at first much pester'd with Cat[...]ure and Rats, that had bred in great numb'rs from some humanity rests.[...]the animal kingd°51 the Rats. He likewise tam'd some Kids, and to feeds, the hard smitten[...]then sing and dance Sunset, with its fellow-conspirator twilight, be- with them and hi[...]of the western horizon. with little thongs of the same that he cut with his Twilight comes, the ev[...]to the hack he made others t o eg n a new. as well as he could of some iron Hoops that were[...]which he beat thin and ground upon Stones. Having some Linen cloth by him, he sow'd "[...] | |
[...]By FRANK A. McNEILL, of 'the Australian Museum.[...]y a barrier of coral reefs; this is the nature of Australia's north-eastern boundary to the[...]of a long line of boiling shoal than the whole of New Zealand. While our Austra- water, spr[...]ock- can be navigated by small ships, and most of them hampton to the tip of Cape York, the land nowhere are tortuous. Here Australia has a natural protection faces deep sea. Interven[...]he waters between the Outer Barrier abyss. Beyond its edge the sea floor drops sharply and th[...]ocean swells. Often during the winter and part of through the reef mass have failed to reach bed[...]s. It is a strange experi- sea-water. The southernmost place where the coral ence to travel e[...]sland in south latitude 24" enable even the most timid comfortably to explore 71 . This place is a[...]Generally speaking, The Great Barrier Reef is house stands. A few miles further on are more divisible into two main parts. One is the inner coral islands assembled in th[...]s the outer belt (Outer larger group, called from its latitude the Capricorn Earlier) overgrown[...]reefs multiply fast. The broad tide. Part of the inner zone is the steamer highway system[...]r reefs com- for the passage of interstate and foreign shipping— mences with the loosely[...]ricorn there, the Outer Barrier becomes more compact, Channel, passing through the group[...]Torres Strait Pilot Service, with headquarters in the At many points the Outer Barrier i[...]e manner in of reefs and channels which, for the most part, are which it carries out its duties along one of the totally unexplored. The area is highly dangerous world's most treacherous seaways. for all but the smal[...] | |
[...]r zone, so thickly strewn with coral reefs, is a part of the seas covered by few official charts, as before indicated. It is highly dangerous to[...]AKS ON HOOK ISLAND. men had thoroughly prepared charts to work from. Only in very recent times was any[...]and forty miles inland. A problem like this could most of us can well remember when arrests of[...]ations of cargoes figured in the la ked land. Somewhat of a parallel is provided by news. Actually the presence of poachers was a the[...]n was generally realised. operations of the same Japanese along the Alaskan Few people know that t[...]ing in the position of being virtually inside the State of high or lofty islands, many of which have[...]into view. The most crowded eie Section[...]Whitsunday groups, between Mackay[...]and Bowen. In the Whitsunday Pas-[...]most striking growths on the Whitsurl-[...]most inspiring and the loftiest is Hook[...] | |
[...]be explored at low tide, when parties[...]veritable margin of Australia during one[...]water rises again it covers these same[...]The magical charm of the Whitsun-[...]gines of the Whitsunday tribe lived in[...]somewhat like stepping stones in their COLOURFUL PATCH OF REEF IN THE WHITSUNDAY REGION.[...]To-day, the few aborigines those of the nearest part of the Queensland main- who survive have bee[...]lle, where a well- project above the water. The Whitsunday Passage organised, carefree community[...]who move about The twenty-four square miles of Whitsunday Island, one Great Barrier Reef waters. of the largest off the Queensland coast. Whitsunday Passage is a favoured tourist area. Its protected waterways have echoed to the happy laug[...]f several popular tourist centres. From Sydney in New South Wales one may travel in a short day[...] | |
[...]g- is excavated, and a shaft sunk, later at its base nised as it looms into view. All the coral i[...]That part of a living coral reef, the wastage °I other parts of the Pacific Ocean. Sometimes there which builds the dry land, bec[...]spots and bearing long spines finer than knitting some cases the reef platform on which the coral[...]needles. Seastars, some bluer than the sky, and isle rests extends for mi[...]en, i imagine how the high part of a submerged coral a gape two feet[...]e wo r ca n itsat or a ppraise r ing away to leeward. Additional drift matter is swept up by wind and wave. In du[...]oll-like form becomes changed explored. Apart from line fishing and netting, to that of a soli[...], saw Captain James Cook take . frr- tance apart. Below in the earthy forest floor are ma1 possession of the[...]ef and the verd,anst sun millions of birds flock home from the sea, their adjoining[...], mainland of Queensland, Australia vast numbers literally blackening the air. richest State. | |
[...]sweet spring, is the year's career. Philip Martin had been a member of our LONDON, pleasant king,[...]cheery bonhomie will coming of this most delightful of English be much missed. seasons[...]om have recently married. the consequent ban, for some weeks, on all electric Welcome back to[...]"A parcel. A parcel." We give some away— We were glad that these gentlemen arr[...]You're glad I know--- time to be present at a party held at the Bank on "A knife. A knife."[...]; Like men with inherited employed. A most attractive buffet was provided_ We cry "How k[...]lowers, lighted candles and plates of eatables (almost We feel—and we guess:[...]Are the only affected parts; a gramophone-loud-speaker, a couple of guessing[...]Slowly, slowly With our hearts. three or four rousing games. In one of these ("[...]tems Mr. Horace Fuller in his inimitab le way some delightfu l Irish folk songs, which were greatl[...]n the birth of a daughter on A. H. C. Walshe sang some songs at the piano. The 21 /4 /47, and t[...]ndicates the enjoyment of tee. In addition to our Australian visitors we were[...]aving completed six months' probation) the staff, including some past members. and Mr. G. K. Da[...]n March we were sorry to say "Good-bye" to P. J. Martin, who has chosen to make the Army his[...] | |
[...]oth the ladies French, Officer-in-charge, Bill Department, has been and men's clubs. promoted to th[...]r Manager conveyed to Mr. French go our hearty thanks. The programme was quite an every good wish for prosperity, and on behalf of the attractive one, and went off very smoothly, finishing staff presented him with a handsome golf bag and in plenty of time for even t[...]ers to two "irons." Mr. French, in reply, bravely stated arrive home at a reasonable hour. The Combined that when he gets the "feel" of the two new sticks Bank's Swimming Committee functioned again, a nd he will take anyone "on"—including the girls. carnivals were held by both[...]icer) took up the eveniongs. reins of his newly-created position, social activities[...]e necessary music was unobtainable, and serious practice in prepara- 100 Metres[...]N.S.W., 42; Rural Bank of N.S.W., 18; National Ban' COMMONWEALTH BANK AMATEUR[...]W., 3; Rural Bank ()f,i During this, our first postwar season, the N.S.W., 2; Bank of Australasia and National Bank' enthusiasm shown by members, togethe[...]r Combined Banks trophies won by the c he counterparts of the fairer sex, the Ladies' Swimming[...] | |
[...]In reporting the past season's activities to the[...]motive. Apart from the fact that we know many[...]of the staff are interested in our activities, we want to impress, particularly on the younger officers, that[...]formidable one. With the excellent start we made[...]The article published in last issue of "Bank Bac k Row (I[...]The Bank team proved itself, and was placed in the that we scooped[...]another party, to which all members of the staff On[...]he sented by a team of ten men in the City Houses evening a success? Details will be supplied at a Relay Race, a competition all City House Swimming later date. Clubs a[...]season were: Messrs. M. J. Peryman, L. J. Dart, C. K. ment of blasted hopes on the cor[...]rainger, R. Robertson, R. Searle, K. the State Lottery Office, now provides us with our Martin C. M. Kendall, D. L. Elliott, and R. N. Hos-[...]iths and M. J. Peryman floor above as some enthusiastic club-man regis- second and th[...]nter-Banks' Championships are the same mellow winter sun ever slants his wester-[...]ledgerkeeper. to revert to the original practice of conducting our But our news almost exclusively concerns the own club champion[...]were conducted arrival and departure of fellow-officers. over two distances,[...]Military Leave, I. N. Noakes on transfer from Artar- 2nd, A. J. Preston;[...] | |
[...]m. Alan Toms recently left Miss June Milne is our most recent arrival as us for Katoomba B[...]'s decided gain, and her gentle disposition their new spheres.[...]needed and helpful asset in her Everyone was particularly pleased to see Mr. new calli ng. Doug. Campbell back looking so well aft[...]to hear that the appointed Manager of a new Branch to be o pened latest news of Mr. Alan Bradshaw tells of his con-[...]best points kindly contact appointee. Thanks verY Our sympathy is extend[...]us t t o see ow fast e rea y Almost f orgot o in full swing and peanuts, a new crop for this dis- record the bowling activities is. Mr. Ro per, whto[...]tained the "Weston" four who reached the state ance of a district exhibit at the local show, wit[...]ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT. During the last few months w[...]. | |
[...]- retirement of Mr. Sabeston. Two stalwarts, Mr. claimed" in May, 1927, as a train[...]tory then went that Canberra "is after some months' enforced spell through lack of a pl[...]will be made wel- Branch had just moved to new (the present) pre- com e and given ins[...]the Tempus does fugit, and our city, with its big NEWCASTLE. 150th Anniversary of Newcastle, building programme under way[...]to Hobart in April to become a Benedict, is now[...]our Senior Teller (Keith Smith) in pursuit of a home. to Messrs. D. Swan and K. Graham, who are now at We did hear that Dick caught some whopping trout the new Adamstown Branch. Alwyn Richards, who w[...]ecture and Clem is now the proud proprietor home for Easter, discovered on the return trip that of the Newcastle Beach Milk Bars and "Shipmates" the[...]Nimmitabel. Cohn Perry, Cabaret at the same address. We sincerely wish also of Bega,[...]Bank sheet expertly now. luck in their new spheres. Suitable gifts were made Greg Mc[...]k of trains. reminder of happy days in Newcastle Branch. All There must be something to this Melbourne—or our the ve[...]happy. Vera Elliott though dry, and snow with its attendant icy breezes is back with us, almost completely recovered we hasn't settled fo[...]r bout of Banks desire to meet Combined Newcastle and Dis- malaria, and we tru[...] | |
[...]e will be a big roll up of our returned ser- State in last issue of "Bank Notes." Even so, Marie vic[...]ges caused by resigna- Gosford once again reached its full quota the tenth tions, transfers, etc.,[...]ences accepted our invitation to call on us and renew whilst in the Army, but we learned of hi[...]nto the enjoyable fes- when the official news was disclosed that he was tivities of the[...]a son. nett, A. V. Gallasch, A. B. Eyles, A. S. Hart, R. B'. Justin Morton had his first ride i[...]n Our sporting activities hav thoughtfully planned an "At Home" for us, together BONDI JUNCTION. not been[...]this quarter. A tennis tourna together in a social atmospher[...]afternoon of March 13, and after some e ing brought the evening to a happy close.[...]iette rings. thowan's progress since she returned home.[...]were farewelled by the Manager, and each departeci. necessitated a short rest and treatment at home. How-[...]Miss Pat Banks left on transfer to Stores Departm en _ At present Sid Allan is suffering with boil[...]both success in their new surroundings. or list. For almost six years Mr. Baker has been re- With[...]Johnson's fractured wrist prevented his bla u_ or as Accountant. Before his departure the staff[...]owls. We near are Branch. On departure the staff wished her future o pefu l[...]lar position at Hurstville Branch, luck in your new surroundings, Jim.[...] | |
[...]AGENCY, 1947. Show of 1947, as part in the smooth running of the Agency.[...]we all know, par- An advance party of the staff entered the ticularly those w[...]ing of broke all records, this despite the fact that some the Show. At first sight opening to sche[...]r pro- pation as a cash office had left its mark, and the ducts as they wished or, as i[...]cleaner had a busy time. Bank Premises Department were then on the job, repairs and renewals were[...]Stores Department were next on the scene, and[...]gave of their best, scrounging parties to the Service-[...]de on a rationed basis. Nevertheless the participating ,4$ firms did of their available best, and the results Proved satisfactory to the not-so-critical eye of the Post-war public. Little change was apparent in the rural aspect of the Show, district exhibits, primary products, both animal and vegeta[...]N.S.W., and- Rural Bank, and according to newspaper reports, the re- spective sta[...]k, Industrial Finance, and Housing Loan Departments streams of very .mixed cash which c[...]required on accounts, or as change. Transactions were many the holidays and in the evenings, when at times five and varied, including advance subscriptions to the teller[...] | |
[...]re back "in har- C.S.B. account. The holidays attracted many Sav- ness" again and all have expr[...]Show and other holiday by the Bank in its effort to assist their rehabilitation . attractions, all other banks being closed. Easter Satu[...]which pre- case counter. As usual the cases were most popu- viously housed the model branch and lecture rooms lar with the[...]is being reconverted to the recreation area we knew particular, indeed for relative value and usefulness[...]pong tables will be in position again paper being something for nothing found ready in the ne[...]distribution of the pencil Brisbane had its first glimpse of VH-CBA when cases, money boxes a[...]kota brought Mr. Bryson and other officers of the most active features of the Agency. from Hea[...]May Day week-end. Our roving reporter advises statements prepared and cash returned to officially that we have some fair talent to compete with our close the Agency.[...]l toil with the tended to June Curling, Pam Mactaggart, Betty knowledge that this phase of the Bank's activities Bourke, Pat Perkins and Marjorie Mac[...]Andrews, from Industrial Finance Department, and Brisbane Office has lost t[...]incurred another i charge of our Housing Loans Department, has been as Basil McSharry t[...]term promissory note this time. cently opened our new branches at Laidley and Emerald respectively.[...]scaffolds, work- time as Assistant Accountant, departed in February men, the noise andi[...]men, to take the Accountant's chair at Hobart. that period when this Branch was[...]would have brought them Christensen, our new probationer. We all wish him the tranquill[...] | |
[...]NOTES No sooner had a new correspon- have both come to the conclus[...]should no longer wait for the availability of houses. | |
[...]evin McNamara prominent part in the leisure hours of the Bank staff, and Bill[...]took place on April 12 against side tuned up for its first game of the season against the Taxation Department—both "A" and "B" teams State Electricity Commission. taking part. The results were satisfactory to both Although our team were much small[...]started a table tennis team under the able guidance Power House, with the scores 26-28 to 5-6 in our[...]he matches each represent this State. Monday was devoted to staff Saturday. We hope th[...]lenge in that direction, but perhaps Adelaide, Hobart tion for some time. and is evidently in their blood. or even Vi[...]Fortitude Valley; R R. A. hD . Stewart wto General Ban Our examiners two, for patience c[...]o o c k a m p ton. ealso welcome Someone wants some warrants stamped, another calls for cards;[...]for train, still half asleep, half dressed and quarter fed. ing a ladies' choir under the c[...] | |
[...]and dahlias, was set up with attractive afternoon tea The[...]f inviting the the Bank's newly-acquired plane, the Dakota wives of the[...]and those of VH--CBA, to South Australia and Western Australia. the managers of metropolitan branch[...]r's wife. he was greeted by Mr. Arthur Bradbury, Manager After afternoo[...]in Perth, the Governor, graphs of Western Australian wild flowers. Whose particular wish it had been to revisit the[...]ed her West as soon as it was practicable, fulfilled a heavy appreciation of the g[...]which Programm e of engagements, including civic and per- she had found awaiting her i[...]ing the Plane to the distant outposts of Geraldton and. wives and senior girl[...]the Gover- ward trip. At all contacts there was a strong note nor and party. accompanied by Mr. Bradbury, left[...]ence the Guildford Airport for the eastern States. and interest in Western Australia. It is with grea[...]staff entertained Mr. Armitage and party at an after- sad news of the death of Mrs. Armitage.[...]ng him. planning an earlier start next season, and an endea-[...]expressed his held to decide the Western Australian representa regret that the stre[...]vented him making the trip earlier. He state Competition. In the final round Miss Lurline hoped that by the use of the newly-purchased aero- Brown, Perth, defeated M[...]days in the Bank have been played against the National Bank 169- Which he had jo[...]invitation of the late Sir Selves 94; Bank of New South Wales 125 Selves Denison[...]ve years Unfortunately, owing to the late start of the of its existence, and added that he anticipated an[...]ot greater one, during a similar span an active part in these outings. However, we feel[...]the members of the staff he emphasised, particularly happy one for all interested in the[...]Bill Willcox repreent numbe r of new branches. He then referred more the Bank's enthusiasts on the committee of the Particularly to the returned service personnel, and[...]of theTrainee Branches established in the capital coach for the team which expects to play[...]n Perth, and having the opportunity of renewing Bill Cochrane. their[...]The competition for the "Western Australian On the Thursday afternoon,[...]this year we only filled third narticularly happy one, portion of, the room, which place the winners- being the' National Bank of . Aus- Was decora[...]tralasia, althoucjh G. A. Hawley, of Bill Depart. | |
[...]iss Jean Excell from Adelaide, the latter will be some close matches during the contest. after an absence of four years; and newcomers A visit of great interest to all member[...]mmonwealth Bank Welfare Board, and Wil- Acting Assistant Accountant), on behalf of the staff[...]are Officer. Whilst in presented Miss Pat Martin with a gift to remind her Perth the two officers contacted the committees re- of her friends in Perth[...]here for the various sporting and social New appointments ware that of Mr. Keith Man - activities. At a meeting held in the luncheon room[...]Office and the Metropolitan Branches to Mr. Stuart Davies, formerly Internal Audit Officer, a compre[...]ion, without Wilson, who came here to the newly-created Pos' - which the scheme could not enjoy[...]which placed them tem- Bank Premises Department, Perth, Western porarily in hospital for the treatment of fractured Australia, encloses as an item of interest a cutting[...]from Perth evening paper "Daily News": — Recent marriages include those[...]Misses Von Williams Daily News, Friday, May 9, 1947 and Pat Crosse, form[...]Dorothy Creagh, formerly of the Correspondence Department, to Mr. Bill Maynard, of Newcastle West Branch, is one of interest to their ma[...]r being hunted through her every happiness in her new life. Congratula- custody in Fanny Bay Gao[...]s a large, odourous billy goat. of the staff quarters, the goat Stephen and Mr. Bob Allen, of Saving[...]umphant police announced their engagements on the same day. bank's front garden.[...]mmoned Darwin s Cadetships granted in Western Australia were Then, to the ex[...]as Ba Resignations were accepted during the quarter strolled into the bank's offices.[...]u r s s e war-time male employees in B. & S. Department. and assistance had to be[...]onstables Whitecombe It is now prowling some try. Miss Gwen Williams (B. & S. Department) left and Turney, led by Sergeant[...]the goat, but it evaded them. a state of uneasy fear. The last few months have been particularly busy for transfers. Recent appoint[...] | |
[...]finally despatched. and Albury. We have not much news, but what The district is looking particularly well at present, there is, is important. Here it is. Our Accountant- and farmers are looking forward to recouping some Teller has become engaged. The name is Johnny[...]ased sees jinkers piled high, with the logs so important to hear the good news. to postwar reconstruction. Contractors are taking[...]through the I.F.D. to secure new vehicles, and it is[...]evident that this phase of the Bank's activities is destined to be a most important one in the future.[...]recreational pursuits. Perth has always been active[...]Capital and Suburban Branches. Exhibitions of the same nature in the past have[...]e issues. Our Accountant Spring Do" and its slogan "Spring to for the Spring (Mr. Strachan La[...]off's Harbour Keith Hoare, of the Savings Bank Department, re- ceived notice of transfer to Bellingen. One of the most promising juniors in the district, Keith will be welcomed in tennis circles in his new town. The staff have had their hands full of late consequent upon the opening of a new BILAMB[...] | |
[...]1947 In view of the projected departure of monwealth Government declared them a p[...]ided, and in Perkins (Bonds and Stock Department), who brought | |
[...]PARRAMATTA. Notes" was being printed news That'd be too bad, wouldn[...]was received of the engagement Somebody oiled the "Wheel of Fortune" up a bit ce of Miss Mary Hodgson, of Advertising Department, when it came to Tamworth this time.[...]to Vic. Thomas, of our Branch. The news was ant E. G. F. Gee (just[...]nd our best wishes to gett shortly in the same capacity; they'll have to call[...]newly-acquired Minx the Hillman variety b[...]new abode. .r rAFF. OF PARRAMATT[...], tion. Pat was the recipient of some beautiful flowers did manage to reach the se[...]°Lice and on account of their sporting activities, but maybe Fred will find[...]hope they will be happy in their new surroundings. It is very ple[...]W. A. CARTER, R. B. MURDOCH, W. M. HOLMES, V. L. WALKER[...]assisting to revive the sporting activities of the staff and to encourage other tennis[...]anxiously scanning newspaper advertisements for a Something serious to start with, our house, and the Branch hopes that he will soon be[...] | |
[...]eston in order to take up a University course, HOBART. restricted, as far as possible, to the[...]ation, and Mr. doings of our men on active service, A. A. Billett has been transfer[...]aptain at the time of his discharge, visited us some years ago during a Savings Bank and had been on t[...]inspection, so is not quite a stranger. Hobart, following a long period spent in hospital as the[...]tstanding" and Miss J. I. Cooper to Mr. Rex Dart. "Inter-office member of the Forces at the beginn[...]and held the rank of petty officer at the (Hobart) and Mr. E. R. Saggers (Devonport). time that he[...]spend a lew busy days in the in our service at Hobart Branch after discharge. The Island. During his stay in Hobart he made time t° other distinction notified was a[...]nd his foster- ing of co-operation between the departments, and The Branch is under the man[...]Pengilley and R. E. Mr. Goodfellow extended in particular the good wishes of the General Bank, and Bonds and Stock Jacobs to complete the staff. Departments.[...]Haines was at the aerodrome to meet our guest s' same function, commenced his service at the[...]the plane temporarily, left for Melbourne at the same time as his father. Other departures were in chronological leave again for Sy[...]very happy memories of their sojourn absence of some six months, has returned from in[...] | |
[...]e also appreciate the various sporting activities. In the swimming Mr. quietening[...]s in the near future to assume reached the quarter-finals in the singles. the same duties at Newcastle, and Mr. G. W. Cameron has left us for Gene[...]military service. Mr. Norman Harris seems departure Mr. and Mrs. Munro were entertained at to be Very much in the news, for he also reports the afternoon tea[...]th a suit-case as Our Cricket Club maintained its good perform- a token of the esteem in whic[...]lose of the wished him every success in his new sphere. He season were placed third in the local[...]uty after Petition placing, but the club also had some pleasant war service, and Mr, Stedman, who has[...]the Capital City with its devious bus routes. Mr. Tarrant is somewhat an expert at languages,[...]kindly produced the plans of her new home, which is in course of erection and is something of which[...]doing housework as well as office work! victual batting effor[...]season with an enjoyable cently, when someone squatted in a cottage he had even i[...]obtained. He received the news by telephone, and ng when trophies[...]and the you should have heard his reply! In fact, I expect 1- am expressed its thanks in the form of a present most of you did! However, all's well that[...] | |
[...]n the annual we have two new book-keep- tennis matches against Holdfast Bay in Adelaide this ing machines, almost an entirely new staff—to say year. In a cricket match la[...]Late in February we farewelled the Our new Manager (Mr. I. T. Allison) arrived from[...]the same time we took the opportunity of extending hobby, laying out lawns, rockeries and many new a welcome to our new Manager (Mr. I. V. Bedkober), plants. We believe[...]h. we wish him the best of luck as Manager of the new[...](Sunday, of course), and with wives, children ano Australia. He was succeeded by Mr. A. Mangan, friends picnicked at Daylesford, some thirty miles from Mayfield, and we sincerely hope[...]time. Our activities extended further than consum- Hayes from N[...]dinghy races were held on Lake Leichhardt, R. L. Newlands from Adelaide, B. T.[...]rtain degree of dubiety arose as to, Gilmore from Newtown, K. J. Pugsley from Mildura,[...]Kirkman made loud claims to the honour—but some ranks.[...]evening meal. Here we romped an efficient in the home as she was in the office, Jack[...]ment to Mr. Bob Freeman, of Buninyong, and we new home. To date they have 2,000 bricks made[...]Mr. Kirkman's departure to Geelong was acc°rn: The two unattached[...]ternoons, which the ladies managed with their two new book-keeping machines, recent arrivals to[...]y. After seven years at Ballarat we cope with the new system of banking for Mine felt him a[...]ishes him "good luck" and hap busy, instituting a new system, and has materially piness at Geelong (when he does procure a house increased Savings Bank deposits. for his family). Bro[...]hess enthusiast. and Mr. Jack Scott, two new additions to our panics. | |
[...]MACKAY. having been transferred to Ipswich. New "Bank Notes," some further news faces seem to be the ord[...]Service, and. Mr. Llewellyn (our new junior), com- Cupid has been at work in th[...]staff announced their engagements on the same day. had announced their engagement during this[...]their wives-to-be all the very Semaphore, South Australia. Ray formerly served[...]The Staff Club activities for the quarter have not transferred to Maryborough last Janu[...]It is some years since The "Wheel of Fortune" has rev[...]we feel we B. Galwey (our Accountant) leave for New South[...]tion of our very worthy Bank quarterly. who before coming to Townsville was Account[...]ular former Security Clerk, commence duty party to three retiring members of the staff, Misses a[...]a welcome to Mr. W. A. S. Gray, our new Chief Branch, so it is rather coincidental that two former Clerk from Hobart. After a cheery social gathering members of Town[...]tea, our Supervisor (Mr. H. soon after their departure from their old Branch. W. Lewis) spoke[...]After a A little time previously Miss Maxwell departed for hearty round of applause Mr. Lewis made a presen- Ayr,[...]with us will be a long and happy one. The party best wishes for the future to Messrs. Ian Black[...]m friends at an informal afternoon tea party prior to i msf a iii.[...] | |
[...]not the most fascinating I have ever spent, and Iwas bright tr[...]our picturesque Island rising from was completely new to us, we spent a fascinating[...]a rare and beautiful island. We lived in despite its size, with its impressive and individual[...]known. Delightful lazy days in the sand and sun smartest train, "The Sunshine Express."[...]to the coral reefs. We found the most amazing specl- passengers in to a permanent crab-like posture! It is not, however, until one is obliged to s[...]p is definitely out of the question owing to the fact that if one does by some remote chance drop off to sleep, when you awake y[...]and arrived e appeared and embarked on the most gruesome tales[...]as raging outside the harbour with our new-found friends of the Island awaited _d were moun[...]llous holiday' and I pride myself on having seen some immense[...] | |
[...]SOME N.S.W. MEMORIALS[...]attract the interest of the[...]nent Australian airman,[...]l Flying Corps. swampy wild country of North-west Australia. A hero and a ver[...]perished from thirst in the Australian Desert. later found dead beside the re[...]of Australian avia - Was taken to Western Australia, where it[...]most delightful of[...]resorts of this State. The unveiling ceremon[...]ndmed one of its lce - Marshal[...] | |
[...]man who made a record flight to Australia in 1928 absorbing beauty.[...]tish than 40,000 variegated flowering creepers on its[...]he park bearing his name was dedicated on Two artificial lakes fit into its architectural lay- out, in addition to a children[...]ciation of his work for his country, and particularly The park was opened by the Hon. H. 0. Martin, as an appreciative gesture by th[...]nveiled by His Excellency the Governor An artificial lake and attractive shelters are pro - of N.S.W., the Lord Wak[...]land to Australia flight. His original epoch -maki ng map of Australia, symbolical of the airman's numerous Australian aerial ventures. plane is housed in the Museum at Brisbane, while[...]ty, in Buss Park, he has "The Southern Cross" itself was for some nine years retained in the Capital Territory, Canberra, as been remembered[...]Hargrave, our Australian pioneer of aerodynam ics, Sir Charles Kingsf[...]Park. It was here he carried out many of h is to Australia record in 1935, lost his life, it is pre- sumed,[...]In November, 1894, he was actually lifted sixteen In another part of Katoomba is a reserve in[...] | |
[...]started off, gathering speed as it made for the end In[...]up in the air almost before I realised . . . I fluked a On Bald Hil[...]cane and conduit held together was modelled by an Australian sculptor, Mr. J. W.[...]The pilot's seat was actually taken from a plough, Whose pioneering res[...]carried out at Stanwell Park, played a vital part in the develop- Hart, who died in 1943, had the distinction of[...]in Australia, on 5th December, 1911. This memorial was[...]ce of of the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia "Fellowship is heaven, and lack of fellowship is hell: fellowship and the Government of the State of New South Wales, is life, and lack of fello[...]lency, the Rt. Hon. Lord do upon the earth, it is for fellowship's sake that ye do Wakehurst, K.C.M.G., Governor of New South Wales, them."----Wm. Morris.[...]that on display in Sydney famous Technologi- cal Museum, are kites, in miniature as used by Hargrave in hi[...]eriment. Replicas of two of his box kites and one actually made himself in. 1909 are seen. The first aeroplane built in Australia in 1911 was constructed by William Ewart Hart, a native of Parramatta, N.S.W., who made the fir[...]is memory is the suggested furnishing of an additional wing to the District Soldiers' Memorial Hall. Of Hart's initial flight, he said: "The engine wor[...] | |
[...], nevertheless, this is the title given the new Inkerman Bridge, so urgently required. in tourist advertisements to the more or less capital About seventy miles further on, at last some sign of of North Queensland, Townsville. Townsvil[...]Townsville was seen. We had arrived at Stuart , which branch of our institution I have recently[...]located there, but as the train neared Stuart, one journey when the train was approaching Town[...]ed here not so in the early morning after leaving Home Hill and very long ago. Thus we journ[...]a creek. Of course, this area of way Estate, two more suburbs, and gradually to the Queensland in common with the rest of the State Townsville Railway Station. T[...] | |
[...]• CUSTOMS HOUSE, TOWNSVILLE. standing as king in the centre of[...]ck, and when | |
[...]"The Skipper's on the quarter-deck a-squinting at the sails,[...]g. This was called "working out liberty to partake of this. Bathing, unfortunately, t[...]ed clothes, who was hauled alonri a Mt. Stuart and ranges of the Great Dividing Range,[...]he crew. As they hauled beyond which lies Charters Towers. The suburbs they sang[...]on ditty: of Hermit Park, Pimlico, Railway Estate, and the "They say, old man, your horse will new suburb of Garbutt Estate, are in the distance[...]Having reached the quarter-deck a halt was just what he wante[...] | |
[...]OF AUSTRALIA[...]BANK OF AUSTRALIA[...]Start Saving Sow and Veep so,Ang[...]frontA any point in Australia[...]new[...]producer, manufacturer, im motes[...]ire of Its actuatim,[...]purchase of your new home is by a[...]\ [t for full particulars.[...]NEW STOCKS[...]EXTENDED CREDITS?[...]to offer. has practical[...] | |
[...]cluded two and one-half days in Bris- most attractive port to greet visitors from abroad, bane, a we[...]ns, a day and a-half each at the citrus fruits at Alice Springs (with navel Darwin and Broken Hill, and best part of a day and oranges up to one pound in[...]Townsville, was known as "the dead heart of Australia"), the and Alice Springs—such was the comprehen[...]Hill Companies and the tour of the Governor and party just completed. extraordinary impro[...]length article. Those of us who had specific work to do[...]staff and premises problems, fitted of particular interest. Most of this distance was this work in between the various functions, some- flown 12,000 feet above the Gul[...]feet more formal gatherings. The whole thing was most to escape the bumps associated with a[...]formation, we emerged into clear skies, and one start to finish. The weather was particularly kind experienced a feeling of up[...]ke one bumpy patch, seeming quite apart from the world, far underneath though in this re[...]tried to catch doubt that this is the way to see Australia. and to the sensations of Icarus, and could appreciate appreciate in some measure the beauty of its coast- his supreme god-like optimism in thinking he was line, the grandeur of its mountains and the lone- superior even to the heat of the sun. Captain liness of its vast open spaces in the far distant God[...]ntire eastern coast there are then knew where "Charlie Baker Able" (the call hundreds of[...]ze of instruments and gadgets in the cockpit of fact, the waterways make one rather sad to think[...]hat they were all coastal section with a great dearth of streams run- about, and when he reall[...]Range. many things at the same time with his hands and The Barrier Reef, po[...]uld be worth many millions flash. to Australia in attracting tourists from abroad. We were f[...]streams wandering all over the place brought out some of the latent potentialities of like a[...]a fascinating Queensland as perhaps the richest State in the bewildering manner. I had pl[...]d the but perhaps the outstanding items were an earth- pattern was akin to a huge Turkish[...]never inhabitants; but which unfortunately our party did a tinge of green. Apparently there i[...]saw was the for generations, though we did not actually see it), smoke from aborigines[...] | |
[...]recently renovated is the outstanding building, apart nal names seemed to take up every letter of from the hotel, and is a particularly good example the alphabet for exampl[...]and Ooraoodnanterrima, Allucartininna Hill, Mt. was away, but in his absence Mr[...]a small reception in the Governor's, on the Australian aborigine. honour at Government House, a beautiful old build-[...]particularly was this brought home as we passed up to be carried out in Darwin, whi[...]of the disastrous end of the Leichhardt scars of its wartime experiences. The harbour is[...]thy's stroyed in the first air-raid. The Bank of New party. I could go on and on, but this will just give[...]you a thumb-nail sketch of what is one of my most demolished with a direct hit, and here and there[...]rors of war very quickly, but the near escape of Australia[...]touched down at Archerfield on Sun- was brought home to us when we were told that[...]day, the 8th June, and from that moment the some two thousand people in the various forces[...]Queensland weather was in its very best form. lost their lives in the first Da[...]ng sidelight was the frequent change the party consisted of Messrs. M. B. Duffy, A. of costume[...]ed with quite hour or so later at the Government House reception formidable programmes. they turn[...]Flying south from Darwin to Alice Springs, for some distance we followed that wonderful engineering f[...]ness became evident in noting the great number of homesteads marked on the map, ruins. I wonder what it[...]GOVERNOR AND PARTY AT TOWNSVILLE | |
[...]history of the Bank since its inception. "It is now a[...]domestic affair in the form of an afternoon tea party was intensely interesting and greatly appreciated at the Bank, where something like four hundred by his audience w[...]interesting address from Mr. The early part of the afternoon was then spent[...]s made Ltd., one of the largest enterprises of its kind in the over the pas[...]n a position of at least equal torian, South Australian and Transcontinental Rail-[...]is function were inter- gates for the Royal Australian Navy. Other produc- spersed with items from the newly-formed Girls' tions include ships, huge[...]A most interesting afternoon culminated in a On the following morning the party was ten- happy setting, the Governor and party being the dered a civic[...]was the first function of its kind to be held in the 031 011.[...]staff assembled in the newly-completed Manager's reception room, and G[...]rnor more informal tea party, to which suburban and[...]and party to Maryborough. Mr. Treloar's words[...]tions regarding future staff welfare schemes as part Cobb & Co.'s coach. The[...]Time was all too short as the party had to depart The party left Brisbane early on the Wednesday at 5.1[...]After a brief rest Mr. Armitage and party were leagues to meet many of Maryborough's[...]ty Hall, a professional and business men in most congenial representativ[...]keen appreciation of the potentialities of the State fellowship. Later in the evening Mr. Armitage and of Queensland, particularly insofar as its raw party were the guests of Mr. Treloar at his resi-[...]materials and resources were concerned. "Its future dence, when about thirty other guests[...]Miss Barbara Treloar. part in its development." He also paid tribute to T[...]the business of the Branch. "Indeed its growth has The party was met on alighting by the Mayor[...]uncheon of the programme of official visits to the Town Hall before[...]n Commonwealth Bank of Australia," and traced the time for the Gover[...] | |
[...]On arrival at Cairns on June 14th, the party was[...]Mount Morgan, Gladstone, Emerald cheon party the Managers of Atherton, Mareeba , and Ro[...]Saturday afternoon was free for the party,[...]land State Governor, who was also visiting the city[...]minimum, and the official party then mingled with[...]Barton provided laughter by his impersonation of[...]Stanley Holloway. The Governor departed to the[...]party to finish off the supper and refreshments.[...]eception given by the selves a few of the attractions and possibilities of Mayor in the prese[...]e largest and tropical. Queensland. most representative gatherings Rockhampton has[...]The White Car Coach conveyed the party on a witnessed for some time. The Governor, in his round trip of some 150 miles. Cairns, surrounded customary hap[...]could soon be memory for faces and names, renewed many old seen below as the car climb[...]ft landed on Garbutt Aero- before Kuranda itself. Mention of the rail station drome, Town[...]is more than deserving, it being renowned for its 13th instant, and the Governor and party were display of North Queensland ferns[...]ntly delighted the botanical At 12 noon the party was welcomed at the Town hearts of Messrs. Mason and Duffy. Twenty minutes[...]by Mr. Connor, Mana- interest were visited, including Castle Hill and ger of that Branch. Maree[...]gether as evidenced by the curing barns was partaken of at the Manager's residence, situated[...]ely inspected the site of the A dinner party was held at the Queen's Hotel proposed new premises. More maize extended to in the priv[...]t on the way was spent the Governor and his party, was attended by Sub-[...], the extended tendrils have Managers from Charters Towers, Bowen, Ayr, rooted on contact with the ground and now cover Ingham, Collin[...]followed by viewing some fine examples of inlaid The party then attended the North Queensland[...] | |
[...]5 out to see the party—to receive also their portion the city, including the Zinc Corporation, the largest | |
[...]Mr. Pollard responded in characteristic manner—[...]will return and live in their beloved Newcastle,[...]Branches—some as far afield as Orange and Can-[...]Last Post and Reveille.[...]party moved quietly along to the Town Hall, where[...]es were charged the King toasted, and th,).e Newcastle, on 1st August, 1924, in which position evening started with a flourish (or was it a gargle. he re[...]g down to do a On behalf of the staff at Newcastle and neigh- little "steady," when the "[...]nk to all ex-servicemen. He paid officers in Newcastle and surrounding districts. Mr. sp[...] | |
[...]rom 1912, when the Commonwealth Rank first opened its doors for business, Mr. Armi- tage traced its progress. From a small beginning[...]HE popluar conception of "advertising" has Australia. As he had watched the Bank's progress[...]was still operating resistance. In fact, his attitude in many cases had a with its usual efficiency! Continuing, the Governor sa[...]sented an excellent opportunity to keep the old wartime spirit alive. "I hope there will be many more[...]ll be invited." The Deputy Governor (Mr. Shain) heartily agreed with what Mr. Armitage had said. He als[...]the opinion that ex-servicemen would play a big part in the Bank's future, and wished everyone the ver[...]ing continued at a merry pace. "Old Diggers" and "New Diggers" were liberally toasted —in fact, you might even say they were all a little burnt![...]t the failing plan— But taken his dose with a heart of trust and the faith of a gentleman; Who ha[...]n unseen dread and stuck self) into getting something for which he had either to the world-mac[...]winds of dawn and thrusted advertising was practically confined to retail and starved and felt[...]e their province. With God supreme in his manly heart and his courage burning Industries combine for mutual benefit despite inten- anew.[...]-Author Unknown. manufacturers and rival synthetics spend large | |
[...]responds to our siren calls by actually corning in to in Britain had the backing of[...]talk business. Every new customer, every satisfied Tourist publicity[...]our men as well as the combined to publicise attractions in specified areas increased satisfaction of doing a good job. hoping to recover the co[...]llers with money to spend. Propaganda of the national political type has become an established[...]eading ideologies. From this have developed educational campaigns advo- cating, for example, new methods, changing conditions, co-operation betwee[...]utions have found it advisable to publicise their activities. In some cases this has been done in broad general terms referring to the part played in the economic structure by "sound bankin[...]ustomer relationship was emphasised or impressive statern.ents of financial standing pub- lished. In recent years in Australia there has developed a vigorous form of competitiv[...]r's attention. The Commonwealth Bank plays an active part in publicising itself and its services. Let us consider the forms of advert[...]t the aims and spirit of the institution from the actions of its individual[...]ank's business conduct. Banking in its essence is aRO siYmApi-leSHpOrW .Y;[...]e. ing is essential to our progress as a bank and national institution. This requirement cannot be me[...]PRESS ADVERTISING. by a brief statement that our method is thus and Th[...]s the biggest bite from advertising bu' arises in actual dealing with the customer. All get[...]in the size of the auch ericAe grades play their part as publicity officers for the reached. The[...]l be with you in a few moments.") "Ser- its own audience besides the various monthlies an vic[...]re so- much waste if we do not search for new ideas and their presentation a task "deliv[...] | |
[...]9 041 tion. Press advertisements have some degree of least, the Savings Bank. Each has its field, in every if. permanence, for[...]hands and may be referred to a number of statement of its objects and with its own audience. times before destruct[...]interest of POSTERS. every member of the s[...]e comment ranging from the 24-sheet poster (10' x 20') down to is not unwelcome; sugge[...]Bank have been colour, can make the poster a striking and effective omitted. Should co[...]t Branches. You will recall the attractive Savings Bank book- Considerable dif[...]is in hand. More recent of establishing a newly-affiliated club were more publica[...]ipated, and we have to gage Bank Department, Housing Loans brochures thank Mr. Harlowe for his assistance. in all States and an industrial Finance Department However, by the time the first matc[...]le to field a fairly strong As part of general service to the public com- comb[...]about seven matches that the team came to its ber of useful things as, for exampl[...]ity. This could six years,—an attractive Information Bureau was not have been[...]wground of Mr. Ellison to conduct practices one night each Branch. A modern display, special posters, fluores- week, and his giving up many Sa[...]use of material needed for housing limits our round. activities.[...]The scope of the Commonwealth Bank makes its and although we have tried to meet the ex[...]istance in this regard. one roof we house a Central Bank, Trading Bank., Finall[...]and Mortgage Bank, Housing Loans Department, Indus- coach of the Senior Bank team for their help, and trial Finance Department, Bonds and Stock Depart- also those few but enthusiastic people who have ment, Rural Credits Department and, by no means travelled ea[...] | |
[...]ty of Broken Hill is situated in the west New South Wales, thirty miles from the South Australian border. Widely known as a sourc[...]t 6d. per shift for each £1 rise in the price of Australian production, of the former.[...]or the first block on Broken Hill in 1883. Mining activities soon[...]ut amounting to £210,500,000. Almost 5,000 men,[...]indi- cate that some leases will supply ore for a hund[...]e of almost £100 per ton. It is in great demand for use[...]the war was most valuable in the manufacture[...]have 2,200 deposits each fortnight.[...] | |
[...]The introduction of machine posting of lead been printed for recording deposits. The inside bonus[...]been necessary under a hand-posting system. name, e.g., "Zinc," "North," "So[...]k willingness on the part of the companies to allow a schedule of all[...]ned with trees ledger leaf so that the next posting will also be and, in some cases well grassed, are maintained. recorde[...]their families to South Australia and elsewhere at then records at one operation the ledger posting and greatly reduced fares, and, in some cases, without the entry for the pass[...] | |
[...]By C. G. McGROUTHER (Premises Department) IT1 HE name "Craig's" has among those of[...]ers, | |
[...]y, to Barrack St., Sydney. Guiney, F. D. Homebush, to Ashfield. Daniel, C. E., Brisbane, to Adm[...]Hannan, J. N., Rozelle, to Ryde. Duncan, W. K., Newcastle, to New Lambton. Hardwick, A. R., Artarmon, to Wagga Wagga. Eacott, W. E., Adelaide, to[...], Perth, to Rlv. Staff, W.A. Hartman, J. 0., Mareeba, to Cairns. Evans, Miss M. P.,[...]Jones, Miss R. I., North Sydney, to Artarmon. Keefe, F. G., Newtown, to Burwood.[...]Latter, A. T., Sydney, to Stores Department.[...] | |
[...]Ryan, L. L., Melbourne, to St. Kilda. Macartney, A. M., Warwick, to Beaudesert. Sa[...]Saunders, P. C., Lismore, to Tweed Heads. Martin, M. D., Bundaberg, to Rabaul.[...]ne, to Warwick. Turner, D. G., Newcastle to New Lambton. McQuilkin, D. P.. Melbourne, to Shepparton. Turner, R. J., Dulwich Hill, to Newtown. Neilson, C. J., Brisbane, to C.S.B., Brisban[...]ney. Pascoe, K. A., Toowoomba, to Port Moresby. Peart, T. B., Melbourne, to Moonee Ponds. Philip, W. A.[...]R., Darwin, to Rlv. Staff, N.S.W. Rees. E. G., Hobart, to Launceston. Richardson, A. R., Newcastle, to Mayfield. Richardson, E. T., Nor[...] | |
[...]aff Social Clubs, finan completed a visit to all capital Branches in[...]embers, whic tion with a survey of present staff activities[...]ntre the opportunity was taken to capitals organised sport is being develope[...]tennis already effected, particularly in research courts hav[...]huge succe , and centres the opportunities for participa[...]s to be held in Melbourne, Brisb and extend such activities as inter-town socia[...]ce, Infor- the majority of the capitals, and teams are mation and Service Bureau, a sta[...]hasing part in competition play. In Hobart, where scheme, etc. Continuing, he stressed[...]oved gratifying to learn that a start is being mad personal relationships, mutual co-o[...]team- social activities and co-operative buying. work, understandi[...]Spring Show is to be held in September. depend almost entirely upon the sustained[...]s, as well practicable.[...]ibu- tions to those taking part. In many ways the Apart from the capital cities, welfare movement[...]s,f has already given generous and practical sponsored by our officer[...]some o The speaker, in outlining some of the activ the Branches, and a general[...]ced at dently anticipated, in some form or other, r[...]e afte r take some considerable time to develop, office hours, or in visits to officers and their[...]receive benefits proportionate to the efforts we,[...]ational m and other activities that will help us to know p[...]account of the appreciation of its value, there is a tend 0[...]arious poin Sion through recreational and other pursuits. ts[...]the development vidual development apart from their daily[...] | |
[...]easing to a depositor than with the health, recreational, cultural and educa- being greeted by name. It makes him feel tional phases of employment that staff welfare is at home in your bank. concerned. Such matters as employment conditions, Don't Be Egotistical: Most people are salaries and wages and personal progre[...]when you forced a grin. Get taken by the Staff Department. Apart from its un- the habit. Be pleasant. Smile.[...]X . Be Human: If the bank merely wanted to fare participation promotes fuller understanding[...]mutual co-operation and assist- ance, and through its agency we are able to build a greater appreciatio[...]fellow-offi- cers. It is obviously far more satisfactory to work I shall pass through this wor[...]ANK EMPLOYEE Be Agreeable: You are the contact point be- | |
[...]NORFOLK ISLAND MEMORiES OF ITS YESTERDAYS AND GLIMPSES OF IT TO-D[...]G. SCORESBY SHEPHERD A USTRALIA has no dearth of islands with historic | |
[...]sorb its atmosphere nal position being[...]a battered old- glowing with reddish hues—gives its shores scant world fortress. Ruins co[...]re broken, emergency landings are for some modern sight to clutch at as if it were sometimes made. Generally a landing at one of something to afford relief to the picture, I could see[...]wed by the live in Kingston; their homes, such as they were, islanders' launches, our cro[...]ined. Here, too, I Norfolk, and, for the reasons stated above, the mere saw the underground pena[...]of — it was a terrifying-looking place, its entrance the passengers are going to land[...] | |
[...]Some escaped from their gangs and managed to[...]to death from its heights. Records show that some[...]mainland, found a longer lived freedom in its dense[...]occurred, and there is a particular stone bridge ori[...]tery — workers. In 1844 evacuation was started, and in almost within range of the surf's spray, where both[...]e But here my reveries were disturbed. Parties raw days. of escorted tourists had found my particular In 1788, twenty years after the[...]clicking cameras and breaking place. It started off from scratch as a prison island, its spell. So I moved on---left them to the ruins ano[...]. Lands were compound of the old guards' quarters, now the site freed from the bush, areas cultivated, substantial of the Post Office, along Quality Row. There stood bui[...]brought to Norfolk in the in establishing new stations in Tasmania. Then it was abandoned by Australia until 1826. Now its grim saga only commences, for the first co[...]me as a penal settlement for the worst characters from the mainland — the alleged incor[...]severe was the discipline that suicide was actually epidemic at times, the convicts drawi[...] | |
[...]s retrieved the boat's rudder steep. Other parties would go cantering by on from its coral grave in 1933, and it is greatly prized horseback, led by an island guide. Sometimes I left by them.[...]e from the mind's eye, and the din of its surf from everlasting pines; from the sl[...]al Pacific islands. distant blue sea and its restless creamy surf, set Lacking most of the features of such islands, it is gem[...]spread over 1,000 inhabitants —the houses are so far scattered— undulating hills which merge into peaceful pArk yet that is its population, 700 descendants of the la[...]ttages in rustic setting, give the Island homes, I learnt from my host of their history after[...]ey came lush valleys—the Island is mostly a plateau 400 feet to Pitcairn in 1790 accompanied by some Tahitian above sea level — did I f[...]Howe, community of irreproachable character--is too well allowing more elbow room for its settlers than its known to require repeating. m[...]Pride of the Island and monarch of its trees are settlement, the Pitcairners came to[...]. They dominate just as the ruins who knew but little of the outside world and less of[...]Kingston. They are a hardy breed for its vices. It was no wish of theirs to leave Pitcairn[...]hts these giants formally growing apart on both sides had ruined their crops. The[...]complete for a mile. To-day the avenue with its too small. Very reluctantly they appeale[...]later. home, and as Norfolk had just been abandoned the From the pines many of the islanders' homes are entire population of 194 souls was trans[...]he "Morayshire" in 1856. Upon their some are of the villa type. Their appearance sug-[...]the next decade violent nostalgia affected some of and white-flowering oleanders, a[...]lation they lived simply, from the Sometimes when I hit upon the main roads—there fruits of the soil, independent of outside trade. The[...]number of them, or was it the Island lost its lurid notoriety, and in the early- same one I was unconsciously doubling back across?[...]acme of respectability. Nor- parties of tourists would pass, tearing along in folk now became very well known. Its inhabitants motor cars in grand st[...]torian world to be an antipodean paradise, but apart | |
[...]haling ships, few they felt the pinch most, for bananas were by far strangers stepped upon its historic shores. their most productive industry. At Kingston the prison b[...]lter through to the outside world that proof in itself of their skill. the bloom had gone from Norfolk's newly-found[...]ness. Prying eyes of casual The Government of New South Wales stepped in by appointing a commission[...]big, happy united family. mony was restored, but its report on the social and administrative affairs was not favourable. Apart from their skilful seamanship which the Pit- In 1902 Norfolk was annexed to New South Wales, cairners have bequeathed to[...]eir ancestors for their innate Commonwealth, like New Guinea. courtesy, love[...]haps their most outstanding characteristic is their Very little have the islander[...]plexions. Corresponding, too, are their features. Some I came across were heavy and sensuous; others cle[...]or several years Norfolk Island was shut out from Australian and New Zealand markets; the only time money was liable t[...]en tourist ships put in. And, for reasons already stated, arrival of a tourist ship was not always a guarantee that its tourists would land. Exporting of bananas, passio[...]B`ut it was when they lost their banana market in Australia that[...] | |
[...]NOTES anomalies. I remember being indignant at some of pines crashed down and an historic avenue thus | |
[...]xture before the war, one of is imminent. What exactly is in store for •us we do our members[...]t very formidable by torrential rain which forced its way through part score of ninety-six, but we were not so s[...]turned up to watch, and some ninety people sat Our Assistant Economist (M[...]he weather was kind, in Geneva attending the protracted International and everyone thought the occasion a most enjoyable Trade Talks, and has been fortunate eno[...]regret that er the Australian Delegation. We hope to see more BU[...]hopes to be inspected our Branch, are now seeing something of back in harness within a few weeks. Mr. T. C. Swan Europe before embarking for the United States, and has been carrying on in his stead, and has renewed this applies to Mr. A. Mutton, who has been putting acquaintance with some very old friends here. in much hard work round th[...]all three ago. He left us to take up his new position as officers will probably be in America.[...]ecently Gordon Marshall be - retired in May after some thirty years' service in the came the proud[...]t and a handbag. Our good pound fracture of his lower aw j whilst taking part wishes follow her to Canada, where she is going to in the football trials. He was out of action from live with her sister.[...]ter suc- lucky ones, for she and her husband have actually cessfully negotiating the probati[...]parents are Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Newtown in Mr. Davis's stead. Kevin Quinn has Bodey a[...]mall white ball about. Wilson upon their passing Part I. of the Institute of[...] | |
[...]to go hack to Melbourne as Assist- he contracted meningitis. Mr. T. C. Leishman's ant Mana[...]terrible shock. promotion, but wish whole heartedly that he could We offer our sincerest[...]m with us we number of years as 0/C. New Accounts, and Mr. have come to appreciate h[...]"Yarra water," thus leaving us in no doubt as to its tion, but we take this opportunity of welcom[...]their future home in England. Mr. Brocklebank, replying i[...]ht said that his stay in Sydney had been a particularly[...]last year, and coped with. On the 26th May some very interest- the membership has droppe[...]roule said that the Americans were The news that Brigadier C. R. V. Edgar, D.S.O.,[...]the C.B.E., reached us just after we had factory, and it was most educational to see the[...]ocesses that tennis we offer him our heartiest congratulations. racquets, golf clubs,[...]TORIAL Miss Shirley Walter's sudden departure for Suva, Increases in our family—what with new Branches Fiji, caused a lot of excitement.[...]Bank Notes." Pending review of the Bank of New Zealand in Suva. Mr. Taylor pre- general[...]ch correspondents to sented her with a handsome suitcase, which we forgive our sometimes severe cuts in their trust cam[...] | |
[...]held a very success- help of a couple of recruits. The caste, who PERTH. ful dance in July, engagin[...]verses were read. She then briefly expressed her State Championships in July. Of our players Misses appreciation of both the party and the gifts, and L. Elsegood and J. Kahan reac[...]and present, Jack Norris and Brian Tobin won the State Junior which she would carry with her into her new life. Doubles Championship.[...]ir engagements: time of the amalgamation with the State Savings Misses Joy Henderson, Evelyn Gil[...]erry" Blake, of General ner in Bonds and Stock Department; whilst Mr. Bank; and Mr. Don Will[...]ishman and her daughter; and also leaving Western Australia proved to be a very to Mr. Peter Dunn,[...]was married in July to Mr. W. Maynard, Manager of Newcastle West, N.S.W. About sixty people were invited to farewell Dorothy, including many of the "Old Brigade," amongst whom were some of the first typistes appointed to the Bank's service in Western Australia. Some of the ladies travelled as much as three hundred miles to be present at the party, which, besides being a farewell, was the occasi[...]reunions. During dinner toasts were honoured, including the King, the guest of honour, that of two "pione[...]luncheon room arranged as a lounge, a short one- act play was presented by some of the "Girls of the "Old Brigade" with the | |
[...]AD-SB-21 September 1947 of the Bank of New South Wales, Cottesloe, also Allan of A[...]o uphold | |
[...]oliceman take up the duties of Accountant at Shepparton, Vic-[...]and some flooring, and had just commenced to burn they, t[...]National Wireless news at the 7 p.m. session. Over the past[...]thirty feet of new counter (to be supplied from an tournament was he[...]Ipswich manufacturer) and fixed in position; the ner of the single[...]P.M.G. Department were to instal temporary tele- with a suitabl[...]Premises Department, Head Office), who happened Cup"), and, as Ta[...], our office. Bondi Junction Branch and Stores Depart-[...]ness as usual" on been unable to play them on our home "ground," as[...]The "Wheel of Fortune" has been quarters.[...]transferred to Albert Park, the management of the new Branch at Numurka, Mr. A. L. Bowen w[...]ion to managerial status and wish him luck in his new to the Industrial Finance Department, Melbourne. surroundings. As each departure came near the staff met in the | |
[...]lcome to Geelong Messrs. L. C. McLean part of last year. Eric Grimes, a local lad made[...]at. with the opening of Emerald Branch, a fact of which Mr. Kirkman is havin[...]roud. During the year we have house, but manages to visit his family in the[...]team, but was narrowly defeated for the State team. examination by the time these notes g[...]football match, the Commonwealth Bank and State for a greater length of time than any o[...]est of luck. Mr. Christensen fact, one player was heard to apologise to another[...]function at Brisbane and also renewed many old[...]we are into September Our sporting activities have not amounted to[...]considerable ability finding some type of dwelling in which to live. with[...]We have a Mr. Hutton's departure brought to us Mr. A. J. staff fund whi[...]was transferred from Richmond, our new premises are built we are hoping to be[...]s in that line — Jos. Apart from these few points of interest, news Hudspith being "champ."[...]r Accountant), who was trans- welcomed a new Manager and Accountant within[...]uch seven days. We have had quite a few visits from to the relief of the Mar[...]his promotion. eye to his dart during the past twelve months, and[...] | |
[...]to hold (who came from U.S.A.). He writes of his new posi- meetings once a month for those interested in both tion with an importing firm in New York, and of the dramatics and debating. The[...]it will be able to issue challenges to Four new Branches have been opened in South other Banks in the near future. Australia since last issue—Murray Bridge, Gawler,[...]d a team Bordertcwn and Renmark. We have had to part from the Bank of New South Wales at basketball, the with many good fri[...]. D. T. Pizzey and stopped play in the last quarter, the Commonweatlh Mr. V. M. Moyle, who were app[...]the girls' success against the Bank of New South ler) respectively. Mr. Pizzey spoke of the[...]own. opportunity to welcome Mr. A. C. Banks, our new However, it remains to be seen what stand[...]We can assure our Melbourne visitors there—the art of "scrounging" because a day or of an e[...]essful season, and on the completion of ford from Newcastle, Mr. V. B. Anderson from Syd- the fir[...]officers leaving the Branch at a late afternoon party Royal on Wednesday, 13th August. This is the f[...]Majestic Hotel. Another function was a post-war Bankers' Ball to be held in Adelaide, and special late afternoon party in the lounge to say it is anticipated tha[...]first stage of Girls' Ballet is very busy practising for the ball, as the journey to Hobart, where they will reside permanently. Mr. G. J. Barton, one of our ex-servicemen, has resigned to take[...]h reasons. Our kitchen has been painted, and new equip- ment provided, to cope with the gre[...] | |
[...]y put on at our Copeland .going to our new "Hut" Branch at Ren- Christmas dance.[...]t for Perth on 28th July as members of the Inter- state Hockey Team, to play in the Hockey Carnival[...]and over every Saturday afternoon Glennon, of the Australian Broadcasting Commis- since we procured[...]Children's Hospital, being Various recreational activities are "on the go" the first instalment for[...]f and their friends to the number of club, a party of about .a dozen from the staff in Bris- 240 d[...]d amongst the bream at Bank Ball of 1947 at John Martin's Ballroom on July Maroochydore. Bream fishing, of course, is mostly 28th. An affair of smart frocking (as always with at night, and so[...]in the boat he and his partner, naturally, decided to[...]d, much work Put i n by the Social Committee and its indefatigable c r e ta r Y Secretar y ([...]), with Mrs. Yule, pre- sided over the official party, which included many executives of the trading[...]. Miss Clair Munro, of our Bonds & Stock Depart- ment, has been chosen as a representative of the State in junior basketball, and is to accompany the second State touring side to Whyalla. Two of our typiste[...]n, Conductor). Kevan Clark, -f Housing Loans bepartment. | |
[...]September 1947 night was dark and the exact location of the head- Mr. Keogh had retired for the second time after | |
[...]August. Mr. Wal Musty (Wages Staff) has departed for duty at Burke has been in Brisbane office f[...]H. Wilkinson). All ready with helpful advice .and actions, and those joined in wishing him ev[...]150 voted During the past quarter, we the day a great success. Lismore[...]tball, golf and tennis. nament in which Messrs. Agnew (singles) and Agnew and Martin (doubles) were the successful[...]or returns for their labour. players. and solid practice is the order of the day at present. We desi[...]is appointment to Section Officer, Inspector's Department and apologise for our tardy effort. Mr. Cope[...]h Bondi and Sans Souci respectively. During the quarter Mr. Billing left us on appointment to Sav- ings[...]orth Bondi. We wish success to them both in their new environ- ments. Far from the least important in events is the arrival of Wendy Grellma[...] | |
[...]hereabouts, t h e news of this Branch To out selves, a[...]Amos as Chief Clerk, is in the nature of a home- He asked to be relieved, and while we fall in wi[...]long and strenuous period has been had its beginning in 1923, and here he remained deeply ap[...]have each final matches were played at the New South Wales presided at farewells to three other[...]e Ladies' Singles. after his transfer to Staff Department, followed in the We were visited recent[...]rintendent of Savings Bank (Melbourne). Mr. South Australia with a staff officer; and Mr. T. W . Gill renewed old associations here with all the McCoy, who h[...]ies refreshing enthusiasm which is characteristic of which took him from us as Mr. Gillespie[...]tt and fellow-officers assembled ing to his home State on leave. He also was a recently to bid farewell[...]AYR (Q.). transfer to Kurri Kurri, and departed for Mead, who came to us from Savings Bank (Pe[...]er transfer was that Fremantle at the end of the homeward voyage. of Miss J. Maxwell back t[...]only one organised function — a table tody Department, announced her engagement to[...] | |
[...]on. rTriE Football Club has just completed a most suc- Results: Commonwealth Bank versus[...]Saturday competition, and could easily win its main Teachers' College "B," 36-6; Polic[...]The club wishes to thank its many supporters,[...]is a vital part of competition success.[...]an enquiry from the The club has one of its stars (Roy Cawsey) at Paymaster of the vi[...]l Squadron present on a world tour with the Australian team in regarding conversion of his holdin[...]upon arrival in New Zealand and at Singapore. SENIOR TEAM: MID[...]gs on the at the opening of the season, and some good new P.O. Savings Bank of the United Kingdom[...]ly balance time, Bank business occupied most of the 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. when we faltered wi[...]ship resulted in a 15-8 win for "late credits" had shown us their backs at the front Rura[...]ght with a solid block good crowds, who saw some of the season's most of st'cky sixpences) that bullock-drive[...]he team emerged exclusive right to real Australian adjectives. Early premiers.[...]to "turning in" at 1 a.m. following I. Tod, most of whom seemed to be unavailable at the usual midnight escort, one of our conscientious the most difficult moments. tellers must have been thinking of new methods of Congratulations are e[...] | |
[...]uldn't it?—an extra week's marriage leave. we heartily agree with the Governor who told us A[...]ned for our G.B. Ask the probationer (who is some years on the Examiner (L. J. M. Lewis.) Con[...]the "chain gang" around has looked forward for some time—a Branch of his midnight to stow away in t[...]hortly to take over the tellers; ask the Counting House staff; ask the mes- Accountant's chair. In t[...]all what Reeves (of Relieving Staff) has been acting as third we felt like at midnight on Saturday[...]dance of daughter are quite enjoying their new home. Glad 576,921.[...]being used to the highest temperature in the State KATOOMBA. seems a very long absence. Al-[...]to welcome "into the fold" John come and gone, a new Branch has been opened, Toomey and Pa[...]ced his engage- ment a couple of months ago—in fact, just a little of We have a large budget of news for everything has transpired. NEWCASTLE. much has happened at this Branch Let's[...]ord, our genial Savings Bank Supervisor, left the most popular members of the staff left our midst u[...]the whole staff. He the end of last year. This in itself deserves com- responded in his own inimi[...]long office hours, he decided stay in Newcastle. Mr. W. W. Cornwall, who suc- to apply for[...]inue his studies — this time in Eco- hearty welcome, and assured of loyal support from nomic[...]happy vein, concluding with with a brief case to "house" his lengthy notes, and the wish that when he left Newcastle he would have a number of officers spoke of Fred's ability, his the same splendid send-off Mr. Mountford was rather outsta[...]tained leave for medical treatment, and Fred's departure. Alan was only here a few weeks tempor[...]at home. We trust he enjoyed his stay with us, ari[...] | |
[...]oned, and occasion of her resignation to join the Newcastle two smaller cups went to Maitland[...]n (C.B.A.) and our Peter Harrison scored a in her new sphere of life as she had been during[...]latter two goals against two tries her sojourn at Newcastle Branch. and one[...], who Cec. Shirley. came to instruct some of our girls in the gentle The Sports Day was a huge success, and brought art of key-punching in connection with cancelled[...]friendships and laying the foundations of many new Audrey Frear proved equal to the task, and quickl[...]visitors) voiced these com- quite happy in their new position. ments which were agreed to by all present. Messrs. Two party dances arranged by Misses Tracey Ha[...]y much wealth), the main movers for Newcastle, proved enjoyed. We thank the ladies named[...]24th July, having been appointed to the New Lamb- Empire Palais on Thursday, 25th September,[...]the passing of Mr. Tom Leishman at Mel- Years at Newcastle Branch. Elsewhere in this issue b[...]evertheless, we with those who knew him, and he will be greatly offer our loyal suppo[...]Tre- sympathy. boar a happy stay in Newcastle. Mr. G. Hore is We desire[...]t the Combined prior to his transfer to Newcastle West on 22nd Trading Banks was played at Wi[...]to Ballarat again, and caught up in of the Newcastle Bankers and played a series of[...]. Silver cups pre- noon tea prior to his departure, and do so again. sented by Mick Simmons Ltd.[...]er of this city) less he is getting a few homers at Geelong. for tennis, were presented, togeth[...]Mr. Jack Veale, one of our recent recruits, is tankard from Toohey's Ltd. for footba[...] | |
[...]tiered in the McKinstry household, for a second son Ballarat "C" Grade Footbal[...]d, spent her A picture week has been run with some success[...]is ings since last issue, both at the home of the presi- hoped that the wild flowers will be[...]ined our The male members of our staff held a most enjoyable "post-balance" dinner towards the end of staff r[...]Connie Sturgeon resigned this quarter in order to take up the easy job of housekeeping for another Early spring[...]e peaches that line Canberra's crescents and circuits. last stroke and the last drink at the Mackay Golf In short, the tourist season is almost upon us. Club this month. Our Manager (M[...]gong. We wel- comed Mr. Luke from Randwick as our new Accountant. Noel Tickner announced one morning re[...]years this is getting serious l Bill McGowen parted from his motor bike too fast and relaxed in hos[...]r or was "spirited" there. This quarter your correspondent has | |
[...]ff of Melbourne office were "COMMONWEALTH BANK OF AUSTRALIA MELBOURNE. shocked to f[...]to us Copies of this book, concerning which an article as Accountant from Brisbane, had sudden[...]fficers and representatives of the staff of 10/6, post free. atten[...]P. Jackson has recently been Acting Manager whilst HOCKEY CLUB[...]Bank Girls' Hockey Club Western Australia. 1 (Sydney) has played the last competit[...]Reserve sec- Club, received a very gracious act of recognition tion, but next year we expect even[...]dney team to Mr. Jack Bleakley's magic act at interval was most visit Melbourne, in October, to play the Melbourn[...]ossible to find The team is still on top of its section, and at the playing fields in Syd[...] | |
[...]' Physical Cultu Upton, we offer our heartiest good wishes. Othe[...]- form of various parties arranged with much enthu cal culture.[...]It is with regret that we must again record that activity as in recent months. The Victorian State the stork has only irregularly visite[...]re- sponsible for the commencement of several new[...]onsiderably, and those in high places have was a most popular move, and with Mr.[...]ach other for the despatched to capital cities Miss Ivy West to Perth, honoured position[...]n Miss Olive Gunn to Brisbane and Newcastle, and[...]Miss May Purton. to Hobart. These girls have gone To relate the progres[...]to mention the performance will be partly prepared to be put out of circulation[...]eurs, are at present leade ried trip to Hobart in connection with the new[...]and Mrs. Lewis, too was a guest at the party,[...]a great and, with their support, it has held its own with ovation. Miss Olga Bertram, o[...]k Adelaide Branch, and we hope this will be the start by Mr. Champ and of his personal regret at losing of annual matches between the. two States. Perha him. Miss Vranizan spo[...] | |
[...]e will visit us from time to time in the by some of the staff, and some of the senior officers future.[...]by Mr. Lewis and male Another event for some of us was the Civic Ball, members of the staff.[...]taff has been greatly increased by male partnered debs. Jim Edwards finds ski-ing a very membe[...]erously donated now number one hundred. Parties are arranged at prizes, and Mr. R. Theobald sh[...]ss Nancy which was presented at a party given in her Locke and Miss Betty Haggar were the means of honour. Our unusual party tablecloth vanished inspiring many of the girls[...]ions go to Messrs. original drawings by our artists, will serve as a A. H. Roberts and F. W. Smit[...]Sorrow, too, has visited our department. Win Since our last contribution[...]CLUB, SYDNEY - Before the departure of Mr. W. H. Trethowan, our Manager (Mr. More)[...]the Insur- tained the staff at a late afternoon party in their ance Houses Competition, three of our five honour. We enjoye[...]owa has upheld the honour. At the same time the N.S.W. State Champion- Wagga also invited us to their annual d[...]terest at this office is the intro- "C" Grade State Doubles title in three straight sets. duction of[...]d we wish him More. The boys are very keen, and practice after the best of luck. | |
[...]of the interests of returned men at the Branch HOBART. year of Messrs. A. W. Mason and W. a[...]Launceston early in Committee, there has been a renewal of staff activi- August. His war service was with the A.I.F.[...]nd many evenings have been Middle East and New Guinea. He enlisted in 1940 devoted to table tennis. The most important event, in New South Wales, but went away with a Tas- however, w[...]as attended by a large proportion of the staff, home was in Hobart. On the afternoon of his last together with their[...]wish him farewell. In the (Mr. H. J. Turner) and most of the senior officers.[...]ady members, who secret, so came as a surprise to most of us. The[...]to spend some months with her family at Burnie Brain, Peter Oln[...]now of Administrative Department; and Miss Kath- by the audience that an encor[...]in favour of more domestic pursuits. During the which will serve as mementoes of a wo[...]last part of her service with us Miss Darling filled party. Our congratulations go to Miss Pam Fyle the post of librarian, and also had charge of the and Mr.[...]Note Issue Department, and we hope that she will take back some pleasant memories with her. Con-[...]news, just received, of the birth of a daughte[...]Brooke, a member of Hobart staff, on active service[...]retirement of a member of the staff at the same Branch at which that service was commenced. of his departure we were entertaining our visitors Befor[...]Turner) to support his remarks, Mr. McLean stated him the usual informal send-off, but in the evening that Mr. Turner was one of the select band who some of his friends foregathered, and the revelry had commenced service at Hobart. Mr. Turner was continued until a late hour.[...]him personally since assumption of his Finance Department in Melbourne. He came to us[...]e Superintendent (Mr. C. A. Batty) from that city some years before the war, so will be[...] | |
[...]ACH. strel, but an enterprising travel- The Acting Deputy-Registrar (Mr. G. W. Cearns)[...]so many old taken up residence in his home at Wollstonecraft, friends. She thanked her "skir[...]essor. was concerned, she had the beginnings of a new It was good news to us when Mr. E. Featonby career, as she[...]from Relieving Manager to Manager at the new On the night following the presentation the[...]th. night of the birthday, and the retirement-day itself— a party was held by the girls at the home of Miss During the past six months we h[...]procession of new faces. Mr. H. D. Angwin as[...]eving Manager, several relieving Accountants, Some time previously, the troops having all re- Me[...]ced her engagement to Mr. Frank Borgo of activities, so we are looking forward with qui[...] | |
[...]we must surely be able to touch that tree or house. Almost before being aware, a landing at Western[...]through the suburbs of Launceston to the city itself. and pamphlets from which our itinerary had b[...]istance covered during the journey from most popular view of the city. That such a beauti- Sydney to Hobart and back, including day-to-day ful and unspoiled spot should exist only two excursions from temporary headquarters in Hobart minutes' journey from the main street i[...]The seventeen hours' train jour- to Hobart via the Great Lake whetted our appetites ney fro[...]coloured photograph. took a taxi to A.N.A. Headquarters to weigh in the The best view of a[...]be forgotten, is that of the Derwent River at New don Aerodrome, where, after certain routine chec[...]ust a few qualms for the The city of Hobart, with its beautiful harbour, start of what to me, at any rate was quite an its well-kept parks, its historic churches and neat adventure. We were then aware of the pilot at the streets, was to be our home for six days. controls as the plane was taxied f[...], as it were, to the and the engine revved up for some moments before city proper, we toured each day, in turn visiting finally starting to move off. Leaving the ground such spots as Mt. Wellington, with its magnificent was completely without sensation, an[...]. Rum- gradual recession of the fields, trees and houses, we ney looking over Pittwater and Seven Mi[...]the other. The lovely National Park; Port Arthur Melbourne from the air looked as neat as only a with its historic background and atmosphere of the planned city could. Rows of houses, trees and far-off convict days; Huo[...]isited by us. Hugging the coastline east for some distance we Taking leave of Hobart was difficult, but the at last said good-bye to t[...]ist, we re- but not for long, as the plane then started to climb turned to Launces ton for the la[...]ferent face to show, but endeared itself to us more Emerging from the clouds the la[...]angles. All this while to super-impose itself on the cherished time the plane was des[...] | |
[...]By J. J. STEWART. W HEN I was very young, less than thirty years depend for most of their sustenance. When they | |
[...]September 1947 from 10,000 to 25,000. Some of the larger colonies | |
[...]cessful is the Yudnamuntana copper ders Range and some 360 miles north of Adelaide. mine. Unli[...]or aroused any vain hopes, Sounds a far cry from home, yet actually Blinman is but it can claim to have t[...]throw into these ranges. Here the South Australia, for mining towns are notorious for beaten[...], it is sur- north for another one hundred miles, its towering rounded by the formidable peaks[...]the frills The mine was worked about the same time as the from the calloused hide of some prehistoric mon- Blinman, and, though it survived its more famous ster. On the Hawker-Blinman track you may pass neighbour, the same difficulties were encountered— half : a-dozen[...]ery. There may be many more cemeteries in. losing its isolation, for the South Australian Govern- the Flinders, but this one happens to bear a par- ment has awoken to its potentialities, and there is a ticularly tra[...]fifth to be interred. The sixth was an English of its mellow past. There are mines and still more[...]alana which once provided relief for sufferers of arthritis and other akin complaints who came from far[...]mountain land is a prospector's paradise. Practically e v e r y known mineral is found in[...] | |
[...]had existence. For one thing, its very situation come to take his place. An open[...]find its[...]never the idea of exploiting its health-giving resou emerge from[...]Some State-wide interest in the early '20's. To it—even[...]so dis- interstate came sufferers from rheumatism, arthr mayed by the surroundings, abruptly starte[...]ng re- lief. Some remarkable cures are to the sprin[...]es together with the fact that later patients unde had been realised, tha[...]roads are being constructed, and if the proje housed the few patients who were under the[...]the Flinders will at last be bridled. The Sout actually been habited before, for it had once[...]vernment has undertaken to erec a native spear "factory."[...]water spring will make its bow before the publ down the creek until it was[...]e itself where a large hole was scooped out and shelt[...]e successful cases; among the ones recorded were some truly remarkable recov[...]at first with arthritis, that he had to be carried down[...]the above article spring. This man recovered to such an exten by cur contributor, changes in the activities of[...]some[...]ds of tons of material exist of all proportion to its size. People began to[...]hich uranium approaching a thousand tons it as an Australian Lourdes. Attempts were made b[...]ant. outpost of Australia. A syndicate of New Apparently, when taken straight from the f[...] | |
[...]initial post-war programme of approximately one[...]thousand three hundred million dollars, including[...]ere are five more friendly city to the average Australian than boroughs composing New York, Richmond, does New York. Manhattan — Islands — The Bronx,[...]the city is open in space if not in character. Yet[...]provide the requisite additional lane width; whereas[...]contracting of traffic channels as desired.[...]Both the First National and the Continental Illinois[...]removed to the new basement below.[...]AZIL. construction. A new bank, quaintly fitted, occupies[...]floor. The swing doors are "Passing from New York seems impossible with- operated a[...]traffic and transportation chandise Mart recently bought by Joseph Kennedy, a[...]e Michigan. millions of probably the world's most vivid city. "It was in Cleveland we saw surely the largest "Like Australia comparatively, air travel has over- banking chamber in the world now only partly used whelmed most -available accommodation in all parts by the Union Bank of Commerce successor to the of the Western hemisphere. New York is feeling defunct Union Trust[...]and failed to resuscitate after what is nationally ration was considered suitable for[...] | |
[...]we generally fix. If famous tor these old houses[...]"But as Washington is a most beautiful city,[...]does Washington and we hope, Canberra, if some thus obviously providing two distinctly sep[...]wisdom is brought to bear before too late. A new chambers—ideal for our activities and definitely city might have been cheaper. Certainly better. educational in suggesting a similar arrangement for[...]nines tiered either side of a central court. capital's escutcheon. This is appallingly sub-stan-[...]"The surprising thing about Ottawa is its countri- Cleveland Trust Coy. almost rendered one home- fied atmosphere and that despite the[...]selves cannot country in comparison to Australia we appear to keep pace with space demands and is spreading have greater activity. Parliament House is a charm- thither and yon.[...]ing piece of architecture as are some of the build- "Like most cities of U.S.A. the cultural side of life ings[...]disappointing building for what tras, opera houses and all of the arts as is the gene- it portends and the function[...]uditorium in Cleveland, capacity 11,000, is something this city is proud about justifiably. "Boston, steeped in tradition, and other parts of the New England Country, the cradle of the nation's early history, is strongly impressive. The influence of national sentiment is all about, hallowed fields of[...]-, • houses, the Charles River, the twin city of Cam-[...]od. "Here in Boston there are famous old houses well beyond a century, venerable and majestic but built of timber entirely. The famous house of Longfellow and of Adams, an early presid[...]CORCOVADO, CRISTO REDENTO STANDS ON UTMOST TIP. | |
[...], MEXICO CITY. change being wrought in this new city where build- ings of shimmering white reincarnate the old new "Compressed, the city and environs, p[...]e, dating back to 1525 A.D. is the main attraction, the palatial residence and edificio to[...]ppeal and all of is pleasing and we learned something from this the footwalks of the c[...]exist in the resuscitated rubber city old part of the new to align with others of this modern of Manaos[...]ite bases with of Photographs depicting the national effort in build- black patterns composed of marble rubble, rough ings, some of which are here produced. he[...]y but a merely a dusting of cement to give some adhesion. clearly happy community with a pr[...]ian cities already touched upon in another part the two seem to cater for clinging p[...]cent. in- Christ fashioned in concrete (the national capacity crease. for this work[...] | |
[...]where Lima (altitude 370 feet), the capital, has about in the vividly glamorous chapeaux of t[...]s one as having quite a of Rio. Each piece is an artist's delight and the lot of Amer[...]ing and the two large city squares, Plaza San Martin shopping thoroughfare is called the Ouvredor.[...]ings are often richly carved and sometimes covered whereas Rio has topped the two milli[...]an impor- surably proud. tant part to play in these countries in the future for[...]buildings but familiar names like the National City been operating in Brazil only a little over 30 years of New York, and the South American and London and even[...]-standard. were homely sights in the narrow lanes universally "Out[...]living decadence. The town of New South Wales and that of the Banco Inter- has not[...]ntersections in place tors which are almost deities, Jose De San Martin of the old wells. The pitcher comes to the tap[...]c light exists in the streets sparsely but not in houses which are tallow oil lit with a fatty[...]IONS" rancid smell in burning. Floor dossing in almost one room housing in ill-kept houses of the occupants' A confe[...]at nothing can be done. of 8 or 9 inches. "The artificial lake is the town drainage cesspool[...]mentation, and no talent for doing same. odour, nausea and all other objections from when[...]whose job is to tell Shades of dons and noble spirits must pervade students how t[...]for and the green hell of the jungles, etc., Jesuits pene- telling you how to run it, than[...]u. --such is Bolivia governed from the unofficial capital La Paz an Andean town of 200,000 people th[...] | |
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