Mr. Punch has thought that some of his hospitable readers might be
glad to have the opportunity of giving the welcome of their houses,
in however simple a way, to Australian soldiers on leave, who would
greatly appreciate the chance of seeing something of English home
life. An "Invitation Bureau" has been opened at the "Anzac" Buffet,
94, Victoria Street, where offers of entertainment should be
addressed.
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"The Military Representative appealed against the exemption
of William Blake, aged 35, unmarried, a slaughterman in the
employment of Mr. George Rigg, pork butcher. The Military
Representative suggested that Mr. Rigg should slaughter
himself. Mr. Rigg stated that he could not slaughter
himself."--_Carlisle Journal_.