room at caluary...gateway to the far-west of n.s.w.; my next was north to walcha, on the new england...

A Monthly Record of the ABORIGINES INLAND MISSION OF AUSTRALIA. Edited by Mrs. R. Long. Price Twopence. 2/- per annum, post free.

Room at Caluary

There was no room in Bethlehem For Him who left His Throne

To seek the lost at countless cost, And make their griefs His own;

But there was room on Calvary Upon the Cross of Shame,

For Him to die, uplifted high To bear the sinner's blame.

There was no room in Bethlehem, And in the world to-day

Men will not give Him room to live And bid Him turn away;

But there is room on Calvary, And there He stands to give

A Home to all who heed His call And look to Him and live.

There was no room in Bethlehem For Christ, the Prince of Kings,

From throne and crown to earth, came down With healing in His wings;

But there is room at Calvary For sinners to abide,

And who will come may find a home In Jesus, Crucified.

E. M. C.

Vol. XXXVI.

No. 8.

APRIL 17.

1943

Registered at the G.P.O., Sydney, for transmission by post as a newspaper.

THE A I M -TO give Light to them that sit in darkness.

THE FIELD—

The 80,000 Aborigines of Australia.

THE COMMAND—

Matthew 28: 19-20.

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O U R A I M

GENERAL NEWS

M r . and Mrs. T H O M A S , with their little son Edward, have returned to Newcastle W a t e r s f rom Tennant Creek. They spent their last fortnight out with M r . and Mrs. Long in the new Mission House on the new site six miles out f rom the town.

Messrs. R. a n d E. STRETTON started on March 5th on their journey to the Northern Territory, and have reached St. G e o r g e , Queensland. M r . and Mrs. W a t son took part in their farewell f rom M o r e e .

M r . BUCKLEY has been able to take an opportunity of a holiday from Palm Island, and spent the first par t of it in Brisbane with M r . and Mrs. H . B. Lovelock, and expects to enjoy the remainder with Mr . Frewin at M i n d e n . Later on, af ter his return, Mrs. Buckley hopes to have a similar respite.

Miss PRESNELL, Superintendent of our N . S . W . Southern District, spent twelve days at Moonah Cul lah this month, labouring and rejoicing in the work of G o d there, and enjoyed fellowship with Miss A . Atkins, our Missionary there .

M r . H A R R Y W I L S O N , of Eidsvold, has had to pass along the trial way of bereavement , his father having been taken to be with the Lord this month, af ter a long illness. M r . Wi lson, snr., was a beloved servant of the Lord, and an esteemed worker in Islington Baptist Church. To his wife and f a m ily, and to his son in our work, we offer our loving sympathy. M r . and Mrs . Harry Wilson and f a m ily are now at Torquay, Queensland, for a rest and change.

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Apr i l 17, 1943

SIFTINGS

Most of us are more ready to follow the philosophy of Satan, "Spare thyself," rather than that of G o d , "Spend thyself."

o o o

I want to go out as a Missionary to escape the danger of be coming satisfied with a life of ease and comfort .

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Humil i ty is to be the girdle which gathers together all the other virtues and makes them workable and usable in the hands of the Holy Spirit . Love, kindness, long-suffering, are useless unless accompanied by humility.

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Plagues and death around me f ly, Till H e wills I cannot d ie ; N o t a single shaft can hit Till the G o d of love sees f i t .

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Some Christians give Christ a place, others give H i m prominence, but Spirit-fi l led Christians give H i m "in all things the preeminence."

o o o

A b r a h a m went out not knowing whither he went, but knowing with W h o m he went.

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G o d seems to be shaking His people into strange circumstances, in order that they may testify for H i m in unlikely quarters.

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G o to the deeps of God 's promise,

A n d claim whatsoever you will; The blessing of G o d will not fail

thee, His word H e will surely fulfill.


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Mrs. R. LONG. THE Aborigines Inland Mission of Australia Director

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Headquarters:

242 Pitt Street, Sydney, N.S.W.

AUSTRALIA.

Telephone: M A 2078.

Our Motto: "Our God is Able." Founded August 1, 1905.

OBJECT—T o ca r ry out wi th respect to Austral ia 's aboriginal people the Master 's Command—"Go ye, therefore, and make disciples of all nations," by sending Missionaries to Aboriginal Camps and Settlements throughout Austral ia to preach the Gospel and teach them how to live Christian lives.

CHARACTER—It is interdenominational and accepts candidates who have absolute faith in the Deity of the three Persons of the Trinity, of the full inspiration and authori ty of the Old and New Testament Scriptures and are willing to t rus t God completely for the supply of all temporal as well as spiritual needs.

SUPPORT—The Mission is supported by the unsolicited freewill offerings of God's people, given in answer to prayer.

CHRIST IS RISEN He arose a Victor from the dark domain, And He lives forever with His saints to reign, Hallelujah, Christ arose.

\ A / E are approaching again the blessed season of Easter, and once more we have the oppor

tunity of stressing the importance of the fact of the Resurrection and of feeding upon its glorious Hope. If Christ be not risen from the dead, then is our faith vain. Praise God we can say with the thrill of undeniable certainty, "Now is Christ risen from the dead and become the first fruits of them that slept."

To many who have been bereaved in this past dark year, the Resurrection will bear new meaning. May its comfort enfold all who so especially need such a glorious Hope.

POURING the month the Lord has enabled me to go abroad to some of our centres, and it has

been a privilege indeed to stay in the Mission House homes of some of our dear Missionaries, and enter into their lives and service for a few days, and I came away each time wishing I could help them more. My first visit was to Dubbo, the gateway to the far-west of N.S.W.; my next was north to Walcha, on the New England Tableland, and my last to Dalwood, the new home for Pindimar College, in the beautiful Hunter River Valley.

Miss Campbell met me with the district car at Dubbo, and in the evening of the same day we both met Miss Abbot t on her return from Sydney. The next day, Sunday, was a full one amongst the people in Sunday Schools, services and vistiation. I addressed three of the Sunday Schools, and gave the same lesson each time, as it is examination time,

and the scholars could not afford to miss one lesson. No effort was spared to enable me to meet our people scattered over a wide area of Dubbo and its environs, and the Reserve at Talbragar. I had the privilege of conducting meetings on two nights in the homes of Mr. and Mrs. Carr, and Mr. and Mrs. Ferguson, where these are regularly held and well attended.

The Talbragar A .A .M.M, meeting was a special treat for me, and the talk of the Dubbo A .A .M.M. coming first birthday was a delight. I greatly enjoyed meeting such a large number of splendid women in the meetings and in their homes, and came away praying that they will all become happy followers of the Lord Jesus. The work, of course, was well talked over with our Missionaries, and plans for the future were made.

IT was lovely to find myself in Walcha again, and this time in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wey

mouth and their little two-years-old daughter, Ruth. Many notable men and women have passed from this Mission district of ours into the presence of the Lord, "washed in the blood of the Lamb." There are not many living on the Reserve, which is 4 1/2 miles from the town, but since my last visit, the Aborigines Welfare Board has built very nice houses for six of the remaining families. Quite a number of families now reside in the town, as is becoming more and more the case in N.S.W.

Our Missionaries (particularly Mrs. Weymouth) are hampered through lack of conveyance. Mr. Weymouth's bike does good duty, but something more is sorely needed, and we trust will soon be provided from the money in hand and in view.

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Our Auxiliaries SYDNEY Y .W.M.

This month we were very pleased to welcome an old member back to our meetings—Miss Leila Burns—who has been in Brisbane for the past three years, where she has been president of the Y .W.M. Miss Burns was able to tell us about the work of our sister movement in the northern State, in which we are very interested.

Letters of thanks were read from several missionaries in acknowledgment of parcels received, and there were a lovely lot of text cards brought along to be sent out this month.

Our very hard working Parcel Secretary, Miss Ethel Bottomley, was absent from this meeting, as she was to be married on the morrow, so we sent her a telegram wishing her every happiness in her future life, and we pray that she and her husband may have God's blessing on their marriage.

— J . Pidcock.

MELBOURNE LADIES'

AUXILIARY.

Our meeting was a very happy and helpful one. Mrs. Cawood is back from Tasmania, and was with us again. W e also had Mrs. Leitch and baby with us. She is looking very much better.

Af ter opening with prayer we read Prov. 8, 20-36. W e are sending a parcel to Yass and birthday gifts to two Missionaries. Af ter reading the Prayer Letter, Mrs. Leitch read portion of a letter which she had received from Mrs. Long, in which was mentioned that most of the requests had

been answered. W e fel t that was just the time for praise to our Heavenly Father, so after a season of prayer we closed with the benediction. Our meeting was certainly a time of fellowship and refreshment.

— E . Stoneham.

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ADELAIDE AUXILIARY. W e had quite a good meeting

on 4th March, ten members being present, with apologies for absence from Mrs. Hassell and Mrs. Gibbons. W e were very pleased to meet Miss Bailey for the first t ime, and also Mrs. Deacon.

One pleasing feature was a very nice note from the Secretary of the Flinders Street Baptist Church, granting the Auxiliary the use ot the vestry for meetings free of charge. This we regard as a definite contribution to our work.

W e were especially pleased that the party Miss Shankelton brought down from Saints on February 20th had such an enjoyable day; in the morning at the beach, and in the afternoon at the Zoo. Mr. Kilmartin arranged for the visit there, gratis, and several Endeavourers from various societies helped to entertain them, and also provided tea, which was no mean spread, but I know it was a real joy to the helpers to be able to do a litt le practical missionary work.

Miss Bailey reported on the work at Saints, and told how the Father had heard and answered the prayers of His children. Recent bountiful rain had solved the water problem, which had reached an acute stage. The school building was being prepared, and it was hoped that, with a suitable teacher, i t would soon be in use.

This, no doubt, will be a great relief to all.

W e are sending herewith a postal note, a further small donation from the Auxiliary, for the support of Miss Tyler.

—F. C. Baker.

SYDNEY LADIES' AUXILIARY. There were twelve members pre

sent at our March meeting. Apologies were received from Mrs. Davis and Mrs. Blacket, and greetings from Mrs. Tunks.

Letters were read from Mr. and Mrs. Robbins and Philip Flood. Miss Cave, our birthday Secretary, read the names of the Missionaries whose birthdays are in Apr i l , and several members volunteered to send greetings to them.

The Prayer Letter was read and Mrs. Long reported items of news, including her visit to Dubbo. A season of prayer followed.

Books for the Mission Stations and other parcels were brought to the meeting, and the donations in cash amounted to 19/-.

— M . E. McAulay.

HOBART. The usual two meetings were

held in February and in March also, but in the case of each in the latter month they were held a week later than the regular date. The evening meeting was held at the Presbyterian Manse, and the afternoon gathering at the Secretary's home, owing to it not being convenient at our customary meeting place. Each time we have realised the presence and power of Him Who said, " I f ye ask . . . I will do . "

— H .Weymouth.

A N O N Y M O U S DONATIONS. Mr. Weymouth wishes to ac

knowledge with thanks 5 / - postal note " for your personal use f rom a friend of the Mission"—Walcha postmark.


April 17, 1943

"I'VE BEEN FIND H I M ! "

This story of a very old woman named Annie at Tennant Creek has been lately told me by Mrs. Arnold Long, and I think you will like to hear it.

On Wednesday morning Annie, the oldest woman here at Tennant Creek, came to me with very sore eyes. After attending to them I got all the pictures I could get together quickly and sat down on a log with her, and for a long time I showed them to her and told her of the Lord Jesus. A t evening time she came again, but hurried away. Then yesterday morning, after her eyes were again dressed, she still sat on. I just sat beside her and waited. She looked at me for a while, and then said:

"You know that one you tell me about Jesus?"

"Yes," I answered.

"I been find Him," and then

she covered her face.

"You found Him, Annie. How?"

Then she told me she had been lying down and all the others around were laughing and playing about and she said "H im look at me like that," and she turned her head on an angle. "Just like in that picture, you know Him."

"You show me," I said.

I got out the pictures again and she found the one she meant. It was of the boy Jesus in the Temple with the doctors. It was lovely to hear her say, " I find H im." May she follow on to know and tell others.

Always up to this time Annie has said, "Me too o ld," but her Missionary had prayed that she might come to the Lord that week and He has all power so He an-

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Young People answered and appeared unto old Annie, and she "looked" and became His believing child.

In the next letter Mrs. Arnold Long told me more, and I am sure you will, like me, be very glad to hear more of Annie.

"Last night I had a lovely meeting at the Widows' Camp. Very quickly the different ones gathered around, and the Lord's presence was very real. Jessie and Kitty were there bright and smiling and all entered heartily into the singing, and the silence of listening could be felt. I spoke on 1 John 5, 5-10, and when I asked if any wanted to come to Jesus and have their sins taken away a big, happy women answered out strongly, 'I do.' Then old Annie spoke up. 'I been find Him. I been find Him,' and she spoke up for Jesus and told them all how she found the Lord, so earnestly and beautifully; and this was followed by a lovely young girl coming to Jesus. She has been drawing nearer to Him for some t ime."

How brave it was for old

"Annie" to speak up and testify to those around her who know her so well!

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The Missionary is sure the Holy Spirit will guide and teach these dear women as He has promised to do. They have many customs of darkness, which would hinder the work of grace, but "God is Light," and as the Light grows, the darkness vanishes. They have found the Lord Jesus and when that is so Annie and Topsy and every other one—you and I, too—can sing—

No darkness have we who in Jesus abide,

The Light of the World is Jesus;

W e walk in the Light when we follow our Guide,

The Light of the world is Jesus.

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

SAINTS.

Two more children have been added to our care; others have gone from the Home recently.

Two of the young women have gone out to work. One had not definitely accepted the Lord Jesus Christ, but in writing home she tells of the joy of teaching the children in her care, some of the choruses she learnt here. Another young woman has been admitted to hospital, a very sick gir l ; her two children have gone to a children's seaside home.

Then the husband of one of our married women, who is in the A.I.F., has been on leave from the North, and is now transferred to Adelaide, so we have moved round to allow them to have rooms at a near farmhouse.

Most of the women's husbands from the North have had leave and been able to come South to spend it with their wives and families.

The Sunday services have been attended by most of our people at Saints. There are still some who are indifferent to their need and the claims of Christ.

Evengelist H. E. Barker spent a week-end with us. Al l were blessed and refreshed by his ministry.

The spiritual work amongst the children continues most encouraging. They are very interested in both Sunday School and the Christian Endeavour. Another girl, of 12 years, accepted the Lord Jesus Christ this month.

Arrangements are being made for the baptism of two young women and one of the older girls. W e would value prayer concerning this service.

On Saturday (3/4/43), S o d willing, we are giving our people another day at the beach.

The school building has been completed, and looks very nice. It is now ready for the equipment and teacher. As soon as the teacher is appointed, the children will transfer to the new building. Until then we will continue school at the Home.

W e praise God for His many blessings, especially for replenished water supply in answer to prayer.

— M . Shankelton.

QUEENSLAND

CHERBOURG.

Our band of Christians, especially the Native Workers, are true "yoke fellows" indeed, as we labour together in the Gospel. There have been increased attendances at Sunday School, and last night (28/3/43) we had the largest congregation at the Gospel service for some time. This was due to the fact that men from Palm Island, Woorabinda and Cape Bedford were in the settlement for the week-end, and a number came along to the service, which was conducted by Mr. A . McCowan, of Fairfield, Sydney. Our Brother is giving us a helping hand as he gets opportunity. W e have enjoyed his fellowship in the Gospel.

Our car was "not in the best of health" early in the month (March), and we wondered if we would be able to manage on our seven gallons of petrol (our ration) as the car "sickness" was "consumpt ion" (consuming too much petrol). However, our God is "a very present help in trouble" (praise His wonderful Name), and our Brother from Cloyna, Mr. A . Johanneson, was the instrument He used in remedying the defect, and so we were able to get through the month on our petrol ration.

"Thy mercy, O God, is in the heavens, and Thy faithfulness reacheth unto the clouds." (Ps. 36:5).

—Ken Bowen.

RAVENSHOE-HERBERTON.

I am writing these notes from Herberton, having returned from Ravenshoe for a few days. Owing to various reasons we decided at the commencement of the new year to spend more of our time amongst the people at Ravenshoe. Through the help of a Christian friend, we were able to secure


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a room, and Mrs. Weston and myself have been having a blessed and profitable time in the service of the Master, not only amongst our own people, but in other services held in the town.

Although we have not many children, I find them very bright and keen to meet at Sunday School in the morning, the afternoon service being for the adults. Mr. J . Dixon, of Bankstown, came over with us, and gave a message in song and word which was appreciated by all.

Owing to the prolonged wet weather, we have been unable to hold our annual picnic, but hope to do so in the near future (D.V.).

Our readers may have heard of a very old man of the Evelyn tribe, whose name was Cara. A few weeks ago we laid him to rest. Af ter a short illness he passed away to be with the Lord, and it was my privilege to be with him to the end. The papers say he was 102 years old. Another of our Herberton Christians is a great sufferer with asthma. I ask that he may be remembered at the Throne of Grace. Jimmy has always been so patient in his sufferings. W e have recently lost one of our Christians from Herberton who left to work in another district.

— L . Weston.

EIDSVOLD. This report is being written at Torquay, where

we are enjoying a rest after a time of sickness. W e do praise God for making it possible. We are much in prayer for the Eidsvold people and work, which we have left for a while. Although not among them, we can still intercede for them.

W e thank God for the opportunity of contacting two men from our out-station, Camboon, who are in hospital, one suffering from dengue, and the other badly hurt when a horse fell with him. The latter went out before we came away, and is attending every day for treatment. The former is well on the way to recovery.

It has been our privilege also to minister to a white man in hospital, who has been given a few months to live. W e pray that the life-giving Word given to them may be received by them to the salvation of their souls.

— H . and M. Wilson. WOORABINDA.

In common with other stations on our field, we are busy with students for the A. I .M. Scripture examination, to be held on the 1st May.

An Intermediate Society of Christian Endeavour has been formed and we are happy to say it has a growing membership.

Several young people came out for the Lord on the last Sunday in March. Four of these were among the many men of Woorabinda who have gone away to gather peanuts in the Kingaroy district. W e miss two of the Christian leaders especially, but Brother Paddy Flynn is still able to stand by us in the work, and several women are a great help. One has taken a class in the Sunday School, and a man of the Cape Bedford group has consented to teach also.

Miss Carten is encouraged by new members at nearly every meeting of the Women's Double A . Double M.

Miss Rosan expects to leave for Rockhampton on 29th March, to spend a short holiday with Christian friends of that city.

—F. M. Beasley.

NORTHERN TERRITORY

NEWCASTLE WATERS. Mr. Thomas writes of his return to Newcastle

Waters:— "Here we are home again! and partly back to

work again. On Sunday night and again last night I went to the Camp for meetings, and had two very good ones. Quite a number have told me how glad they are that we are back. I spoke to a group of women and told them I would be bringing Mrs. Thomas, and there was silence until I added, "and the baby," when everyone seemed to come to life and chatter and nudge one another. W e pray that our little son will bring blessing to us and all concerned. There are a good number of people on the Camp, some of whom are from Powell's Creek. All about us is now green grass. The country looks well, and a contrast to the dryness of Tennant Creek, and we are appreciating plenty of rain water."

NEW SOUTH WALES

W A L C H A . Our Director's visit, to which we have been long

looking forward, has at last come to pass. Mrs. Long arrived on Friday, 26th March, and left us again on the 30th. We were sorry her stay was not longer. On Sunday we had the privilege of her presence on the Reserve, when she conducted the morning and evening services and visited the people in their homes.

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ing in for us in his car to take us out to the Reserve —the action being particularly appreciated as on low petrol ration he can only come in with his wife to their home twice a month from the station on which they work, 27 miles out from Walcha. As we were about to start on the long hilly walk home, Mr. Bugg, another of our men, sent us word that, as he and his wife were going to town to the doctor with their little boy, he would give us all —which included also Mrs. Weymouth and Ruth— a lift home. W e greatly enjoyed Mrs. Long's visit and hope she will come again soon.

OUT-STATION PICNICS IN THE W A L C H A DISTRICT. Armidale, Uralla, Woolbrook and Ingaiba.

A t our last visit to Armidale we had the pleasure of having Mr. and Mrs. Manuel, with some of the Endeavourers, at our afternoon meeting, and also my wife and Ruth, as they were in Armidale with friends for a few days.

A t Uralla we had the help of Miss Spicer in getting the things needed and in cutting up the sandwiches, which, with cake and bun-loaf and a few lollies, were done up into six cr seven parcels and then taken to the homes. Where able we had Bible reading and prayer. One of the mothers gave me 4 / - to put in the collection at Walcha the following Sunday.

I delayed a day to call on some friends at Wol-lun, and enjoyed the break with them, being able to help a little with the sheep and go on horseback with Mr. Lisle to take them to a distant paddock.

A t Woolbrook on Wednesday, with Mrs. Towney's help, we got the sandwiches ready, and then, after school, all gathered at a delightful spot on the bank of the MacDonald River, and, after a short meeting and Bible story, we enjoyed that which had been made possible by the gifts of friends. We have now completed our round of picnics.

The visit to Ingaiba this month (12/3/43) was also a happy one. As far as I know, all there were present at the meetings for the children and adults. W e hope that very soon a school teacher will be provided for the school out there, as the children are greatly handicapped in this direction.

— H . B. Weymouth.

FINGAL HEAD. We have pulled down the old church building,

and at last the new one has been started, as we

There is a place where thou canst touch the eyes of blinded men to instant perfect sight;

There is a place where thou canst say, "Ar ise!" to dying captives, bound in chains of night;

There is a place where thou canst reach the store of hoarded gold and free it for the Lord;

There is a place—upon some distant shore—where thou canst send the worker or the W o r d ;

There is a place where heaven's resistless power responsive moves to thine insistent plea;

There is a place—a silent trysting hour—where God Himself descends and fights for thee.

Where is that blessed place—dost thou ask, "Where?"

O soul, it is the secret place of prayer.

—Adelaide A. Pollard.

put the big high stumps in their positions on Saturday last. W e are still waiting for the last load of timber to arrive from the mill. W e have had several gifts for the church materials from the people. The services held in the Mission House have been well attended; as many as 50 at some Gospel services. Most of the sick folk are well again, but Mrs. Napier Paulson has been taken to-day to Brisbane Hospital. The Sunday School and C.E. meetings are well attended after all the sickness.

—W.R.R.

DUBBO.

Our First A .A .M .M. Anniversary.

We were very pleased this month to have a visit from our Director. I am afraid she had a very rushed few days, visiting our people of Dubbo and Talbragar, going with us to all the meetings, and also to the school scripture lesson. Our people were all pleased to see her, and some of them remembered her as far back as 24 years ago, who had not seen her since that time.

Yesterday we held the first anniversary of our Dubbo branch of the A .A .M .M. The women had prepared very carefully, and a very nice afternoon tea was served—cakes, scones, sandwiches in abundance, and plenty of tea, some having four cups, but, of course, anyone who has been in Dubbo in the summer will know the need there is for cups of tea. The President presided very nicely; the first part of meeting was devotional with a short


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message and three hymns, and it was good to hear those women sing. Then a happy time was spent in puzzling out a competition on "things in the kitchen," for which some prizes were given. Afterwards the table was carried in with the good things to eat upon it. When the President and Secretary and Treasurer had read their reports the one candle was lit and knife put in the birthday cake (which was made by the Missionary, with ingredients supplied by the officers), and all sang a little birthday song and wished each other a "happy birthday." Then, greetings were read from Mrs. Long, and a parcel of needful sewing items opened, sent by her; then greetings were given by the President of the Talbragar branch, ending with: "And we hope to see you all at our anniversary soon." It was a really delightful afternoon. We were pleased to have women from all our centres, West, East, North, Town, River Bank, and Talbragar.

The Missionary is rejoicing in a car which was purchased by kind friends at Narromine, they having sold their old car and donated the proceeds to this one. This is a need fulfilled, and all who have helped in prayer will be glad with me. It will enable the district to be worked much more regu-arly.

—F. M. Abbot t .

C O W R A . It is a great joy to have our Associate Worker,

Mr. Buchanan, back with us again after an absence of a few months, owing to sickness. The children especially gave him a hearty welcome, as they do appreciate his messages at the Sunday morning service.

Then, we are glad to welcome Miss C. Ellis, B.A., as a teacher in our Sunday School, and thank God for this definite answer to prayer, as we were so in need of teachers. The children are keen on the Scripture examination lessons, and are endeavouring to put their best into their studies.

Our children are a great encouragement and it was good to hear that their fame as "chorus singers" had reached the ears of a Methodist minister in a distant town.

It was a joy to see an increase in numbers at Sunday night's service, especially of the menfolk, and we do believe the Spirit of God is working in our midst. May He continue to bless our work and witness on Erambie.

Psalm 121; 1-2. — N . Bellinger.

IN AND OUT OF QUEENSLAND FROM BOGGABILLA.

This month (March) we have had the pleasure of visiting Moree and Mungindi, N.S.W., and a tour of our Queensland out-stations.

A t Moree we were the guests of the Messrs. Stretton in the caravan they have built so perse-veringly and ingeniously, and were greatly impressed with the way in which the Lord has so wonderfully supplied their every need. We had the pleasure of assisting in two lantern services while there. On March 5th we accompanied them in the caravan to Mungindi, where lantern services were conducted, both on the dark people's camp and in the B.C.A. Hostel for white children. What a joy to see many souls accept the Saviour in both places!

On Thursday, 11th March, Mrs. Watson returned to Boggabilla, having a service at Moree en route, and I accompanied the Strettons to St. George.

The Lord wonderfully caused our petrol to keep us going until we'd just arrived at a suitable spot on the Balonne River, St. George. When passing through Thallon we had the joy of seeing a dark lady there come to the Saviour.

A t St. George we held another lantern service, after which three (including a white boy) accepted the Lord. Others also made the great decision later. On the following Monday I returned (alone) to Talwood by service car and rail motor.

A t a cottage meeting there that night the angels again rejoiced in the new birth of four dear children. I was shown much kindness in Talwood by our own people and white alike. After a rough bike-ride the following morning I arrived at Toobeah, where I had a short cottage meeting and lunch before entraining to Goondiwindi, whence, after a little necessary shopping, I had an uneventful bike-ride home to Boggabilla, having been away a fortnight in all. It was rather strenuous for a "holiday," but a time of great blessing, nevertheless.

Mrs. Knox, our Native Worker, faithfully carried on the work here in Boggabilla during our absence.

I have commenced a baptism class here on Friday afternoons. Two attended the first meeting, but we are expecting more to subsequent meetings.

Next Sunday, 28th March, we hope (D.V.) to hold our Harvest Festival.

We are, at present, busily preparing for the forthcoming S.S. examination, and have been much encouraged by the children's enthusiastic interest.

— L . W . Watson.


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M O O N A H C U L L A H .

W e have been conscious of the many prayers that have ascended to the throne of Grace on our behalf, and praise the Lord that He hears and answers.

An unusual farewell was arranged by the people for Miss Irons, and took the form of a picnic on the river bank, everyone on the station being present. Games and racing were indulged in, and a happy afternoon was enjoyed by all, followed by a song service in the church at night.

W e were delighted to have a visit f rom Miss Presnell, which was an encouragement and inspiration to all. A t one of her services a dear little baby was dedicated to the Lord.

Our A . A . M . M , meetings give us cause to rejoice with every woman on the station attending regularly.

An excellent attendance is maintained at the children's meetings, interest being very keen.

W e have cause to rejoice in the work among the women and children, but much prayer is needed for our men, several of whom, we believe, are under the strivings of the Spirit of God . One man has been seen at church for the first time in ten years.

During Miss Presnell's visit we had the joy of seeing one young married woman come to the Lord and another restored to Him.

— A . Atkins.

CONDOBOLIN .

W e are passing through a very dry season. Everything is parched and thirsty, and everybody is looking and longing for rain.

W e are also looking for "Showers of Blessing" on our work. W e thank God for the promise, and we believe the "Showers" will come. "Mercy drops" round us are falling, but for the "Showers" we plead.

On Sunday night we had an open air service on the Reserve. The singing was hearty and the message and testimonies helpful. A friend from the town was very happy to join us; her solos and testimony were helpful to all.

I t is good to have Mr. and Mrs. Cormier with us; their influence should be a help to others, and may their stay here be a blessing to them.

W e were pleased to give a "welcome home" to Mr. Cecil Grant (formerly a Native Worker here), after two years abroad in the A.I.F. The church was filled to overflowing for the occasion. It was interesting to hear Mr. Grant tell of his visit to

the Holy Land, and he sang as a solo "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross." He has gone away; we may see him again before he finally leaves for active service. May God bless and protect him, and bring him back in His own time to be a true "Soldier of the Cross."

W e wish to thank the Sydney Ladies' Auxiliary for their kind gif t of groceries, and the Young Women's Movement for stamps and cottons, etc., for our A . A . M . M . W e thank the Lord for all who help by their prayers and their gifts.

— E . Goulter.

BREWARRINA.

"And let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not." Gal . 6:9.

How this Scripture has strengthened us since our arrival here, on 26th December, 1942, for the enemy of souls has been busy in his work of d e struction and " I had fainted unless I had believed," at times feeling as Paul in "perils among false brethren." Praise the Lord! for now we feel assured that there is a change in the spiritual world here, and we give God the glory.

A windstorm that swept through here has done a little damage, even taking a part of one side and the roof off the Church. This has been, and is, a challenge to all. "This house lieth waste," God said by His servant Haggai, "bui ld the house, and I will take pleasure in i t . "

Yesterday we lost one of our dear old Christian men. Our loss was Heaven's gain, and we laid the body away the same evening. The absence of the heathen mourning was noticed by all, the Government Manager remarking that it was easy to see that i t was a Christian burial—not as "others who have no hope." My wife sang, "Sleep on Beloved, Sleep and Take Thy Rest."

To catch up with the Sunday School lessons for the examination that the children have missed, we are going to have a Tuesday night meeting for them. W e are planning a t r ip soon out around our out-stations. Our old bike was about done, but the Lord provided another, cheap, just at the right t ime.

We have had many tokens of His care and love, and will press on and— "I f the way darkens or storms gather o'er,

I'll simply look upward and trust Him the more." — D . Ferguson.

MENINDEE.

In this corner of the vineyard i t is very quiet. Like many other stations, our people are much in

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The Director's birthday, Apri l 5, fell this year on the date of our monthly Federal Council meeting, and the occasion was celebrated by a special tea in the office, when all the members of the Council were present except Mr. L. Scott, who was away on holidays, to which were added Mr. Harris and Miss Acland.

A beautiful sheaf of gladioli and deep red roses was presented to Mrs. Long on behalf of the Council by Mr. W . E. Porter, Vice-President. He spoke of the

happy associations of the Council with its Director through many years, and wished Mrs. Long every blessing and many more years of service in the work to which she had given her life. He also read a letter received by Miss Swane, from Miss Campbell on behalf of the Missionaries on the field, speaking in warm appreciation of their Director's understanding and sympathy in their joys and trials and at all times in their work. Mrs. Long responded, thanking all for their good wishes and love and fellowship, giving thanks to

God for such a loyal, able, faithful Council, its support meaning more to her than she could ever express. A season of prayer for the work followed.

During the Council's subsequent business session a crowning birthday joy came to Mrs. Long in the acceptance of her youngest son, Egerton C. Long, and his wife, whose application papers have been under consideration, as Missionaries of the A.I.M., and prayer was offered that the Lord will graciously make possible their early return to Australia.

MISS PRESNELL VISITS M O O N A H CULLAH.

I have just returned from twelve days' visit to Moonah Cullah, where I spent a very happy time of fellowship with Miss Atkins, our Missionary; and our dear people. When I arrived a number of the school children had gathered to welcome me. They sang a chorus very sweetly. The manager and matron were very friendly and helpful in every way possible. Many of the people are away fruit-picking in the Swan Hill district. Still, the meetings were very encouraging. A t the A .A .M .M, meeting, every woman was present except one, and she was sick. Each morning there are the faithful few at the prayer meeting. Almost every child attends Sunday School. The Kinders. are so numerous and lively. There is no hope of going to sleep. They are a happy lot. During my visit there was one restoration and one young married woman accepted the Lord as Saviour. To Him be all the glory.

I came away cheered by what I had seen of the work there; and feeling it was well worth-while to have gone. Miss Williams held the fort at Cumera during my absence, assisted by our Native Worker. Many of our people are still away. W e shall be glad when they return from the fruit-picking.

Our car is not yet on the road owing to the petrol hold-up. W e trust i t will soon be settled. There are numbers of our dark people scattered on different charcoal retorts in the district. W e shall then be enabled to visit them.

"Behold the Lord's hand is not shortened; neither is His ear heavy that He cannot hear," and so we take courage and press on.

— C . Presnell.

FROM DUBBO TO PEAK HILL.

It was a very great pleasure to have a visit from our Director, Mrs. Long, at Dubbo this month, and to have her counsel and advice right on the spot of our activities here. W e were able to take her to the main points and meeting places, East, West, and Central Dubbo, and to Talbragar, and our people enjoyed meeting her and we greatly enjoyed her fellowship in the home and along the way.

On Friday, March 19th, following Mrs. Long's visit, the journey was made to Narromine, and i t was a pleasure to spend a night at the home of our friends, Mr. and Mrs. E. Warren. Next day the homes of our dark people were visited and the message given and a little meeting held at Mrs. Jack Reid's.

Then the journey was resumed. Peak Hill was reached late in the afternoon, and the week-end spent among our people there. Homes were visited, Sunday School, and evening meetings held, from which we trust there will be fruit in the days to come. One dear mother professed faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, and we trust He will become more real to her each day.

The return journey was made on Tuesday, and a happy time spent with our Dubbo A . A . M . M . (Women's Branch) at their first anniversary, on Wednesday, 24th.

—M. Campbell.

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THE START BY CARAVAN FOR TENNANT CREEK.

The Messrs. R. and E. Stretton were farewelled at Moree early in March and left in their caravan on the 5th on the first stage of their journey to the Northern Territory.

When in Sydney at the beginning of the year the Lord graciously supplied our brethren with many useful things through His people. A t the Quarterly Meeting, in February, Mr. Stretton was specially rejoicing in the acquisition of a lantern and slides. First of all, £15 was given to him to purchase one. It was considered almost impossible to procure a lantern under present conditions, but once more the Lord showed His unshortened arm, and a suitable one was procured and, with the help of Mr. W . E. Jones, a couple of sets of slides—one of places and people at which and with whom Mr. R. Stretton has worked during his fourteen years' association with the A.I.M., and another of the Life of Christ.

The farewell meetings at Moree took the form of lantern views and talks, and once more the blessed Gospel story was proclaimed.

A t the close of the E. Moree lantern meeting one of our women —Mrs. Dillon, a dear Sister in the Lord who has steadily grown in grace, gave her battery, for which she recently paid £5, for use with her wireless, to the Messrs. Stretton as a gif t to the Lord for the lantern. She had been a tower of strength to our Missionaries since she came right out for the Lord.

As mentioned elsewhere, as Mr. and Mrs. Watson were setting out to visit their out-stations, Mr. Stretton gladly took them forward with them on the caravan..

An account of this first stage of the journey, including the farewell meetings at Moree, has been sent to us by Mr. and Mrs. Wat son, and appears on page 13.

The supply of petrol available took the caravan to the end of the first planned stopping place of the journey—St..George. Just as it reached a suitable camping spot on the Ballonne River, the petrol supply was exhausted.

SNAPSHOTS FROM WOORABINDA.

A curlew has just wailed almost at our door—what an eerie cry is theirs!

It reminded me of the sad burial service which I conducted this afternoon at Woorabinda. It was a great strain, really.

The people were not known to us, but they had asked for the Missionary to bury their child.

The wailing and noisy crying were very disturbing — and were in marked contrast to the quietness and reverence of the Cape Bedford funeral which had just been conducted by one of their own men. The elderly mother had a blood-bespattered rag draped about her head. She had gashed herself in her grief in the "old way," and had to be kept by force from throwing herself into the grave. During the singing of a hymn verse, I was obliged to step back and try to quieten her, so that we might proceed with the service. Poor souls! These people are some who never come to church, and they certainly seem to sorrow "without hope." W e sought to point them to the Lord Jesus. Whom we have proved to be the " G o d of all comfort."

— F . M. Beasley.

SOMEWHERE IN AUSTRALIA.

"Members of the U.S.A. Forces with their Chaplain have been enjoying fellowship with our Missionaries and people, and have gathered at the Lord's Table with us and our coloured brethren. W e had the pleasure of entertaining the Chaplain for an afternoon at the Mission."

Another of our Missionaries writes:—

" W e conducted the evening service in the Methodist Church for the A.I.F., and what happy, wonderful Christians we meet amongst them. W e both stayed on last week and held a Bible Study Class in the same church, and what a time of refreshing from the presence of the Lord it was!"

GENERAL NEWS Continued

Miss J . PROCTER reached Tasmania safely, having gone on leave for health reasons, and hopes to benefit by the change to her home State.

Miss LEILA BURNS, until recently President of the Brisbane Young Women's Movement, having returned to Sydney, was welcomed back to the Sydney Y .W.M, at its last meeting.

The erection of the New Church building at Fingal, Tweed Heads, has been commenced, and the Lord's help is specially sought at this time, as our men, like all others, are busily engaged. Mr. Will iam Yettica is giving all the help in his power, and we trust, in due time, the building will be opened to the glory of God .

Mr. and Mrs. WEYMOUTH, who have been looking to the Lord for the supply of a conveyance to enable them to more fully meet the need of their district, have had £20 offered them by an anonymous Tasmanian friend, and have a further £7 /10 / - in hand.


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The Lantern at Work in Moree and Along the Way.

"How much is it to go in, Mr. Stretton?" An eager enquiry came from a young boy, as preparations were afoot to commence the first lantern service with our dark folk at Moree Reserve.

"It 's free, like salvation," came the ready response.

Mrs. Cutmore's clothesline furnished an ideal support for the sheet, and the back of the truck, that had transported interested friends of the Mission, now became the operator's table supporting batteries and lantern, and the organist found a comfortable seat on the running board. Best of all was the large crowd of children and adults in whose hearts the Lord had awakened an interest in the telling of the old, old story through eye-gate —a way that never fails to attract.

Prayer was offered that the Lord would bless. Surely the answer is given—"exceedingly abundantly." The first pictured our Mission folk at other places—Goolagong, Cowra and Darlington Point, where Mr. R. Stretton had previously worked— naturally of interest to their own people, and helpful in creating a friendly atmosphere in which in a natural way could be recounted the story of how this or that one simply accepted the Lord Jesus.

How could the spectator, knowing something of the Missionary adventures of Messrs. Stretton, fail t o realise the great things the Lord has done as he saw the inescapable evidence in the mechanical miracles of the various engines and car bodies He has provided for His own work.

A t a similar service held for the East Camp people on the latter evening, a new set of twelve coloured slides depicted the story of the infant Moses. One can appreciate the impression made on children having previously heard and perhaps played the story. Now it became a reality. Next t ime it is heard the memory of the pictures will be awakened to strengthen the grasp of the facts thus assimilated.

A t both services the Life of our Lord was portrayed. Listeners followed Him from His presentation in the Temple, through His baptism, temptation and ministry, recalling amongst other incidents now His unforgettable talk with the Samaritan

woman and again His marvellous power over death when the young man was restored to the widowed mother. Sympathy was audibly expressed as they surveyed the passion of our Lord, listening to the life-giving Word, "He did it for me." The empty tomb taught that it is a living Saviour who stands at the door of their hearts and knocks.

May the Holy Spirit continue to use the words sung at the close: "What can wash away my stain? Nothing but the blood of Jesus." Perhaps as the Lord looked into the hearts of some, the angels joined in the Doxology which brought the meeting to a close.

MUNGINDI .

"The Lord hath done great things . . . whereof we are glad!" W e have truly rejoiced in His presence as we have thought on the thirty-one decisions that we have witnessed in this place.

Fifteen were made on the camp on the night of Sunday, 7th December, the lantern service being held there, as at Moree, on the following Wednesday. On the following night fifteen young people, amongst a company of white children at the Bush Church Aid Hostel, accepted the Lord as their Saviour, at the close of another lantern service made possible through the sympathetic interest of Miss Cheers, whose patient sowing was in the cases of some earnest young ones rewarded in the reaping of a precious harvest.

Wi th what joy we afterwards gathered round the supper table, having meat to eat that the world knows not of. Before we left Mungindi, the Lord gave us the final joy of hearing a young man, who had been present at both lantern services, make the great decision.

ST. GEORGE. QUEENSLAND.'—"He never fai leth." This promise was again fulfilled at our lantern service on the front verandah at Mrs. Waters' place. Quite a number of dark people and little white friends assembled in eager expectancy. On this occasion, only the Bible pictures were shown, as the Messrs. Stretton hope to give another lantern service here later (D.V.).

The Lord richly blessed again, three souls (one a white boy), making a stand. Hallelujah!


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FOR OUR WORKERS

Resurrection Thoughts By C. C. DOBSON.

It may be as well to summarise some of the main reasons for placing so much emphasis on the fact of the Resurrection.

(I) It proves that Jesus was what He claimed to be—the Son of God . (2) It proves that God accepted His life and death as the atonement for sin. (3) It gives the assurance that there is life beyond the grave for all, for Christ was the first fruits of them that slept. (4) It proves the Bible to be the Word of God, written at the hand of inspired agents, for it foretold His Resurrection. (5) It provides us with a picture of the nature of the Resurrection body.

W e may see in the great stone blocking the entrance, and thus preventing the attainment of a knowledge of the risen glory of Christ, but yet miraculously l i fted, and so completely removed, that none should replace it—we may see in i t a picture of besetting sin, which prevents the attainment of the knowledge of salvation, but a sin which divine power can so completely remove out of the life that earthly power cannot replace it, in spite of all Satan's efforts, like those of the Elders, to maintain i t in position.

We may recognise in the grave-clothes an emblem of man's fallen human nature, which enshrouds him and prevents the development of spiritual l i fe; and the Risen Lord, Who passed through them, can give the same triumph over the cerements of fallen nature.

W e are reminded by the fact that the Risen Master passed through the rock-bound cavern, though closed and sealed, by reason of the resurrection glory of His immortalised body, that we, too, on the day of resurrection will need no grave-digger to set us free.

Finally, we may glory in the knowledge that, even as we shall one day see the same Jesus still maintaining His old identity, and wearing as badges of honour the marks of His suffering, we also may hope to attain to an immortalised, glorified body, no longer subject to mortal laws, yet bearing the identity of the old.

As we contemplate the wonder of the whole story, let us, conscious of that living Presence, with Mary fall at His feet, knowing ourselves unworthy to stand before Him.

(Editorial Concluded from page 3.)

As mentioned in the report, we were greatly helped on Sunday by the kindness of two of our men in driving us out and back from the Reserve. A Saturday walk through the town with Mrs. Weymouth gave the opportunity of meeting a number of our people, which was a mutual pleasure. Many enquiries were made regarding previous Missionaries who, through the years, have served their Lord at Walcha.

Walcha is a centre, and from it Mr. Weymouth sets out to minister to his people. One journey takes him to Armidale, Uralla and Woolbrook, and the other one to Ingaiba. Our brother has greatly improved the Mission House. By arrangement with the landlord, he has painstakingly painted the inside of the rooms, and added other improvements, which, with their bright new floor coverings and other furniture, they have set up a nice little home. It is about three-quarters of a mile from the town on a hillside, and the scene from the Mission House and the delightful air of this beautiful mountain country was a tonic indeed to me. Our time of helpful fellowship came all too quickly to an end, and I came away with Walcha and its Missionaries laid afresh on my heart.

BEFORE me as I write on the verandah of our new home for the Native Workers' Training

College, Dalwood, are the beautiful farms of the Hunter River Valley. The river runs along at the foot of the rise on which the House is built; cattle are grazing on the opposite hillside, and beautiful green growth on the tilled land between adds to a delightful picture on this beautiful autumn morning.

The removal from Pindimar was a big undertaking for the removalist. Mr. Collins had to accompany him to the main road, six miles, and cut down trees along the track to allow of the passage of the highly loaded lorry. Mr. and Mrs. Collins, David and Mr. John Quinn who went to Pindimar to assist in the undertaking, followed with the College truck, also well loaded, and "still there's more to follow!" This was a fortnight ago (March 25). Already the house is straight, but there is much to do yet in adjustment and adaptation of the house to its new use. Mr.Quinn has been giving special attention to vegetable planting. The new plots look well and the yield, with God's blessing, will be a happy memory of this fine young worker.

The new home is now about ready for the reception of students. The new address is Pindimar Training College, Dalwood, N.S.W.


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Aborigines Inland Mission of Australia Headquarters: 242 PITT STREET, SYDNEY, N.S.W., AUSTRALIA Postal Address: A.I.M., Box 13, P.O., Queen Victoria Building, Sydney, N.S.W.

FIELD COUNCIL,. Director, Mrs. Long; Secretary and Treasurer, Mr. R. T. Harris; Messrs. E. Buckley, W. A. Long, I. Thomas; Misses M. Acland,

M. Campbell, M. Shankelton.

FEDERAL, ADVISORY COUNCIL., SYDNEY, N.S.W.—Meets 1st Monday of each month. President, The Director; Vice-Presidents, Messrs. W. E. Porter, M.A.. L. Scott; Hon. Secretary, Miss F. Swane; Hon. Treasurer,

Mr. A. L. Perry; Rev. A. L. Leeder; Messrs. N. M. Leeder, B.A.; H. G. Harward, R. J. Henderson, W. D. Smith; G. Blacket, J. A. Evans, W. Hufton, R. Hind, Mrs. Small and Miss Spencer; P

Medical Adviser, Dr. A. M. Mcintosh.

QUEENSLAND ADVISORY EXECUTIVE: Hon. Secretary, Mr. G. E. Lean, Deloraine Street, Wavell Heights, N.E.3 ('Phone MY 6708) ; Hon. Treasurer, Miss E. Under

wood, The Pharmacy, Lutwyche, and Mrs. G. Lean.

VICTORIAN ADVISORY COUNCIL: President, Rev. G. F. Dyson; Vice-President, Rev. G. McLaren; Hon. Secretary, Mr. W. W. Robinson. 52 Price St., Essendon,

W.5; Hon. Treasurer, Mr. J. Leitch; Messrs. H. L. Darch and W. L. Stirling; Mrs. Leitch and Miss V. Robinson.

TASMANIAN ADVISORY COUNCIL.—Meets 2nd Monday of each month. President: Rev. J. H. Price; Vice-Presidents, Rev. E. Roberts Thomson. Mr. R. C. Procter; Hon. Secretary, Mrs. H. Wey

mouth, 4 Summer Hill St., West Hobart; Hon. Treasurer, Miss E. L. Weymouth; Mr. and Mrs. Tate; and Miss D. Allen.

SOUTH AUSTRALIA.

ADELAIDE AUXILIARY: President, Mr. Wichert (phone. M769I); Vice-President, Rev. J. Kilmartin; Secretary and Treasurer, Mrs. C. Baker, 108 Hawker Avenue, Croydon ('phone L4786).

AUXILIARIES AND THEIR HONORARY SECRETARIES:

NEW SOUTH WALES: QUEENSLAND: Sydney Ladies Auxiliary: Miss M. E. McAulay, A.I.M.

Office. . . . . Brisbane Ladies' Auxiliary: Mrs. Thoday, Verner Road, Young Women's Movement: Miss J. Pidcock. A.I.M. Office. Annerley, South Brisbane.

Men's Movement: Mr. Wotherspoon, A.I.M. Office. Young Women's Movement: Miss E. Cash, Southpine Rd., Newcastle Ladies' Auxiliary: Mrs. W. Gibbins, 178 Mait- Toowoomba: Miss Lamont, 11 Grenier Street.

land Road, Islington. Kulgun-Kalbar: Mrs. B. Huth, Kulgun. VICTORIA: Townsville: Rev. B. Hohnke, 183 Bundock St., West End.

Melbourne Ladies' Auxiliary: Secretary, Mrs. Stoneham, TASMANIA Victoria Street, Sunshine, W20. TASMANIA Young Women's Movement: Miss H. Davey, 139 Victoria Launceston: Miss E. Hall, Hart Street, Newstead. Parade, Fitzroy, N.6. WESTERN AUSTRALIA:

Ballarat: Mr. J. E. A. Thomas, Smythes Creek P.O. Perth: Mrs. A. Wingrove, Cnr. Edinboro' and Robert Geelong W.: Mrs. E. Butt, 144 Hope Street. Streets, Osborne Park, Perth.

OVERSEAS REPRESENTATIVES:

GREAT BRITAIN: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA: Mr. W. Barrett, 23 The Dale, Sheffield, 8. Isle of Man: Miss D. Cubbon, Awyn Beg. Rev. E. C. Long, 1510 Francis St., Jackson, Michigan, U.S.A.

Ballafesson, Port Erin.

MENINDEE (continued from page 10) social evening and send-off from the Government officials, and a gif t from them.

demand for all kinds of work. Quite a few, with Not many weeks ago Miss Procter had the joy their families as well, are grape-picking. of leading one dear woman to the Lord. Most of

. . . the adults here are handicapped in that they can-W e were all very sorry to say good-bye to dear

not read the Word for themselves. Miss Procter, who has left us after nearly three years' faithful service at Menindee. We all wish her W e have much for which to praise the Lord, much joy, blessing and refreshment in Tasmania, "Ebenezer. Hitherto hath the Lord helped us." and a speedy return. Miss Procter was given a E. M. Tyler.

Published by the Aborigines' Inland Mission of Australia, and Printed by H. C. Gowans, 286 Sussex Street Sydney N.S.W. Tel.: M 2280. '


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A.I.M. FIELD DIRECTORY Apr 17, 1943

Headquarters Addresses:

Director: Mrs. Retta Long, 62 Johnson Street, Chatswood, N.S.W. Phone: JA5622.

Miss M. Acland, 8 Hudson Street, Lewisham, N.S.W. Mr. and Mrs. R. T. Harris, Parcel Agents, 274 Mowbray

Road, Chatswood, N.S.W. Mr. and Mrs. G. Blacket (A .Ws) , 57 Boulevarde,

Lewisham, N.S.W. Victorian Deputationists and Parcel Agents:

Mr. and Mrs. J. Leitch (A.Ws. ) , 740 Burwood Rd., Upper Hawthorn, E.3.

NEW SOUTH WALES:

PINDIMAR NATIVE WORKERS' TRAINING COLLEGE, Dalwood. N.S.W. Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Collins,

SINGLETON: Vacant. KARUAH:

Mr. and Mrs. F. Dates (N.Ws.). Mrs. W. Brown (A.W.), 14 Roslyn Ave., Islington.

WALCHA. Armidale, Uralla, Woolbrook, Kentucky Creek, Ingaiba:

Mr. and Mrs. H. Weymouth, Angle Street, Walcha. LONG GULLY (Tingha), Strathbogie, Ashford, Bundarra:

Mr. and Mrs. R. Flood (on leave). Mr. Fred. Barber, Mrs. Blair (N.Ws.).

BOGGABILLA, Mungindi, Boomi, Toobeah, Tallwood, Nindigully. Neeworra:

Mr. and Mrs. L. Watson, Boggabilla. Mr. John Knox (N.W.), A.I.F., prisoner of war. Mrs. John Knox (N.W.).

MOREE, Terry Hie Hie: Messrs. R. & E. Stretton (A.Ws.), A.I.M. Office:

PILLIGA: Mr. and Mrs. W. Naden (N.Ws.).

WALGETT, Quambone, Wee Waa, Narrabri, Bourke, Collarenebri, Angledool:

Mr. and Mrs. Whitehouse (A.Ws.). FINGAL HEAD, Beaudesert (Q.), Eurekabah, Tabulam,

Dry Dock, Cudgen, Parry's Estate, Cobaki Road: Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Robbins, Fingal Head, Tweed River. Mrs. and Miss Forbes (A.Ws.), Mr. W. Slatter, Graf

ton (A.W.); Mrs. J. Paulson (N.W.). BILLINUDGEL:

Mr. L. Browning (N.W.). DUBBO, Warren, Narromine, Dandaloo:

Miss M. Campbell, Miss F. Abbott, 29 Edwin St.. Dubbo. Mr. R. Waterloo (N.W.).

TALBRAGAR: Miss Campbell and Miss Abbott.

PEAK HILL: Mr. & Mrs. C. Bennett (A.Ws.). Euchie St., Peak Hill.

BREWARRINA, Dennawan, Weilmoringle, Goodooga: Mr. and Mrs. Duncan Ferguson (N.Ws.).

Mr. Herbert Marsh (N.W.). KATOOMBA:

Mr. and Mrs. Horsburgh (A.Ws.) SYDNEY CITY WORK (Redfern-Alexandria) :

Miss M. Acland, COWRA, The Rocks, Noonbinna, Goolagong:

Miss N. Bellinger, Miss H. Brown (N.W.), c /o Erambie Station, West Cowra.

Mr. W. Wilson, Mr. J. Buchanan (A.Ws.). Mr. J. Simpson, Mr. and Mrs. Lindsay Grant, Mr. A.

Williams (N.Ws.). CONDOBOLIN. Euabolong, Murie:

Mr. A C. Sc Miss E. Goulter, Orange St., Condobolin. Mr. G. Barlow. Mr. C. Grant. A.I.F. (N.Ws.). Mr. and Mrs. G. Cormier (N.Ws.).

MENINDEE, Wilcannia, White Cliffs: Miss J. Procter, Miss E. Tyler, Menindee.

BROKEN HILL: Mrs. Harvey (A.W.).

YASS, North Yass, Brungle, Narrandera: Mr. and Mrs. E. Jakes, 82 Meehan St.. Yass. Mr. & Mrs. J. C. Armstrong (A.Ws.), Murrumbateman.

PUDMAN: Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Southwell (A.Ws.).

DARLINGTON POINT: Mr. John Swift, Mr. and Mrs. Clancy Charles (N.Ws.)

BALRANALD, Moul amein, Lake Boga, Trescoe, Kyalite: Miss W. Ayling, Balranald.

MOONAH CULLAH, Deniliquin, Barham: Miss A. Atkins, Moonah Cullah, via Deniliquin.

CUMMERAGUNJA: Miss C. Presnell, Miss S. Williams, Barmah Township

via Picola, Victoria. Mr. and Mrs. J. Heland (N.Ws.).

VICTORIA:

BARMAH: Miss C. Presnell, Miss S. Williams.

SHEPPARTON- MOOROOPNA: Mr. J. A. Collins.

LAKE BOGA: Mr. & Mrs. Macnaughton (A.Ws.), The Doon, Lake Boga.

QUEENSLAND:

NORMANTON, Croydon, Gregory: Mr. K. Colley, Normanton. Nipper (N.W.).

HERBERTON, The Springs, Mareeba, Milanda, Chillago: Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Weston, Herberton.

RAVENSHOE, Millaa Millaa: Mr. L. Delves (A.W.), and Mr. and Mrs. Weston.

PALM ISLAND, Fantome Island, Lazaret: Mr. and Mrs. E. Buckley, Private Bag, Palm Is., via

Townsville. Native Pastor Dan Kyle and Mrs. Kyle, W. Cor

bitt (N.W.). WOORABINDA, Baralaba, Springsure:

Miss F. M. Beasley, Miss F. Rosan, Miss L. Carten (N.W.), Perch Creek, via Duaringa.

Paddy Flynn, George Cross (N.Ws.). SAND HILLS (Rockhampton) :

Mr. and Mrs. J. Oakrnan (A.Ws.), Sand Hills. EIDSVOLD, Cracow, Hawkwood, Camboon, Monto, Mun

dubbera: Mr. and Mrs. H. Wilson, Eidsvold.

GAYNDAH, Ban Ban Springs: Mr. Rose and Mr. Davison (A.Ws.) ; Mrs. Scott, Pialba

(A.W.). BIGGENDEN:

Mrs. J. Ruddell (A.W.). CHERBOURG:

Miss A. Cavanagh, Mr. and Mrs. K. Bowen, Box 9, Murgon.

Mr. and Mrs. N. Smythe (A.Ws.), Pastor Avery (Chaplain) .

Mrs. Kina, Mrs. Collins, Mr. and Mrs. J. Demlin, Mr. and Mrs. W. Phillips, W. McKenzie, Mrs. M. Byers (N.Ws.).

MITCHELL, Augathelia, Charleville, St. George, Dirrin-bandi: Vacant.

CUNNAMULLA, Tinnenburra: Vacant. BRISBANE CITY WORK, Myora:

Mrs. McPhail (A.W.), Frederick St., Toowong. NORTHERN TERRITORY:

DARWIN, DELISSAVILLE, PINE CREEK, KATHERINE, MATARANKA (at present untenable-) :

Stephen, Tyrell and Kitty (N.Ws.). NEWCASTLE WATERS:

Mr. and Mrs. I. Thomas. TENNANT CREEK:

Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Long (Memorial Van), Box 25, Tennant Creek.

SOUTH AUSTRALIA:

SAINTS (N.T. War-time Settlement): Miss M. Shankelton, Miss G. Bailey, Saints, via Bala

klava. S.A. Phone: 103. Mrs. R. Gibbons (A.W.), 54 Brunswick Street. Walkerville

On Leave: Miss Ginger, Miss Lawson, Miss Sutton, Mr. R. Peaker (A.I.F.), Miss Wilson, Miss Ricketts.

Supernumeries: Miss Crebbin, Miss Barker, Miss Monks. Mrs. Whitridge. Miss Firmin.


room at caluary...gateway to the far-west of n.s.w.; my next was north to walcha, on the new england...

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