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and physical training; but there are also a large number of subjects in which
instruction will be given to those who desire it, including book-keeping, shorthand
and typing, cooking, swimming, electricity, dress-making and even cinema projection.
There will also be facilities for games and social intercourse. This ambitious project
will clearly need for its fulfilment strong local support and adequate assistance,
financial and other, from official sources.
Women over the age of 18 who are willing to serve as officers of the corps should
apply to the Commandant, Mrs. John Walter, at St. Catherine’s, Bear Wood.

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Sat 15 Aug
A.T.C.
“A” Flight under the direction of Pilot Officer J.P. Smith, R.A.F.V.R., held a
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successful dance on August 6 , at the Convent Hall, Easthampstead Road, when the
Rhythm Boys band played to a happy gathering of Cadets and their friends.

CHURCH ARMY HUT AND STATION CANTEEN
During the past few months thousands of H.M. Forces have received tea and
refreshments at the Church Army new station canteen, and the assistance of the
helpers has been greatly valued. There are some who might be willing to help behind
the scenes making sandwiches, salads, or even doing some very elementary cooking.
They are asked to offer their services. For several weeks men have had to be turned
away who have been seeking sleeping accommodation for the night. Spare blankets
for us at the Hut to meet this need would be greatly appreciated. Other needs are a
carpet and a bicycle (lady’s or gentleman’s) to save petrol.

“TANKS FOR ATTACK” CAMPAIGN
Wokingham’s “Tanks For Attack” savings campaign is now in full swing and
already a substantial amount has been collected.
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The campaign which started on July 20 will be continued until September 26 . It is
hoped that £220,000 will be lent to the country in the Wokingham and Rural District
area during that period. To achieve this figure £22,000 will have to be raised each
week. The sum to be contributed in the borough will be £15,000 in accordance with
its population.
In the event of success, the area will be allotted three tanks to bear the name of
Wokingham and Rural District, with the right to add to each the names of three
Savings Groups which have done outstanding work.
Defence Bonds, Savings Certificates and stamps only are eligible for inclusion in
the total sum registered.
A sub-committee has been formed under the chairmanship of Mr. W.C. Rands and
several events have been organised. On Wednesday, a concert by the Silver Band of
Phillips and Powis was given in Langborough Road Recreation Ground, and other
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attractions will be: August 19 , open air dancing; August 26 , whist drive; August
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29 , football match; September 2 , open air dance; September 9 , whist drive;
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September 13 , band concert.
In addition to these attractions a cinema band will tour the following places: August
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19 , Swallowfield, 3 p.m.; Farley Hill, 6 p.m.; Three Mile Cross, 9 p.m.; August 20th,
Wokingham, 3 p.m.; Remenham, 6 p.m.; Twyford, 9 p.m.

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Sat 29 Aug
WOKINGHAM MAN GIVES WAR COMMENTARY
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