Queensland State Archives posted a photo:
Appreciation Of Comforts Fund
With so much recent criticism of the Fighting Forces Comforts Fund a letter received at Adelaide headquarters of the fund from Gunner A. L. Hanson, of the Third Battery, 2nd/2nd Field Regiment is of particular interest, and shows to some extent the splendid work being done for the members of the fighting services.
“The lads much appreciate the work of the fund,” states the letter. “The gifts from the folks at home give us an extra bit of determination to finish the job. The extra cigarettes and tobacco are especially welcomed by the men who have their wives and families drawing on their pay.
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“The Australian Comforts Fund Rest Room in Tel Aviv was, I guess, the most popular spot in Jerusalem. Any time of the day or evening would find the room crowded with the lads of various units, all smiles, and