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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 05, 1941
Page
3
The Courier Mail lists tomorrow’s selections with heats and horse names across divisions in Brisbane notes. Acceptances expected later today.
In a fragmented report Bowen led in singles and doubles play against Collinsville entries including Jones Gray Linnesmair Whdilens Anderson Wales Cote Mesiekle Mborthu and others. The Ladies team from Collinsville won more sets 8 to 1 with several games decided by narrow margins.
Chinde Anderson defeated Augustus Bmnith in a testing three set final at Townsville courts to win the North Queensland singles title. He dropped the first set 2 games to 6 then won 12 10 in the second before taking the decisive third, displaying swift strokes and controlled accuracy to outplay his opponent.
The Championship Qualifying rounds for Members and Associates were played in 18 hole strokes Sunday. Ken Grant led with 72 net from 48, Sid Rensted second, Curry Thirwen and Frank Archer also strong. Matches scheduled for Sunday include Grant vs Atkinson and Archer vs Beckinsale. Associates also qualified with Mrs Kent leading in flight, Miss Tess Saoltlh second, Mrs Lamond third, following rounds and next round matchups listed.
Proserpine defeated Cathelic Clot table team 16 4 as Mrs Chosskreutz and daughter swept their matches. Proserpine players Girne and McNeil showed strong form while Cathalfelah struggled with key points. The second A High went to Proserpine by 10 to df, with Crass and Max Grosskrents impressing at a speedway dirt track event.
Next weekend the 1s holes in Aksobutes Metioles feature two championships. The first part will be played as shown at loove.
The Bowen Independent reports a limited supply rally amid wartime maps and area patrols. The article outlines strategic territorial claims and distributions of scarce resources. It notes distinct factions and geographic references, emphasizing urgency and local impact.
Sir William Anglixe and company directors warn of meat shortages as Queensland cattle export prospects shrink. They cite reduced refrigerated shipping space and weaker seasons on the coast, with Central and Northern Queensland facing tighter supplies and uncertain profits for the coming months.
Fragmentary text reports a former officer named Sheart Robson connected to the fey gael and a treatment with A.UR. and free booklet. It mentions diabetes, blood pressure, weeks of treatment, and effects on the bloodstream and body. Available from Ryan and Green, Bowen.
Bowen Independent reports the annual fete and baby show at Varish Hall on August 3. Deputy Mayor Mr Lawlor to officially open. bright stalls, afternoon tea by Eadie Guild. prizes for baby show by age with multiple first and second prizes including champion to age two. Late entries accepted until 2:15 pm. admission 1d. nominations via Hyon & Green or Mrs Crocker.
Notice to growers outlines that consignments must be directed to Accredited Agent lines under the Bowen Fruit Export Association and Committee of Direction of Fruit Marketing. In Queensland Supreme Court Townsville, the will of Thomas William Ezzy of Ida la Bow en is probated with Queen sland Trustees Limited and Cecil Beauchamp Whish Davies as executors.
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