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Newspaper

Bowen Independent

Location

Bowen, Queensland, Australia

Date

Aug 07, 1939

Page

3

Hungarian Tomato Expert Aims Australia Settlement

Dr Andrew D Fisher a Hungarian tomato and potato scientist sails for Australia to settle in Victoria after trials in Hungary where he perfected tomato cultivation. He plans to buy land in Australia for tomatoes potatoes and dairy with his wife studying poultry farming. He seeks a year of climate surveys before choosing a site and hopes to join a sauce firm initially.

Australia Andrew D. Fisher Mwesert Fremantle Moreton Bay Hungary Flaber University of Budapest Western Australia London M. F. Troy Fisher Victoria Melbourne Ant Europe Ango Hunwry Seling

Market Telegrams From Melbourne and Australia Trade

Telegrams report assorted market quotes in Melbourne Sydney and Brisbane with fruit and vegetable items. Cabbage and pumpkins show varied pricing while eucumbers tomatoes and greens list multiple values and ranges. Vendors note few higher prices and regional labels such as Newcastle Brisbane and Cleveland.

Melbourne Sydney Cleveland Mumpkins Newcastle Brisbane

Hotel Guests During The Week Included A Long List

Personal notes list hotel visitors across two sections Denison and Clifton Parr with numerous named individuals. Notable names include Foreman Costello McKenany Brown Byers Graliot Richards Kilenilem Webber Hughey Palmer Hiberlain Coyle Whatin Burgher Nektron Jur Mrs Cori Aiteheoul Dennis Neilson and two Miss Nielsons. Captain Murphy Moreen McKay Cranney Clifton Parr Foard Schultz Snowiden Argyle Hilder Hitch Martin Cole Cruise Dinsdale.

Foreman Costello McKenany Brown Byers Graliot Richards Kilenilem Webber Hughey Palmer Hiberlain Coyle Whatin Burgher Page Nektron Jur Cori Aiteheoul Dennis Neilson Nielson Denison Captain Murphy Moreen McKay Cranney Clifton-Parr Foard Schultz Snowiden Argyle Hilder Hitch Martin Cole Cruise Dinsdale

Sailor Faces Inquiry Over Bedroom Incident

Constance Chapmeer, 11, of Castle Town, reports a sailor named John Larey entered her room at night and demanded she remove a cover. Portland magistrates heard her describe the event with laughter in court while two police helped restrain the sailor. The naval officer criticized Larey’s conduct as improper and said the matter would be investigated.

Constance Chapmeer Castletown Borthind Mugland John Larey Constance Portland Nowa Sigtea Tosny Toaskel Lim Ordi Mima Conde Lary Largy

Charmosan Skin Beauty Ad and Proposal Scene

An excerpt shows a marriage proposal exchange and romantic moment, followed by an advertisement praising Charmosan skin product. The copy highlights youthful skin effects, freckles, sunburn healing, and a promise of age-reducing results.

Creme Charmosan Promises Youthful Glow For All Ages

An advertisement touts Creme Charmosan as a product to look younger with big jars for dresslig. It claims 24 hour effect and handbag sized tubes available widely at 1 unit price.

Golf Notes from Weekend Stroke Banquet and Mixed Foursomes

Weather was ideal for the Stroke Banquet on Saturday. Members and Associates entered, with By Wood winning the Members' Competition at 88 20 65 and J. Cordes taking top in the Associates with 71 nett. Swiss Davies and J. Beckinsale posted strong scores, while Miss Cordes and Miss McKenny led the Associates in tuition-driven boosts. The Mixed Foursomes Championship saw Grant and G Cogle triumph 48 45 89, with Arthur and Cordes close behind. An August Medal and Spoon Stroke Handicap is scheduled, plus a general committee meeting noted.

Telda Banieape Associatca Wood Elyle Capt. Allison Rounemup Swiss Davies Regulerke Fee Beckinggle Lit Gaffney Delinothe A. McGougam Darren i O. Swiss Davies J. Arthur Bo McLean Grant A. V. Murray Ao Ken Jones Misa J. Cordes Misa Mo Neisse Ang N. McKenny Alow Marker HL Smith Michiel Alves Acorea Cordes Neilsen Miss Makenny Smith Michael A.B. Moored Mr. Curtis Mise Murray K. A. Grant Mine G. Cogle Brain J. Arthour Mga J. Cordes Bentury Suchen Milas Cagle Arthur Miss Cordes Miss Murray Murray Fox Misa Kelly O Deckingaile 8.Davies Delamothe Wout Jen Smith Twit Murray Tourle Miss UcKenny Hall Mia. Kent Kelly Archer Nelson Swalay Opheles Pinal Plely Jon Silth Curtis

Aliwaya Picks Kelly for Quality Stenku Victory

Aliwaya unveils Kelly as key to a likely win in the Quality Stenku, signaling confidence from management. The move positions Kelly to drive strategic gains and sharpen competitive edge in upcoming events.

Aliwaya Kelly Stenku

Letters from the Editor August 1839 and mining dispute notes

A reader signs as FEEL THE STING criticizing Shire Council notes about tractor damage and farm relations, asking Dr Bishop for reports on livestock, pigsties, and road lighting. The Bowen Independent excerpt also reports on Consolidated Colliery Stottville, where a Union official arrives, disputes over pre stoppage conditions, and references to the Award and court implications.

Shire Council Don Delta Ridlng Councilra G. Pott Cowell Dr. Bishop Hilitor Bowen Sir Consolidated Stottville Conway Queensland Times Iqueensland Thomas Colliery Proprietors” Association Luton Consolidated Company North Cheensted L. Jones Mingis Union Acottville

Warning to motor cyclists in Wangaratta shire

Notice warns motorists and motorcyclists of drastic action for speeding on any road in the Shire. Officials urge caution as enforcement increases. Shire Clerk J J Crowley signs the notice from Shire Hall Bowen dated 4th August 1030.

J.J. Crowley Shire Hall Bowen

The Bowen Independent Comic Mafia At The Exchange Hotel

A fragment from The Bowen Independent notes a young girl at home with a bicycle toy and Violet Jenson at the Exchange Hotel in ACT. It mentions the comic troupe described as cute and references a tiny quantity of six pieces.

Violet Jenson Exchange Hotel Act Bowen Independent

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