08 Aug 1952
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 7 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 08, 1952
Page
1
Alderman T Woods moves immediate inquiry into Bowen Power Station operations. Mayor Delomattey and others push for caution citing state electricity commission findings and prior audits. Contention centers on scope, cost, and whether further investigations are necessary or duplicative.
Bowen depot reports no available bow for schibbler gear. Officials say inventory low as items move quickly. Local shoppers urged to check back and watch for restock notices from Bowen Depot.
The July council meeting debated the Government Auditor's report and access to correspondence. Ald. Woods urged that every audit report be available to all Aldermen, while the Mayor argued compliance with the Local Government Act. A vote to refer the matter to further inquiry passed 4 to 3, with continued contention over report distribution.
A valedictory gathering at Bowen State School featured Mr. Wul At. ON and Adwett speakers who praised the students and teachers. Mrs. Adgett received a silver gift and cake from the Pil and Staff in appreciation. the event closed after songs and speeches honoring the teaching staff and donors.
A brittle, garbled report quotes Lord Cherwell predicting Britain's nuclear fuel future. He suggests power stations may switch to nuclear energy within a decade, with a test of a breeder reactor considered but deemed uneconomical for now. The piece references government officials and efforts to exploit Forgeaieetal grat axes and pegs long term energy plans.
Bowen Town Council discusses whether all correspondence, including routine items, should be tabled at meetings. Debate centers on inspecting letters, with Alder Men asking for tabling or filing, and the mayor asserting current practice, with motion carried to defer action.
The New Trend Wear Ltd of Albert Terrace, Morecambe, claims an "unsinkable" swimsuit uses buoyant fabric between water repellent layers. Experts say it reassures both swimmers and non swimmers, helping beginners level off quickly after entering water. The buoyant component reportedly supports wearers up to 14 stone in deep winter, with tests conducted at Decks University noted in Day Books and ledgers.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.