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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 11, 1944
Page
2
The Wangaratta Shire Council confirms a water system fix is planned for August with the works aimed at preventing current problems and ensuring supply remains stable through the year. The council outlines the expected actions and timelines for residents.
Fragmentary 19th century style donation list shows many names and amounts cited for a War Fund drive. Entries include anonymous donors, clubs, and individuals with varied sums, some in old currency formats. The document ends with an instruction to buy supplies and apply at the office.
Fragmentary OCR text references an auction or sale at Arb University involving various parties and dates. It mentions bids, and a renewal or renewal-related event with local watchers and a state or regional body. The readable portion hints at a university setting and a public sale or auction process.
Tenders are invited for the erection of a coffee distillery building. Prospective bidders must submit their tenders by the noted deadline AY 12 on Wednesday August 16. Details are to be lodged at the Office of the Burd.
Public notice lists polling places for a constitutional referendum on rights and reform in the Division of Herbert. Locations include Bowen, Collinsville, Proserpine, Mackay area schools, rail sheds, and stations, with polling hours noted and a memorial message from family in memory of a father and grandfather.
A memorial notice from the Bowen Independent dated Friday August 13 1964 honors Loni Carson born August 26 1942 as a wife and mother. Her caring memory endures in the hearts of her husband and family with a daughter and a lay sorry note.
On Monday the golf club plans a distance competition with play starting at 290 pan. The event details are unclear due to damaged text but are coordinated by the local golf club and may involve members from the general community.
Deep regret is expressed at the death of Mery Anna McPherson wife of Mn ACTH McPherson. She died at Collinwville Hospital on Wednesday evening at about 46 years old. She was the daughter of Mrs Hansen and the late Mr N. Bunsen of Howen. She leaves a husband three sons three daughters a mother and several brothers and sisters. The funeral will be held at the Riverside church Saturday morning with the rites at the graveside.
On fatur day at Chidweil the wedding joined Charley Key and Tye Mbinuaby. Charley is the youngest son of John Homey and the late Beeney of Howwony. The ceremony was conducted by Minwytter af Mr and Mrs ae Mita Muu at Goodweell.
Fragmented notes describe a town survey cost of 1350 pounds and potential plans including property and printing aspects, with unclear references to individuals, locations, and procedures. The readable parts mention Bowen and certain work charges but lack coherent details.
A stream of local names and activities fills the page as Bowen and surrounding areas host visitors and discuss plans. Mrs J Aitken visits Brisbane while Mr Hod Airs is noted. local business people and families travel, and probate matters surface regarding wills and estates in Charters Towers.
The social event announced the engagement of Jwnise Lila, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Patterson of Glebe Point, to a gentleman from Hobert Magny. Guests enjoyed community singing, dancing, and a programme of entertainment as friends and family celebrated with roses, gerberas, and toasts.
Mixed item list shows fruit exports to Sydney and Briabone with tomatoes cucumbers and other produce. Totals include 6077 and 10641 units for tomatoes and cucumbers respectively, plus numerous smaller consignments and assorted items across several destinations.
Market reports list tomatoes pineapples and other fruits with varied prices in shillings and pence. Several items show wholesale rates while several terms and brands appear garbled. Names and figures are dispersed, reflecting a fragmented historical price listing.
The readable parts read like a distorted diary snippet with scattered names and phrases. Entities such as RS Taniasin Soy Kawa and Vt ty the geenlant thing appear garbled. no clear event, date, or place is established.
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