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Newspaper

Bowen Independent

Location

Bowen, Queensland, Australia

Date

Aug 18, 1939

Page

7

Futtter's Fame and a World of Sport and Scandal

Dr. Nicholas Murray Butler predicts Hitler's career climax before September after consulting astrologers. The piece covers America Davis Cup selection hints, boxing notes on Lefton and Varner, Lord Nuffield’s attack on Lloyd George, Australian sire statistics, a new American Square dance, dog thefts, and Greyhound racing news from Victoria and Sydney.

Nicholas Murray Butler Columbia University Bost Hitler Dr. Butler Th. Butler Molern Eigilation America

WAtrrz and FOXTROT Competitions at the Press Ball

The WAtrrz and FOXTROT teams compete at the Press Ball held at Grit Theatre on Friday August 25 in a lively local event.

Grit Theatre

Citywide Free Cremation Initiative Approved in Hell England

The council, by a 1 majority, backs a Parks and Boroughs Committee recommendation granting free cremation for a deceased resident. It also sets cremation fees at a minimum of 5 shillings and adjusts urn, burial, and niche charges, with higher rates for non residents.

Hell England Reat Congeil Parks and Borla Ely

Well of the Ball Goes to Press Fall at Grow Theatre

The notice invites attendance at a community event titled Well of the Ball at Grow Theatre during the Press Fall festival on Friday August 25. It highlights local participation and theatre performances.

Grow

Tony Galente faces heat as critics snub ring show

The piece recounts harsh audience reaction to Tony Galente and Lou Nova in and around the boxing scene. It notes Galente's tense buildup and the crowd’s skepticism toward his style and chances against Louis, with behind the scenes commentaries on promoter influence and public expectations.

Tony Galente Join Lardner Pwo Tony Galews Lou Nova Max Laer Galente Joe Louis Joseph Gulettn Louie Antonio Ture Tie Joe Joo Joey Cindersba Lanis Aeyern Tx Louis Tomy

Golf club draws for Gilbey Cup weekend play

Members draw for the weekend Gilbey Cup competition lists teams and associations with pairs and players named in a formal draw. The report names Wielimothe McGongan Durwen At Kingon Wood Price Swisy Davies Thomas Beckinsale Gaffney Arthur Hensted Fox Murray McLean Archer and others.

Wielimothe McGongan Durwen At- Kingon Wood Price Swisy-Davies Thomas Beckinsale Gaffney Arthur Hensted Fox Murray McLean Archer Swias-Davies Ian Tourle K. J. Grant Mixa Nisset Birt Michael Lamwud

Conn A Young Champion

Billy Conn, 22, captured the world light heavyweight title in New York and aims for Joe Louis. The rising American star defeated five past world champions and is shaping a path toward Len Harvey, with potential bouts likely a year or two away.

Billy Conn New York Haleworthy Eaet le Lin Ius Joe Loubs Fe Geth Lily Chomee Contat AL Len Harvey

Keane Captures Queensland Controversy Golf Title

Keane of Towneylle won the Queensland championship at Royal Queensfuid with a two stroke margin over N Wades Congoage. A record 50 entries contested the event. Deller of Toowoomba finished third as Keane led the field with strong marked rounds.

Lewisg Frei A. Keane Towneylle Royal Queensfuid Queensland Conmbry N. Wades Keane Deller Toowoombi

Tennis notes on Riggs and Hopman diet and world tennis scene

The New York Sun sport writer assesses Riggs confidence and comments on Hopman bromide treatment. The World Telegram notes US manager Tate drives American enthusiasm with aggressive tactics. It questions class of players and mentions Australian contenders and upcoming Bowen visit for September Championship Meeting.

New York Mr. Tate Chettal Keviawleh Tuirnele New York World-Telegram Kramiel Aml Tiny United States Yennis Asaocia Offelas Riggs

Prizes and Half Tickets Noted in Brisbane Curator Listing

The document lists prizes of £5 each and various half tickets with numerous numbers, names, and Brisbane addresses including Kangaroo Point and Gregory Terrace. It references Frank Burke and curator building details, with prize breakdowns and ticket counts across multiple entries.

Frank Burke Mongar Edward Atrent Brisbane Treat Kangaroo Point Brrisbane Queensland Madle Gregory Terrace Coorparoo South Brisbane

Nightie Preview and Birth Control Ad Surface in Veerlag

In a noisy veerlag of the Coirnk Aqnutiyih the elder speakers urged action to guide young members Ida Gielih and Chieti eid the tile while Mi Rik Cadmaaiy spoke. The page also promotes a practical birth control and hygiene counsel by Mr and Mrs L Gordon with a ready price and mailing options.

Coirnk Aqnutiyih Akling Eljutti Australia Ida Gielih Chieti Ian Hater Post Free L. Gordon Clay Chambers Edwins Street Drishanr

Challenge round seen as battle of second raters

Hopman told the Associated Press at Rye yesterday that the challenge could be keen and lovely if all matches are fought well. He noted Riggs and Parker as central in a tense bout and predicted Parker’s forehand would improve while Brom and Higgs might repeat recent results.

Ial Parker Hopman Rye Associated Press Higs Bromwich Parker Riggs

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