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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1936
Page
2
A disclaimer states special arrangement with Reuters and other sources for overseas intelligence ranking published in this issue. It reserves all rights in Australia and New Zealand and clarifies that opinions are not those of the paper.
A brief notice outlines passenger service routes to London from Colombo with stops at Aden and other distant ports including Matr and Bela lune.
Mr and Mrs FP Bowen express sincere thanks to all friends for kind words and support after the recent bereavement in our family. We appreciate every message and gesture during this difficult time.
Fragments report a Maryborough incident involving a vessel Bowrio dad Stingaree with survivors reported after a voyage. Also an advertisement for MEEBAN'S Valentine Store promoting Christmas shopping including toys and gifts at low prices.
Monthly report states several water main repairs needed with leaks observed and more attention planned for deduplicators. River level has fallen about 4 inches weekly, currently six feet below normal. 72 miles of service and 14 hours of overtime logged for the month.
The sale of papers by the School of Aris antmil will raise funds at the reading room Monday night at 8. A push to purchase coding materials for the event is noted along with a January 14 nomination deadline for the Beloaf Arts Committee. Citizens are invited to support the institution by joining the committee.
Mr Alfishin secretary of Mie Thavent Cyeling attends a cycling gathering in Tadshane with Keli Ve I Tor the Joner OC. The event proceeds Saturday with Beetriding and CLOG Tier pendents cig mim. Fleetwing Cycles responds to necessities and emphasis on progress.
The fragment notes several illusory weather details with garbled phrasing about Thursday morning conditions and implied rain chances. Temperatures cited include a Thursday high near 87 and a low around 74 with mentions of Friday values and unsettled outlook.
A fragmented report mentions Kennedy Hospital and related local matters listing names and dates. It references a November to September timeline and notes visits to a shop on Herbert Street, with emphasis on community health and public notices.
The Presbyterian Church announces Trey A asboow will preach at 11 am and 2 pm at Invercon and 3 pm Sunday service. Sunday School Prize Distribution will be held Thursday the 20th December at 8 pm with free admission for children.
The BV Association reports weekly fruit consignments across Sydney Brisbane Melbourne New Zealand with totals of mangoes pumpkins pineapples rockmelons cucumbers and mangery. Rail shipments peak next week as rains and moisture improve crops. pineapple exports were dampened by a dry spell but improved moisture should lift the crop. shipments continue into January with several consignments to multiple cities.
J M Tawcock of Bowen to supervise the new Post Office and houses start soon. He already leads in district building with the Church of England, Grand View Hotel additions, and Collineville projects. Completion of the new post office promises substantial changes along Main Street.
A church event faced heavy rain as visitors toured the sea site beaches and tower viewpoints. Speakers praised community effort, with Miss Fow-Sevtad Rev Previis and others officiating. The best meet honors went to Miss Th Fow-Sevtad, while notes on attendance and timing were shared for the afternoon program.
Fragmented letter from Gregory Street Bowen dated 2112/80 to the Bobilin Acuiy Toe Lageeps of Howen. The text thanks law members for kindness and references a political or social event with names and unclear phrases.
A fragmentary cricket score report lists players such as Hagethiest and Siero with varied runs and positions. The readable items include names like Shanon and Modtiw and indicate multiple batsmen and possible teams or match context.
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