Bowen Independent Publication Notice
The Bowen Independent prints by ED J Darwen for W H Darwen Hong Bowen North Queensland at Olive George Street Bowen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Darwen
W. H. Darwen
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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1939
Page
2
Weather notes with weekend cool air and brief squall
Weekend brought a fresh cool breeze and gusts that produced sharp, diamondlike conditions for outdoor activity. A Sunday night squall arrived briefly, then passed with no damage. Today's temperatures show a drop with steady cool winds and readings around the mid to upper seventies.
Fire Alarm Sparks Local Search For False Blaze
A fire alarm at Alpen power station prompted residents from Poole Street to inspect their properties around 2 am on Saturday. Fire brigade personnel traced the smoke but found no fire. the incident centered on the home of A D Miller and highlighted the town’s early warning system and community vigilance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alpen
AD. W. Miller
Poole Street
Simmons
Cilelen
Romsing
Tls
Alarong
Herbert Street
Astrologers Predict End of War and March Major Event
Local and general readers hear forecasts from astrology columnists claiming Fitler will die in March and the war could end soon. Widespread belief in March dates and cosmic signs fuels discussions among passengers and the Darwin segment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Darwin
Fitler
Market Telegrams Dishon Wheat and Produce Estimates
A Friday afternoon market telegram reports varied prices for fruits and vegetables including cucumbers, pumpkins, apples, and pines. Notes show fluctuating values across items like melons, pumpkins, and berries, with many figures in old currency units and several illegible entries.
Bowen Dogs Win at Couring Meeting
Bowen dogs King Qoul Gear Bex and Droserpice Blick Teager win races at the Couring Meeting on Saturday taking Third and Fourth Death Qik hits and the A Geode Wurdle Have respectively. AP Tawney reports another Bowen dog Winsenw Boy aid they. Prowrplie Glen Dancan wins Seventh race and Tenth Courses rexper Uvaly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King Qoul
Gear Bex
Blick Teager
Bowen
Winsenw Boy Aid
They
Glen Dancan
Rexper Uvaly
Hotel Guests Listed from Twin Week Visit
A roster of visitors staying at the hotel includes Denison, Messrs Letney Loran Kelly EK Cole Clark Pires Thuis Mel McPherson Gannon Beresford Mes John ston Mir Mrs Tore Commertiu Mr Mrs WHl chefHirl Air Mira Moss Afr Mrs Kelly Mr and Mrs Olsen Milner Owens Founlig Wil ton Phin W dames Blair Bell Man toy 12 Divs Messie Farrington Heisler Tower Skellera Smedley Hit Evan Turnicker Scandrett Hillington Thenipeon White Rymer Hyrx table Hobertson Peares Micklejohn Hinex Mies Davis Misa Murphy Matthews Knight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tnet
Denison
Messrs
Letney
Loran
Kelly
EK. Cole
Clark
Pires
Thuis Mel
McPherson
Gannon
Mire
Beresford
Mes
Johnston
Mir
Tore
Commertiu
Whlchefhirl
Air
Mira
Moss
Afr
Olsen
Milner
King visits front lines as Britain advances in France
STOP PRESS London reports that His Majesty inspected frontline troops and German positions from an advanced post. The King conferred decorations after observing bomber squadrons and praised British troops now in direct contact with the enemy. British forces have occupied key positions under French command with no casualties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Mowlay
Hs Majesty
Royal Air Porte
Tita
Eld Poaltoua
Maginot Hane
Scout Notes
A brief, reader friendly note lists acknowledgments and names with partial scores and dates. Names include Reynold, Ford, Shemrart, Friend, and Dey with scattered figures and a note of gratitude. The fragmentary text suggests a sports or scouting recap with informal recognition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donitlony
Reynold
Ford
Agnes O'Toole dead after long illness in Bowen
Agnes O'Toole died in Bowen after a long illness, aged about fifty. She managed the Bowen hotel business and other interests after her father died, built the Denovan Hotel and later the present Bowen Hotel. She was highly respected, survived by five married sisters and two brothers, with funeral in Bowen attended by family, friends, and church members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agnes O'Toole
Brisbane
Ape
Wand
Trisbow
Set Youngear
Mr Aid Mirk O'Paale
Aline Kay
Mika O'Toole
Deaserne
Whipmette
Oregon
Anna O'Toole
Thie
Veloko
Provetpine
Harrison
Muttaburra
Howard
Bowenh
Ruddle
Queens Bend
Smith
Link
Tom
Charles
Bowen
Thors
Mary
Toiny Henutitel
Stewart
Church of England Opens New Clore in Derbert Street
The Church of England inaugurates a new close atop Hectory in Derbert Street after a Holy Trinity service. Rev. spoke on blessing in city relations, leading a procession to the blessed Rectory. A dainty afternoon tea followed by Women’s Guild. The expanded parish and remodeled rectory occupy one allotment facing main street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Towiryne
Baturiay
Hectory
Derbert’ Street
Holy Trinity Church
Women's Guild
Govery
Shuddings
Speeding Bow-Simulated Flight Among Bowen Events
A confusing report notes Bowen visitors and local figures visiting Baye and Charters Towers. It mentions a mock or reported aeronautic display at Hollerdrome and a quick Bowen to Brisbane air journey by a passenger plane, with return on the same service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Itymer
Bowen
Air
Aig
Hirrilwick
Winton
Eklers
Baye
Berk Denen
Ayr
Hollerdrome
Mente
Iekittes
Srating
Isliess
Owen
Accident at work injures man on ladder spill
A man named Mr Kt Curse Queena Beach Toad suffered a severe laceration after slipping from a ladder and tearing his arm on galvanised iron. An ambulance provided first aid and transported him to hospital for further attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curse
Queena Beach
Hiarm
Christmas Stocking Sale Promises Fast Update
Local notice urges shoppers to grab a deal as seasonal stocking items arrive. The limited stock event emphasizes quick action and holiday cheer from the retailer.
Holiday Display Promises Vast Selection of Styles
Our store presents a rich Christmas display with extensive theme choices and new goods. The catalog emphasizes value and seasonal appeal, inviting inquiries from shoppers and noting high attention to detail.
Christmas Card Offer for Personal Messages
A Christmas card sale offers prints of personal messages with envelopes included. Call the office to inspect a splendid variety and choose designs to fit time and greeting needs.
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