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Newspaper

Bowen Independent

Location

Bowen, Queensland, Australia

Date

Dec 22, 1950

Page

3

In Memoriam and Thank You Notes From Local Families

Fragmented obituary and memorial notices honor a father and grandfather, with names including Fritz Maurice Toppenberg and Martin, thanking relatives and friends for sympathy, wreaths, and help during illness and funeral. The text blends memorial lines with gratitude to clergy and family.

Gutherinetiw Frits Maurice Tequer Toppenberg Wuld Anna Uhre Liaw Stean Vallee and Maret Martin Andl

Plumber's Notice and Local Classified Items Gathered

A jumble of notices and classified blurbs lists plumbing and shop items for sale. Advertisements reference Bowen Independent, Twin Salon, Ferguson's Ltd, and local venues with offers on chairs, upholstery, motors, tractor tyres, wigs, and hair care. Several lines propose sales, trades, and services amid December era phrasing.

Swanson Couple Hosts Quiet Gathering

A garbled note from readers describes a private reception hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Swanson. It mentions seating, tea, and notes of gratitude amid a recent event, with unclear details about attendees or location.

Water Acts Notice on Licenses for Water Use

Notice to license holders of water rights under The Water Acts. Applicants must seek renewal by the specified date to avoid suspension. Signed by KIMCKSON, Secretary to the Commissioner of Irrigation for Water Supply, Executive Building, George Street, Brisbane, dated December 150.

Iwaning Peru Anne Uhre Witer Sohigdy Poter KF. Kimckson George Street Brisbane Kehitenr Wit Tiles In Towns | Val Nevone Wit Dropeheter Alfrey Coren Hate Minis Viale Sidinr Dike Trent Darky What Sane Odina Alfred Grilchey Gordon Tait Garin Toth Mibmate Vile Teieri Dir Carenney Waleed T. J. Thotson Kewishar Oitticn Wils Street

Tivull Cafe Patron Extends Merry Christmas Wishes

The proprietor expresses holiday greetings to patrons and staff, wishing a merry Christmas and a prosperous new year. The note highlights appreciation for patrons and good service during the year.

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Storgement of the Eine Bird Females Patromigy Year

The fragmentary text references extending support to female members of a group, mentioning patronage and a yearly event. It cites unclear names and dates, with a focus on ceremonial or community recognition.

Christmas Wishes From the Management and Staff

The management and staff extend thanks to their customers for valued support during the past year. They offer best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year.

Te Bleycott Marniy Dermerary Darwen & Sunk Micskmn

Missing Names in Passenger List Report

Fragmentary OCR notes reference Mrs. 8 Bidgins Hewen and Mary Kirk with mentions of Mr. and Mes V. Kirk. The text is garbled and no clear event or location is identifiable.

Bagagemient Ute Ravernera Nerugranyts Bidgins Hewen Mary Kirk Elilent Dittchter Mr. and Mes V. Kirk Owen

Fragmentary Religious Note From Theon Theme Past

Fragmentary OCR notes mention Christian themes and a focus on eternity with a devotional tone. Names or precise entities are unreadable, but the text centers on faith and reverent expression.

Unclear Weather Schedule Fragment Reads Like Jumble

Fragmentary meteorological notes list varied times and measurements across days, mentioning highs and lows in feet and inches, with references to days of week and several acronyms. The legible items show inconsistent data and incomplete locations or dates.

Transmission by Death Notice for Transfer of Property

A legal public notice announces the transmission of real property interests under the Real Property Acts. It lists parties and parcels tied to a register transfer and specifies dates and officials involved in the title process.

Bowen mayoral race stirs Bowen politics and drowning tragedy

The Northern Country Party fronts Dr. Dehiumethe as Bowen mayoral candidate for Kennedy seat in 1032 election. A drowning incident at a creek near Bowen adds urgency as residents await the next mayoral contest. The report notes ex Navy minister and local officials, with sailor and band news interwoven.

Delamothe Northers Gountry Dehiumethe Bowen Lina Ste Humluation Kennnedy Wedery Enue Phe Doe Lebo Jerior Baio Uoltinsy Navy Huilorili Lowever Colliesville Sit Qdsham Lacie Hk Joely Biles Boris Bwanson Weed Oyers Powell Obie Eileen

Bowen School of Arts Library and Museum Opens to Public

Bowen School of Arts Library and Museum contains thousands of volumes from light fiction to rare historic works. The Tet Building houses a splendid museum and a dance floor with a stage for theatricals. Annual membership is available with quarterly half year or full year payments. Further details from Tn Mackenzie, Secretary.

L MacKenzie

Foo star Account Books for children use

An item titled Foo.star Account Books and Tedners Cash Books appears as a small catalog note aimed at webed children. The text is garbled and lacks clear author or publication details but suggests educational or accounting notebooks for young readers.

Turf Club Races Saturday Adverts Tin Ads

Bowen Turf Club announces a Saturday Nani Race Meet with racing and betting details in a public notice. The advert highlights petrol trading hours extending to Boxing Day, with services opening tomorrow morning and proceeding into the evening after 1 am on Boxing Day.

Turf Club Bowen Turf Club Pleasiot

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