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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 23, 1936
Page
2
From October the naive hospital will be run solely by Matron Jackson with the same general and obstetric arrangements. Dr Delamothe departs town from Dee Sith to the Mth inclusive.
A 4A roll call will be held at the court house at 10 a.m. on Thursday 24 November to select a fettler for No. 16 gang Wilmington. The man will be selected by a representative of the railway department.
The B.ED. Co-op sent telegrams from Sydney and Melbourne noting pineapples selling from 9d to 20d, mangos various prices, several brands hit by black spot, and overall slow sales. The Melbourne figures show best counts up to 20/4 with selected mangoes around 14/ to 1/ per unit.
In Police Court Tuesday before Air. T. O. F. Byrne PUM the cases of Harry Shepherd found drunk on Herbert Street pleaded guilty and was convicted but not punished ordered to pay a scar fare by default four hours imprisonment. Edward Charles Phillips failed to appear on a charge of drug possession on Herbert Avenue and was estred ted.
The heralds proclaimed the coronation would take place on May 12 and announced the appointment of the Duke of Gloucester to serve on the Coronation Claims Committee. The London message confirms the date and key appointment for the ceremony planning.
The report notes growers and the Upper Tron area harvesting and eating crops, rain did not damage the crops, maturity occurred with some pity, and some growers are now digging a third crop this year. The Department of Agriculture is preparing experimental seed beds under benzol treatment to prevent blue mold.
The notice states staff will be given time off for the holiday season with a planned closure on a specified Tuesday and no issue on the following day. It mentions names and locations related to the closure and notes exceptions for certain days.
A heartfelt thanks to the public for past support and encouragement. The sender wishes a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year, expressing gratitude for the audience’s continued backing in the year ahead.
The office displays a large mango grown by Mr. J. H. Mart in. The apple variety weighs nearly two pounds and shows strong color. Ripening rapid due to pale causes trees to sprout new leaves, limiting sunlight reaching the fruit.
The text notes an annual Christmas weather pattern with forecasts of mild temperatures and unsettled bowls in the offing. It hopes for fine conditions for the holidays with temperatures around 87 degrees on Tuesday and Wednesday and variability expected through the period.
The Bowen Independent reports a chamber of commerce notice for Cho Ver, describing an upcoming monthly meeting to be held this evening or at week’s end. The item notes expectations of attendance and local business matters likely to be discussed.
Reports from Treslay recount two accidents on Captain Road and near Salvation Army premises. Captain Koudsen holidaying at Stone Island reportedly dived from a jetty and was rescued after injury to his left leg, transported to hospital. A separate incident at Tayconis involved a girl named Mbyitly Willey who fell from a tree, sustaining injuries. A fire case on Monday afternoon saw a woman burned by petrol causing clothing to ignite. ambulance attended at 6.55 pm, with hospital treatment following.
Shipping news reports a Norwegian vessel and the Teiner of the Wilhelm Line visiting distant harbors. The weekend saw arrivals and a berth scheduled for Monday, as seasonal tides and voyage patterns influenced port activity.
The document outlines holiday period office closures and openings. Key dates include December 23 closed for Pamadas and Sutil, December 28 open for all except money matters, January 1 open with limited hours, and January 8 open for deliveries with restricted services. No deliveries on Saturdays in January.
Citizens worried over last year’s beer shortage find relief as local purveyors stock ample amber ale. Inquiries show plentiful supply of barrels and nogood extinction of the town’s thirst, with a likely retirement of the chief export after Obrlatana.
The article notes a flood of visitors to local beaches as holidays begin and Collingville residents arrive. It predicts record crowds at Horeeshire and Rose Bay, with campers flocking to top resorts. Water shortages persist despite replenished rock springs, and a proposal suggests supplying a small water tank at each bay during holidays.
An Industrial Court in Townsville adjourned for Bowen witnesses after a full day of evidence on a death compensation claim. Margaret Russell Lancaster's case, presented by Mr. O S Sullivan, opposed by Mr. Quinn for the Insurance Commissioner, moves to Brisbane for further hearing.
The Bowen Town Council issued a warning about fireworks safety and the Explosives Act. Police will enforce provisions on storage and sale, prohibit displaying fireworks for sale, and penalties apply for throwing or lighting fireworks in streets or public places.
A party of amateur riders trains for Bowen's Carnival in New Orleans with riders including J Burke and D Cage. The Kangaroo Patrol and Kanguron Badat riders prepare under IL Seholte with events on New Year’s Day featuring senior and junior championships.
A catalog fragment lists white bread and butter plates priced at 4d each, white pudding plates at 6d, white bronkfigt plates at 6d, and various white dine sets with gold and river motifs. Additional items include white and gold bowers and a large pench described with assorted pricing, ending with a note about spot cushions.
A shop window at Millers shows a wide Christmas stock including confectionery, tins, jams, puddings, canned goods, and toys. The display features Aladdin lamps, Thorpe’s poultry feeds, electric model trains with a signal man, and various Goat value stockings. The piece notes the store as a center for festive shopping and highlights a busy holiday appeal.
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