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Newspaper

Bowen Independent

Location

Bowen, Queensland, Australia

Date

Dec 23, 1936

Page

4

Bowen Turf Club Weighing Declared for January Meeting

Weighed entries listed for Bowen Turf Club meeting dated January 2 with maiden and trial divisions. Known horses include Proud Lady Achilles Bear Triple Thine Real Auiler Tom Shepherd Keidale Wet and others with various weights.

Wyerclin Thial Achilles Bear Kengildale Tom Shepherd Wyasteria Gelatrn Marlette Boy Stock Novich Real Auiler Kengikdale Twto Wreteria Try Lady Wereerchyn Fab Parewell Tat Divn Achilles Noone Triple Thins Hmphlet Real Amber Keusu Tom Shephrd Wreterttt Malvetto Twiste Gelabra Frond Tady Boy Bink

Christmas Decoration Sale at Bowen Independent Office

Readable text shows decor items for Xmas at the Bowen Independent Office. Items include ribbons lists streamers balls cups and trumpet shapes with discount for cash. Offers mention various decorations and a focus on in stock novelties and price examples.

Rifle trophy outcome highlights a Burton victory

George Burton claimed the A Schutzi Trophy with the rifle event, posting top scores in the tiles shoot and rapid fire segments. Vic Gardner delivered solid marks but fell short of the eighteen-point perfect, while Alf Setults, Jock Alone, and others trailed in a rugged field of eight contenders.

Usner Ax Yards George Burton Vic Gardner Burton Gothd Alf Setults Jock Big Eyes G. Barton Gardner L. Buell W. Bunting

Lofty Stig Edges Jimmy Bremette In Tight Boxing Bout

The Eldoride stadium drew a large crowd for the latest boxing card led by Lofty Stig versus Jimmy Bremette. Stig dominated early, but Bremette fought back with solid defense and was hurt at times, while Stig’s ducking and counterpunching kept Bremette from mounting a late comeback.

Gil Jhoumyr Hope Jimmy Rowel Bug

West condition report from a distant field study

The excerpt describes an uncertain field condition in the western region with mentions of timing, measurement, and an expert note about averages and potential drift. It references a person or entity labeled N. Miter and hints at specific technical terms without cohesive context.

Valedictory Farewell to Ayr Police Magistrate Byrne

At Ayr Court on Thursday morning the Police Magistrate Mr RC B Byrne announced his departure after a long Ayr service. The gathering praised his courtesy and humanity and thanked staff, legal professionals, and police. A farewell function saw presents and speeches before his midday rail to Townsville.

Aye RC. B. Byrne Bowen Ayr Batriet Mawrisiente Dort Byrne Chisef Afr Suthers Gavin T. Mee Mr. Byrne Townsville

Quiet Church Wedding in Bowen Attended by Family

A pretty wedding took place at the Church of Hnogland in Bowen on Saturday week officiated by Rev. T. T. Prentis. The couple were Mr Bert Weeks and Miss Hith Marion Lave with a family procession and traditional bridal gown. The reception followed at the bridegroom’s sister Mrs. George Liloyd’s residence with guests, toasts, and a morning breakfast.

Hnogland Bowen T. T. Prentis Bert Weeks Mir Weeks Burl Creek Hith Marion Lave Noel Max Kethoe Lar Gini the Brihe Thomas A. Lane Ashwerh Mies M. Lan Troek Eering Detfal John Weeks Thomas Lane George Liloyd

Golden Casket Drawn No 171 in Local Lottery

The公告 lists prize details and ticket numbers from a local lottery drawing. Names and addresses appear mixed with unclear fragments, mentioning ticket Xu, hotel and apartment mentions, and various partial entries. The legible items point to a drawn casket with values noted and several participant identifiers.

Jolien Comerop Stenbeysstreet Sreams Pytve SRT Mis Bo Carton Beleul Apts Hotel Dean Ciskell U Tad Fieked RTE Thoxiillys Tuer Logic EAM Bermilleateys Virag BR. Wales

Local News Briefs From Bowen and Nearby Areas

Personal notices report Labour Agent Mr F Gartatde in Bowen on official business for two days. Several residents plan or undertake trips to Brisbane Brisbane holidays are noted for Mr and Mrs E W Stinner Mrs Gowan Rene and Mrs Gorman and family. Alf Goldwater and Keith Vennard return from Brisbane where Vennard competed in the State cycling championships. New Police Magistrate Mr B Baxter to take duties in Bowen. R C F Byrne transferred to Herberton. to leave January 4. F J Morgan arrives from Melbourne to supervise overhaul of Bowen Freezing Works. Local ads list confectionery and sweets with spot cash discount.

F. Gartatde Home J. O'Donoghue C.P.H Home Hill E. W. Stinner Funight Brisbane Gowan Police Magiatrate B. Buxter Ingham Bowen R. C. F. Byrne Herberton F. J. Morgan Borthwick Engineering Sinf Melbourne Bowen Freesing Works Morgan Hla Miller's Guide G.tuner Lear

Tiger Tim the Sea Cat Travels Far and Wide

Tiger Tim the ship’s mascot of the Kner Ex peruive Bay arrived in Brisbane on Friday December 18. He has served Mr. G. Gatty for over 12 years and rarely set foot on land. Tim’s sea career included the Moreton Bay and Esperance Bay voyages, notable scenes in Lisbon Harbour, and a fondness for port, with a Glengarry bonnet and spectacles. He eats dawn fish and drinks water, remaining faithful to his master.

Tiger Tim Haperince Diy Esperance Bay Lisbon Tin Gaity Bay of Bineny Glasgow Tim Lowen Sudmitte Lim Ealdin

Bowen Town Ugunclis Firework Rules For Holidays

Bowen town officials announce strict Christmas week fireworks prohibitions. A notice from Pratt Marketing committee lists legal restrictions and dates, with no trains or deliveries during December 2 and later pauses until January.

Bowen Independent Office Publication Note

Printed and published by D.3. Darwen for W. H. Darwen and Sons at The Bowen Independent Office George Street Bowen North Queensland.

D. 3. Darwen W. H. Darwen & Sons Bowen Independent George Street Bowen North Queensland

Fleetwing Cycles and Accessories Priced Regs Onable

Advertisement notes Fleetwing cycles and accessories with prices and regulations. Source mentions BH Boulter at Herbert Street.

Pricas E. BH. Boulter Herbert St

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