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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 30, 1938
Page
3
Bowen Chamber of Commerce presents annual report showing growth in town with new dwellings and premises built, large production and exports, and improvements in industry. It notes favorable seasonal conditions, some disease and market challenges, and ongoing works at coke and other facilities with plans for next year.
A partial obituary tribute recalls the deaths of long serving President Mr Magee and Treasurer Mel W. Bexy. The passage laments loss to the Chamber and town, noting their civic roles and extensive community involvement across multiple profiles and local activities.
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