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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 31, 1932
Page
7
A local report notes that a flower pan yields an extract measured at 1 em Squace and that additional funds are being allocated. The piece emphasizes rising expenditure in related experiments and mentions observers tracking the results.
A pocket guide issued by the Mines Department outlines prospecting methods, legal requirements, and areas for mining in Queensland. It includes an insert map, notes on gold prospects, and guidance to avoid legal risks. Copies are available from government offices at a price of one shilling plus postage.
November 1932 gold yield across Queensland mines totals 4 484 fine ounces valued at £7 120, up from 1931. Eleven months to November report 27 748 pounds value with increased output and no dividends declared. Detailed figures list multiple mines with varying results and a new sampling program by Gold Mines Ltd under Mt. Conlon assay plans.
The Bowen Town Band held its February 1982 meeting at Behoo of Act. President Kent chaired as minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. Inward correspondence from Home Hill Presbyterian Church and a new Brass and Military Band League were discussed. Funds and affiliations were debated. a revised meeting date and potential sponsorships were considered.
A Mt Coolon Coulon Chamber of Commerce deputation to the Waupga Shire Council protested the expansion of a nearby gold mine town. They argued the town should not be allowed to grow at the site near four road junctions and sought water supply powers and restraint on new housing. The council and mine manager defended current policy and warned a second town could ruin business, with the deputation promising follow up.
Obituary style notice recalling Mr. Dibben of Dorsetside England who arrived in Bowen in 1884 and lived at Lilyvate and Mowat Marhin before contributing to Proserpine farming, stock, and sugar industry. Details of his family, shifts, and community service mark the passing of one of the era’s oldest settlers.
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