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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 03, 1935
Page
3
Edwin Barnett of Glendale California was born a day after his brother Howard and died at 88. His brother Edward in New York died two hours after their death amid a distant family note of loss.
The article recounts George Cordel claiming he escaped custody nine years ago while awaiting a quarter sentence for forgery and altering. He asserts influence from his wife Cornish and describes a vivid plan aboard a speeding train, debts, a metal tag, and a ravenous pursuit as he evaded authorities and a public photo misidentification.
The Tivoli Theatre hosts Stanley McKay’s Galetoes of 1935 opening revue Leva Be Gay tonight with a full company including Comely, Mage Buckley, Victor Burke, Winnie Egerton and others. New acts and a special Friday matinee promise 200 percent refinement. seating available at the box office.
Bowen Independent correspondent from Mount Coolon reports that the Mount Coolon Gold Mine Ltd has faced water shortages and industrial strife. Morley’s Miners’ Notice in a shop window sparked local comment as heavy rains arrive and supply improves. The union and management debate resumption of operations on June 22 is discussed, with potential restart dependent on water and wage sustenance appeals.
A report notes the death of Veptalon John Britth Tolan Armny, accidentally shot by his native orderly. The incident is treated with solemn respect for the memory of the fallen serviceman and the loyal servant involved.
The Howgit Chib meet opens Friday with horses Hobit Potin Brown Cat Four Molly's Speech Primmary Producer and Marcolus set for events. On day one Baburday wins the First Thirlaton handicap by two lengths. Nor mis Lad Sabe Gallapp 81 and 115. Acquaintance, a Deerborough colt, dominates the Two-year-old Handicap over six furlongs with a five length victory and new course record. Acquaintance had previously set a record at DL 25) showing strong form for the weekend.
Apparent legal notice warns against interference with stock holdings from multiple properties. Mentions names and dates in unclear form and references prosecutions without regard to individuals. The text includes scattered numbers and terms indicating meeting tenders and insertions in a damaged record.
Rain ruined the Southern Zone Carnival football at Ayr Agron Emiluy, stalling play and muddy conditions. Bowen’s team and Calligeriihc battled hard while Ayr narrowly topped Proaerplue in a close finish. Home Hill beat Chartera Towers 14 to none, and Ayr’s Hopes remained bright despite the rough weather.
In poor conditions the Malvern Cup third heat was won by J Edgerton with a time of 24 ton 3eiedt. Payne showed strong form finishing second with 245. Martin again placed well, and Horan and Simeneh were noted as fast juniors. A further cycle race is planned for Saturday at the Central Hotel.
A fragment outlines fines for committal not exceeding £59,conviction up to £408 and lists numerous names and estates across Birralee Lochworth Strathmore Woolworth etc. It mentions property like cattle, beef, or horses and includes names such as WHARTON & Co GILCHRIST WATT & CUNNINGHAM TUL BEAR PASTORAL COMPANY and REGGS AUSTRALIA LTD along with multiple stations and districts.
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