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Newspaper

Bowen Independent

Location

Bowen, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jul 18, 1941

Page

2

Local Notice on Dragen Mutts Dated for Saturday Event

Attention in dragen to a mutt His dwae awising that he foxen wa se wapply. will ty eat off toanorra from 11 nam to 4 pum for ME purpose of effecting repute to the reticulation.

Immunisation Against Diphtheria Stance Across Town Meeting

A report on immunisation against diphtheria discussed at the Town Council monthly meeting. The council grapples with cost shifts, vaccination coverage, and obligations for parents. The Medical Inspector’s role and hospital funding are noted as influencing the plan.

A Satisfied Alderman Bob Rodgers Elected to Works Committee

Bob Rodgers, elected as an Independent, praised by Alderman Labone for persistent efforts in council works. He faced criticism of the Works Committees but secured a seat after June and expressed gratitude for improvements in the Douhetys Creek area.

Couneil Bob” Rodgers Labone Bob Larbanr Douehty Connell Andrews Wear Rodgers Ninhe Works Committee

Abuse of Rest Room In Town Hall Sparks Protest

Residents condemn filthy rest room in the Town Council building between Conwell Chambers and the School of Arts. Cleanup by janitors fails to stop odor and mess, drawing public protest and calls for action from the council. Local readers express concern over community welfare and cleanliness standards.

Fe Conwell Chambers School of Arts Uta Tnrd Ballaing Connell Wwe

The Weather Latest Week Reports

A weather bulletin notes the week ahead shows variable temperatures and humidity with expected rain in parts. Forecasts indicate possible heat and cooling periods, with regional details pending from local stations and meteorologists.

Fruit Export Listing From Local Market Notes

A fragmented OCR shows fruit export figures and product counts. Entries mention pineapples peaches tomatoes and bananas with assorted quantities assigned to various locations and traders, though many names and numbers are garbled.

Aerodrome politics and history roiled regional aviation policy

The piece recalls Rowen’s contested aerodrome, the Civil Aviation Department’s takeover, and decades of investment to support a bomber base. It notes past demonstrations, Commonwealth ties, and public expectations for parliamentary action, with local and national voices shaping the fate of the facility.

Rowen Pune Civil Aviation Department Rigiam Proms Australia Commonwealth Rai Helen

Market Reports From Australian Punter Markets

TEM Asewire reports from Sydney and Brisbane show prices moving higher across multiple lines. Prices range from 4 to 14 shillings with gains noted in medium and coloured goods, while grey markets see encumbers rising to 12 shillings.

Asewire Sydney Brisbane Sotbourny

Visit of R A F Recruiting Officer to Bowen 1841

The Australian Air Force recruiting officer R A F will visit Bowen on Friday 25 July 1841 to interview applicants. Bowen locals report the interview may lead to recruitment. officials express cautious optimism about the prospect.

R.a.af Ross Australian Air Force Will Visiit Bowen Jatti Rai IAAP Ranvedi TL Moore Hun Oral RAAF Canim AL Chambers

Bowen's export timetable prompts football focus

A fragmentary note outlines a Sunday football event and a Bowen companion plan. It mentions Norman McLean of the drink View and a team named the Aly Fords with an upcoming schedule. Other lines reference speakers, synths, and community involvement without clear dates or outcomes.

Wweke Bowen Xportin Vilendar Norm McLean Thu Whine Aly Fords Myo Wits Toe Ann Totter Wayne Auuke Lorertnivn Sunny

Australian Comforts 30WEN Fund Donations Report

Donations acknowledged from various contributors include Me Committee Proceeds rifle of centre donated by Mea J. Pucmer eight pounds four shillings and two pence, and other gifts totaling several pounds. References to donors, addresses, and internal ledger notes indicate a local fundraising effort with multiple supporters and receipts.

Hve Gente Ailly Me Committee Rifle of Mea J. Pucmer B. J Mareny

Townsville Show Ad and Event Details

A damaged OCR fragment describes a Townsville show listing with dates May and June and mentions venue names and prizes. It references a center and shows various unreadable words. The readable bits suggest an admission theme and potential performances or exhibits, but many items are garbled.

DUPcrowTOR Paper Guar and Phodsony Slavs Rowen

A fragment notes Rowen stocking items described as DUPcrowTOR Paper, guar, and Phodsony Slavs. No clear event or context provided beyond product mentions and supplier.

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