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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1939
Page
2
The marriage of Miss Jean Tile to Mr Collie Rowan was quietly solemnized at St Andrew Presbyterian, Ayr, on Thursday evening, with Dev Ballinger officiating. The couple left Friday for a holiday at Magnetic Island.
The report notes a novel three foot rubber construction device near an island fetter. A wire mooring hoop is used with compressed air and three ton anchors. The Commonwealth Works Department claims the project may be tied to a procurement overseen by Ryne. The text mentions Mr. Tolin Byrne from the Education Department as a locally known relative.
Infor Hicaiuer Ny reports a French airliner is due here on Friday via the interstate route. The arrival is anticipated to discharge all loads by Saturday, with officials monitoring the unloading and logistical setup.
Townsville morning notes appear garbled with names and actions. A few legible items mention Mr Kent and Captain Curluthia with references to a roll and a saddle maker, plus hints of weather like rain and temperature drops.
Fragmented text describes multiple injuries from street accidents. Ay incident mentions a person named Queena with a lacerated foot and ambulance transport to a hospital. Other details reference joint injuries and a person conveyed by ambulance after a collision, with hospital detention.
The Dienthy meeting of the KLHX is set for tonight. Members are urged to attend as no further meetings may be held in September. The presentation of tro- Whlee is not finalised and housing the pew bonty remains unsettled with urgent questions.
Mr W Worthington has been appointed as a government representative on the Hospitals Board. The appointment was advised by the Department of Health and Home Affairs and published in the Government Gazette on the 27th inst.
The late KE W Lymburner of Inkerman passed away at Mackayan Weliewing. He was a survey worker between Bowen and Avr and Tul ot, with deep knowledge of the Bur Aekin lands. His wife predeceased him aged eighty centhk. Bereaved relatives named include Mosara Eric Nor ith, A Rose, Mrs JM Pringle Bridhaies, Alexander Lyruburner, Mrs Po McMahon, Roy Lymburner. The Dome Hill Observer notes the family’s grief and funeral details.
Market items listed by vendors with prices across categories and goods. Prices shown include various items such as fruits, vegetables, and household wares with ranges roughly from 1 to 18 pence per unit, noting regional names and figures.
STOP PRESS reports a lay of mourning at Birkenhead with relatives and friends of Thetis victims attending a service at St Mary’s church. No further details were available, a statement expected later, and officials indicate the vessel will likely not be moved before Thursday as preparations continue.
Mr and Mrs Percy Nical spend five weeks holiday while Percy is stationed at Homa Street Brisbane. Ben Cols Sydney manager of the C.O.D is at Bowen visiting. Les Denna who capsized in harbour last week makes a successful attempt to reach Cannon Valley with two companions to assist in handling a 16 ft BEIM. Sergeants Snellaml Skinner Bowen and Dabwen of Bowen detachment spent the weekend in Townsville undergoing examination for first appointment to commissioned rank. Bergeaut Snell succeeded. others failed. Sergeant Anell to complete the ten part exam, may be commissioned if successful. Club Hotel visitors included Caldwell Handley Tackett Lillard Chappell Ellenen Whiteside Percival Ryder Harney Redmonds Richanis Ross Peach Mr and Mrs Kyle, Mrs Matthews, Mr and Mrs Minch and two children, Mr and Mrs Murray, Ali, Miss ray, Mr Denia Macray and Brunnette.
A Dulita Hall warming dance features a new Drumhead orchestra and the Town Band at the Drill Hall on Wednesday night. Patrons will be greeted with ban of light refreshments and souvenir programmes. The Governor His Excellency Leele Orme Wilson will perform the official opening between 7 and 8 pm, with a large attendance expected and training for the ceremony held weekly until June 28.
A curious display titled The Marvellous Display of Jom draws attention to ape dannints and Numeriia Mew and Noluy Noveldea for the Winter season. The feature appears at the Rowen Independent TM office.
The Commonwealth to issue a public loan of 27,500,000 with an expected carer of 24,700,000 to cover deficits in New South Wales and Victoria due to droughts and fires. The loan will be secured by the Treasury and carried at an interest rate around 8 1/2 percent per currency unit, tax free apart from ordinary federal tax. Applications may be made through any bank or savings bank, with stock options and instalment provisions.
In Melbourne last week Lieut al nce N A McArchue of the Royal Melbourne Regiment warned that if war broke out it would take about half a million to roundup the enemy in the continent. He noted thousands of foreigners roamed freely and could become potential threats in wartime. The government considered action but urged prompt guidance and measures.
Readers of The Bowen Independent praise playful comic masks featured in a recent issue. The item highlights quirky designs and the charm of small town humor, inviting continued reader engagement and further colorful illustrations.
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