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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1927
Page
2
Brisbane Monday reports describe heavy rain in drought stricken pastoral and grazing districts with up to two inches in some areas and useful falls in the interior. Darling Downs wheat creas share in the precipitation aiding crops and pastures.
The Bowen town band performed on Herbert Street on Saturdays May 3 and June 4 and on the football ground on the previous Sunday. They gathered receipts totaling 24/3, 13/6, and 43/4/4 in respective events, with further totals of 5/8/11 from yesterday’s sports. The program included soprano Mish Molly da Guna of the Sydney Conservatorium, backed by G. O’Sullivan of Ayr and J. By Alligon, with a capable choir and orchestra. The event drew praise for voice quality and technique, noting the artist’s breadth from English songs to arias and opera excerpts.
Brisbane reports the Government granted officer rights in the Public Works Department provoking union anger. The Executive of the Carpenter and Joiners Union urges branches statewide to bind members to refuse PWD employment unless routed through the society. A clash of strength is anticipated.
A Brisbane dispatch reports a test in Innisfall where 256 carecutters were employed at South Tohustone. 19 are British, 240 at Gudrdi show one Bellis, and 244 at Monrllyan reveal no BitinB ets.
A strong earthquake lasting about five minutes shook North Australia on Friday extending from Darwin to the central region near Mobiday. Reported to cause no property damage or injuries. Authorities say tremors were felt across Sydney as well.
Sydney Monday report notes a bid to unite the two Labour factions failed though both sides see a possible deal. An exchange of preferences at the election is thought likely and Lang may push the election before August 27 as factions maneuver to outflank one another.
The new Queensland Governor Goodwin passed through Adelaide on Saturday, expressing happiness at plans for air life, and his interest in Queensland industries and pursuits. He noted anticipation for engaging with the region’s open air life and advances.
A garbled 1927 Gunisalungra snippet reports a motor cycle attack, a found man, and local notices. It mentions Mr Ramsbotham, Mr Olson, and tomato cultivation losses, with scattered names and events, but details are severely distorted in OCR. The piece hints at a near serious accident and ensuing correspondence.
Brisbane reports heavy rain for the O D O meeting with Stradbroke Handicap results led by Running Girl and King Paddington showing strong form in the main events. Coin Nut and Royal Dignity posted clear wins, while Spin Nutis drew Cup expectations as Donald looms in weight for age competition. Sydney Rosehill events saw Weller, Golden Grist, and Cyrov win, Melbourne Flemington noted Princess Hanticap ahead in the V R C meet.
The text shows a garbled OCR fragment listing multiple personal names and possible references to a race or event. Readable entities include Vern Lee and TANNA WEN, but most names and details are unclear. The passage lacks coherent structure or verifiable facts suitable for a full summary.
A rugged summary of the Bowen River races at the Asmua Meeting of the Own River Club. Heavy conditions on Thursday and Friday gave way to strong attendance and lively racing with several winners named including Master Colla for the Storthmare Plate and various horses such as Lulu Mutay, Disguise, and Metwore recording notable finishes across the program.
Fragmentary OCR hints at a notice or ad with a due date and title names. Reads like a muted navigation or loading instruction tied to AUWI. Possible reference to Howen Nfeng Wika Merlin and an upcoming requirement or action by AWK.
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