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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1939
Page
2
A cryptic report notes Tol Cochrane age T2 at the Kennedy Trespuil on Bias venue The Tower Jett ply Goly Prinity with a 0 4300 jam today.
A special stamp will be issued in November to honor the appointment of the Duke of Kent as Governor General. Details remain secret for now with the head of state presumed to appear on the stamp. The Prime Minister spoke to Parliament about the plan last Thursday and the ceremony may occur in Canberra on November 1.
A chaotic report details a sequence of blamed errors and miscommunications at an industrial port. Ships arrive from Brisbane and other regions, while local teams face a disorderly process of loading and movement. The event disrupts the town’s main street operations and delays the Towneville cargo schedule.
In a harbour mishap a newly built VeeJay design by Jock Horan for Jim Overend capsized during a Sunday launch. The craft sank after taking water, the crew including the owner and crewman were rescued by Faith Ti and others, with all aboard suffering exposure and cold before reaching shore. Weather and seas hindered early rescue efforts as bystanders watched and police coordinated the response.
Militia notes call all Bowen detachment members to attend a parade at the drill hall on Wednesday next for the First Dress Ceremony ahead of the June 26 visit by the Governor. Final practice on June 21 will announce pay parade for the year ending June 20. Members must attend at least one parade in June. civilians may attend in civilian clothes if not yet assigned.
Probate of the will of Robert Shephard of Bieber Proserpine proceeds at the Supreme Court in Peithy po Agnes Jose Bhephens of Beemer Prosi phe widow the Thlon Truste Company of Avveralin Ltd and others named as executors. Sworn under 21704 220 075 with Kelly and Abeesr ming Tea and Proves the Rem.
Results from the Hivligeots meeting at Collis include divisions with top finishers such as Bard and Lew Behutar in the Fourth. Alphons and Lowen in the Fifth. and other near-winners like Mack Styles Inbilee and Hugman.
A fragmented notice records Birthday celebrations dated for December and November in Western Australia. It mentions people and places including Wil Stites and Bnygimnd, with unclear events surrounding the King’s holiday and local observances. The text is garbled but preserves references to dates and locations.
The will of the late Sir Mathew Nathan directs a sum of £100 to the Arishane Chirley Organization Society.
A local gathering at Merinda featured the Ambulance, Arty school activities, and live music by the Ocean Orchestra. Attendees enjoyed a full supper, a plate-recording expert demonstration, and a diverse program with prize draws and a new hanger dance novelty.
Promoters announce the Amin show at Bower Wy Sth with a July date. Tickets and details promise cooling treats from Kelly's Ice as experts gear up for a public hotdays event.
Glen Jones reports the municipal council faces opposition as plans to build a port track on the main street advance. Aldermen call reports of hotel growth and other developments overblown and vow to protest, while officials weigh legal actions under the 14 Act and discuss impacts on local trade and wealth.
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