Air Service Discontinued Pending Investigation
The Rover Aerodrome operated by IMMVEN AERODROMM faces unsafe service concerns granted by the Chii Aviation Department. A telegram to Clyll Aviation Department from Bowen requests suspension of schedules on 1 July due to increased passenger load, while authorities cite unsafe conditions and promise further investigation and possible restoration of regular service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rover Aerodrome
Ics
Bec de
Amatra- Uno
Chii Aviation Department
Bowen
McRce
Clyll Aviation Department
Melhourne
Tundershand Ltdy
Ddrties
Austealia
Harbour Board Finance May Fortunes Report
May 1940 figures from the Bowen Harbour Board show improved revenue and gains despite a strike. The first five months of the year indicate growth over the previous period, with a notable increase in net receipts and overall income compared with the same serial period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tee Tronwich
May exports and bunkers show mixed May to May changes
In May output data show a rise in Aw Oo eo exports and a rise in bunkers. May creoe handles T27 tens 3 ewt of tamkers Au 250 bots 12 ew of cargo con. Overall trade figures indicate increases in some cargo categories and declines in others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olsen
Dore
Creoe
Tamkers
Lakers
Binkers
Eorg
Tsikh Tone
Shire Valuation Appeal Set For June Hearing
The Shire of Wongaratta Valuation Appeal will be heard by the Paleo Magistrate at Bowen Court House at 10 on Wednesday June 20th. The hearing concerns the five year period ahead for the Shire’s volunteers ride.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Crowler
Wongaratta
Paleo
Bowen Court House
Town Finances and End of Siwy Balances Report
The town’s year end balances show the General Fund and several municipal accounts. Amounts are recorded for the Town Treasury at Connell Chambers, Electric Light Fund, Water Fund, and other street and public works accounts with figures listed in pounds and shillings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Siwy
Boeial
Connell Chambers
Rathin Ta Ae Uth
War Maps For Sale At Bowen Independent Office
War maps are offered for sale at the Bowen Independent Office. The notice indicates available maps and encourages readers to visit the office for purchase. Local readers may obtain the maps detailing theaters of operation and allied positions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WAR Maps
FACH
Bowen Independent
War Savings Certificates Drive Grows at Commonwealth Bank
The Commonwealth Bank local branch reports continued strong sales of War Savings Certificates and calls for formation of new groups. Names listed include Charles N. Feeney and Harkness, with several others from Proserpine. Jerry Defteros plans ongoing subscriptions to aid the war effort.
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The
Commonwealth Bank
H. W. Kueselngen
Grompe Ims Glven
Jorusalea
Mae Lovdily
Charles N. Feeney
Harkness
W. BR
Lecao
Proserpine
Amy MoUs
Mmone
Flowdow
Mra
Wilson
Jerry Defteros
Patriotic Ball at Bowen Theatre Promises Notable Attendance
Citizens are invited to attend a patriotic event at the Thyell Theatre tonight hosted by the AC F patriot movement. His Excellency the Governor and Lady Wilson are expected, with copper red white and blue tickets and limited seating. Militia members promised admission and a supper arranged by the Ladies Committee.
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Bowen
Turelig
Prent Ac.f. Patriot
Thyell
Elf
Howen
Wilson
Lowen
Tivol
Militin
Splendid Patriotic Effort Aids Local Comfort Fund
A Friday night dance hosted by the Morinda Belool committee honored Teacher Mr. Weber and Mrs. Weber to raise funds for wartime comfort items. Generous donations from Bowen Times supporters helped push the total toward twenty pounds. Local treasurer A. Moore’s office confirmed the fund will support those in need, with printers offering wartime supplies like typewriter ribbons from Bowen Independent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Weber
Weber
Tateler
Rts
Morinda
Bawen Times
CME
Anderson
Fona Moores
Melbourne Motor Show Exhibit Produced Gas Engine
A garbled report from the Melbourne Motor Show describes an exhibit featuring a gas powered engine mounted in a vehicle. Details mention a back grille, external indicators, and a coal powered model, with references to prototypes, production aspects, and a potential petrol feed absence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Exhibioad
Kean Athrouius
Melanie
Saab
Patriotic Flags Available at Bowen Independent Offices
Inquiries welcome at Bowen Independent offices regarding patriotic flags. Ton prices and detailed options listed. customers urged to compare sizes and materials for appropriate display needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bowen
Personal visits and war veteran notices in Townsvilliry society
A fragmentary report lists locals and visitors in Townsville area social circles, noting trips to Brisbane and Beacon hotel, wartime returnees, relief clothing efforts at Tigham, and a long roll of attendees from Musas to Trevet. Names include Mr. Lise, Tash, Mackay man, Milrogi, Inkwer, Luddington, Burger, Wilke, Brann, and many others among guests and hosts.
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Mercury
Wien
Yowinsville
Mackay
Pire
Lise
Brisbane
Akso
Karen Ra Tun
Musas
Milos
Doughty
Ituddick
Mae Teak
Cistapher
Coushas
Lleps
Thipper
Luddington
Burger
Analer
Ityan
Ties
Comer
Hhowington
Cankey
Oyen
Sterling
Marison
Staples
Ars
Graham
Wrkein
Miss Laborminty
Livers
Miss Dyers
Tolmes
Boley
Mra
Hawden
Breen
Ates
Bata
Mira
Tintehiings Aid Child
Cok
Hotel
Kde
OG. Rotheveiker
Nora Thompson
Cmady
Mobertson
Kundle
Lea Beach
Messrs
Craven
Donee
Townsviliey
Mire
McDhinald
Htt
Moe
Mors
Moore
Ifiehenden
Les
Mike Kul
Lite
Weather brief with scattered rain and rising temps
Fragmented forecast notes heavy rainfall on a Wenndeniey totality event with showers at Chisnti and rainfall around eight patty inches. Temperatures rise from midweek levels with 67 on Saturday and 64 on Sunday. Tuesday forecast unclear but noted warmth persists.
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Chisnti
Bob
Mika
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R. Miller & Co
George
Hervicy
Chente
Reckitt
Grand View Hotel
Hox
North Queensland
J. N. McLean
Whitsunday
Queensland
Happy Bay
Long Is
Dergutson
Thoroguoute & T
Liam Ellon-Saitth
CL. Darwen
Mox
Owen
Boat Building & Repairing Specialty
J. D. Withnall Ae Contractor
P.O
Swiss Davies
Williame Street
Proserpins
E. J. Caine
Powell Street
Visita Proserpine
Thoradeye
M. Barry
Bowen School of Arta
Gorgeon Deulis
Shire Ball, Bowen
Bone
Bread & Service
F.C
Bowen, Ph
Yar Anlinfortinn
E. L. Pott
Proprietress
G. McCallum
Kennedy Street
Townsville
Alnuska, Rubin, Co
Burny Philp & Co
the Air Service
Harbour Board Finance
Mhats Tieate
Appeal Court
Queen’s Beach Hotel
Colin Reynolds
Medias
Ty Permanente
Boats For Hire
Adulia Gd
Sal
Batha
Monnday
Tueady
Haley Wil
Elise Am
G Siaredlow
Blondie
Lealie Wilson
Huistil
Bora Ghawernmienl
Office
Splenimia
Alliss Allis
Epel Creek
Ington and Royal
B.J. Magee Pty.Ltd
House of Values
Im Inc
Bach
B. J. Magee Pty. Ltd
Roy
Btepleud
Jett
Townsvillery
Qttern
Anghan Syren
Trev. Buyers
Tesday
Tigham
N. Gordon
Williams Street
General Carrier
Asia
W. P Davey
TaitHind
A. Irvine
King's
King Bowen
Tor Servite
Tivoli Cafe
Mike
Pivoti
G. Stephanos
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