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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 20, 1934
Page
3
Daniel Rees MLC former president of the Mersey Federation died yesterday at age 65. The Interstate Council of the Federation held a session and adjourned to pay respect, ordering a halt to coal mine operations across the Commonwealth on the funeral day.
Melbourne Wednesday report says the Loan Council expects the Commonwealth to offer lower interest rates to finance next year’s programs. The Prowlers meet low Altendlag to discuss a preliminary arrangement for a twelve million loan before Christmas amid strong response to the Commonwealth’s actions.
At a Melbourne session the premiers discussed the impending financial year and budget totals. The conference adjourned with no agreement on next year’s deficit, while talks about a potential loan arrangement with the Commonwealth Bank continued.
A statement by Gillan Alder concerning the murder of Percy Smith was presented at the Central Circuit Court yesterday. Audenson, aged 33, of Whexa, was charged with having ordered the killing and with related acts.
On May 21, Edward Henry Morey was found guilty of murder in the death of Smith and sentenced to death. The accused woman, speaking from the deck, claimed innocence while recounting her husband’s rifle grab and her own alleged actions, offering a long, uncertain statement about the night and events.
A fragmented dispatch describes pirate action near the Yellow River and subsequent rescue operations. Government agents coordinate with ships to disengage hostages while Japanese civilians receive aid. Details are uncertain due to garbled OCR, with several names and places only partially readable.
At Rockhampton racing carnival on Monday Vic Napier scored in the second division of the Tridle Handicap beating Crawfurd Lad by two lengths in the five furlongs in 1.9. Windoo Lady led the finish with 4 to 1 odds and 8-7 carried. Spearkop, a three year old by Spearely from Hed Silk, won the Rockhampton Cup by a head from Btreaintin and Young Whodley in 2.34.
The selectors have invited Wratt as captain and players including Walters Farnes Mutellifte Haminti Heniken Lerland Amex Verly Bowen to attend Lord’s for the second Test. Further names may follow later. Chairman Staniey Jackson said Larwood will not play in the Tests.
Australia defeated England by eight wickets in a London match. Scores show England 197 in first innings, Australia replying with 200. Key contributions include Woodfull, McCabe, Chipperfield, Grimmett, and Read in bowling for Australia, while Trwcom, Lyon, Grimmett, and Valentine led the Gentlemen’s batting efforts.
Scores from the week’s fixtures show A grade Husdellx vy vs Emb the fit games to A Payne v Hillview 60 games to 44. B grade Kinssetty v Weet Ea Blue 44 to dT.
The Davis Cup match coverage lists Crawford defeating Groene, Merlin defeating Megruth, and Bonesmy scoring, with Australia preparing to face Czechoslovakia as France is eliminated. The report highlights imperfect play and crowd seating disruption during key moments.
Brisbane factions split the 18 footers scene, forming a new Brisbane Eighteans Squadron to preserve the 14 foot class while challenging the established 18 footers. The move aims to shield traditional skiff types and resolve rivalries between clubs amid evolving boat designs.
Odd auction note lists Litt Sharpie Vision gear including three extras and a partial price. Buyer seeks offers, guarantees and mutual aid implied, with quoted price range £10 to £15.
New stocks of hooks lines and tackle landed at E. H. Boulter Saddlery Sparta Depot. Herbert Bt. Phoya 69 and 175 Bowen P.O. Sox 120. Baye money by buying locally. Deals advertised for fishing tackle and sporting goods.
A brief notice invites readers to procure rubber stamps from The Bowen Independent, advertised at city prices. The item emphasizes affordable, local procurement without extra details or conditions.
Bowen Electric Authority invites tenders to overhaul and repaint its utility track by 12 noon on a date in May to be advised. Specifications from Manager-Licharge at the Power Station, Bowen. Tenderers must supply a suitable truck for Authority use during overhaul. Envelopes marked Tender. Town Clerk A Moorh, Bowen.
A broad reward notice lists many names and properties in Victoria and surrounding regions for information leading to the committal or conviction of persons stealing cattle or horses or illegally possessing hides or beef. Rewards range up to fifty pounds for committal and lesser sums for possession incidents, with numerous associated ranches, towns, and companies named.
The notice announces a vetoed football play and a forthcoming trainer meeting for listed players. It states the conditions require a strict attendance policy, with the secretary Mr J Gough enforcing the rule. Additional names and a schedule announcement follow, mentioning daily evening sessions from today at 5 pm.
Fragmented OCR notes refer to World War I context with vague timing and figures. The legible bits mention time references and possible dates, but critical details are missing. The readable content is insufficient to identify a clear event, place, or person.
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