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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1940
Page
2
Owing to newsprint rationing, the notice asks the public to order extra copies in advance to save paper. W B H Darwen and Sons express thanks to Dr Bell Matron Hid arsine staft and friends for tributes and sympathy after a recent bereavement. Mr and Mrs P Welonnell.
In Brisbane, army headquarters in Melbourne ordered a suspension on ammunition for life eluba. The president of the Queensland Rifle Association, Mr. W. Ehnecan, states rifle clubs will not engage in weekly shooting within the BFA this week.
Aly Gibson of Home Hill visited Bowen this week while Abe Darwen returned from Collinsville. HL Christus arrived from Ingham for a holiday with Aly Mas. Hoey of Bowen hosts Lieut Mette on a brief Townsville visit. Mr and Mrs Stanfney plan a weekly trip to Thora Iklan. Gather transferred to Burns Philp & Co at that port.
Local fair organizers announce the Bowen Show featuring cattle, pigs, crops, and domestic arts. Entries close on June 27 with judging July 3. exhibits must arrive by the committee’s office.
After a year’s wait the Bowen Turf Club invites public to the Jane Race Meeting this Saturday. Entries are satisfactory with Keen to try new horses for the big annual meeting two weeks later.
A Valuation Appeals Court sitting occurred today with Messrs Towrer PM and K RB Grant LP on the bench. Eighteen appeals were listed and the proceedings moved at a steady pace as the court proceeded.
Members are reminded of the upcoming Thonthiy meeting on Monday with emphasis on attendance. The club notes only two months remain until the sensor and discusses the building fund allocation for War Savings Certificates among other matters.
A historical notice argues Bowen is the best location for a new iron and steel works to supply Australia with galvanised wire and essential commodities. It highlights defense suitability, tested facilities, and support from local chambers and government, urging approval and investment.
Lt. and commandant announce schedule changes for Miowera Camp with new draft drill timing. Personnel will begin duties at Miowera on fortnightly cycles, with Tuesday and Thursday drafts to follow and weekly notices issued by the depot. War maps are available for sale at Bowen Independent Office.
Market reports indicate farmers struggle as Hi season unfolds with limited price relief until main crops mature in July. Telegrams note price pressure across produce including pineapples and other items, while growers await better demand and harvest progress.
A Brisbane dispatch reports 31 more savings groups formed in Queensland as coal miners join the War Savings Certificates program. New branches emerge across towns from Green Goves to Dinmore, with totals by state and a Sydney update noting £28,270 raised at a half day. Commonwealth sum reaches £3,266,012 with state tallies listed.
London dispatch notes speculation over French fleet movements and potential British consequences. Reported chatter mentions fleet actions and possible recognition shifts as French cabinets gain attention in London. The piece hints at ongoing diplomatic maneuvering and public interest in the Paris government’s stance.
Fragmentary notice describes Boudoir Jare 2/8 and Charmosan cold cream marketed as a cosmetic item. References to tubes sold in shops and by alchemists. No clear dates or locations.
The report notes showery conditions and a biting bowed breeze. It mentions two points from the first night of a prior event and references Wednesday dates in a fragmented fashion.
A garbled passage describes skin care items and application phrases. It mentions ingredients and potential tutorials but contains many misspellings and unclear references, making concrete details or claims difficult to parse.
An early 20th century ad notes Charmosan hand lotion marketed as non greasy and gentle for daily use. It targets chemists, drapers, and retailers to stock the product in Emall and local shops.
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