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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 28, 1932
Page
3
The Premier announced a new settlement affecting railway workers including reinstatement and equal treatment under the Railway Act. Disciplinary actions were not involved, and the move aimed to restore workers to their positions while the government enforced the rules.
Friday results list first prize to So 86080 Must Win with Alvert II Ausilo, Plulba, and Jim Mar Tell from Mareeba placing third to No 57a Poinsettio syndicate Merc. 8 McGill. fourth went to No 68701 Washing Day syndicate Mrs. A. Be Melmald Sarit. fifth to No 20087 Royal Baguet syndicate J. Duggan Tally.
A Bowen community page lists diverse happenings from theatre to races. Tivoli Theatre presents Phomader with Tom Walls and Ralph Lynn, plus The Black Camel with Warner Oland. The Rodeo Express Race at Bowen Show promises thrills and a port Denigan Sailing Club dance features the Executator Orchestra and city officials. Exportable products news from Bowen Mamber of Commerce mentions Trochus Shell and Guane trade inquiries.
The Turf reports at Ascot on Saturday results from three principal races. Gay Plumage won the June Handicap ahead of Snowman and Gift Gun, with Wlone et4toil in fourth. Final Handicap saw Michanes first, Bridge Party second, Royal Force third, won by a length.
Rosehill and Flinders highlight a busy Saturday card in Sydney. In the Welter Celtic won by a half length from Sunlit Reef with The Maya third as the winner paid 1 6 a unit. In the Gun Handicap Finders led Khartoum by half a length with King Slareh close behind and a payoff of 2 20 to 1.
Williamstown tracks report Saturday results led by Red ditch winning Bay of Biscay in a two length margin at 6 to 1. Steeplechase winner Pre gocious led Flavedo and Appellant by two lengths at 11 to 2. Point Cook Handicap saw Liquid Cry prevail at 14 to 1 over Myarin and Mural Crown by one length.
In the first test match in London India posted a strong performance and dismissed England for 259 in their first innings. Ninsar bowled superbly taking six wickets for 8 runs to set the pace as England faltered during the opening session.
A Bowen quarterly shareholders meeting presided by J Maltby with 22 growers discussed tomato ripening, a dedicated ripening room, and seeking a Department of Agriculture expert. They considered A line steamers for shipping, marking of tomato cases under 1927 act, and limiting consignments to trusted buyers to protect local markets.
Senator McLachlan announced that the Commonwealth Government will convene a conference of sugar interests in Adelaide. The Australian Sugar Producers Association and Queensland Cane Growers Council seek to delay until Ottawa conference results are known. Mr Cover says the Prime Minister hinted at possible repudiation of the sugar agreement, with talks focused on lowering retail sugar prices.
Harold Russell aged 27 a mechanic faced court on Saturday charged with the murder of his wife Ivy and two children at Suichine on June 11. Detective Siderdick said Hassell testified Russell admitted being present and the police allege a death pact with his wife. Russell admitted forming a later marriage with a young girl while his wife was alive and was remanded to July 1. The court heard the events at 11 o'clock that night at a swimming pool.
Reports from Wynedlucia indicate no news on the German aviator Berber. Constable Marshall and his search party are expected to report definite news today or tomorrow.
Rebels seize control of Bangkok amid a chaotic takeover. Loyalist forces battle through streets as foreign observers report heavy weaponry, a royal residence fire, and the capture of key officials. The palace is breached and security forces clash with insurgents throughout the capital.
Five banks face deposit declines with millions in doubt as a total asset scare haunts markets. The report notes uneasy conditions, financial leaders weigh remedies, and mentions looming actions by agencies and investors.
The Greatest Show on Earth by Wirth Bros Circus Ltd comes to town with a special train entry. Read about thrilling acts including a diver with a remarkable feat, Cossacks, juvenile wonders, dancing dolls, and an evening program at the Hotel Ozone on Wednesday, June 29 at 2 pm.
The School of Arts Library and Museum lists opening hours for the library from Tuesday to Friday with specific reception and issue times and a reading room open daily except Sunday. A scale of charges shows half-yearly and quarterly rates, with concessions for youths under 18 and separate rates for travelling companies and dancers. K. L. Mackenzie is secretary and librarian.
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