Bowen's Mineral Wealth and Northern Queensland Prospects
A correspondence between Mr Arthur Coburn MLA and Ministers discusses mineral potential in the Bowen district. It outlines plans for geological and geophysical surveys, a Commonwealth and state collaboration, and the aim to identify deposits with national strategic value while boosting export earnings through increased production. The response requests explicit data on metals whose production is currently insufficient for requirements and may need imports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Coburn
Lee
Ad Cle
Queensland
Commonwealth
Colutitn
Dolor
Owen
Thielve
Nouthern
Whooping Cough Immunisation Debate at Jiepieetiog Rowen Town
City health officials discuss free whooping cough immunisation paid by Commonwealth Health Dept. The Mayor cites Dr Kelney’s suggestion to extend free immunisation to prevent diphtheria too. Councillors argue over hospital vs local authority responsibility and funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commonwealth
Commonwealth Health Dept
Kelney
Ald. Wellson
AL Corrie
Church Notes Commissioner Josh James Career Sketch
Commissioner Josh James, longtime Salvation Army leader in Eastern Australia, studied and served under General Booth. The note highlights his career path from officer to commander, his education at the International Trinity College in London, and his broad experience in church work and public ministry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josh James
Terri Orld
Salvation Army
Australa
Tulyath
Answelor
Trinitoy College
Londo
Inverdon Road Faults Bring Council Critique and Action
Inverdon Road section of Herbert Street facing long-standing disrepair prompts Town Council review. Overseer report dated June 6 cites engineers from Madnitenity Commission and Wangaratta Shire, urging a cost-sharing reconstruction plan with the Commission to avert recurring subsidence and ongoing maintenance. Mayor notes repeated failures and calls for Commission takeover of full reconstruction costs.
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Inverdon Road
Herbert Street
Livingstone Street
Soldiers Road
A. H. Mortenson
Jone
Booklesy and Crittenden
Madnitenity Commis Aloo
Lanai
Mortensen
Mary Honda
Tix
Rotchers
Nobling
Associate Bowls by Kitty in Pleasant June Weather
In fine weather on June 18 the Selectural Trophy finals were played. Kerrinan’s team won the minor. Somateh and Martin’s teams took various wins. Kinelly and Mew claimed bowls, Qualls second vice president. The event marked a change from Pennl, with each team meeting all others. Mrs. Shardlow, the first president, was lauded as a builder of women’s bowling in Rowen. 46 associates attended, and well wishes were sent to Mrs. Shardlow. President Mrs. Strange read inaugural minutes. a party at Mrs. Shardlow’s home celebrated her leadership. A leather writing case and self-filling pen were presented to Mrs. Shardlow. many spoke of her value to the club. A welcome home to Mer Kelly occurred, with gifts and expressions of gratitude. Subscriptions are invited for the Club Championships, Novice teaplay, and other events. nomination forms for September Townsville Ch ippionships are now available.
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Tony
Kerrinan
Somateh
Martin
Wr. F. Shardlew
Bowen ii
Readgate
Thr
Rowen
Shrerdtaw
Shardiow
Everyione
Ars
BE. Meone
Shure
Bowl Fox Associates
Shardlow Sali
Kelly
Grovi
Reeve
Weston
Myre
Army and Australian liaison in a distant post
In Sydley since 1p m, Wid has traveled thousands of miles as liaison to the Army. The text notes Corps outposts, extensive Bov-Int operations, and bureaus for missing people, with mobile patrols aiding the public and a tall commanding official overseeing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wid
Sydley
Rheer
Fis
Wali Howey
Bearlay
Shire Auditor's Report Debate Clouds Council Work
The Shire Council debated the Auditor General Mr. T J Woods letter and public access to the Auditor's report. Dr J Cummins urged clearer statements while the chairman insisted on openness and that residents may read the full report and Clerk's comments at the office.
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T. J. Woods
Whingeratia Shire Council
Tall
Comnell
Dr. G. Pott
Mrr
Wools
Commins
Woody
Dr. Cummins
Whatman
Crot
McLean
Cuming
Era
Gr. Lloyd
Woods
Cornell
Cowell
Cumming
Linyd
Chateman
T. Langherty
Wearls
Connell
Comeaing
Clerm Newt
Doe
V. A. Tome
Cormuing
J. J. Crowley
Crittelen
Perusa
Tepoty-Auditor-General
Counel
Mr. Woods
Cummina
Tome
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Bowen
Delta
Neptune
Bowen Fruit Export and
Delta Co-op
LOWES
Snow Queen
Silent Knight
U.M.L
Webb’s Motors
Powell Street
Parkside Bakery
M. J. Crowley
Ideal Cake Shop
Delta Timber Yards
W. Ayles
P.O
Consult
Whitham & Curtis Painters and Decorators
MR. Casey
Shire Auditor's Report
Snooth
Fella
Chaioup Pirate
juBrYs
WLM
Reir
Meu Yr
Vanguard
Boone
Comforee Vanguard
Les Vanguard
F. Withnall
Sinclair Stheet, Bowen
Justus Bonn
Alnger
Benom Priieiy Real
ABC Batners
Ashby Master
Bowen Cycle & Sports Depot
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