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Newspaper

Bowen Independent

Location

Bowen, Queensland, Australia

Date

Mar 01, 1940

Page

4

Reward notices for cattle theft and murder across listings

A long list of promises to pay rewards for information leading to arrest or conviction of persons killing, stealing or illegally transporting cattle or horses. Names appear as trustees and recipients across numerous properties and districts, including Langton, Drynie, Chesterfield, Pyramid, and Victoria Downs.

G. Laschues Goorgangs T Wharton & Co Birrales Lolworth Gilchrist, Watt & Cunning TIAM Breathmore and Woodhouse Ther Bear Pastoral Company Richard Foot Cardington Faust Bius Breadalbane Kirkine Pastoral Coy Kirkane Mrs. Ferguson Barwin Stitson V. A. Toms Moss Vale HB. Cox Brookfield Chiverton and Inkerman A. Paine & CO Mr. Pleasant Hanore Downs Ritley AL Witalan Aloult Pott Burnteat Major's Creek R. Mouort Pandanus Creek Bourke Bros Lochinvar W. H. G Ough Glenare Atrathdon Victoria Downs OO Victoria Downe

Dr Morse Indian Root Pills Ad Promotes Easy Digestion

Wise Folk Te praises Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills as a reliable aid for digestion and relief from minor health issues. The text touts the pills as the best remedy for digestive trouble, urging timely use and stressing their growing popularity across social classes.

Dr. Morse

Racing selections from Brisbane Courier Fourth Division chaotic list

A long OCR fragment lists numerous race entries and participants from Brisbane and Sydney venues, naming horses such as Granville Novice and Westmont The Flying Knight, jockeys, stakes like Pageant How Mp and Brownwith Stakes, plus discuss of Newmarket and Adelaide meetings, betting shifts and notable importations.

Fort Denison Sailing Club Leads No Races on Sunday

The Fort Denison Sailing Club will not race on Sunday for the W. H. Darwen Memorial and Club Hotel trophies. Ten boats will contest the trophies with four skippered by sailors not directly connected to the late W. H. Darwen. Other trophies and results from local regattas and upcoming events are noted, including remarks on entries, venues, and possible protests.

Denison Sailing Club W. H. Darwen Memorial and Club Nonn W. H. Darwen Jim Claude Hen May Bob W. H. OD Ahanelayea T. M. Binith Photon Coumercig Rhythm Ondine Stonehaven Danton Manor Che Bird

Wanted Nine Babies Fature Wives of Amelia Seek Lower Marriage Age

The Fature Wives of Amelia, a group formed by 20 New York University girls, will petition the legislature to lower the required parental consent age for marriage to 17. They advocate that if they could marry at 17, they might have started families sooner. New York law currently requires parental consent for marriages where a party is under 18.

Amelia New York University Anys Tex Meer Premission Ef Lo New York

Owen Licensed and General Plumber Poole and Tree-Bowen

A historical notice shows Owen Licensed and General Plumber Poole and Tree-Bowen with contact details for plumbing work. The brief entry highlights services offered and the professional designation.

Neo Triumphs in Suulish Handlep Sprint at Flemingtod

On New Year's Day at Flemingtod Neo won the Suulish Handlep event with a straight six finish. Chan took second place in the Onkieleh Phete dash, while the field showed tight competition and steady speeds throughout the race.

Chan Neo Flemingtod Minis Recatst University Div Wlaht Voor Weber

Tote Dividends Declared in Brisbane Under Racing Act

Friday new regulations set by the Racing Act provide three tote dividends for eight starters at the Brisbane event. Officials note the changes apply to all eligible races and betting pools.

Brisbane

Boxing Memory Of Dempsey McCarthy Fight In San Francisco

A historical boxing note recalls the February 2 bout where world middleweight champion Jack Dempsey defeated Australian Bill McCarthy in San Francisco. The fight lasted 28 rounds, about two hours, and the event is cited as memorable with a February 21, 1810 date referenced in error or antiquated context.

T Pe Anulyeremry Noupareil Jack Dempsey Bill McCarthy San Francisco

World Middleweight Title Fight Negotiations Grow

Claimants Al Hostak and Cefering Garcia near the world middleweight title dispute with a likely year end bout. Seattle training is favored, while New York could yield bigger profits for Gareth, as Hostak seeks a favorable percentage split and familiar earnings from prior ventures.

al Hoatak Cefering Garcia Hostak Settle Gareth Erawid Mike Jacoha Tilking New York Seattle Drraxnain Pines Noenik Draxnan Frediy Storie Solly Krelger Kreiger

Hutchison Challenges Ron Richards in Boxing Round

The article notes Hutchison challeng ing Ron Richards after defeats by Ala West- Teury and other champions. It cites multiple Australian and American boxers across feather, lightweight, welter, and middleweight divisions, including Griff, Grime, and Danyer, with references to Corbett, Dempsey, and Fitzsimmons in historical context.

Ala West- Teury Amstraliaa Wweltey Chiwelehr Janney Hutchison Tran Richards Weber Heney Atmetree Billy Grim Adetralia Grime Searoor Edidig Butcher Danyer Grav Billy Hilarda Tiehen Griffu Australia James J. Corbett Corbett Griff Noo Wan Harry Greb Welterweicht Jack Dempsey Denpeey Bob Fitvskumons Menelkht

Newspaper Costs Rise Amid War Pressures

The Adnor- Viger Newspapers Tita meeting heard chairman Mr. J Downer warn that war, newsprint shortages, and higher freight rates are driving costs higher. He noted newsprint imports drive expenses and the Italian currency depreciation worsens the burden on publishers.

J. Downer Adnor- Viger Tita

Queensland offers to boost cotton if federal policy aids

The Queensland Minister for Agriculture signals that if the Federal Government fixes the Australian cotton price before the textile policy meeting in Brisbane, Queensland and nearby states could mostly cover domestic cotton needs. He notes large imports from the United States due to dollar weakness and blames Federal policies for the cotton difficulties.

Agriculture Bir Rolewk Sid Ion Briabane

Bowling Notes on Weekend Events and Social Play

Weekend bowling featured a heavy turnout with soft pin action and close games. Ladies bowled in force with several decent scores, a bridge tournament brought thanks to organizers, and a social supper concluded the evening with hopes for favorable weather for next week.

Winlow Wits Tle Colne Arie Mors Kvetaen Mollowlog

Rink games and scores from a misted report

Kent leads early on but loses ground. final 25 25 10 in bits. Reports list players like Kent, Deacon, Skinher, Toppenbers, Ceara, Dilonis, Kent, Kelly, and Mrs. Smith among others. Several matchups include Fils, Cowan, Strage, and Mabe ward with varied scores and notes on practice needs.

Raiwnkiy Wyper Kent Calda Fils Cowan Slaeiiee Kiesehapeg Ceara Nonwe Chet Mveli Dilonis Dentstein Auevod Kelly K A Trogers Rageera Snell Sumdey Tou Stel Tome Vyper Oy Strange Ftnney Banith Hasville ink—Dlonis Kelly Vy Es Bhudlow Lysaght Mery Night

Bowen Independent Advertise Your Sale To Public

Advertising note invites readers to place ads for selling items with affordable rates. Mentions Bowen and General News Rd per copy and paid delivery. Encourages using newspaper advertising to reach the public at a price that suits pockets.

Bowen Independent Bowen General News

Bowen Cricket Association selects Bowen team for trial matches

The Bowen Cricket Association plans revised northern fixtures under W. H. W. PF and lists Bowen players including AMetabe, O Tredilhy, Rogers and Barnes. Dates unsettled, with a trial and two Bowen teams named for Sunday fixtures and weather permitting.

Bowen Bert Tenn Wh W. PF Ives O'Tredilhy Rogers Barnes Nnt Proserpine Elase Bowen Y Trascirpiire Erie

Tance a Party NoveltiRg Widespread North See

Unclear fragmentary text mentions a party and northern region with references to dress and reason. No identifiable people, organizations, places, dates, or outcomes are readable for a reliable summary.

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Novelty Dance Items in Demand for Parties and Balls

Advertises a wide range of novelty party items from balloons and confetti to whistles and noisemakers. Includes prices and product names, urging readers to inspect stock for dances, parties, and social events. © A compendium of overseas press material provided.

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