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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 03, 1939
Page
2
The article lists church services at Tames Presbyterian Church and Church of England for Sunday and Lent, including Evensong and Holy Communion. It notes a meeting of parishioners after Evensong and outlines minister A Asher's upcoming sermons on March 6 and related topics.
Friday notice from Brisbane lists Gillen Casket No 470 fully drawn with prize totals and a long roster of attendees and participants from Bundaberg Toowoomba and Toowomba areas. The document records second third and fourth entries with multiple individuals named, including W Munckton McKinnon Taine and others, across several locations and references.
Francis Crone escaped Stewart's Creek Gaol on September noon while serving a sentence for robbery. He was recaptured at Machine Creek near Mt Latcom after a dramatic chase. Crone proved a desperate criminal, fleeing from a window at Mr Ayles farm and prompting a local car pursuit by police.
Vatican City announces Cardinal Pacelli elected Pope Pius XI after two ballots. Black smoke signaled first ballot indecision, followed by white smoke at 1:30 PM confirming selection. The new pope is expected to assume the papacy with multi-day ceremonies planned.
A Brisbane notice lists a sale of household furniture and effects by advertisement in this issue. J J Crowley and Company announce the auction will occur on George Street premises with a due advertised date and time detailed in the notice.
Militia members worked hard this week preparing for camp with a large turnout for the orderly room. A Gym Committee formed and rifle club shoots are planned before camp, with work on the war hall progressing and supervision arranged for a miniature hang.
An early morning crash near Poole Streets and the Salvation Army Bhi left a bicyclist severely injured and a truck driver racing to the hospital. The bicycle rider suffered a left knee injury while both men were taken to the Ambolanc Centre for treatment and observation.
A very pretty wedding was solemnized at 8 daily at Monien's Trebyters by Father Ilea. The bride Joyce, younger daughter of Mr and Mrs A J Conmelen of Kari, wore a white lace gown with orange blossom and veil. The bridegroom Gurion, youngest son of Mer Wi Kirk of Tanven, and the bridal party included Mrs G Templeton and Mr George Templeton. After a reception, the couple left for Sydney by special conveyance, traveling in a pink crepe dress and hat.
A garbled warning to parents about child safety near road traffic. It notes near misses at a playground and urges vigilance for children riding devices and vehicles. The text references safe riding, staying to the left, and looking behind before turning corners to avoid fatal accidents.
Forecasters warn of a fickle start to the week with a chance of a wet period to follow. The outlook for Wednesday remains unsettled with cool and variable conditions likely to persist into the next days.
Social attendees celebrated the forthcoming marriage of Hugh Masay and Droreen Moffatt with a party at Queens Beach on Thursday evening. The couple received a Pyrex casserole and stand as a wedding gift, honoring their upcoming April ceremony at Redcliffe.
A fragment notes a nautical test or trial involving Heal Brande and the Ren vessel. Details are unclear but indicate a proving voyage or competition setting with possible branding or renaming elements.
A garbled paragraph lists individuals with scattered travel mentions including Thuraday Thuraday Thuraday and Bowen, references to a Miss Og Thitchisson and a Mrs J J Cohalupe, plus a trip to Hung Kuup and Townsville. Details are unclear due to OCR flaws.
A lengthy recruitment folder for a hotel visit week lists numerous applicants and staff, including Dehiti-Moxses Grafton Huenny Gurney Missy Broad Sumpton Pord Thorn Ilion Parr Davin Kelly Sendern Mir wnd Mra Misssy Mrs Marahall Clib-Mewre Nivhelwn Eilliett Trait Benmk Merrite Bhai APL Mae WDelyses Graves Dorkin Parnell Cavanagh Mr and Mrs Lege Mr mil Mrs UMitehtugs Mins Waterson Mike OoTuete Mr and Mrs Rayue.
Abe TOE, age 20, of ownaville, will personally visit Rowell on the same day March Teth at The Schowl of Aris. His wives will join in the trip and attend the event as part of the visit.
A product called Chariot Uyeran is advertised as preventing heat induced hand trouble and keeping skin clear, fresh, soft, and attractively feminine in hot weather. It markets relief from heat related discomfort with a focus on hands and appearance. The claim frames it as a discreet beauty aid for summer use.
An ad lists Charmosan cold cream by Beoutely Jare with 24 tube packs available at local drugstores and wall chemials.
Preparatory service at St James will precede the quarterly Communion with a sermon on The Fellowship of the Spirit. Rev Dr James Gibow and the Presbyterian church celebrate with a concert, garden party, and activities across Friday 24 and Monday 20, including youth fellowship events.
A festival page lists Betty Boop and Pop Ey e among dance novelty acts. It also mentions many other favorites and twenty four additional varieties of dance novelties presented by Bowen Tidlependent, highlighting an entertaining program.
Fragmentary notes describe a new dance novelty called the Owen Tube Pendent Twenty Tie. The scene mentions performers Britney and Prives from Abqlogen and a pale faced figure, with unclear details of origins or dates.
The article describes work on the new customs house with mentions of structural exterior repairs. It notes limited repairs by the owner and contractor, including topsoil replacement at the site and a timetable anchored to a date in Dageny Leu MirCd.
A garbled collection of phrases from an intelligence and special services context references The Times and special permissions. The text mentions Australia and New Zealand and a segment of cape news, but lacks coherent events or identifiable individuals.
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