15 Mar 1939
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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 15, 1939
Page
1
A brief obituary notice notes the departure of Florence Faithful on March 16. The message, submitted by the Cross families, expresses sorrow and marks her absence from the community.
The weather section notes continued daily storms with intermittent rain throughout the region. Temperatures vary with highs around the upper 70s and 80s, while rainfall reflects a general pattern of brief relief followed by renewed showers. The Upper Don River remains half across its bed as water flow increases.
Heavy rainfall swept the South Eastern quarter of the State with up to five inches in Brixbane and eight inches elsewhere over 44 hours. Roads damaged and traffic halted as floods hit coast and inland towns. A fishing launch capsized near Tweed River injuring several men. one man drowned, another survived. Ten others rescued from the water.
The elections list candidates for Miser city offices including aldermen two town representatives on the Miserham Board and the mayoral race with three contenders. Labor mayoral incumbent Hissell faces Dr. J. R. Delamoethe and Gh EB. Kent as challengers. Independent and labor ticket candidates fill six alderman seats amid lively race interest.
Wyronim reports Tang polity endures 44 hours of heavy flooding with widespread low lying area inundation. Routhport records inches of water in the last 24 hours, marking the highest single day flood in years.
Police inspect a beach near Watheke and Auckland Harbour for clues to Patrick Shine missing since a fire debris discovery. The search focuses on remains possibly linked to Shine as investigators pursue the main line of inquiry.
On Sunday night, a gathering along Queen's Beach showcased impromptu performances by local artists. The event featured several musicians, with attendees enjoying a casual drive and a lively, informal atmosphere.
Staten i Mercer reports the Teewen Baby Die case amid local inquiries. The article notes February attendance and a New Born infection claim, with an average working day of 26.7 hours referenced in the fragment.
Myra Alvena Entermain widow of Mar Allert Knitermin died Tuesday night at Kenedy Liesl. She was 38. Funeral arrangements pending at TD tian Tiley. Presawidl i Methodist Church services announced.
AJL reports on a typographical issue titled The Hewen Tulepemident. The article provides minimal readable fragments and notes a technical fault affecting the production line at the Typewriter Bibhuns plant.
A wedding staged at St Marys Howel at 10 a.m. on Tuesday February 20 celebrated Ter Father Winger uniting Mary Woo Marrs of Mt Coole and Teonald Caesey of Nimbicen Tiver. The bride wore a cream gown with a long train and orange blossom coronet, with a white dahlias bouquet. Mike Mary Martin and Joseph Liki served as brides and grooms’ attendants, a breakfast followed at the Dwarrul Hinted, and guests departed for the Vollaraville route.
A Bowen Queen's Head reader argues for independent candidates in the upcoming May election to resist party influence. The writer stresses free, responsible voting and asks supporters to place a vote for independents.
Fragmentary notes discuss skin care, youth, and expense. Mentions a powder with alluring effects attributed to Frew and brands like Mo Wonder and Chou Lateline. Lacks coherent facts, but hints at cosmetics market appeal and perceived anti aging benefits.
An advertisement-style fragment touts Charmosan Face Powder for instant charm and mentions facial use including neck and chest areas. The readable lines imply cosmetic benefits and fashion appeal, with product branding and implied beauty outcomes.
Bowen Easter Regatta item notes various instruments and toys including trompe, violin and kazoo options. Mentions affordable prices and a variety of items as part of a shopping notice.
A fragmentary report from Phowon district court references an anomaly case in Ayr District and a Delta Advocate. No further readable details clarify parties, dates, or outcomes.
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