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Newspaper

Bowen Independent

Location

Bowen, Queensland, Australia

Date

Mar 18, 1949

Page

8

New Price Rises In Men's and Women's Clothing Expected

Retail prices for men's and women's clothing, sporting gear, and leather goods are set to climb over the next six months after a Brisbane Sydney and Melbourne survey. Prices for tennis rackets and football and hockey materials rise 10 to 15 percent, with shirts and suits already increasing sharply. By July subsidised goods end and clothing costs surge, while Australian cloth remains scarce in Brisbane and Sydney, pushing tailor prices higher.

Brisbane Sydney Melbourne Anys Mackay Dolly Mercury Wilge Leremser Queenaland Chis Australia England America Wade Ene Maheliths

Nomination Drive for British Migrants Fails to Meet Targets

Public response to the Mirratha Minister's request for nominating British migrants is inadequate. Officials from the Department of Labour and Industry in Townsville say nominators must provide accommodation and a passage to Australia. The department will facilitate matches with suitable hosts but only for those able to offer housing.

Mirratha Minfster Besslone Townsrville Australi Is Department United Kingdom

Farm Notes on Serine Attacks Hit NSW Tomatoes

Entomologist W L Morin reports new pest damage to ripening tomato crops in Cowra New South Wales. He notes early episodes of fruit damage and identifies varieties such as Bounty Tatura Shwarf Globe and Pearson as affected while overall yields show strong returns aside from minor bacterial issues and leafhopper pests.

New South Wales W.L. Morin Department of Agriculture Cowra Mr. Morgam Globe and Pearson

Growers debate unity amid multiple farmer organizations

In New South Wales and Australia overall, multiple farmer bodies exist with at least two major groups in New South Wales. Delegates discuss merging or aligning to strengthen government influence, with plans to raise the issue at upcoming federation meetings.

New South Wales Australia New Zealand Dimes Sullivan Immedio Associated Brower-organbyathot Organi Tion Australian Wheat Growers’ Federation

Rice Shortage Shapes Australia Food Policy and Rice Imports

The article explains agitation over resuming rice supplies in Australia after wartime bans. It notes prewar restrictions on civilian use, wartime harvests, and current shortages as stocks remain directed to hospitals and allied nations. Officials report the need to ration and source rice amid rising prices and uncertain global production.

New South Wales Stich Lpes

Firewood Supply Notice at Queen's Beach Wood Depot

Messrs Morris and Gralton announce they supply all classes of firewood and related wood goods. Orders can be left at the depot or by phone number 316. Prompt service promised.

Morris and Gralton Queen's Beach Wood Depot

Best Dance Floor in Town Opens to Public

Public opening announces the best dance floor in town with a stage suitable for performances at Noe Theatericabs. The note highlights latest papers and magazines showing the venue is open for visitors.

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