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Newspaper

Bowen Independent

Location

Bowen, Queensland, Australia

Date

Mar 24, 1939

Page

3

Mount Coolon Divorce Heard in Supreme Court

In a Mackay Supreme Court session on Monday, Frederick George Williams, a Mount Coolon contractor, sought a divorce from Alfreda Tulmer Williams. The hearing covered residence ties, children aged eight to eighteen, alleged desertion, and arrangements for custody and support.

Tosthcee Douglas Ampreme Frederick George Williama Coolon Tikit France Williams Town Teach Mackay Alfred Tulmer K. R. Townley M. North Roberts Lew North Hirai Houghton Roberta Mbigan Pigitutt Townsville ColumerMe Bo' Wen Fiewnew Palmer Mr. McDond Mr. Penny Minekoy Biellie Donuairy Mowat Coolum Hita Hys Lome Mount Isa Mont Coolon Che Eval Fein Denny

Keeping Cool at Dances by Jack Payne Band

Dated dance guidance from band leader Jack Payne suggests practical cooling methods at social dances. He argues cooling during wear reduces heat, cites friction from shoes, and endorses electric fans to lower heat near dancers while offering personal tips on refreshments and staying comfortable on the floor.

Jack Payne Abe Fron Atectrtio

Typewriter Ribbon Sale at The Bowen Independent

Classified line notes four typewriter ribbons offered by The Bowen Independent. Each ribbon priced for quick purchase. Local buyers encouraged to visit the office for availability and payment options.

Owen Independent Bowen

Review of 1938 Mining Report from Queensland

Extracts from an advance copy of the Annual Report of the Secretary for Mines, A A Stalnes, showcase Queensland gold and silver output in 1938. The State produced about £1,534,788 in gold and £43,244 in ore values, with details from Kelsey Creek, Velo Ridge, and other fields. Mines, mills, and shafts are described, noting new plants, deeper workings, and ongoing development and ore extraction across multiple sites and crews.

Cutler Secretary For Mines A. A. Stalnes Queensland Yealu Nonala Stites Emorge Australia Kelsey Creek Bowen Disher Kitt Air Wen Rang. Generly Promisinie Owiloak

Overland Wins Gilmore Yosemite Economy Run Amid Severe Weather

The annual Gilmore Yosemite Economy Run on January 6 saw Overland automobiles take first and second in Class A as 20 entries faced the worst weather in the event’s history. Overland averaged 41.45 miles per Imperial gallon with an overall 51.20 ton miles per gallon, despite fog rain and icy mountain roads. Eleven cars were disqualified for exceeding the 11 hour time limit. Our editor Chung Binnaugh served as referee and will release official reports soon.

Toledo Obie Jawuary Willis-Overland American Automobile Care Phaewl Chung Binnanaugh Altomotive News Auwlimoble Associatom

Bowen Branch Joins National Service Register

Bowen branch at its last meeting voted unanimously to enroll in the national service register for emergency work. Members may join units including Voluntary Aid Detachment Aviation Unit Trans care and other special qualifications for female service roles. The State Presidena OWAL acts as advisory council to the legion amid the effort.

Haven Eirebond Wonn Nealitual Mergency Legion Wuunell Legion Nation i QOWA Mowily Ural Bowen Inst

Work Commends Itself to All in CWA Meeting

The Sixteenth Animal Meeting of the Metropolitan Branch of the CWA praised the association’s country work and holiday provisions for children. Speaking at Towesville the speaker highlighted nationwide reach, growth, and the younger generation’s growing interest, hoping Younger Sull membership rises.

C.W. A Atehhishoy Dolig Towesville Queensland Aes

Chevrolet Master De Luxe and Standard reach new ride comfort

Chevrolet introduces two new lines, Master De Luxe and Standard, with redesigned front suspension and revised rear springing. The gearshift column control and steering upgrades reduce floor clutter and ease operation. A vacuum gearshift mechanism and front wheel suspension improvements mark a major Industry advance for the year.

Holden Seatien Chasvis Chevrolet Ethonithvilly

Distorted Social and Personal Item Notice

A fragmentary social and personal item appears from a local paper noting noncharge publication of such notices while stressing boundaries of editorial policy and the role of secretarial or correspondence sections.

Hull

Chevrolet introduces improved steering and suspension system

The article details a new double acting shock ab system and revised steering to reduce effort, enhance stability, and improve ride comfort. It notes thinner spring leaves, double acting shock absorbers, and refinements to ignition, valve rocker, and fuel economy, branding the changes as part of a legacy in Chevrolet six cylinder power.

Chevrolet Walt Fommerky Gielnretin Ani Manifeld Leighier Sumatiniedien

Mosquito Control Plan Urges Home Action and Public Aid

Health Inspector William Ain warns households and authorities to eliminate mosquito breeding sites. Citizens should remove standing water, empty containers, and ensure gutters and water tanks are screened while authorities target swamps and public waters to curb dengue fever malaria and other diseases.

Reith Wiliam Ain Doc Laspecter Cor Forther Aimee Lenni

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