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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 29, 1940
Page
3
For nearly 25 years after Governor Phillip left in 1792 wages were paid in spirits. Rum circulated freely and functioned as cash in exchange for goods. In 1817 Macquarie established the Bank of New South Wales, a major move toward regulated note issue and public service tradition.
A minutes report covers the Watweritht Shire Council monthly gathering at Bowen on Wednesday the 13th Ingtiat, noting the Diamond Jubilee of the Wongaratta Divisional Board. It lists attendees including J Balbscot, A Th OW Callingham, and many local figures, and records approvals for officers, tenders, rates, and forthcoming meetings.
A 19th century hunt is outlined to locate Leichhardt trees near the Last Leichhardt site. Mrs Downer of Lartorn station leads a Mackall party planning a weeklong survey using tree markers and landmarks from past expeditions.
Sixty Australian nurses in Palestine endure inter indente living quarters in azure tents. They share sparse furniture, receive limited timber due to shortages, and follow strict drill and medical training. Nurses gain morale from carpentered touches and the presence of local women, while officers oversee first aid, dressings, and welfare.
Military health measures describe extensive sanitation in camps. Troops receive typhoid inoculations, mosquito nets, and water drainage care to prevent disease. Observations note kerosene-treated water, strict cleanliness, and routine inspections bycivil health authorities amid a malaria and typhoid threat environment.
An illustrated 20 page booklet announces practical birth control and hygiene guidance. It lists the publisher as Gordon City Chutc H ers at 20 Kitward Street Brisbane and notes the application process in a formal, period style.
A disrupted airline sector plans a major postwar fleet upgrade next month. Officials say Lockheed bombers and other craft will replace mined planes as air routes resume. A shortage drives service changes and delays, with lines seeking new aircraft and crews to meet demand.
Postage rates listed for international mail include Australia and New Zealand to the United Kingdom via France 2 shillings 4 pence, and other British possessions at 0.8.4 with a 1d 1d rate via all sea routes.
Music and radio notes outline a busy week with Welsh Guard, Contes, Chandler, Planquettes numbers, Malvern Band on Sunday, and A B C National Military Band. A Jeeves episode, Bertie Wooster antics, and a Melbourne Schnesvoigt concert are listed with broadcast times and venues, plus a Dingo drama by Fance Palner.
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