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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 08, 1939
Page
3
King and Queen depart London by special train for Portsmouth to board the Australasian liner en route to Canada. Their tour will reach the United States with a May 16 Quebec landing, as crowds wave goodbye from Waterton Station.
The Interstate Executive of the Federal Labor Party fixed July 20 for an All In Unity Conference of New South Wales Labor. Both the Land and Heffron parties with their branches will have equal representation. No Lang Party move to end its association or to ignore the conference.
A large crowd attended the Denison Park meeting for the Ike Bird Bird Cup with five bookmakers and strong betting. Blue Betty upset, while Night Club Lady and others battled in the Blue Bird Cup second class, and Night Club Farty won the Consolation as results shuffle through heats and finals.
There is rising demand for the Fleetwing cycle with orders urged to H. H. Boulter who are known for quality and quick fulfillment. The notice highlights reliable service and strong reputations in supplying bikes.
The piece urges sending greetings for Mothers Day on May 14. It notes telegraph telegram forms and envelopes in bright colors, usable between May 8 and 20 with standard rates. Citizens are advised to lodge messages before May 13 to avoid Sunday penalties and can use telephone subscribing services.
Amused crowds at Whterton Stadom greet Spencer Tracy and his wife and daughter on their first Magguind day in London. A stampede at the train doors causes injuries as a cook roast and other debris scatter. Police redirect the party to another station and away from the hotel doorway.
The fragmentary note mentions word punters and a choice related to Keli, with unclear context and no identifiable events, dates, or organizations.
A fragment describes a party scene featuring a centerpiece gown in white chiffon with velvet trims and mention of several attendees including Larry Reed and Mette Goliubwyn Moorer. The text is fragmentary and lacks clear event details.
A clipped OCR item from an independent office references blue lined envelopes or safe deposit materials. No details on origin, date, or participants are provided to specify context or outcome.
Public notices warn milk will be delivered cash only from May 1 and overdue accounts must be settled by May 15 or be sent to a collector. Other notices outline applications for Transmission of Title to lands in Townsville and Brisbane, with death dates, claimants, and land descriptions, inviting caveats or opposition by set deadlines.
Jim Davidson praises Douglas Inunyn and Ossie Margrel as capable players set to perform at the Grand on May 12.
The marriage occurred at the Aye Methuiat Church on Saturday afternoon. Miss Alice Mary Godwin of Aye and Mr Alfred Droud Head of Bowen were wed in a ceremony noted in local notices.
A fragmented OCR item notes Kellys Ice Stands undergoing a test and proving a result. The readable text suggests a focus on a test procedure and a favorable outcome for the beverage or stand. Additional specific details are not preserved in the readable portion.
Pleasant afternoon at the Bowen Bowing Club grounds on Samaay for the annual President's Day. Press attended as guests enjoyed Bown bridge and a dainty afternoon tea served by the ladies. President Mr H W Bkiuner greeted guests and hosted the event.
A compact arts note states that classical music and poplar numbers will be performed by Doug Tauro with O'Neil, signaling a themed recital.
An old advertisement touts Creme Charmosan for skin care with tin jars and handbag tubes priced at one shilling. It promotes widespread availability and consumer use.
A local promoter announces securing Singing Sam Kozoon and several other performers for a four act novelty show. Details on dates venues and supporting acts are to be released by the organizer tied to Tie Bowen Independent.
Mavis Prewatt and Anthony William Stevens were married Tuesday March 28 at WEDDING, &J. Monica's Presbytery Cairns officiated by Father Hogan. The bride entered with her uncle Mr W Clarke and wore a white lacquered silk organza gown. Attendants wore blue dresses and bouquets featured cyclamen and blue tones. Best man was Mr C Holden and the reception occurred at Central Hotel with a pink marnette theme. The cake was by the bride's mother and Rev Hogan spoke at the ceremony. The couple departed for a southern moon trip after gifts including many cheques.
A concert titled A Concert for All features two instruments the maxophone and piano recordian performed by Douglas Drouyn and Ossie Maret. The program includes classical and popular numbers with Mrs Belle New and Mrs Beresford among the collaborators. The event promises notable pieces and virtuosic displays to appeal to music lovers.
The Howe Secretary rejects the Proserpine matter stating the Shire Council proposal to borrow 25 pounds for a bowling green at the Proserpine Show Ground does not serve a special benefit to any part of the shire.
Tenders are invited and will be received at the office of the Clerk of Petty Sessions Bowen by the 28th instant for the purchase of the assets of a renowned agricultural farm at Bowen with improvements, seven bales of horses, Dray and related farming implements. Separate tenders may be lodged for any of the items listed. The tender should be enclosed marked Tenders Hstute C.8. Shae. Dated May 4, 1907, Townsville Local Deputy Public Curator.
For sale dated listing shows a 10 ft flstte cedar item with 4 inch mesh 12 ft long and deep Nei. Cash price £25. May be listing from 21 March or month indicated as Ma1.
A terse public sale notice requests auction or processing at a local office. It mentions a figure, location on Wiley Street and a broad description of items including carved chimes and tables. The fragmentary text suggests an offsite or office action with limited clear dates or participants.
A set of false teeth was found at Torseshoe Bay and is available for inspection at the office.
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