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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 10, 1939
Page
3
Local leisure note invites visitors to enjoy a day at Horseshoe Bay with shoreline views and public recreation areas. Visitors are encouraged to explore beaches, trails, and nearby eateries during daytime hours.
Fragmentary note offers tips for a Mothers' Day column with references to snips powders tar and remedies. It mentions a corner feature in Plaines and urges readers to remember a few items. The legible portions imply a listing of beauty or health aids and a seasonal service.
In Canberra the Minister for External Affairs Mr. Gillett stated Australia would join Britain against totalitarian aggression if war erupts. He warned recent European moves threaten democracies and affirmed Australia would act with Britain but not automatically enter conflict. He emphasized a cautious foreign policy toward Japan and noted stronger ties with old allies than new powers.
In Canberra a split within Earle Page's party surfaced as left wing members threaten action to alter leadership while Page announces pending absence and possible retirement from party leadership. The scene shifts to pages of strategy as factions weigh next moves.
Dispatch from Tuesday notes escalating Irish Republican Army activity and government response. Authorities report threats and incidents connected to Londonderry and Omagh, with tensions surrounding land outrages and security measures as debates continue in the United Kingdom.
A special Bowen P A M Association meeting in the Shire Bur discussed show preparations for an exhibition. Appointments listed for judging sections and roles including horticulture cooking and crafts with fees for running events and refreshments planned.
A distorted fragment portrays a speaker urging youth and charm as a woman seeks youthfulness for an evening. Imagery of powder, glamour, and longing hints at romance, allure, and a mysterious heirloom or wish amid a jewelers scene.
Bold claim of sun tan aid and skin benefits with Charmosan Face Powder from Paris. Marketing notes mention availability in a large box and tubes with prices and wide distribution, promising quick visible results.
Classified list offers a fast sale of a Ladies Bicycle, a Large Carved Chinese Cimphor box, a Checihiting Fan Mirellie Ela Point Iron item, and a small music or appliance accessory. Contact this office for details and pricing.
In Hobart on April 23 a picnic at Grasstrey Hill ended in shootings. Allegations say Laurel Extcuart and Alfred Lamley Webh were attacked by Cyril Batesworth, Norman Williams and Albert Masony. The coroner linked the death to the assault and Extcuart testified of years of abuse. Prosecutors allege Extcuart admitted responsibility for the shootings during the kitchen confrontation.
Reuters dispatch from Bucharest says smaller states in Europe seek defensive guarantees similar to those given to Greece and Tasmania. A Stockholm report notes Swedish Norwegian Finnish and Danish ministers will meet to discuss Germanys non aggression pact proposal. London says Berlin aims to conclude the Polish campaign within a fortnight with threats and shocks.
Notice is given that an application for Registration of Transmission of Tithe exists for Subdivision 19 of portion 48 Herbert county Fring. Neceased proprietor Josephine Alvena Prentice of Bowen died January 11 1890. Caveat period ends May 20, 1980. registrar John Q R McPhie Brisbane May 6, 1930.
The report lists 200 yards Rapid Fire scores from Saturday with many names and figures, including Kelacy 1 H 8.87 and Darwen BR H 40. It notes those who have yet to qualify for the practical and details upcoming Light Machine Gun practices. It mentions range improvements, recruiting, and the plan to establish WO Wilson ATC, signaling an optimistic future for SW.C. training and instruction dissemination.
Notice under the Real Property Acts applies for transmission of title to the lands shown. Debtors may lodge a caveat by 20 June 1689 at the Registrar of Titles Brisbane. Claimant Florence Alexandra Adams asserts estate in Roberta Latimer Adams deceased of Don Delta Howen with will dated 12 August 1919.
Bowen Harbour Board invites applications by Saturday 18th for a temporary junior clerk. Typewriting knowledge essential. Address applications to The Chairman Bowen Harbour Board Amendments Applied thin Junior Clerk H R Atkinson Clerk of the Board Wy b/d Blue Lined Envelopes Safe Depa.
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