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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 15, 1936
Page
4
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Readable fragments describe a local notice with peculiar wording and unclear dates. Names and precise actions are not recoverable, but the fragment hints at a sewer issue and a monetary amount. Further context is needed to identify entities or dates.
The Diggers Ball will be held at the Grand Theatre Thursday night next to raise funds for WWII veterans and wounded diggers. Aimed at aiding returned servicemen, the event promises entertainment by local performers, a novelty feature, prize quotes, and a supper for attendees. proceeds support the Diggers Roll and welfare for ex-service members.
A reader writes of suffering six years with lumbago and rheumatism after trying many remedies. Within three weeks Kruschen Balt made him feel a new man, easing pain, improving sleep, and restoring activity, attributed to lowering uric acid. He expresses deep gratitude to the chemist behind the treatment.
The Diggers Ball is linked with the YB Kalore and Soldiers Association to aid the NSW Tasor Loyal Relief fund. A. N. White, chairman of the 2.8 Seelat Committee, urges supporters to attend next Thursday night, noting the event funds a deserving war aid cause beyond entertainment. Local collectors will distribute to the TLR and help those in need.
Tender notices and notices of public works from Bowen in the Bowen, Australia area show ads for tomato sales by I. J. Kolly, electrical service terms, and multiple tender calls for draye, with contracts from various local firms and estates, including G. Lascelles and Wharton & Co, dated May and June 1900.
Modern wig services advertise lasting wave styles that resemble natural curls and require no setting. Mrs Gray oversees head coverage with guaranteed results, offering consultation free and a phone contact for appointments in a capable salon setting.
Auction sale of farm under Agricultural Bank mortgagee in possession. Public auction at 12 o'clock noon on Saturday June 8 at the auctioneer's office. Freehold farm occupied by William B Lunney, Aub 2 Por 62 Parleh of Pring freehold 12 acres 8 roods 88 perches with sheds stock and implements including house, tank, stove, engines, ploughs, harrows, roller, churns and harness. Highest bid not necessarily accepted. Inspection arrangements via GHORGH TURNER, Auctioneer.
Nomination invites persons willing to contest the Bowen by election in the interest of the Queenland Country Party. Nominations close May 18 at 8 pm in Townsville. Forms available from J Z McDonell Organising Secretary Queensland Country Party Box 861 Townsville.
A notice from Shire Clerk J Crowley Bowen dated May 14 1888 calls for tenders for a single tractor grader to support a memorial fund. Alternative tenders accepted until 5 pm June 13 1888 with envelopes labeled Tender for Tractor Grader. Includes instructions on submission, location, and contact points at Shire Hall Bowen Collineville and Grafton.
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