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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 17, 1939
Page
2
The notice lists circulation schedule as Monday Wednesday and Friday afternoons with a price of 2d. It offers a subscription at 7/6 per Quarter or 6/6 paid in advance. Postal address P.O. Box 6 and Telephone 40 are provided for inquiries.
The friends of Mrs George Eyles Crolly are invited to the funeral of her husband and grandfather George Alfred Eyles at Brisbane Street. The service will be held at 11 on Thursday morning. Todderaker Michael prepares the arrangements.
The report notes that Merinda, Amlaranee, and several listed speakers were mentioned while the names of Merara, B. Kelly, and Tf. Kelly were omitted from the speakers at the Witdhfellows function.
George Alfred Byles died at his residence this afternoon. The funeral leaves the late home at 11 a.m. Thursday.
A newly installed road works project by the Shire Commission converts Soldiers Hand stretch from potholes to smooth surface. Officials say the upgraded road will last longer than prior repairs, with proper grading and drainage. The rest of the road remains in poor condition, awaiting further improvements.
Bowen advertising note announces a wide Bowen Inde display of Danese novelties with twenty five varieties and a captivating call section. Buybey prices start at a quarter dozen, descending with quantity.
A local lout side fisher reports widespread use of dynamite for fishing in Adelie, Duel and neighboring creeks. The practice hurts fish populations and aromas, with complaints noting it is a lazy method that yields quick hauls but harms the water and wildlife.
The Commonwealth and MTominions motor vessel Port Clinion arrived from Townsville to Thanila this morning carrying 80 tons of frozen beef and 35 tons of tallow for overseas use. It departed at midnight Friday for Brisbane with 250 wet hides.
The AOA Troggs 103 Kyilly will announce weekly Sunday trips in Northrow this week but will not bind there, signaling Hervely the subsidiary Sthuisons. Broadbridge of the Vaemin 1 Company arrived from Townsville by Monday morning's train, and Ron Walker will arrive from Erb ow by Tuesday afternoon.
George Crooking, Bowen's representative to the Royal Australian Navy, and crew left Sydney aboard Autolycus bound for England in cruiser plans. They will join Australia’s delegation to the New York World's Fair voyage, as demand grows for the Fleatwing Cycle and new maritime gear.
In windy conditions last Saturday, a militia rifle meet produced strong scores with many shooters in the twenties. Notable marks include Smyth, Snell, Steen, and Meere among others, while practice dates and badge considerations were announced for upcoming events and qualification.
An evening meeting at the School of Art addressed the Bowen Town Band future. President Nod McLean led the discussion while Lieut B J Menhe explained funding limits and the Defence Dept rules. Members proposed a unified Band Committee with public representation, seeking uniforms, hall use, and local support to sustain a properly formed unit.
A sailing club notes a good attendance and plans for Saturday to inspect the cove and examine building or renovation to change the season's bouts. The concert by Drourn & Magee was well received with thanks to local artisans. fundraising stands at roughly ELK funds. Discussions touch on track and town improvements, with optimism that next term will be among the best yet.
A Bowen VL AL deputation including Mears and J J Kelly met the Works Committee of the Thavn Covell to discuss future Annual Shows at Denison Park. They heard a favorable reception and an agreed push to reform the park centre piece with a joint approach from the two bodies.
The Sparta Thewerve town meeting showcased Andy Hurn in a spectacular win over Pretoria Lass. Hurn started strong, led by several lengths, and finished two lengths ahead in the 1346 course amid a crowded field. The event drew betting stakes and local interest in Townsville on Saturday.
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