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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 20, 1925
Page
4
A garbled report notes actions at a parish assembly with references to hemming or hemming related preparations. The readable text mentions items surrounding a sewing task and a preparation stance, indicating a local meeting discussing material work. Further details remain unreadable in the fragment.
This long feature recounts Havelock Wilson’s life from youth aboard windjammers to leadership among sailors. It highlights his endurance during illness and danger, his romance with Jane Ann Whitham, and his rise through unions and naval service, including dramatic escapes and sea adventures.
A dubious ad claims a tonic can reverse aging and restore natural hair color in one day. It promises an instant transformation, urging customers to state their natural shade when ordering and sells a large bottle for 5/6. The text features odd spellings and unclear claims typical of late stage marketing copy.
A rambling ad and historical reminiscences blend in a dense page. It touts Dormax cream for skin whitening while tracing seafaring leader Havelock Wilson and shipowners’ wage battles. The text merges consumer claims with biographical notes and a local tradesman advert.
The Malden Plate event page lists multiple handicap races for horses with segments including the First and Second Division Handicaps, Flying Band, Corn Fed Horses, Landing Bracelet, and third division. Prizes range from £1 to £9 plus trophies, with stipulations on nominations and distances in furlongs.
Nominations for horse events set for November 1 with weights declared by November 27 and horses released to paddock on November 28. Horace to report by noon at Turnbull Yard Home Hill. paddock duty and steward instructions noted. Nominations received by secretary Owen and Juda Clubs. winner of one race carries bib and surcharge for penalties. paddocks provided with owner responsibility.
A fragmented report outlines racing at Home Hill with plans for a December 6 program. It notes meetings in Ayr and Brisbane, racing entries such as Flying Handicap, and results from Melbourne events. Details include horses like Whittier and Windsor Swadisop, with betting lists and times mentioned.
Sydney Saturday sees a series of boxing outcomes with multiple winners and notable knockouts. Highlights include Doug Murray defeating Pat McDermott in the ninth round and a late KO by Mario Adeian against Fitzgino. Billy Grime defeats Bert McCarthy to claim the Australian lightweight title at Stadium.
Local service firm advertises transport by day and night with prompt train and country trips. Mentions Mrs FIDDER and Collinsville area, Kelly's Small Goods, Magnes 40 inch voile, and costumes.
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