Burra Observation Post Shift Schedule Listing
A fragmented timetable for Burra Observation Post shifts from Monday to Saturday. Names include T Cory WM, FE Brooks, Te Pesce, J Pascoe, A Rogers, M Morton, T Marston, A Bown, B Hopkins, Sykes, J Tony, F Byrne, L White, Ockenden, and others with varied 3 to 7 am and 1 to 3 am blocks for April 7.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pam
T. Cory
Sam
FE. Brooks
Te Pesce
Ss Beroop
Wooderd
J. Pascoe
J. Pascoe; 3 To 7 A.m. A Rogers, ‘Thursday, April 7 Th—7 To It Pax, M Morton
T. Marston
A Bown
Bopkins
Sykes
J. Tony
F Byrne
L. White
Ockenden
Signpost to be Restored at Black Springs
Signpost restoration under a proclamation by the SAS commander Brigadier Bundtocke outlines three conditions. Letters limited to four inches, certain names banned from road signs, and signs must be quickly removable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black Springs
SAS
G Atea
Brigadier Bundtocke
Aig
Maternity Allowances Expanded by Parliament Passages
Parliament passed a bill increasing minimum maternity grants and providing an allowance of 25/2 a week for eight weeks to aid nursing domestic and other help. Prior means tests limited payments. new scheme removes income limits after the means test. First child grant raised to £3. other changes referenced for multiple children and families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daly
Fum
Burra Bowling Club Saturday Matches Summary
Burra Bowling Club lists Saturday results with players such as Walker HK, Bartlett My, Grant FT, Lars, A darrist, J Martin, HJ Stevens, Ol Finch, F Davey, Jem ery All, Grey, and Vee Rink. The fragmented OCR record shows multiple names and potential matchups but lacks clear outcomes or dates.
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Walker
HK. Bartlett
My Grant
Lars
Darrist
J. Martin HJ Stevens
Ol Finch
F Davey
Jem@ery
Vee Rink
Export Levy On Rabbit Skins Extended Through April
The export levy on rabbit skins was renewed for January 1 to March 31 and extended for two more months to April 30. It covers skins purchased in April for overseas shipment. Suppliers may use market values for April and buyers cannot adjust prices for export tax in this period. The Minister noted government steps to curb values in recent months have slowed increases but not halted a rising market. The levy aims to support rural industries by conserving resources and discouraging excessive production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scully
Lment
Sugar Ration Forms for Jam Issued to Traders
Acting Director J B Cumming announced traders must return used forms for the extra sugar ration for jam. The requirement applies after the month sugar is supplied, affecting consumers who sought additional jam sugar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ta Soning
J.B. Cumming
Duck hatches nest on Seam seta Fess site
A duck in a local nest on Seam seta Fess was observed to hatch her brood. Residents reported watching the duckwork, with the hatch marking a small wildlife moment in the area.
Burra Redruth Methodism Quarterly Meeting Summary
The Burra Redruth Circuit held its quarterly meeting with a good gathering of representatives. Apologies were received from absent members. Circuit Steward W Loyd presented the balance sheet. The minister is transferring to the New South Wales Conference for island service. After business, supper was served by lady members. Mr Sartett gave farewell services Saturday night. Morning subject The box of ointment. evening The Ministry of silence. Anthems, organists Mrs Reed and Miss Clarice Reed, with a solo by Mrs Jang Reed. A farewell tribute led by Mr Jon.
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Juris
New South Wales
Islands
Ministry of Silence
J. Reed
Clarice Reed
Jang Reed
Jon
Bartleleas
Burra High School Players and Cricket Match Note
Burra High School reports mixed results with a 4 sets to exit pattern and several players listed including Heather Pearce Audrey Bown vy and Diana Davies. Cricket notes mention Satebell Max Brian Richards Norman Marston Harold Murtge and Ron Pascoe with several outs and a Wayne Park style score context.
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Wher Howsketch
Lwin
Blues
Heather Pearce
Audrey Bown
Standage Eval of Scandalmen Proposed Ducking Stool
Dr. Charlotte Whitton of the Canadian Welfare Council suggests using a ducking stool as a symbolic punishment. The proposal targets misconduct by public figures, aiming to curb reputational harm and reinforce accountability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlotte Whitton
Canadian Welfare Council
Eck Wits
Comrades Honor Late Pte A H Zema With Gesture
A Burra community honors the memory of Private A H Zema who died near the Burra railway station while returning home on leave. Comrades raised funds and arranged a lifeheadstone, sending supporters from Adelaide and Burra to attend the funeral. The Burra Sub-branch secretary notes the generosity reflects strong comradeship and respect for the fallen soldier.
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Pte. A. H. Zema
Zeme
Burra
Adelaide
Zens
Anidiers Unik
A le
Bence
Ne Burra
Rbshalla
Sheyne
Bente
Birs
R.zerna
Dutton
Patel H. Schmidt
Woserstead
Isle
A. H.l
Jook
Mand
Ae Bekee Hi
Beasts
Han
Secre Burra
Braich
Crossing on Ice Bridges From a Frozen River Descriptions
BBC Radio NewsresL notes Paul Windarton describes three main methods for bridging a frozen river when ice is unreliable. Thickening ice by pouring water risks weakened ice. clearing snow can keep ice at 15 cm on the Volga but unfrozen areas lag. cutting blocks or driving piles into ice are other options if conditions suit.
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Volga
Paul Windarton
Fos Cow
BBC
Radio
Welcomes to Soldiers Meet Discusses Return of Troops
A town meeting convened to discuss how best to welcome soldiers on leave returning home. The Surta Soldiers Welfare Committee, formed in 1939, plans presentations and farewell farewells. Discussions covered forms of welcome, letters of appreciation, and entertainment arrangements for groups and individuals.
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Butta
Surta Soldiers’ Welfare Committee
Borra
Sted
Austra
Ian
Ang
Daugher
Br. Steele
Cornittse
Que
Hires
Lsst
Mien
Mid-ie
Boss
New
Ashton Thorebt
A. Tennat
Diffiquily
Howe
Geiders
Stesle
FT. Marston
Carrie
Ashton
A B. Riggs
The Art of Diplomacy at Writers and Artists Meeting
A London Letter notes a gathering of a club of writers musicians and painters with M Maisky addressing the group. He calls diplomacy an artist's calling expressing congenial company and shared purpose among the attendees amid a refined cultural milieu.
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M. Maisky
Burra Record urged fair play and humane action on job seekers
A reader cites Burra Record columns arguing for humane treatment of unemployed men during the Depression era. The letter condemns harsh policing of wanderers, supports gaining work for Ernest Alfred Aunt, and criticizes punitive measures as antisocial. The writer calls for authorities to review the case and urges less Gestapo style policing and more genuine community responsibility.
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Ernest Alfred
Abus
Rao
Casrotter
Aed
Primary Producers May Carry For Hire
Primary producers may carry for hire under an Emergency Powers Act order. Vehicles must travel a controlled route and obtain a permit. Goods must be produced by a neighbour primary producer or be necessary for working sick land. Applications available from Land Transport Centre Board or RAM Offices in Adelaide.
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Ecch
Land Transport Centrol Board
Currie Street
Adelaide
RAM
Hindmarsh Square
Delight in Dublin Dominions shift to independence
In Dublin the Dominions largely align with Britain during the war, except for the Irish Free State. The narrator recalls being in Dublin when news of North Africa landings arrived, noting the city's evident joy at the war developments.
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Dominions
Britain
Irish Free State
Dublin
North Africa
Vernon Bartlett
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RAA
Burra Bowling Club
Redruth
Burra High School
UGA
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