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Newspaper
Burra Record
Location
Burra, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1952
Page
2
Listings describe quantities of sheep cattle pigs and calves for sale including 2 000 sheep 150 cattle 150 pigs 40 calves with various lot descriptions such as wether hoggets prime heavy wethers and ewes types include hereford shorthorn crosses and long lists of names and items. An old truck and tractor are noted among auction items.
The Annual General Meeting of the Ratepayers and Subscribers to Burra Burra Hospital will be held at the Town Hall on Wednesday the 18th. Business includes Chairman and Secretary reports Finance Officer's report Medical Officer's report and election of ratepayers members. Nominations have been received for nine vacancies: Frank Teare Moreton Bilas Reginald Davey Melie Rubelle Ashton Henry Detil Davies William Eddy Douglas. If more nominations than seats, ballot will be held at the meeting on August 1. Robert Campi chairs the proceedings.
Burra Racing Club Limited advertises the annual general meeting to be held at the Ground Chamber Burra Town Hall on Wednesday August 1952 at 8 pm. The notice states the time and venue for members to attend and transact listed business.
August 1952 progress association notice lists a motion to alter the constitution, deputation from council, and general business at 8 pm. It also notes the annual general meeting with balance sheet and election of officers, with Jennison named vice president and other business relating to the AGM.
District Council of Hallett adopts the annual rating assessment for all rateable property in the district by reusing the last assessment with necessary alterations. The revised list, approved August 1952, lists owners and occupiers and will be available for inspection at several local offices and stores. Appeals in writing must be filed within 21 days with an assessment revision committee hearing set for September 1952 at 1:15 pm in the District Office Hallett.
Notice from the Hallett District Council dated August 1952 declares rates for the year ending June 30 1953. A general rate of twenty nine pence per pound on district assessments and a lighting rate of three pence per pound on Tetowle Town Ward assessments. All residents must pay via the District Office Hallett.
Genuine 1950 Ford Utility with matching numbers offered by Nelson Hann Burma 227. Lightly used with 11,000 miles, immaculate condition and no blemishes. Built for rugged service, ready for work or collection.
Parish of Burrs invites attendees for next Monday service with Holy Communion in the afternoon at Arbell Flat followed by Evensong. The text references a t ension between ten and a tenth after a Trinity observance and a morning service in the parish layout.
Fragmentary OCR notes show timing mentions 11 am and 7 pm with references to Kooringa Circuit and individuals Hobbs and Rev. 1. HM. Dept. Pictures. Details are unclear but indicate a municipal or departmental schedule item with names and times.
Brief clippings show names Hallett Terowie and Rev G Amara with mentions of PM Pttian and GA. The fragment references a BALLETT430 entry and scheduling elements such as 11 na and 13th, suggesting a church or community event. تفاصيل are unclear.
The obituary notes the death of Burra Atal Thomas at age unspecified, husband to Ellen and father to Mary PHY Mick Joan Tom Anthony Jack and Jim Alec. The notice records a 1 pm event on 1th August and lists the family members in a formal remembrance style.
Funeral notice expresses gratitude for floral tributes telegrams cards and letters received from relatives friends and neighbors after the recent bereavement. The message extends heartfelt thanks to all for support and condolences.
Rev F Bambly MA BD principal of Lincoln College North Adelaide will be in Barene for the coming weekend conducting services at Reduth Methodist Church. He is known statewide for preaching during his Pirle Street tenure and was appointed first Principal of Lincoln University College. Lincoln College was acquired by the Conference to provide facilities for University students. Down Every Street ay Terowie drive for crippled children raised 27 50 to the fund with district convenors noting generous contributions.
Burra Rifle Club will host the third stage of the J H B trophy over 600 and 700 yards on Saturday. Local shooters and spectators are invited to attend as competition heats unfold.
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