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Newspaper

Burra Record

Location

Burra, South Australia, Australia

Date

Dec 03, 1930

Page

3

Gold Find at Mongalum Spurs Local Optimism

Prospectors report rich coarse gold showing at Mongalum with shallow depths and several claims active. Mr T A Bylet registered claim at shallow depth, with 18 inches to 4 feet showing promising samples. Rumors of further pockets on both west and east sides fuel cautious excitement among miners and local residents. Dorothy S Cameron notes generous support from district figures and public interest in ongoing testing and displays.

Gov. Rargan Mongalum Adrien T. A. Bylet Cinee Koo- Visiga Eld Traschald Eyl Ian- Sone Ramytoni W.A Mangalata S. Aue John Moulden England Frank Moulden Brakenill Péy. Ltd Jones Mongolata Moulden

Burra Mine meeting urged to revive operations

A letter from M P Mellagh to Burra council urges holding a joint meeting with local leaders to form a committee and present a scheme to reopen the Burra Mine. Minister of Mines may visit if a practical plan emerges, aiming to relieve unemployment. The mayor has scheduled a ratepayers meeting for Thursday evening with expected strong attendance.

Mellagh Parliament House Adelaide Burra Alostoo Peterborough Miannahill Broken Hill Suveyor Geners Richards Messrs Oritchley George Taurs Truly Syd McHugh A. ‘Walker

Burra Town Concerns Urged After Nighttime Misuse

A reader recaps a ratepayers meeting praising council efforts to keep Burra clean while lamenting vandalism at business doorstep curbs. The letter asks for wider publication to mobilize residents and aid police in tracing perpetrators of such “filthy” acts.

Burra Tex

Thanking the Children’s Hospital Helpers and Donors

The writer praises supporters of the Children’s Hospital Sir May column, notes Mr. Ties lent two days of free rides while Mr. Provis salsa drove to outlying districts, explains cars were not hired, mentions widespread donations amid financial strain, cites 1929 30 outpatient attendance of 35 000 cases, and laments a government grant of £3 000 with 75 percent figure referenced.

Children's Hospital Ties Provis Salsa

Bowling notes push for cup defense at Kapunda match

Our club opens the season with a cup defense on our green next Saturday against Kapunda. We hold the cup and aim to retain it with a strong win, as Kapunda is tough at their home ground. Several younger members show promise as selectors prepare the team, and all members must be at the green by 2.20 p.m. for timely selection.

Kapunda Kepunda

Earlyen Beautiful Weather Lifts Spirits Amid Exams

Youthful joy and calm mood mark the recent days as public exams occupy students and teachers. Dr. Shaw leads church gatherings at the Methodist Church with flowers, choirs, and the sermon theme Flowers the stars of the earth.

Primo Fon Dr. Shaw Methodist Church Tr. Shaw Howland Spalding Choir Booborawie E. Gill

Reunion Smoke Social For R S A Notes

Arrangements are in hand for a reunion smoke social next Saturday evening with catering by Mrs Carter. The event starts at 8 30 pm. Attendees can ex their tea arrangements to be in good order. Tickets cost 2 shillings from committee members. Dock Murison has the programme and will host with a brogue performance.

Carter League Tiekate T Tose Dock Murison

Copperhouse Social Evening and Tennis Clash Highlights

Copperhouse Methodist church hosted a social evening organized by Voumard for Miss L Kellaway on her forthcoming marriage to Ali Farrington. The event featured a varied programme, readings, and a humorous address by Rev. P J Barnes, followed by gifts and supper. A men’s and women’s tennis match between Copperhouse and a visiting Rea tings team showcased competitive play with several tight sets and multiple pairings.

Tly Copperhouse Methodist Church Voumard L Kellaway Ali LL Farrington Jamestons Kelray Mir.r. Fuss Bliss Kellaway Mr Parvington J. Kellaway A. Loman G Bryans P. J. Barnes Miss Kellaway Mr. Parrington Woll-Wi Himaelé Reatings Gopperhouse Vie Viale Tors Tielde Tro A. Graue Mine HK Lomama Mise R. Bass FR. Kellaway BL Woodman Mra. E. Mickles J. Kemble Mics D. Bowrme Lopperhouls Arts Athary Tike

Wild Flower Culture in Adelaide Gardens

Logi floriculturists praise native Australian flora for garden use and education. Royal Society members exhibit cultivated native plants at Adelaide Town Hall, highlighting drought tolerance, poor soils, and bright blossoms. Eremophila species, acacias, and native grasses offer ornamental value, with potential economic and farming endorsement considered.

Adelaide Field Naturalists’ Section Royal Society Adelaide Town Hall Walt

Mt Bryan Program Impresses With Child Talent Show

The Mt Bryan event featured Miss M Shettock and Murphy children performing dances songs and tableaux. Children displayed skill in acts like The Three Pigs and Japanese fan songs with coaches and four, the Griffen dance, cloud moon scenes, and a final Mr Moon tableau. Proceeds totaled about 290 to benefit the school fund.

Murphy Miss M. Shettock Masters B. Richards M. Connors TJ Burton Iha Lois Murphy Thelma Atehin Geral Campbell Molly Edwards Griffen Schoul Mr. Moon Stata J. J. Connors E. C. Thames T. J. Quinn

Functions of Banking and The Credit Role in an Economic Crisis

A reprint outlines the banking function as a mediator between lenders and borrowers, stressing that banks do not hoard funds but lend deposits to borrowers. It defends banks against calls to unload wealth, highlighting public confidence in prudent banking policies and the banks' support of trade and credit in troubled times.

J. Hume Cook Cook P. Stewart Whamera Wnd Australia

Banks face crisis as loans erode capital and depositors fear danger

P J Braraga of Victoria Canterbury writes that banks have transferred credits to borrowers, leaving future lending to capital alone and risking insolvency. He warns depositors and the public about the financial quagmire, urging prudent action to restore credit and economic stability.

Hinilem Setndona Gamiele Taapealliy Ak Tw Commonwealth Bank Bonks Ate P. J. Braraga Victoria

Municipal Elections Report on Rates and Clerk Roles

At the council meeting the Town Clerk presented statements on assessments and an Industrial Court award affecting clerk salaries and appointments. The report references ratepayer clarity, impounding practices, and upcoming Wheat Pool payments with anticipated deliveries and payments in early December.

Industrial Court Burra Municipal Association of South Australia

Jewel collection plan for war relief in Australia

A Melbourne writer suggests the Commonwealth Government should collect and melt private gold jewelry to fund national needs amid heavy taxation. The idea parallels French wartime behavior, with private wealth flowing to government to ease tribulations, while critics warn that overregulation by bureaucrats dulls parliamentary governance. The piece cites Ross Philp and a Royal magistrate comment on law clarity.

Ross Philp Queensland Constitutional Club Robert Garron Sir Robert Robert Rose Phil

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