15 Dec 1936
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Newspaper
Burra Record
Location
Burra, South Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 15, 1936
Page
1
A London observers cite royal call for action against slums and poverty. The King urges energy, vision, and a concerted national effort beyond party lines to plan and build a better Britain and relieve suffering of the people. Readers are urged to respond if action seems necessary to uphold His Majesty.
Burra Town Council met December 7 with Mayor Woollacott and councillors Dow Jeffery Jennicon Kellaway Worth. The Unemployment Relief Scheme grants show 2 shillings per person and lists of eligible recipients. council to provide work. Repairs urged for Burra Fire Station walls. Plans approved for a new sleepout at the National Bank. Aberdeen Croquet Club asked £2 for excess water, debated and approved after amendments. Street improvements discussed including Bath Street water weed, Morehead Street potholes, removal of obstructing trees on Hill Street, and tarred Queen Street with Kangaroo Street works.
A council discusses when a car radio requires a licence and reports on public works including street ploughing water drainage and footpath safety. Officials address mosquito risks and by law enforcement while a customs officer questions a trunk containing whisky alongside clothes.
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