Intensive Tree Planting Campaign Proposed in Burra
At a Burra town council meeting the mayor and town clerk discussed an intensive tree planting plan for streets. Residents would need to water trees for the scheme to proceed. councils would supply holes and plant trees only where residents agreed to water them. Some councillors urged ratepayer input, with a decision planned for the next meeting.
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Burre Town Hall debt scheme eyed for faster repayment
For long a debt of about £4200 on Burre Town Hall has existed. The idea of using current accounts as credit against the Town Hall overdraft cut interest but did not repay the principal. The Town Clerk urged reverting to a normal mortgage and earmarking rates to shorten repayment, and the Mayor and Council plan further talks.
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Discontent Over Trainless Saturday at Burra Council Meeting
At Burra Town Council a recent meeting protested the elimination of air trains from Adelaide to Burra on Saturdays. Dr Fisher cited public hardship and isolation of the town during weekends. He noted trains to Clare on Saturday nights and claimed railways offer two trains to Burra on Friday nights with further services missing Saturdays. The debate questioned catering for broken service and urged the council to protest. Union rules and opposition to shifting schedules were discussed, with calls for better Saturday train availability north of Riverton and protests against delays.
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War Memorial funding approved by Burra Town Council
The Burra Town Council approved a loan application of 990 pounds for the War Memorial project. The loan, tied to government schemes, will assist the Burra and Trinket War Memorial Committee in building an oval and beautifying Victoria Park. Necessary documents were signed at the council meeting on Monday, January 24.
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Improving Telegraph Service Since 1948 in Canada
Since September 1948, over 100 Morse circuits have been converted to teleprinter operation across country and suburban networks. Additional teletype units arrived from overseas, enabling further conversions. The Postmaster General and Senator Cunereny announced steady progress toward replacing the old Morse system on heavily loaded channels, promising faster service and improved telegraph reliability.
Record Form Availability Mentioned in The Record
The Record notes that VILL FORMS are obtainable as one per person, describing access through the publication. It indicates a singular per-head provision and references the newspaper as the source for obtaining the forms.
Johnny Green Miner Statue Prompts Burra Bid For Heritage Revenue
Burra residents discuss turning the Johnny Green miner figure into a heritage landmark with a wishing well and an accompanying historic summary. Council moved to relocate the statue to a suitable site to attract visitors and potential revenue, comparing its appeal to Gundagai’s Luckie dog monument and its tourism impact.
Tenders for school buildings fail to attract bids
The Architect in Chief's Department states that plans and specifications for new school conveniences were prepared but no tenders were received. The Department seeks Burra Town Council help and considers engaging local contractors. A council motion urged interviewing a contractor at a recent meeting.
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