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Newspaper
Burra Record
Location
Burra, South Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 25, 1947
Page
1
A reader writes urging inquiry into Paxton Square over alleged substandard dwellings unfit for habitation. The letter calls on local authorities and organizations to inspect, remove blight, and ensure better housing, with discussion of rents and property valuation affecting low wage earners.
The S A Housing Trust promised to build homes in Anguston Nuriootpa Eudunda Fort Pirles Port Augusta and Mt Gambier but has done little for Burra. Burra residents urge action noting war-time housing success but current housing shortages hinder young couples. Council discussed contacting the Housing Trust and condemning sub standard houses.
A Burra police note clarifies they will assist stockowners suffering losses from killer dogs but cannot pursue criminal action. Civil court jurisdiction governs any proceedings between stockowners and dog owners, with investigations already conducted on several occasions.
An informant denounces local moral issues and urges the town council to stop leasing property to outsiders. The message claims poison darts again targeted Burrs and accuses self-proclaimed “men” of town wrongdoings.
At a Burra town meeting GP Carpenter urged reviving the Burra Copper Mine amid copper at 118 per ton. He suggested trying a mine restart or pursuing a new industry, noting cement works at Angaston and woollen mills as options with cheap power and water from a pipeline or groundwater.
At a Local Bound of Health meeting in February the council condemned a Burra North dwelling after the Medical Officer reported no improvements since a prior inspection. TB infection risk prompted eviction, with tenants given 28 days to vacate or face demolition.
Fragmentary remarks note new industries and reticulation schemes in several towns, citing ADgaston Cement Works and Clare Auburn projects. Burra is described as left out in the cold, with questions about why it is not included in housing or development schemes.
A terse exchange asks what dignity means to Ded and his son, urging action until the boss demands the meaning. The line hints at workplace ethics and authority, presenting a moment of tension over conduct and interpretation.
At a Burra Town Council meeting Dr Kellaway urged action on housing for the Burra High School headmaster and for a proper school yard. He noted promises from the Premier had not materialized and pressed a letter to the Education Minister. The council also discussed repairs to the school and sought funds to improve the yard and the building's floors.
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