Burra Market holds sale amid firm demand for sheep
Si2cresy Limited will hold its Burra Market on Friday August 20 with early advertising sought. The sale features strong demand for woolly and shorn sheep from Eastern Pastoral Country, with many lots auctioned and prices recorded across a range of weights and ages.
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Burra Market
Si2cresy Limited
Burra
Eldes, Smith , Co., Limited
Ferort
Zeon
Priens
J. E Fisher
Bischt
Yankalilla
Howes
Another Disastrous Pigeon Race From Parachilna
The second race flown from Parachilna is reported as a disaster again with results listing A H Bmed at 438 yards per minute and F Brandt at 1060 yards per minute. Organizers hope for a better race next Saturday.
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Parachilna
Lash Saturty
Ian
Reault
A. H. Bmed
F. Brandt
Eee Wil Se
Readers call for tree removal at cemetery
Comment urges cemetery authorities to cut all trees that damage stones, especially in the northeast corner, to preserve the site’s beauty.
Burra Township Warns About Unregistered Dogs
In Burra township many dogs remain unregistered and the population has declined since last year. The Town Clerk Mr. R. Davey warns owners that registrations were due on the 14th and possessing unregistered dogs can lead to prosecution and fines.
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Burra
R. Davey
Desrea
Car overturns on Mount Bryan road injures two
Five miles north of Burrs on Mount Bryan road a Holden car overturned Friday around 3 pm. The vehicle was driven by Walter R. Riddiford of Broken Hill. Several occupants escaped with minor injuries and the car sustained about £900 damage.
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Burrs
Mount Bryan
Walter R. Riddiford
Stinatad
Weekend Sport Highlights From Leighton Terowie Matches
The report covers Leighton Terowie football games with Burra Lou Hallett and Bodborowie Spalding. Leighton Terowie defeated Teromte, while Burra, noted for strong kicking, lost to Bodborowie in a high scoring close contest. The Burra team showed rapid returns from Parachilova and featured a long run by A H Broad.
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Ccurtazone
Leighton
Burra
Lou Hallett
Bodborowie
Spalding
Leighton - Terowie
Leiehton
Beha Downing
Burra Show to be opened by the Minister of Agriculture
At a well attended Burras committee meeting preparations for the 1854 show were discussed. Heads of sections to receive proofs before catalogues print. applications to Hallwaye Department for service grounds were noted. champion ribbons for Sheep Section and junior exhibits discussed. extra section opened for Junior Cookery. needlework section expanded. cellophane coverings to be supplied by exhibitors if desired. painting of woodwork in matin hall to proceed with Rural Youth Club assisting.
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OWA
Mem
Burra Rifle Club to Host 200 Yard Shooting Event
Burra Rifle club announces a double distance shoot this Saturday with 200 yard match. Members will compete in the 200 yard event for the first stave at the range.
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Burra Rifle Ne
Annual Buff Ball at Buffin Lodge Sail Hall
The Anual Buffin Lodge Sail held Friday at Town Hall with about 130 in attendance. The decor featured green leaves, berries, flowers, almond mesh and pine sprays. A four star band played as patrons danced and a statue dance was shown. The evening included a sumptuous supper and readings by Mrs C. one and two sale helpers among a list of named organizers and staff.
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Anual Buffin Lodge
Batra
Preiss
Manrine
Fite
Cruse
Mcbride
Allen
FP. Fillmore
Vical Fisner
Bor
Aorkeepers
Syd. Williams
Wale Mar W. Holman
Ucket
Light Rain Eases Desperate Food Shortage in Rural Areas
Rain provides brief relief to townspeople and farms across the region as water shortages ease. Officials report improved pastures and feed growth, with cattle and crops benefiting though needs remain urgent in western districts. Stock agents note rainfall across Burra, Pt. Augusta, Marrabel, and Peterborough, with scattered registrations of rainfall points and continued gaps in June totals.
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Ereathy Bnandidere
Bosra
Feflen
Sentative
Burra
Pt. Augusta
West
Marrabel
Peterborough
Mt. Bryan
Mandap
Hallett
Furrell
Economy on the Farm Explained at Mount Bryan Bureau
The Mount Bryan Agricultural Bureau held its July meeting with A Hooper, a Dairy Adviser from James Town, speaking on economy on the farm. He cautioned against misreading economy as cheap buying and urged efficiency, with a Q&A session following. The next meeting on August 13 will feature a sheep classing demonstration by A Dave Thomas. Visitors welcome. Mothers and Babies Health Association provided afternoon tea.
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Mount Bryan
Dave Thomas
Mothers’ and Babies’ Health | Association
Hallett Red Cross Annual Meeting Addresses Members
Mr G. F. George spoke to Hallett Red Cross on goals and activities. Attendance included visitors from Terowle. Owen-Smyth re-nominated for President. Jack Goddard and another officer elected Vice-President.Trading Table stocked. afternoon tea served. meeting closed with funds and notes recorded by Reed and Woods.
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Hallett Red Gross
Terowle
G. FF
Rea Cros
Mire Owen-Smyth
Toba
Otucrey
Air Jack Goddard Gare
Reed
Na Tanet Woods
High School Table Tennis Championships Conclude
A series of school table tennis championships crowned winners and runners up. Junior Girls winners Marels Terry and Mary Edwards. Junior Boys champions Michael Archer and Peter Nourse. Senior Girls winner Marie Gare Garretts Simpson. Senior Boys champions Don Reed and Richard Freer.
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Marels Terry
Mary Edwards
Michael Archer
Peter Nourse
Marie Gare Garretts
Simpson
Don Reed
Richard Freer
Burra Artist Paints At Broken Hill During Holidays
Mrs W Dekenden earned praise for painting a New Method Sunday School scene on a stage in Thomas Street Broken Hill. The 20 by 9 foot backdrop took 16 days, four hours daily, depicting Broken Hill landscapes. She was reportedly the first to paint a stage scene there and donated work to aid church functions.
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W. Dekenden
Broken Hill
Gene
New Method
Thomas Street
Puneath
Ontenden
Indy
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J. Smith
Yan‘kalille
B&b. M. Rooke
R. Be Lee
Wethers
H.W. Tiver
Ewas
D.M. Short & Fons
Ewes
Wethersteing
Easie
A. F. I. Logiman
Wether
C. A
Barry
Metford
Broken Bil
Sham
Metis A Henrie
Bioboro
F. Willis
Thames & Sons
Ate ‘Bis ‘Bis
Mt. Bryan Road
Parachiloa
A. H. Broad
Ainst Boobdrowle
Paeies
Bera Laighten
Bureau
G. F. George
Hallett Red Cross
Broken Hall Wits Oakenden
Elven Many Fifte
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