Charcoal Burning Talk Energizes Mt Bryan East Bureau
Mt Bryan East Agricultural Bureau hosts speaker OM George Willmott on charcoal burning and best woods for firewood. Kilns in operation shown to members as questions pour in. Election of officers held with all positions re elected. Curious local rains noted as the district remains damp and busy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swy Uth
George Willmott
Willmoty
Willmott
Gordon Maxted
Willett
Vic Hughes
Mott
Omcurs
AMI
Rae
Mir
Barer Hou
Jas
A ‘Thomas
Sec
Mess
Printing Circulars and Tickets Item in 7 Test Entry
Up to date printing details for cards, cards, hand bills, concert tickets, billbeans, circulars, letterheads, business tags, levels, and step the Bors record.
Burra social recalls Tobruk siege and war talk
Fie. Sermop was welcomed to Burra for a soldiers’ social at Warners Cafe on Thursday night. He recalled leaving Tobruk for Alexandria, noting the ship was bombed ten times in four hours, yet British sailors endured. He warned that Germans are hard fighters but fair, while Italians are described as sly and vicious. He urged caution against booby traps and warned locals not to kick loose stones or logs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fie
F. Sermop
Nick
Burra
Warners Cafe
Tobruk
Alexanddria
Burra Public School Weekly Examination and Fund Figures
Grace Garratt Grian Sis Joy Bourman Dear Lemmsn Grace Kakosenae Peter Marston Marjorie Willis Barbars Bagy ngs Pamela Davis Grace Davies Golin Sellars Grade VII Bob Jesser Mary Lioyd net making certificates. Bric Clete and Ron Williams completed nets under Tom Corry and R Grant. Patriotic funds totals show donations 193 10 10 War Levies 1548 5 4 Waste Products 5.
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Grace Margaret Garratt
Grian Sis
Joy Bourman
Dear Lemmsn
Grace Fay Kakosenae
Peter Marston
Marjorie Willis
Barbars Bagyngs
Pamela Davis
Grace V—Carlieme Davies
Golin Sellars
Bob Jesser
Mary | Lioyd
Murray Tiver
Ron Williams
Colin Salar
Bric Clete
Ron
Tom Corry
R. Grant
Elso
Renown Brand Furniture at Local Stores Listed
Renown Brand Ware and Seagrass furniture obtainable at your local store. Manufactured at the Royal Institution for the Blind.
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The
Royal Institution For the Blind
Social to Ptes Collins and Lynch at Leighton
A large crowd gathered on Tuesday night July 14 to honor Pte Bob Collins Gum Creek and Pte Phillip Lynch Leighton home on leave. The event featured speeches thanking the men for their service, with locals expressing support and best wishes for a speedy return. Dancing, singing, and a supper followed, as residents contributed comforts and gifts.
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Holly
Bob Collins
Gum Creek
Phillip L. Et Leighton
Me. Fack, Field
Warewell
Tvs
Danny
Preiss
Lysich
Ne Hogan
Austrralia Mu
Field
Sylvia ‘Thomas
Thos
Hel
Fridiny
Wer Loens
Cyril
Rex Haase
Marti Hogan
Jack
Sale
Bott
Funded donations reach Avelaide with knitted items
Mr Bryan F.F.C. Fund reports weekly dispatches to Avelaide including four sleeveless jumpers two sleeveless pullovers and multiple items from Mrs Jarmyn Mrs Edwards and others. Also listed are five dozen handkerchiefs rifle cleaners and a prize for best knitted pair of socks with entry rules and wool supply details.
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Avelaide
Mr Atkin
Foote
Barton
Phillips
Stanley Hawker
Ander
Mra
Jarmyn
Lesa
Socks Matsa
Burra High School Students Compete In School Sports Meet
Mary Pield leads contestants in a long list of events including 100 yards sprints for seniors and juniors with Rhonda Smith Joy Pascoe and Heather Pearce among top performers. Senior Bob Seaford and Bob Nankivell shine in field events while relay and high jump honors go to Browne Blues and Nankivell respectively. The report notes patriotic school activities and class positions with assemblies featuring songs and French students performing.
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Mary Pield
Pepeee Sanniaford
Colm Lloyd
Bol Nankivell
Maxine
Till Pearce
Marie Crewes
Taterme
Betis Seares
Bob Rushey
Tatermediate
Elth Salley
Max Pascoe
Igs
Davies
Dune Hourman
Rhonda Smith
Joy Passoc
Heather Pearce
Johm Maxsarol
Bri
Smith
Bill Byles
Bob Nankivell
Kelvin Brice
Bob Seataré
Calin Lloyd
Jet
Nankivell
Bob Seaford
Geof
Doug Salebelt
Colin Lloyd
Bob Nanksivell
Browns
Reley
Blues
Joant
Peter Dunon
Eunice Tralagran
Jeanette Roe
Thiselora
Colin Brereton
Dong
Jonny Harvey
Little Hing
Aleen Toung
Maisie Pearce
Audrey Bown
Jule Bourman
Impelmne
Foecitation
Maret Mier Fargar
Air Observation Post Schedule for Week of July 20
The Air Observation Post list covers week of July 20 with daily time slots. Personnel include Butlers, G. E. Brooks, R. H Smith, A. P. Rogers, Baulderstone, G. Dollman, B. Mecarthy, R. Garrard, Mesdames Pascoe and Young, Darrel D. Young, F. Pontifex, W. A. Barfield, D. Raimchord, J. P. Davis, M. J. Morton, and Mr F B H. Shifts span 7 pm to 7 am on several days with varied start times and duties noted in the fragment.
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Baulderstone
G. Dollman
I B. Mecarthy
R. Garrard
Darrel D. Young
Tam
F. Pontifex
W. A. Barfield
Publishing Police Court News Restored to Publish Names
The publication resumes police court news and will list individuals accused of misdemeanors who request non publication. Officials note the move aims to balance public record with personal privacy and enforceable court orders.
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Tequesta
Mt Bryan East School Weekly Test Results
Mt Bryan East School released weekly test results showing student performance across grades. Priday reported notable gains in math and science with several students achieving top marks and improved attendance noted by administrators.
Children’s Hospital Dance at Mt Bryan
Proceeds from a Mt Bryan dance on July 11 benefitted the Children’s Hospital. Despite bad weather, attendance and interest were high with performances by Miss Miller, Mr Bil Quinn, and others. Prizes for two competition dances were donated by Miss Miller. Supper and organizing staff were listed, with music provided by Mr Zerrel Field and Mrs Abere.
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Children’s Hospital
Ap. Yea
Mt. Bryan
J.C. Murray
Murray
Sock inspection and care notes from Red Cross listing
A fragmentary note describes sock inspection standards including stretched length to 48 inches and five inch rubbing area, with emphasis on no small holes at ankles. The text references Beekeeping, May and Aust aban Red Cross Spinging ety, and washing guidelines for socks.
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Ankies
Jane
Austaban
Red Cross
Bee
Heenza Cough Remedy Endorsed by Noted Figures
A fragmentary advert claims Heenza Cough Remedy is used by famous individuals including Sir Harry Lauder Peter Dawson Mrs Gladys Moncrieff and Captain Frank Gurley. It touts GEENZO as quick acting economical and suitable for coughs colds croup bronchitis and air throat. The copy promotes making a pint from a concentrated 20 cost two shillings and one sixpence and sweetened water for home use.
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Harry Lauder
Peter Dawson
Gladys Moncrieff
Frank] Gurley
Geenzo
Burra Welcome Home as Local War Effort Praised
A presentation at All Worship Hall hailed the swift notice given for the event and praised Burra residents for supporting returning soldiers. Speakers stressed grave war conditions, praised South Australian troops, and urged continued civilian resolve. Guests included Pte Seroop welcomed home, with best wishes from Dr Steele and Mr Genders, while reflections on British forces and the war effort closed the gathering.
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Jess Royal
Burrs
Vistors
Col Seaford
Pte
Seroop
Mid ‘le East
Steele
Army
Pre
Rowe
Australia
Australis
FT. Farm
Burra
Gland
Roy Sernop
Barnel
Gussis
Public to test siren signals at both ends
The public is notified that after installing a new siren at Burra North a test of signals from 2:25 PM to 8:00 PM will be conducted on Wednesday next, the 22nd inst. The notice specifies trial timings and locations for community awareness.
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Burra North
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Pte.r. Scroop
Middle East
Burra Public School
Renown Brand
Saddler’s
Sara & CO
General Merchants
Ptes
R. Collins
Phillip Lynch
Leighton
Bryan
Hanson Public School
Police Court News
Mt. Bryan East School
Burra Motor Co
Motor and General Engineers
Guy H. Dollman
Dodge
Chrysler
Austin
Renault
Horwood Bagshaw Ltd
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