27 Jul 1954
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Newspaper
Burra Record
Location
Burra, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 27, 1954
Page
1
Morganvale Station, held by Messrs ME Howard & Sofe for 24 years, will be offered for sale by public auction. The property lies miles north of Buctn and B ties, with a good water supply and pine bush, salt spiniles, spear wrass, Sinai assets. The sale, scheduled with Flying Doctor Medical, will occur by auction in the Bars BSL on August 37th.
The meeting, opened by Bis Worship, discussed planting trees in Burra to commemorate the Queen's visit to Australia. Council and local groups including Burra Red Cross and schools considered sites near Memorial Oval and the Avenue of Memory, with fencing and stock issues noted. Preparations for next year and public assistance in tree care were requested.
An Adelaide event invites laughter and creativity as guests plan fancy costumes for the RS L Fancy Dress Ball. Prizes are offered in various sections and past years featured circus acts and flamboyant outfits, making the evening a highlight of the dancing season.
A street collision on Commercial Street near Burrs Bakery involved two cars in a reversing maneuver. The first vehicle, driven by George E Morwen of the Edible Industries Adelnige, backed into position and was struck by a second car driven by Albert G Blieschite.
Readers thank the Mayor and Councillors for support of the Annus Badge Appeal for Permanently Disabled Ex-Servicemen and Women. The letter notes a successful day and a total sum of 70 16 3, and invites citizens of Bunya to visit the Terrace and Fult Street. State Secretary signs.
Burra Town Council plans a public meeting on Friday July 30 at 7 30 pm to discuss the Advertiser Youth Travel Scheme. The aim is to raise about 650 to sponsor a local youth. A committee to manage fundraising and a voluntary contribution option are proposed with possible district representation.
The Parachinna race reports 100 percent returns with clouded weather and light wind at the pace point. Top flyers include A H Broad 1261 ypm and F Brandt 1306 ypm, with 4,000 to 5,000 miles noted. race to resume next week toward Murtee.
Report of weekend bouts includes Burra Hor Ing Club’s double 200 and 400 yard wins by Bruce Stockman, P J Byrnes clocking 1363 yards per minute, and a Burra North Baceniae game against Cadell with Cadell winning 34 to 11. Also notes a cold wind at Boobowie and a MM Oo handicap stroke event won by E.
Burra Golf Club prepares for its annual big event on Sunday August 1 with aims to crown champions in multiple competitions. club members express thanks to donors including Watlingoate Lindsay Thomas J A Bevan E T Boulderstone and Vick F Doltiman plus local businesses Wilkinson & Co Modern Meat and Butta Cold Stores for trophies and prizes. a reminder to bring rake and shovel for Saturday cleanup after the competition.
Mr Bryan Ball event raised £146 for Legacy with Clare representing, supported by Owen-Smyth and Jack Parker from Hallett. Guests enjoyed a full evening of non stop dancing with music by Mrs Preiss, and thanks expressed to the people of the district for their generous support.
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