Thirteen Year Old Boy Dies After Quarry Accident
A 13 year old boy died after a fall at a quarry Sunday morning following an incident Saturday afternoon when nine boys aged eight to thirteen were playing cops and robbers. A large stone toppled from the cliff edge, striking Andrew and causing a fatal head injury from an estimated 60 feet. Constables Bar by and Chamberlain prepared a coroner's report for Mr J A Fisher.
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Barbary
Burra
Pital
Andrew
Chambern
J. A. & Fisher
Increased Prize Money for Spalding Rodeo
Spalding Rodeo prize money raised to 250 with profits from prior years of 140 180 and 580 directed to Boulding's World Memorial project. Local firms sponsor sashes. Erica Jones to compete in Ladies Event. Noted riders Wally Woods Alan Woods and Tom Willoughby expressed intent to compete. wild horses borrowed from Marrabel Rodeo Committee due to paddock shortages.
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Wally
Woods
Alan Woods
Tom Willoughby
Trulldoguer
Marrabel
Marrabel Rodeo Committee
Merrabel Committee
Spalding Pig Chase Tradition Continues in Wild Hunt
Messrs Blegert Bros Ben Slack Nell Brave Burnie Weston and C Allen prepare for the annual Pig Chase at Spalding Rodeo in New South Wales. They stage a prelim canter and, after a hunting trip with dogs and provisions, deliver a young pig to the Rodeo Committee as the chase proceeds. This year the committee has already tagged its pig.
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Blegert Bros
Ben Slack
Nell Brave
Burnie Weston
C. Allen
Tory Canter
Spalding
Buiverdos
New Bouth Wales
Reminder to Primary Producers
Reminder to primary producers that outstanding Bull and Carrying Licences should be effected as soon as possible. Licences may be obtained at the Burra Pallee Station.
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Famary
Burra Pallee
Canopus bore yields artesian water near Burra
A bore at Canopus station 220 miles east of Burra struck potable water at 1000 feet after passing through sea sand and shells. Salt water layers were blocked and level rose to within 60 feet of the top, then fell two feet after hours of pumping. Report claims next bore may drill deeper in search of artesian water.
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Canopus
Burra
Weekend Sport Roundup From The North Eastern Association
The North Eastern Association held two weeks off the Saturday series with Hallett defeating Burra by 17 points. Terowie routed Leighton 11-10 to 5, Boohorowie beat Balding 12-7 to 110, and Whyte Tarowie beat Terowie women. Burra easily defeated Hallett 133 to 15, Roobcrowle bested Board 1 33 to 18. The A grade second qualifying round ran 30 holes with Mrs Blight beating Mrs E Jeffery. Mrs Gardser won the Saturday afternoon Bogey. In rifle shooting E O Rapkine won the first stage at 200 and 600 yards with 203 and took the Handicap. The Butts Farming Club’s rowing race from Morree Saturday covered 271 miles, won by P. J. Byrnes at 1382 yards per minute, his fifth win this season.
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Hallett
Burra
Terowie
Leighton
Boohorowie
Balding
Roobcrowle
Board 1
Blight
E. Jeffery
Mra C. Gard
E. 0. Rapkine
Butts Faming Club
Morree
Batueday
P. J. Byrnes
Leighton Miniature Debutante Ball Fundraiser Held
The Leighton society hosts a miniature debutante ball Friday in July to raise funds for Merc ent renovations. The event highlights include trained aides and services by Miss nay, with decor upgrades like repainting and wall repairs. An advertisement in this paper lists further ball details.
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Leighton Anes
Gila
Impeccable Inner Shield Builds Safe Resolve
A compact guide urges forging an impenetrable shield within the self. It emphasizes mindfulness, boundary setting, and mental drills to protect against external pressure and stress.
No Rush To Join Medical Benefits Scheme
The article notes public hesitation toward Commonwealth Medical benefits and explains the process. It outlines membership, health statements, and that no medical exam is needed, with benefits varying by organization and government schemes. It mentions costs per year and family coverage up to age 17, emphasizing ease of access and confusion about approved organizations.
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Toca Coutells
Duce
Tenders Called For Spalding War Memorial Club House
Tenders invited for the Spalding War Memorial Club House as the committee extends facilities. The group has already built a bowling green at about £600 and a children's playground near Pelag Nipple with Murray water and Trust, electricity, aimed at making the memorial more attractive.
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McH
R.ss
Bowling Ad
C.wa
Pelag Nipple
Murray Water and Trust
Ts War Memorial
Onion Weed Prevalent In District
A letter from the Minister of Agriculture notes onion weed was found to be prevalent in parts of the Burre District after an inspection. The Town Council and Blockowners Association pledge action to control the weed on council property and urge block owners to curb its spread.
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Burre
Burra Golf Associates Open Day Draws Town Support
Widespread interest marked Burra Golf Associates Open Day, with generous town support keeping expenses nil. Despite poor weather, the event was described as a very successful first in years, featuring floral arrangements by Miss Marcie Collins, a welcoming Club House, and catering led by President Mrs Roy Jeffery.
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Burra
Birra
Keer
Marcie Collins
Roy Jeffery
Mrn Gardner
Public Works Chairman Elected to Fill Vacancy
At a recent meeting the chairman of Public Works was elected to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Dr Pritchard who served in that capacity during his term.
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Chairen
Pritchard
Rediscovery of native shrub at Black Springs reported
A native shrub Bentiyo waxflower is noted as rediscovered in Black Springs and reported in the year ended March 31 1053 assembly table. The report also mentions Medusa head wild oats or European grace established at Bisek Springs and Northern California sightings.
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Bentiiyo
Black Springs
Bisek Springs
California
Burra Woman Celebrates 21st Birthday With Family
On Saturday evening Alan Mavis Braad of Burra celebrated her 21st birthday. About thirty friends and relatives attended the gathering at Garoea. The party was hosted by her parents Mr and Mrs W Brand. Mavis received many fine presents and congratulations.
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Alan Mavis Braad
Burra
Garoea
W. Brand
Mavis
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