Burra ratepayers approve 1200 loan for War Memorial works
At a ratepayers meeting in Burra a large majority supported borrowing 1200 pounds for a War Memorial project to beautify Victoria Park, with one third government funding and a further 199 pounds to be raised over ten years. Debate centered on debt and future upkeep while noting existing 400 pounds in hand and potential lease and governance questions.
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Burra
Victoria Park
Ima
Gwen
Burri
Goni
L. Hawke
Eestad
Beavis
Offic
Hawkeye
Hawke
Airoan
Oval
Ana
Burts
T. H. Woollacott
National Bank
Soo North
Toeat
B.C. Lott
Cor
War Memorial Committee
Acheme
Mee Hawke
Messrs Riggs and Marston
James Reed
Haws
K. R. Crewes
Woollacott
W. Radford
W. Marsh
R. H. Smith
C. Woolihcott
Cornell Books
Victoria
Jee Tates
Missing Tobacco Worth £90 Reported In Burra
Detectives investigate the loss of £90 worth of tobacco during transport. Mr Murphy expects replacement and notes Burra will suffer little beyond delays. This is the third similar incident, with Mr J. T. Pascoe and the Commercial Hotel each reporting a prior theft.
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Couuigast
Cen Murphy
Burra
Fins Bean Rey
Murphy
Chis
J. T. Pascoe
Induction Service at St Marys Burra Welcomes New Rector
Induction of Rev R S T Pettet to Burra parish held at St Marys Church of England with Archdeacon Bulbeck conducting and Clem Davey organist. Local officials and visiting clergy welcomed Pettet, praising diligent ministry and urging a united Burra Church community.
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St. Mary's Church of England
T. Potter
Burra
Fournney
Archie L. Bulbock
Clem Davey
Archdeacon Bulbeck
Christ Church
North Adelaide
James
Auburn
Bond
Koalunga
St. Paul
Thessalonians
St. Mary's Hall
T. Pett
Cleut Davey
A. L. Bulbeck
Bur- XR
A. E."bulbeck
T. Pettet
Onehalf
Ond
S. Hawker
Fellet
Burrd
Thurel
RS. T. Bettet
George Harris
Boobcrowle
Pettet
H. 3. B. Jennison
Meyor
B. Woodgate
J. R. Banker
F. Wigley
W. Young
Mea
Marston
Rev. Peet
Iecret Heath
Millicent
Archdeacon Redding
Mt. Gambler
Burra Parents Call for School Yard Safety Over Accidents
Local Burra families report numerous costly injuries and hospital visits caused by rough play in the school yard. Parents say supervision is insufficient and warn more accidents will occur without changes. Names of injured children include Peter Bown Leith Pederick Valerie Allen Joan Bedland and Mary Caxaira.
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Burra
Browne
Helme
Burra Branch of Savings Bank Has Fine Record
The Savings Bank of South Australia marks its centenary and notes Burra Branch as a community achiever. Opened February 27, 1912, it oversees agencies at Farrell Flat, Burra North, Mt. Bryan and Eilett, with 2000 ordinary accounts and 465 School Bank depositors totaling about £370,780. The first manager was J. M. Lunn. current manager is A. Nethway.
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Savings Bank of
South Australia
Burra
Farrell Flat
Booborowie
Burra North
Mt. Bryan
Eilett
J. M. Lunn
Managre
A. Nethway
Supper Served by Ladies at Community Gathering
A supper was served by the ladies and an opportunity was given to everyone to meet Rev. and Mrs Pettet and daughter, suggesting a small-town church or social event fostering fellowship and introductions.
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Pettet
Beartes Soar in C Collins Trophy Shootoff
Burra Hislemen gain experience under difficult conditions as Beartes Soar wins the C Collins Trophy at 700 yards with 238. Jim Schwier delivers best shoot at 700 yards with 238, while new member Moya shows pace. Scores compare poorly to prewar levels. next Saturday marks the final stage with Pat Hagar heading the slate and a long list of club shooters posting scores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burra Hislemen
C. Collins
Jim Schwier
Bess
Birra
Pat Hagar
Ibe Oarge
J. Kellock
Lloyd
C. Holmes
R. G. Bernhardt
G. Webster
M. Kakoschke
C. Hopkins
Mrs Webster Fire Appeal Seeks Seed Wheat and Hay Donations
Burta RS L appeals for seed wheat hay and log posts donations now delivered to Mrs Webster's home. Contributions listed include gold sovereigns and cash gifts from local residents and families headed by Mr and Mrs Dobson Campbell Dighton Holmes Mullta and others.
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Burta RS. L. Ae
J. ‘Webster
B. Holmes
I. Mullta
Booborowie Ladies Club Opens 1948 Meeting
The Booborowie Ladies' Club opened its 1948 session on Thursday February 12. Attendance was small due to holidays. An autumn fair to support the Booborowie Memorial Hall was discussed but deemed too soon to ensure success. a future event may be planned, with net proceeds to benefit the Memorial Hall.
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Bodkorowie Memorial Hall
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B. Woottaontt
Savings Bank
Phone Burra
Riverton
Vehone
Mrs Webster Fire Appeal
Booborowie Ladies’ Club
Tatic
Cook Bros
Fisher Terrace
Mile End
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