Burra Council Holds March Meeting Notes Debates
Burra Toma Council met Monday evening with all councillors present. Notices from Savings Bank of S A and Shell Co named voting representatives. council noted names. Requests from local groups for funding and works discussed, including fire brigade input, dog disposal contracts, and a Roman Catholic church access grant. By-laws report, swimming pool tenders, and road repairs reviewed. Father Morissey’s bitumen request considered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burra Toma
Savings Bank of
S.A
Corporation of
Burra
Messrs
W. Angel
R. H. Peddler
Shell Company
John Lehman
Ardar Bawan
Messrs Halls
Bevan
Council
Soldiers’ Aid Society
Tidw
Pest
Aberdeen Teninls Club
Cr Worth
Kellaway
Dove
Connell
Cos Price
Gr Jeffery
Gr Worth
Jeffery
Gr Sernison
Father Morrissey
Gr Kellaway
Burra Hotel
Gr Riggs
Dr Jennison
Kaloschke's
Sellars
Cr li i
New Juvenile Book List at Burra Institute Library
The Burra Institute announces a new circulating list titled Companions of the Bush featuring volumes by Gireus Ring M M Nobgkwa Bruce Winning Through Burrage Bane of the White Horse and more. Subscribers welcomed with 2 shillings 4 pence weekly to borrow two books and one magazine and new shelving alterations planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Besid
Gireus Ring
Nobgkwa Chews
Bruce
Burrage
Bane of the
White Horse
Case
Varvara
England
Dasent
Mier
North Land
Grey
Brent
Gate House
Hadath
Hall
Heming
Rood and
the Raven
Bollis
Fordyce
Flyon
Lita
Mackness
Maryolaine
Marston
Buckle
Barchester
Australian Young League offers girls travel tours to Melbourne and Tasmania
The South Australian division of the Young Australian League announces two travel tours for girls aged nine to 48 to Melbourne and Tasmania. The No 1 tour spans 12 days visiting Melbourne Hobart Launceston and scenic sites. No 2 covers Melbourne surrounds including beaches and gardens. Contingents are organized with chaperons, prefects, medical support, and trained leaders led by Miss Nance Grant-Allan. Parents urged to contact the League Office in Adelaide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Young Australian League
League
Melbourne
Tasmania
Hobart
Launceston & Burne
Mt Wellington
Derwent
National Park
Victoria
Russell Falls
Besututo Gardens
Upper
Bescher
Yarra
Fern Tree Gully
Aested
Mise Nance D- Grant-Allan
Miss Grant-Allan
Flinder Street
Adelaide
Harvest Thanksgiving at Mt Bryan East Methodist Church
Harvest Thanksgiving services were held on Sunday March 14 with Rev. O L Noske preaching both afternoon and evening. The Hallett Choir led by George Bald and organist Audrey Miller provided songs and two anthems each service. A social evening featured performances by local artists, a Mount Bryan Dramatic Company sketch Why Grandfather Altered this Will, a gifts sale and supper. Memorial service for James Doyle occurred March 21 with large attendance. Cricketers prepare for Tallett Association matchSouth Jooborowie vs Bryan Exst.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Bryan East Methodist Church
Eir
Wecit
0. L. Noske
Hallett
George Bald
Audrey Miller
Noske
Sone
James Lomman
Melva Gare
Stan Forth
Mears Chas
Len
Bob Dare
Ron Hirschinsen
Gordon Maxted
E. S. Wilks
Charles Dare
Mount Bryan Dramatic Company
Australian Broadcasting Commission
Howard Griffen
Mr Scratchem
Hedrey Edwards
Mrs Scratchem
Molly Edwards
Tommy Scratchem
Les Schuyler
Mr Bold
Bill Winchester
Mrs Bold
Jeen Miller
Mx Holden
Bob Schuyler
Mel Holden
Kathleen Grifen
Mrs Talkem
Elva Alching
Dorothy Schuyler
Noake
Reviving Crystal Sensitivity in Detector Crystals
The piece outlines methods to restore crystal sensitivity by soak and wash, notes on alum solutions, and advice on spare crystals. It also warns that crystals degrade with air and lists common radio receiver noises such as whistling and crackling. Troubleshooting tips include lowering plate voltage and inspecting connections. The passage ends with census-like anecdotes and an accounts abstract.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waite
Burra Benevolent Society Holds First Meeting Seek Shoes
The Burra Benevolent Society report notes a well attended first meeting on Friday. With Rev J P H Tibrook absent, Rev A Dyer chaired and led appeals for aid. Aid was practical and goods based, footwear most needed. parcels to be left at the Institute with Mr A Devéy and will be acknowledged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. H. Tibrook M
A. Dyer
Institute
A. Devéy
On Getting On Yet Not Being a Leader
The essay argues that discontent stems from not being valued, but true worth lies in doing one’s best at any task. It uses a cathedral stonecutter parable to urge humility, perseverance, and honest labor. It emphasizes accepting limits, maintaining faith in oneself, and cherishing sincere friendships, a stable home, and honest respect for a job well done.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stoemason
Storks
Women Driver Reaches Heaven Gate Joke Echoes City
A humorous line about a woman driver reaching Heaven and knocking at the gate circulates as a playful urban quip reflecting local wit and cultural humor without further context or details.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Pederson
Walker & Sons
Forgan
J. & R. Forgan Ltd
Crystal Brogk
Port Pirie
Fred M, Pearce
Aberdeen
Builder’s and Generalware Merchant
Berger's Paints
Uss
Coltons
Colton Falmer & Preston Ltd
Currie ST
Jeffery & Byrne
Sears Meat Store
Burra Institute
Foung Australia League Inc
MT. Bryan East
Methodist
Lnte
James Doyle
Secasion
J. Noske
Orvice
Ion
Tallett Association
South Jooborowie
Bryan
Felfery
Burra Benevolent Soc
Stromberg-Geilion
Kooringa
H. J. B. Jennison
Burra Motor Co
Caterpillar
Dodge Bros
DE Soto Motor
Hillman and Humber
Horwood Bagshaw
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