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Newspaper

Burra Record

Location

Burra, South Australia, Australia

Date

May 04, 1937

Page

2

Notice of civic roll inspection and revision dates

Notice under the Local Government Act 1984 that the Citizens Roll is revised and may be inspected at Aberdeen East Ward Council Chamber Barr Institute Kooringa West Ward Corner Chamber Bureau Institute Koorings. Claims for insertion due by May 20 1927 and objections by May 27 1937. Council to sit as Court of Revision June 8 1937 at 8 p.m. Town Clerk E. J. Davey.

Aberdeen Useres Burra Tnfiute Roarings Davey

Local Farmer Seeks Help After Rising Feed Costs

Mr A NANHIVELL appeals to a broad circle of donors for support with his pig business. He has had to give up farming due to the sharp rise in the price of hard feed.

A. Nanhivell

Coronation Celebrations in Burra urged public lighting

The Burra Record notes local coronation celebrations with a push for businesses and homes to decorate from May 11 to May 25 incl. marking 25 years since the last coronation. Aims to express patriotism and unite citizens in the event.

Local and General Excellent programmes this May weekend

A Saturday program features S Kids and 3 Queen a Deanna story about a moneyed, eccentric heiress and three lads who hide her identity while police search for the kidnapped Indy. The second feature stars Jack Moll in a money-driven battle tale with romantic and thrilling scenes plus two coloured cartoons. Wednesday May 12 coronation day offers Wheeler and Woolsey in rapid-fire musical comedy, Crazy Comics, Tuneful Rhythm, and Beautiful girls, plus the film Black Fury with Paul Mori. Gazettes and short subjects complete the night. box plans and day rates available at Coverdale’s Pharmacy, Kooringa.

Deanna Frields Indy Wheeler and Woolsey Paul Mori Abiatar Mani Coverdale'a

Coronation Civic Service Planned in Burra Institute

Residents of Burra and district are urged to attend a civic service in the Institute on May 13 at 10 30 am to celebrate the coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. The choir will be led by a combined group with the town cloistered officials assisting.

George VF Queen Elizabeth Burra Institute T. H. Wosllacott Burra and Distret Institute George VI Elizateth

Bryan Lad's Success at Mt Bryen College Sports

In Thursday Advertiser report, Dave Thomas son of Brandie Badlie Thoms of Mt Bryen won junior events including broad jump 1 inch, 100 yards junior championship, 220 yards junior championship in 28.2 seconds, and high jump 4 ft 9 inches, earning 20 points and the Junior Championship Cup. Past two years won Champion Cup for boys under 14. secretary thanks Burra Booborowie Adelside businesses and others for trophies and assistance at the Saturday sports.

Bine’s College Dave Thomas Brandie Badlie Thoms Mt. Bryen Weve

Methodist Centenary Celebrations in South Australia

May 11 marks the first Methodist church in the colony with 15 founders led by Edward Stephen. By 1947 the church records show 0 churches and 194 preaching places, 18,805 adherents, 181 ministers. the centenary events include services and messages from Rev A Dyer and Rev J HL Tilbrook MA as part of observing the anniversary next Sunday.

South Austatia Methodist Society Edward Stephen M A Mathers

By Cripes Yes An Old German Farmer Describes a Crash

An elderly German farmer recounts a railway accident where a brake van was shunted by an engine. He vividly recalls failing to use emergency brakes and nearly dying as the car toppled from the step onto a cow pie. Only damage to the car occurred per his dramatic description.

Endunda Cripes Emma-Jency

Coronation Service attendance urged by ex-members

Ex-members urged to attend the Coronation Service in Burra on Wednesday May 12 at 0.20 pm with a muster at 10:00 am from the club. They will march to the Institute led by the Burra Band or drum if needed. rededicating loyalty to the throne amid a strong show of attendance. Nearby Waikerie Brass Band members visited Burra, lodging with the local band and receiving a hearty welcome home. Rain fell across Hunts and adjoining districts, boosting pasture and land work prospects, with 134 points recorded locally and farming gains noted as land becomes workable.

Givie Burya Institute Club Coors Marel Preiss Atather Burra Waikerie Hunts Aiésta Dros A. Z. McWalers Leighton Lad Bert Finch

Public meeting on Carmston coronation planned

The Carmston celebrations organizers call all interested to a public meeting at the Cornell Chamber Wednesday evening at 8 p.m. The notice invites attendance and details in the advertisement.

Dot Cornell Chamber

Omission in Bowl Towns Meats results noted

The report apologizes for omitting the runner up time of Mr M S Edwards in the Singles handicap at the Bowl Towns meet. It credits Edwards’ prominence to his training under coach Geo Terry and acknowledges the trophy was recorded without the winner’s name.

Geo. Terry M.S Edwards Edwards

Kooringa Football Club Opens 1937 Season with Mallet Clash

Kooringa Football Club announces the 1937 season opener against Mallett on their grounds. Due to limited transport under new rules, some players will be omitted but all will be tried in the early weeks. Coronation Day events with a match and ball are planned at Robiertstown, with trains and entertainment by Seaty. Practice on Tuesdays and Thursdays resumes. twenty-one-man squad listed including Douelliday as captain and Jor Bill among others.

Mallett Typiss Leon Douelliday E. Jennings H. Reed J. Sanderson A. Swenson E. Blutchier A Campbell L. Han C. Be

Mother's Day Telegram Stationery Offer

The Postmaster General announces special Mother’s Day telegram forms and envelopes in appealing colours to honor mothers. From the 8th to 16th, at the Sid and 16th Bay exchange, special stationery is available and messages may be written at any post office.

Postmaster-General's Department Sid 16Th Bay

King George VI Tribute Assembly at Burra Primsey High

A combined assembly of Burra Primsey and High Schools will be held on Tuesday in the school hall. Parents and friends are invited to attend a program featuring National Anthem, songs of Hope and Glory, Britannia, an address, hymns, and salutes to the Royal Family and the flag.

Burra Primsey and Ocean TLM The Ring

Ronayion Dance For Coronation Eve At Hallett Institute

The District Council of Tublett plans a dance Tuesday evening on the eve of the Coronation Ceremony of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth at the Hallett Institute. A coronation souvenir will be given to each attendee. Cornell's Pike Dance Band will provide music from 9 pm to 2 am. Admission 2 shillings for gentlemen and 1 shilling 6 pence for ladies, meals included. Tickets available at Hallett.

Carnell PIRIE Tublett George VI Elizabeth Xarand Hallet Institute Balme Cornell Pike

Poverty Revealed Beyond Fame By E DLV Chapman

A poem recalling poverty as unseen by honors and battles, describing the writer's daily struggle to beg bread on a filthy street. It contrasts distant glory with the submerged millions living in dire distress and predicts the mighty will one day endure poverty’s exposure.

E. DLV Chapman

Ascension Thursday and Sunday Schedule Notes

Informal notice lists May Gly ML Bryan times 8 30 and 10 30 at Rooringa. Next Sunday May 2nd Rooringa 94 Me Bryan 19 20 a.m. Mentions Lucene Seed and a sender Nelson Hanu seeking ample.

Ascension Bryan Rooringa Me. Bryan Nelson Hanu

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