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Newspaper
Burra Record
Location
Burra, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 11, 1937
Page
2
To Mrs L J Warner of Webroot on Leighton, listed in His Majesty King Georg VI Coronation Honours as a Member of the Order of the British Empire Fifth Class. The recognition is described as well earned and noted by visitors.
Tenders for reconstructing the curve on Kapunda Slackrock Road between Mine Bridge and Electric Power Station are due by noon on Monday May 17. Tenders must be lump sum for the whole job. Plans and specifications are at the Town Clerk's Office. Not a tender guaranteed to be accepted.
Nest Saturday sees the mstehen opening at Victoria Park with Kodrip 2 facing strong Spalding. Last week's result boosted both teams with high expectations for a lively encounter amid barracking crowds. On Sunday Mr Dave Killicoat and companions Swift and Bowman visited Burra, marking the 121 years since Killicoat left his native town.
News brief notes a horse killed after a collision with a train. The item mentions new musical by laws of 1930 about cycle and pedestrian traffic and warns parents and guardians to read the notice. It notes enforcement actions against violations and cautions boy cyclists about donkeying their friends.
A draft diary of the Adelaide schoolboys departure in May to inspect local sites. The party of 14 from Scotch College, Mitcham, travels by rail, with Mr L. N. Allen arranging a visit to the Burra mine and miners, while Inverarity pursues rag sales and the town is urged to consign worn clothing. An unrelated railway accident near Copperhouse describes a chestnut pony struck by an express, with the animal destroyed and police notified.
Local businessfolk in Aberdeen and Koorings decorate premises for the King and Queen coronation. Streets display emblems and bunting, with window dressings from Jont Warnes & Sone Utd. A note on sheep shearing reports wool loss due to technique, while recent rainfall totals 22 points Friday and 11 Saturday, aiding pasture growth for young stock.
Residents are invited to the Divine Civic Service at the Institute on Wednesday the 12th at 10.20 a.m. to commemorate the coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. Public attendance is requested by 10.20 a.m. sharp, with seating allocated on a first come basis. A collection will be taken for the King George V Memorial Fund. After the service a short Patriot ie meeting will occur outside the Institute with the Mayor present.
An article describes a Saturday program on May fifteenth presenting White Fang adapted from Jack London and a musical comedy Star for a Night White Fang. The bill features Lightning, Buckdog hero, and Sam Sommerville with operatic numbers. Also notes box plans at Caverdale’s Pharmacy and local condolences.
Public notice bids are invited for the purchase of a Council secondhand Ford truck at Mt Bevan. Nomination forms for Mayor and Councillors in North East West wards close noon on June 12 1437 with nominations lodged at the Town Clerk's Office. Returning Officer Edward James Davey appointed to conduct the forthcoming election.
Nominations are invited by noon on June 12 1987 at Hallett District Office to fill vacancies caused by resignation. Nominees include Sir John Melrose for Hellen Ward Evan Jenkins for Terowie Ward and Ed ward Davies for Wilate Ward. If more candidates than posts are received, an election will be held on June 1 1987. J R Clark, District Clerk.
Burra communities marked Mothers Day with a white remembrance tower visible Sunday. Anglican and Methodist services included Mothering Sunday reflections, with schools distributing posters and cards. Children paid tribute at cemeteries and gifts were given in Sunday School, highlighting the day's significance.
James Rogers aged eighty five, long time resident of Hanson district, died peacefully May sth at his Aberdeen home after farming retirement due to ill health. He is survived by his daughter Miss Minnie Rogers. Funeral held Friday morning at Koarings, service by Rev. AL Dyer, arrangements by Mammy J Pearce.
Arranged by Mrs G S Melroxe for the Ringlend Mission an Empire Ball was held in the local institute. The hall featured flags flowers and prizes. Music by Claside Carney's PL Pirate Band powered dancing. Prizes went to Mrs John Murray and Mrs A C Wright. Miss Heather McDonald won a cushion and Miss Blum Prior a raffia basket. The cocktail bar did brisk trade and supper followed. Over £20 was raised for the chapel.
The Liberal and Country League Women’s Branch met with Mrs L J Warnes presiding. Apologies from several members were noted. The convention delegates presented a report, and Mrs Warnes who attended the country convention spoke on the executive meeting. Mr C A S Hewkey of Melbourne will speak at the Institute on 27 May.
A Welcome Back social in the Convent School Hall at Eoorings celebrated Father Morrissey’s return from James Town. Parishioners from near and far joined Miss Tobin and the church committee for a full evening of music, speeches, and a generous supper, expressing affection and loyalty to the pastor.
A garbled classified style notice offers to buy or sell various items including bursas, shares, property, furniture, carpets, and other goods. The reader is urged to advertise in The Record to reach buyers or sellers.
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