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Newspaper
Burra Record
Location
Burra, South Australia, Australia
Date
Nov 10, 1942
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR mentions Ader and Smith Gee with awkward phrases including catail es och 3 000 and abst st JOHN OO LING. No clear event or outcome available. content is unresolved boilerplate-like data from a ledger or notice.
Auction notice invites additional bidders under stated sale conditions. It notes entry terms, required credentials, and compliance steps for participation. The fragment signals ongoing process and potential for new entrants under defined rules.
Public notice announces Collector duties from November 6 to November 19, 1942 for water rates payment. Taxpayers must settle accounts by the date. Mayor and Council address the matter. opposition leaders to speak. Cemetery plot and grave fees listed with charges for headstones, graves, and births. receipts to be paid to the finance block.
International Day event in CHINA region with speaker Flint from Adelaide on China musical trends and sponge cake competition. Attendees urged to bring gifts for shop and bags for Cheer-Us hamper. Secretary Binule Rogers notes cordial invitation to attend.
A stray item found near Collinsville can be claimed by paying expenses. The finder or claimant must covering removal and related costs to retrieve the item.
A public concert event is advertised for Saturday at 8 pm with 14 vocalists and a ventriloquist. The program includes an introduction by President Shepners and an opening address, followed by a bugler and a vote of thanks. Admission 2 shillings for adults. children half price. Proceeds benefit the local store committee.
A gala at Leighton Hall showcases Waltz and circular dances with performances by the Dashce Band and Hy Lindsty Jettsier’s orchestra. Admission is 1/6 and 1/7. Proceeds benefit Red Cross Junior and Hall Funds, with M. M Bumplirys and L. P. Lonebottom organizing.
Sunday services announced for Burra Redruth circuit with Rev Hi Brings at 10 am Rev S J Mor Hanson at 2 pm Rev H Bartlett at Rowmine M E Morton to lead. Services listed for Redrath U am and Am.
Kooringa circuit lists Sunday services with Rev Bartlett at Farrell Flat at 2 pm and Rev SJ Martin at Kooringa with presiding minister Martin noted.
A compact historical listing shows fragmented notices for sales, lost items, meetings, amusements, and properties. Names such as Coverdale and J Hill appear with ads for goods like sun hats, gloves, shoes, and grooming creams. The text preserves vintage price cues and short product references amid garbled OCR.
The Burra Record shows a brief Tuesday edition notice from Boned Meek Matoe, proprietor with telephon e contact details. It reflects a local newspaper frame and indicates publishing cadence and office branding.
The Lerenton Gala, organized by the Bed, Gross and Leventon Ladies Guilds, aims to raise funds at Leighton Hall on Wednesday November 18. Proceeds support the Era Grow function and related community efforts. The event emphasizes collaboration and the uplift of local charities.
On Saturday November 14 a musical extravaganza features Jeane McDonald and Nelson Eddy in a romantic operetta set in Paris with bold buccaneers and tropical island adventures. Also shown is Ann Jethern’s Mal ile was a Lady with lively performances. Canberra reports praise heroism and resilience from Australian troops, wounded men scenes, and a note on Japanese methods. Coverdale's Pharmacy carries copies. after hours contact Burrs. Pte Kerin reportedly wounded in the Middle East. family notes say he is recovering and rejoining his battalion.
An advertisement for a Sunday concert at Booborowie promotes a Methodist event featuring Gray of talent. Last year’s show drew praise and locals plan to attend. The program includes The Britons’ tricks Misses Nita Vernon Lily Dereaux The Rhytim Trio Cyril Talbot and others performing musical acts and novelty performances.
Nye monthly Red Cross gathering at Maison Memorial Hall on November 4 1943 reported a balance sheet showing a clear profit of 11 pounds 4 shillings 5 pence. A cheque for 108 pounds was proposed to Red Cross headquarters for General Funds. Donation of a sheep skin by Mr R T P Rogers was acknowledged. Trading Thleanne competitions were organized by Mesdames Marchant Canon and Miss Margaret Rogers with Mrs B A Johnston and Miss Hite as winners. Afternoon takings reached 15 shillings 5 pence and a Cheer Up Fund parcel was prepared at the meeting. Next meeting set for December 2.
Burra North hosts a pleasant afternoon for Russell and Iver in aid of Aberdeen Croquet Club Baby Competition. Members and guests enjoyed games, afternoon tea, and a note of thanks to Mrs Steer. Funds of 8 14/0 raised. guests include Miss Ethel Payne visiting from Waikare.
Scotch College Belair invites applications for education in a boarding and day school offering extended facilities for both genders. Prospectus and details available from the Headmaster or W T C Patton Secretary Savings Bank Buildings King William Street Adelaide.
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