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Newspaper

Burra Record

Location

Burra, South Australia, Australia

Date

Nov 11, 1952

Page

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Collinsville Ewes Sell at Market and Indie Sale Report

Goldsbrough Mort Co Ltd reports a November market and indie sale featuring numerous ewe lots with varied ages and prices. Bold entries include Wryrdara 14 years at 5 4s, Studholm 3k and 4 years at 4 17 8, Melton 14 years at 6s, and other staples such as Blut and Mackerode with priced bids and expected Eastern demand for wethers.

Goldsbrough, Mort. Co., Ltds Ering Wat Wryrdara Ewes Tewex Lasiibs the Blut Tiwes Mackerode Yeers Wootlana Melton Studholm Jim Rely Wether Ai ‘Boewel Ste Jethera Ehorn Mike

Mr. T. J. Canny To Leave District

Mr. T. J. Canny plans to depart the district after many years of active involvement. He has shown interest in the Labour Party branch and ran as a candidate in the election.

T. J. Canny Cann Himoelt Bara Fe Labor Party Sheution

Spring Fair Great Success

A spring fair described as a big success with the RSL room decor and stalls. Mrs Thomas, Rev Hobbs, and Mrs Barker are named among organizers and speakers in a detailed list of attendees and helpers. An afternoon tea by local ladies closed the event.

Hobbs J. Reeen Mig Barker P.v Mrs Thoms Tee Neate Woblers Dianne Priot Moandi HR. Pearce D. We ‘Oske

Child Bitten By Small Snake at The Gap Homestead

On Thursday last week a twenty month old child, son of Mr and Mrs Szearlo, while playing on the verandah at The Gap homestead, was bitten on the leg by a brown snake. First aid was given, and the child was taken to Burra Hospital where his condition was satisfactory and he was later discharged. An accompanying client noted a large snake seen in the vicinity near the Burra Post Office, with reports of two additional snakes killed nearby.

Wallut the Gap Szearlo Volungeter Szwajka Burra Sywalko Wiled

Narrow Escape From Death In Crossing Smash

A train collision near Mount Bryan produced a miraculous escape as a bus rider and several youths survived with minor injuries. Passengers escaped unhurt despite a crushed front, shattered windows, and a dangerous derailment as brakes activated automatically. The incident prompted medical treatment at a local doctor’s office.

Elling Mount Bryan Rail Cross Shrakeras van Treen Caste Ty Inc

Hay pressing at Mt. Bryan district raises fodder yield

Bay pressings in full swing at Mt. Bryan District show a heavy output with many good cuts. Late showers are expected to help fill the late crops and improve the overall yield.

MT. Bryan Bay Mt. Bryan

Floats and Gaiety For Xmas Pageant Planned

A meeting of Elicit Fation members discussed the Xmas pageant to be held on December from Market Square. Plans include Carol ringers, a Father Christmas float, and a procession through the town. Committees consented to hold events on Fridays before the pageant with arrangements for participation and timing.

Pinay Ie Bien Market ‘Square Father Christinas Christmas

Adelaide Wool Sale Opens With Firm Tone Despite Broad Quality Dips

The fourth Adelaide wool sale opened on November and concluded on the sixth, drawing strong attendance as about 41 000 bales were sold. Prices showed a firm to higher trend for fine quality wools, while broader types and agricultural lots faced declines. Overseas competition and American manufacturing demand supported active inquiries, with local growers renewing prices and listing sales across districts including Burra and Mount Bryan.

Adelaide Aem Mapuaa Astern Agricultural & Es America

Heart Valve Restored in 11 Year Old Boy Case

A South African schoolboy named Robert Brown, 11, underwent a successful heart valve repair by Longon-A mrimisa surgeon. The Memorable Order of Tin Hats Johannesburg paid for travel and treatment. Dr R Brock, famed Brompton Hospital surgeon, performed the Helicate operation recently perfected by British surgeons.

Longon Robert Brown Johannesburg Brompton London R. ©. Brock

McCool Saves Queensland in a Bowler's Standout

Colin McCont, a former Ten loin bowler, starred for Queensland as he steered the team to safety amid a shaky start. Missteps early in the innings gave way to a steady partnership, with McCont key in preventing a collapse and guiding Queensland to a defendable total.

Colin Mc Cont Queens Finde Tateman Gest Blefeld Strels Ciacninigt Sau Mulnty

Fireworks Display Draws Largest Guy Fawkes Crowd Yet

A record turnout attended the Guy Fawkes celebration last Wednesday night. Mr W Carpenter judged prizes with thanks for the location, and the event showcased stalls from KE Frsienven and others. Local volunteers, including Mr R Lott, were praised for organizing efforts and public support.

Guy Fawkes

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