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Newspaper
Burra Record
Location
Burra, South Australia, Australia
Date
Nov 24, 1936
Page
2
District Burra Burra council requires all landowners and occupiers within the district to destroy all noxious weeds within 21 days. Failure to comply will lead to action under the Noxious Weeds Act. Geo Powell, Clerk.
Services listed for Redbuth Hanson Tronmine and Westbury with Rev A Dyer leading sacraments at 11 am and 7 pm in Redbuth and Homesickness of the South noted in Hanson Tronmine. Westbury hosts an 11 am service led by Mr C Heine rich.
Tenders will be received until noon on Saturday December 5 for contracts including about five chains of six inch sheeting with gravel rubble or stone on Burrs Road near T Hams residence and about ten chains of farming covered with rubble near Henry At King property at Hanson. Specifications may be inspected at the District Council Office near George Powell Clerk.
A jumble of classified notices seeks a farm hand immediately, help for Aunt Welton, a user named G B Morgan in Angola, and a houseworker in Iowa. Other entries offer to buy household furniture from Baker Co in Aberdeen, and announce a meat store’s ready supply of home cured hams and bacon with orders booked at Modern Meat Store on Kooringn 177.
In loving memory of our darling Melva who died 27 November 1934. There are tears we shed in silence and many sighs of regret. For you were ours and still we remember though all the world forgets. Inserted by mother and stepfather M and H Manh, sisters Hetty Mildred and brother in law Jack.
Last week two useful parcels of books for Mongolia Gold fields were received from Miss Grace Dawson of North Boobarawie and a bundle of comics from Hubert and Loudoun Bailey of Boohorawie.
The article notes grasshoppers in Kootings near The Paddock, Para dine, in thousands stripping gardens and thick toward the cemetery at the town's south end. It reports the center remains largely unaffected, with bowling and croquet greens looking well, but warns repisition of 1934 if hoppers invade further.
The treasurer Mr K M Drew records new acknowledgments totaling small gifts from Danks and others including W Kukoschke Candy Lomman A Burden W Things Oliver Earle M C Fuller P Borawsky and Mr and Mrs G Betts. The bereaved family faces great hardship and Burra residents are urged to continue support for the widow and her children.
Saturday November 28 features Talkies with Page Miss Glory a comedy about a country girl turned chambermaid and a fake beauty photo prize. The second feature The Pay Of follows a brave sports writer amid gambler threats. Cartoons gazettes reviews and box plans shown. box plans at Coverdale's Pharmacy Keovings 47 after hours.
The Mellect community anticipates two bright days for a Back to School weekend with Sunday services at churches drawing large congregations. An Australian afternoon hosted by the Kaoringa Methodist Guild on Wednesday featured Mrs Hedley Nicholls, Adelaide Housewifes Association president, and Miss Max Pearer singing with Mrs J PH Tilbrook at the piano.
Mrs Griffiths hosted a social evening at her shop in aid of the Queen of Ping Pang Loreine Grimms connected with St Andrews Church. The event featured dancing and games with music by Reve Alchin Jona James Richards and Mr J Comors MLC. Mrs Griffiths thanked all for their kind assistance. a well enjoyed time was reported by attendees.
The Centenary Park Fair in Black Springs opened at 4 pm with Rev. E Lawson presiding. Local dignitaries K Dunn and K Kelly attended on the platform. Activities featured a tennis match Porters Lagoon versus Wivilie, stalls decorated in Centenary colours, Guild displays, and high tea. Evening entertainment included music and a prize for Black Springs Ugly Man. About 449 attendees supported the event, funds aiding community works.
The Centenary Tournament held on the 4th and 5th November drew large entries and praise as one of Willsto’s most popular events. Three new courts boosted play. weather was warm and ideal for tennis. Spectators enjoyed drinks, ice creams, and a picnic atmosphere. Ladies tea each afternoon and a closing ceremony by club president N G Tiver recognized players and promised future improvements. A post tournament dance, Centenary decor, and plans for a three day event including a Ladies Handicap Doubles were discussed.
Burra Bowling Club names Tiller Byrne Kellaway S Wilkin son vs J E Pearce Herbert Mumme Sandland. Others include Riggs Finch Max Pearce etry versus Genders, Tiller Drew Finch Merston Edwards Robinson vs Field Riggs Kellaway Davey Walker Harris Dane Davey vs Armstrong Clifford Marston Steele. Several not available urged to inform secretary. Saturday turnout saw entertaining games. results listed players across matches.
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