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Newspaper
Burra Record
Location
Burra, South Australia, Australia
Date
Nov 26, 1946
Page
2
Applications for the position of District Clerk at Burra are invited until 1 p.m. on 13 December 1918. Applicants must hold a Clerk’s Certificate and provide marital status. previous experience and references. Address applications to the Chairman Burra with envelope marked Application for position of District Clerk.
The Burra North Red Cross Branch invites all elderly residents to a Christmas party on Wednesday, December at Eels Site. The event features parcels for bale gifts and includes Moon Booty and MTEL items for attendees.
Friends of Mr J McGrath announce a farewell gathering at the Commercial Hotel Barra on Wednesday November 27 at 5 p.m. Conveners include M Dobson and A Coverdale.
Job notice seeking waitresses for a railway refreshment room service with references to locations Terowie Terowie Algernon and Riverton. It lists wages around £3 0 8 to £3 18 6 and £2 19 6 for juniors, with applications in writing to railway offices in Adelaide or Terowie Riverton.
A cluttered listing of ads includes household goods, furniture, gates, poultry, garden supplies, and tools for sale. It notes used stoves, oil lamps, Lincoln Farm items, garden gates,linen crochet cotton, preserved fruit, furniture, and livestock services. Local agents advertise cheap wares, delivery, and contact details for buyer convenience.
Burra Hospital board letters and government notices reveal permits denied for a new nurses home and sleepouts due to material shortages. The Building Materials Office cites scarce supplies and prioritizes urgent public housing, with a review possible next year if conditions improve.
AMEB results from Adelaide University Examinations show students from St Josephs Convent Burra achieving passes and honours across Piano Theory of Music grades. Notable names include Azteen Dupils, Betty Dew, Linley Davies, and Barbara Humphrys with credits and honours in Grade IV to VI.
In Redruth I am Rey. Barrett replies. Barrett and Spey discuss a brief TRONMINE¢ pm meeting with Mrs Barrett.
Burra Cricket Association appeals for funds to cover malthold on both pitches. Response has been hindered by limited money at present. Names and figures from local supporters and venues appear in the readable text, including contributions and pledges from Commercial Hotel and Burra Hotel, with several individuals listed as donors. The note mentions ongoing camped work on a hidden site and pitches.
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