19 Oct 1948
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Newspaper
Burra Record
Location
Burra, South Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 19, 1948
Page
1
The Butra district suffers heavy losses from a cold snap with about 6,000 sheep dead along the Hallett to Farwell Flat line and a further 1,000 near Booborowie. Estimated total losses near £10,000 include stud rams, lambs, and fat store sheep, with some paddocked in stubble escaping.
The Burra football club held a ceremony at the RSL Rooms on Monday evening to present trophies won during the year. Mayor Marston awarded prizes including Fairest and Most Brilliant Matthews Emporium vs Mr R James, Most Consistent donated by Mr K J Murphy, Best Placed by Mr R Walker, Most Unselfish by Mr 4 C Davies, and Most Consistent Junior by Mr H B Pyke. The local captain Ken Kellaway lamented missing a game, and the team thanked officials E Weichs and others for arranging the event.
Burra Racing Club lists 1, from the lot, accepting entries for tomorrow’s Spring Meeting. Committee reports a splendid course after improvements and a large turnout expected, weather permitting. The card features the Burra Handicap over a mile and a quarter and several races with noted contenders such as Maran Gem, Talk, Irish Lorrmer, and Prince Sakao among others.
The Burra School Welfare Club held its usual monthly meeting on Tuesday in October with Mrs Ped erick in charge due to Mrs Jennison's absence. Apologies were read from Mesdames Jennison and Woodards, and members discussed several matters. Mrs Ped erick thanked members, parents, judges, gate-keepers, and all helpers who contributed to the Pet Show's success. afternoon tea was served by Mrs Fuller and Mrs L White, with trading table supervised by Mrs C Latt. Proceeds for the afternoon were 13 shillings 8 pence.
A report notes Royal Perth and Mrs Don Samobal of Balgane Hallett visiting South Australia. The sky liner voyage occurred on a Wednesday with local attention.
Burra hosts a public event to form a platoon of the 27th Scottish within the South Australian 21st Scottish Regiment. Lieut Campbell leads. two weekly parades and 14 days of annual training planned. age range 18 to 35. nucleus of 12 men needed, full platoon 36. Local mayor F T Marston speaks of wartime service and Burra’s military tradition.
Captain Wield led with 95 at 500 yards after a rough start with magpies then five balls while Jim Schwier was close with 98. Strong winds and shifting conditions reduced scores though many rifles disappointed, with attendance and practice lagging.
A Church of England bridge evening at the Burtee Lounge featured seven bridge tables and four tables of other games. Prizes went to Mrs J Hogan and Mrs Miels with consolation to Mesdames DL Hawke and Stewart. Proceeds totaled £7 15s, donations praised for lounge use.
The Burra Platoon of the Volunteer Defence Corps held its annual dinner at Barratt's Royal Exchange Hotel in Burra North on Saturday night. Toast Master Mr F H Reed, who led during the war, oversaw numerous toasts as members enjoyed a sumptuous spread and lively celebration with more attendees than last year.
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