Local club supports coursing and gossip about Bill Harding
Bill Harding, licentee of the Boo- Doracie Hotel, leads a local coursing club and once served as a NSW policeman. He is connected to racing circles and his family has historic ties to horse ownership. The piece notes erratic weather and ongoing rain shortages affecting crops, with reports of dust storms and upcoming market activity at Burra. A Yes Unemployment Fund Button Day raised 20 pounds, with distribution directed to clothing for distressed families and soup and cakes donated to schoolchildren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Harding
Boo- Doracie
Bill
Nsw
Mildura
Harding
Higgins
Murray
Dari
Starr Vale
Oakbank
Lagoon
Quandong
Broken Hill
LW. Gebhardt
Araona
Goldsbrough Mort and Co. Ltd
Burra
Suffolk
Yes Unemployment Fund
Inc
T. H. Woollacott
Herb
B. Lawson
Mesers Lawn
Dowling
Ken Walker
Mies
Alma
Raby Morgan
Aller
Flora Carpen
Sey Woollacatt
da McWaters
Sls
Hig Bbst
Dance at St Josephs church precincts
A Monday evening dance held near St Josephs church in Bearings Institute drew a large crowd. Sir Joseph organized the event with careful care, featuring streamers, Japanese lanterns, and marigold table arrangements. Local visitors from Boobar owe, Leighton, Mt. Bryan and Fanson attended, wearing fashionable gowns and short ballroom frocks. Mr P Byrne served as secretary with brisk efficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St Joseph's Church
Sir Joseph
Boobarowe
Leighton
Mt. Bryan
Fanson
Bowen Sean
Costin
Aberdeen Cricket Club Elects Officers and Plans Year
A meeting at Exchange Halal parlor on Monday elected E Fuller to chair. The club voted to name itself The Aberderd Cokte and align with the Burra Association. Subscriptions remain as last year with joining fee and 1/ for home matches. Patrons McDonald. President Rateltit. Vice-President same as last year. Secretary Treasurer Seraon. Captain Sernon. Vice-Captain Schumacher. Selection Committee includes Fuller. Delegates Andrews and Sorne. Proxy Delegate Schumacher. Management by McDonald and Beroon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aberdeen Cricket 1 Club
E. Fuller
Burra Association
Ian
My. G
EF. McDonald
Rateltit
E. Seraon
E Sernon
E. Schumacher
Mevere Andrews
F. Sorne
Schuma
J. F. Clare
A.W. Pearce
Sunner
J. Warnes Esq
W. Harding
le. Gill
T. J. Bailey
CA. S. Hawker
G. Parker
L. G. Collins
A. W. Pearce
T. Hogan
Af Farrelly
E. Raynes
E. Byrne
K. McEvoy
K. Dewhirst
L. Pearce
Meners T. Hagan
Seigert
Mesers L. Pearce
B. Seigert
G. Harris
Burra
FARRELLS FLAT CLUB DISTRICTS CROQUET AND TENNIS NEWS
From our own corresponder the Craquet ground at Duncan Park is nearing completion with drays and graders at work. Tennis social planning includes a November fete with King of Sports events and stall management. A Vigilance Committee annual meeting reported a small credit. grass will be fed off the park for fencing and tendering. In golf and croquet matches, Farrells Flat beat Burra 10 matches to 4 with several close_ups and notable player performances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Craquet
Ald Conti
Duncan Park
Teonist
Tennie
Arcocite
Crisp
J. Mitchell
E. E. Johnke
R. B. Jones
Dancin Park
Burra
Ferrell's Fit
Suratsone
Harold Atkins
Dilton Tiddy
Dr. Steven
George Brown
Stewart
Burrs
Daath
Our Inc
Serapes
Barre
Advan
Feen
Brown
Dr. Stevens Frown
T'Anson
Finese
Atkins
Tiddy
F. Denton
Elliott
Bencé
Jones
Fotter
Ture
Kellock
Michel
Wedd
Mrs Denton
Miss Pearce
Garrard
Miss Blight
Miss A_ Denton
Mrs. Hence
Mrs. Brown
Mina Fits
Mrs. Tar
Miss Motley
Miss Anson
Miss Herbert
Farrell
Pat
Burra Defence Rifle Club Scores and Upcoming Matches
The Burra Defence Rifle Club details fourth Keoko bur Trophy results with scores across 300 to 700 yards and notes a shifting wind affecting accuracy. Leaders include A. C. Aughey and R. Nutt, with others such as A. G. Oates, P. W. Hogan, C. F. Provis, and H. G. Oates posting notable scores. Preparations for ram matches with the local Light Horse are announced as repairs and reorganizing at the range proceed. A Nestle milk quality notice follows, indicating testing of milk and supply standards at Nestle's Condemorg farm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. C. Aughey
R. Nutt
Kooksburra
A. G. Oates
P. W. Hogan
C. F. Provis
Sea
CH. Dixon
W. Woodman
O.J. Oates
HA. Byles
Dun
Burgess
Rae
Rooksburrs Trophy
P. Spencer
E Nutt
J. Schoner
Anghey
Oates
Hmarksmen’s
AO. Anghey
Harris
Aughey
Har
Burra
Riverton
Folt Wipmer
H. G. Oates
AWC
Augher
P. W. Hagen
Pairchild
W Woodmah
R Nutt
Schwier
Dixon
A.B. Riggs
WH. Byles
Nestle
Dirk
Burra District Council Assessment Letter From 1930
The document presents a formal assessment by Aaron Button, assessor, directed to the Burra district council in September 1930. He argues land value tied to production and world markets, critiques past council assessments, and proposes a 20 percent reduction from 1923 values due to prolonged economic downturn affecting wool and wheat. He emphasizes prudent budgeting and the land’s market value over domestic sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vesir
Murra
Chalman Burra
Queensland
Counnell
Ater
Gove Council
Lande
Otto Neimeyer
Aarrold Button
Ueensad Voluntae
Assexcor
Kooringa
Yakilo School Celebrates First Arbor Day Despite Storms
Yakilo School held its first Arbor Day on Friday August 20 amid boisterous weather. Twelve pines and 56 gunla were planted as teachers, committee members, parents, and visitors joined in. Children each received two trees, prizes funded by Naish Carmody and Milton Gericke, and a luncheon followed by races and fruit gifts. The day, aided by generous local support, contributed £4 14s to school funds and showcased community involvement despite the rain and wind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yakilo
Mies Batten
L Dm
Naish Carmody
Milton Gericke
Messrs
V Mancock
G. J. Westlake
Stroke Handicap 36 Hole Event Planned at Lath and
A golf event titled Stroke Handicap of 36 holes is proposed for September 20 with five rounds each day if entries are sufficient. Competitors must notify the registrar of their intention to participate by 4 pm Friday to aid arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben
Red Cross Circle Holds September Meeting
The local Red Cross Circle met Tuesday afternoon September 2 with President Mrs F R Wigley absent. Vice President John Tennant chaired. Mrs Tennant announced the Jumble Sale cleared £31 12 and a plan was made to send 22 pounds of that sum to Angorichina, with the rest kept for Christmas cheer at the December meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra.f. Ft. Wigley
John Tennant
Tennant
C. J. Pearce
Wilkinson
Obituary: Death of Burra Resident Mark Crowley
Mark Crowley died at the Old Folks Home in Magill on Wednesday September 8. An 88 year old Burra resident, he had lived alone until health declined and moved to the home for care. Roy Bunney of Roaring Post Office visited him during leave and attended the interment, the lone other person present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark Crowley
Magill
Burra
Crowley
Roy Bunney
Roarings
Cwar
Bunney
Country Women's Association Visit to Adelaide Show Week
Members of the Country Women’s Association urged to visit the Metropolitan Branch Rest Room at Craven's, Rundle Street, Adelaide during Show Week. The rest room will be staffed from 10 am to 1 pm Saturday and 10 am to 1 pm on the following days, with a social on Monday the 6th in the Test Room and a State Conference in the forenoon. The Metropolitan Branch invites country members to stop by and join in the movement social and conference events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelaide
C.W.A
Messrs Craven's
Rundle Street
Pam
C.W.A. Membare
How Indigestion Begins and Relief with Biswal Magnesia
An advisory notes that nine of ten indigestion cases stem from stomach acidity and that excess acid causes fermentation, gas, and stomach lining irritation. It recommends Biswal Magnesia as a rapid relief and healing remedy, with dosage for powder or tablets after meals or during pain and claims chemists stock the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sulla
The Dangers and Duties of Science in Our Time
A reflective exhortation on how science could bring light or dark ages depending on use. Warnings about war, restraint, and humanity align with a cautionary tone. Names referenced include Keeley and Nestle with notes on milk production and purity standards. The piece weaves philosophy with practical notes on industry and health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keeley
Landmark Demolished Foundation Stone Unearthed at Kooringa
A massive former Methodist chapel in Burra Town was demolished after years of neglect. The find included a one ton Foundation Stone bearing a 1859 inscription and papers tied to the Bible Christian Society. The discovery unveiled a parchment with parish and minister listings, plus a century old relic chest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tegaye
Bares
Chisato Bryanite
Burra
Burts
Bursa
Vietoria
Athante
Nuricinaind
Fay
Venta
Broken Hill
Nile
W. H. Sendland
Phil Phillips
Koorinea
South Australia
Widhy
George Morris
John Thomas Richarderdahn
True Ick
James
Stephens
Steney
Til Philip Goodfellow Cundy
John Sampson
Ohn Francis
Genres Morcombe
William Trenboth
Frederick Hank
William Tunboth
Samuel Jones
John Potter
William Carnack Humphries
Thomas Rowe i
William Davey
William Kell Way
Kooringa
James Way
Auben
Thomas Hillman
Kapunda
James Feber Crawler
Baeza Been
Suez
Mount ‘Torrens
William Fursman
Adelaide
Jamies Rowe
Thomas Allen
Clarendon
John Rich Willings
James Ashton
Joseph Jock
Bible Christian Society
Jesua
Bible Christian Preachers Plan
Bible Christian Preachers
Kooringa Mission
Hethel
Salem
Karkutta
Yion
Hampton
Nelson's Town
Way
Tonkin
Bennetts
Yelland
Bone
Dale
May
Visick
Auburn Mission
Eden
Auburn
Ebenezer
Watervele
Wakefield
Paradice
Rivertons
Fillman
Blatchford
George
Roberts
Day
Bethel
Karkolta
Black Springs
Hedruth
Zion
Nelson
Auhurrn Mission
Hillman
L.A
Shawyer
Gawler Place
Samuel Way
Bart
Buck
Georgie” Morris
Stance
Emir
Enzie
William Kellaway
Burra gallery demolishe d amid church service fall
Taany witnessed the demolition of a grand old structure in Burra as trustees plan to loan artifacts to the Burra Institute while items are viewed in a window. An historic gallery collapse during a church hymn caused minor injuries and alarm among worshippers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burra
Taany
Sundland
Booborowie Weather and Community Notes
Gusty conditions eased into warmer spells with a north wind and dust on Sunday. Arbor Day saw 60 trees planted by students around the School Park Lands Reserve, aiding future windbreaks. Tennis club faced low turnout but reported a small deficit reduction. football injuries and discipline noted. A near-miss with bare wire near the school caused a boy to need stitches. School notes highlighted improved access to the school and top exam marks by several students, with a local resident recovering from surgery at Burra Hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Park Lands Committee
Park Lands
G. Morris
C. Goodridge
Tennis Club
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Cricket
Burra Defence Rifle Club
Arbor Day
RED Cross
Women’s Association
Aloni
Spalless
Denmark
Lorties
Bible Christian Church
Kooringa Circutgo
Queen Victoria
Richard Graves MacDonnell
Order of the Bath
James Willi Cole Esa
S.S
Liberty
Ataida
Sara & Co
Aberdeen
Booborowie
W. Turner
Tittle Jack Baynes
Oval
Park Landa
W. Hardie
Moisie Goodridee
Dephne Shattack
Artimm
Jack Summers
Mes. A. Alfotter
Burra Hospital
Ome
Farmers’ Co-op. Union Ltd
Franklin Street
Pederson
Son
Ness Col
Adela
Es Bickiee
Neale Ni
Nestle’s
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