Off-shears Sales In Full Swing At Peterborough Market
Report shows strong competition among buyers from South Australia and Victoria in Peterborough yarding noted as the largest ever for the district. Prices were slightly higher with young ewes dearer, as market sentiment debated future breeding and shipment for downstream plans. Note mentions forthcoming Off-Goods Sales in Burra District during October and November.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peterborough
Sli
South Australia
Victoria
Porson
Aes
le Bolas
Chat
Ghents
Golf Associates MR6 J K Barker Made Life Member
Golf Associates MR6 J K Barker was made life member at the Animal General meeting held on a Saturday after a poor previous showing. Mrs John Barker was unanimously reelected president and a life member status approved amid applause. Officers elected include Vice-Presidents Messrs Referry and Tops field, Secretary-Treasurer Mrs G C Gardner, Captain and Handicap Manager Mrs B Moore, Vice-Captain Mrs R Pulter, with a committee including Messrs Ashton, Genhardt, Reed, Hil, Archer, Jefery and Mrs Collins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sym
Wovelates
John Barker
Barker
Agaottales Qlub
3. Hil
M. Arched
Jefery
Collins
Mestames P. Moore
J. Gebhardt
Pearce
Tier
Npme
CW A Helpers at Nurses Ball Meet
The CW A will assist at the Nurses Ball with a forthcoming event described as a handkerchief affair for the Hospital Fete. Members are invited to bring stones and handkerchiefs to aid in crafting and Mrs Tenant is noted for her prior attendance and role as convenor. The Rice Luncheon returns with members and friends invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iday
Ionindea
Tenant
CWA
Ance
Tenuiink
Snakes Reported Killed in Adelaide This Year
Readers recount sightings and road incidents with snakes in the area. A noted rise in snake fatalities as vehicles move rapidly along roads, with snakes observed in three towns and along daily pathways.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelaide
Smelts Road Bitumenisation Letting Planned
Burra Town Council will soon commence bitumenising the Smelts Road Rest area under a government grant. The project aims to surface the road without heavy bitumen coating and is expected to cost about £500, focusing on light traffic improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burra
Onan
Council
Quotations on the old fashioned blacksmith
A reader notes that the blacksmith shoes a horse without overthinking extra tasks, honoring straightforward craft and focus. The remark emphasizes traditional tradesmen concentrating on the immediate job rather than pursuing additional chores.
Exhibition Dancers At Hospital Staff Ball
Exhibition dancers will headline the Hospital Staff Ball with proceeds aiding the Country Women's Association. The Air Force Association funds a lift, while Bruce Richardson Band and a team of dancers provide entertainment. Tulsa Bond will broadcast Wednesday night coverage and publicity will highlight the Burra Ball.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Country Women’s Association
Air Force Association
Bruce Richardson
Wremontan Mtont 1
Ant Rommere
Jack Fox
Homing Race Firem From Wolse Fey by Burrs
On Saturday the race event at Wolse featured Burrs in a homing display. Time records show a 1 minute third place by Byrnes and verde per minute.
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Wolse
Fey
Burrs
Eine
Tood
Byrnes
Verde
Roe
Rom Oksey
Riflemen Struggle At Long Range in State Open Shoot
Marksmen faced tough conditions at 700 to 900 yards in the J. H. Belcher Trophy event. W Corner might have placed in A grade tail end with 27 points. H Field, M Kakoschke, T Lynch, FL Marston lead the day scores. Awards tally shows Corner with 12 yearly points and Heinrich on 4, Kekosch 7.
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Gu Caturder Syed
J. H. Belcher
Meecoun
Adelaide
Koch
Tanwida
Jead
Mos
W. Corner
M. Kakoschke
T. Lynch
Marston Abe
A. G. Heinrich
Kekosch
Wool Market Report from Merton Stud and Hallett District
The sale opened with strong competition across districts as United Kingdom and Italian buyers stayed active. Prices held firm with AAA wool at 106d on account of H. A. & Bons, Carunna, and Burra North consignments showing varied bids from 26d to 95d for multiple lots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merton Stud Ltd
Hallett
Elition
Irnedom
Etre
Carunna
Tron
Gum
Alli
Doug
Ten Commandments For Drivers
A fragmented list outlines driver duties including keeping the car in safe condition staying sober and focused obeying speed limits and watching for children and pedestrians. The text mixes archaic phrasing with garbled words but presents a cautionary guide emphasizing safety responsibility and awareness while driving.
Grandmothers Afternoon Social At Guild Meeting
The monthly social of the Guild gathered many grandmothers who received proceeds from their stall at the torch fete. Barbara Humphrys performed veal and a Lone Title competition was won by R. W. Humphrys. Multiple prizes were awarded for Grandmother of the day and other family-themed honours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Redruth
Barbara Humphrys
R. W. Humphrys Machiguehier
Nat Mele
Urs E. Steer
T. Carpenter
Carpent
Hospital Donations Rise Rapidly in Burr a News Visit
Director visits Burra Hospital to review rapid donations for new wings. Bernice Roulson discusses with builders about expediting plans and government grant approvals. Donors include prominent residents, with tenders to be invited soon.
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Burra
Ising
Burrs Hragphal
Gener
Bernice Roulson
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Golf Associates
J. K. Barker
LiFe Comney
Cw.a
Nurses Ball
Smelts
Mie. A. Dover
NEW Etelpia
Inert Seaeke Sardar Central
Dect Vemneter
Sid Barney
Fens
Che ‘West Tues
Scholz
Mai
EK. Heineich
S. Schwardn
Schein
Bernhardt
Ae Vant
Warnes
Wl Gargh
Thomas Aafoes
Melton Stud
Mice Gous
Burra Norta
Saullos ‘Creek
Tt3
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