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Newspaper
Charleville Times
Location
Charleville, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 16, 1940
Page
5
A garbled list shows several donor surnames and initials, including Adams Carey Sevor Peters and others, with fragmented entries like Wi. Bee and Fen Seve. The legible portion hints at a donations record or society list with partial names and amounts not clear.
Report of a high society wedding with Mine Theama Maren MeMheer and Stephene o St. An Gees Prestyeerias in attendance. The ceremony featured a notable procession, with families and guests including Sir, Sten J. MaMasser, and other titled connections. The account notes attire, setting, and local reactions at the venue and hotel after the event.
An obituary fragment notes the funeral of Mr. Jobe Coss held Monday afternoon with relatives and local clergy present. The brief entry references a bereaved family and intends a respectful farewell in a small community setting.
Fragmented text suggests a report on international groups from Malaya and the Netherlands possibly contributing to a contested effort described as a meeting or committee. Names and specifics are unclear due to OCR damage.
A damaged report describes a theft of a lance box on a late night street scene. The item was found broken beyond repair the next day and the owner cited an unspecified amount of value lost.
The article mentions Tait’s pictures and a cinema near Sapir Grove with a projection planned for Saturday. It notes a cast including Robawwened Lares and Berwin of Treaeu Ulead and references a legal term likely tied to an attorney in a regional theater context.
The Hindirie Light Committee and Town Council recommend a 2d per unit rate increase for all residential and business consumers, with a 15 percent security charge ending with the fiscal year. The Finance Committee also details budget lines for the Electric Authority, meter costs, transformer purchases, and street-lighting upgrades amid planned bylaw changes.
An air crash near Canberra killed prominent figures including Mr G A Soot and Sir Momry Gudlett along with Chief of the Australian Gendarme Sir Brute ud White. The bomber wreckage halted rescue efforts as bodies were recovered after the collision and fall. Other victims listed include Lieut Col PF Tharsthwait, Mr BE Eitirg, Hbecock, Pfc Wiesner, and Cpl J F Palmer.
Low A Ewencen, a longtime resident and helpful housekeeper in this district, will be disengaged on the 24th instant. Persons wishing to engage her services may apply to Mrs. M. Reig, Galsha Street Charleville, phone Bayside.
The Town Clerk reports land subdivisions under the Local Government Act of 1998 including sections and allotments sold to named individuals. An Overseer’s report details heating and water plant operations, pump maintenance, inspection needs, and ongoing repairs and replacements.
Council minutes discuss no levy for stock route watering. Attendants discuss cattle movement, fencing, water supply from conferred sources, and a proposed alteration plan. Ledger shows receipts and expenditures for 1939 1940 with modest credit balance after charges.
In a staged competition Mrs Fox inspired a staged trophy move. Mrs Pugarty led the feminine finalists Thowpeun 31 Ze a keenly contested match. Sire Suit met 3irx Cantera with the winner not clearly stated.
J A Donaldson defeats AJ Mann and Terrey in a tight golf weekend to claim the Associated Championship trophy. Harrisome and Dosy also figure in the event with several close holes, including a decisive 16th win for Donaldson and a halved 3 and 2 finish.
The article notes upcoming practice sessions on Saturday and Monday at 3 pm for traveling teams to Camagella, with a meeting in Cerone Hall Friday evening. It urges all players, especially travelers, to attend and confirms schedules for a dance and upcoming matches.
An arbitration appeal regarding the Station Hands Award and meat industry wages was heard. The Industrial Magistrate upheld parts of the appeal and clarified eligibility, with McCaim’s employment terms and compensation during January to February cited.
A damaged text fragment describes a bowls weekend with players such as Cook and Pawavy, noting scores, stamina, and a standout Fatiel. The piece mentions a PA state championship context and a match at a gym, but many names and specifics are garbled.
Fragmented report outlines moves surrounding the return of Els, school or group events, and parade preparations. It mentions weeks of progress and expectations for a ceremony at the university site with a cheering crowd.
The readable portion mentions a Parents Fund event at Bell on 267 Cash's Court and a mention of the Wisners with names Mamera J and Seniamet Fr. It also references a totem alteration linked to the Tommie Conia name and a vague August reference.
A fragment reports a Morven read near Victoria Dewan and a contractor for the sivestn visiting on September 7Est with residents and station owners discussing arrangements. It notes Mrs Thames arrival and remarks on specialist advice and upcoming mentions of bulding and quilting events at Amen Fbolin on Saturday, 242 Aecmet.
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