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Newspaper
Charleville Times
Location
Charleville, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 12, 1940
Page
5
The Getebesite mayor and council grappled with a proposed 8 power plant lease and factory supply terms. Critics argued the draft would harm future tax earnings and preferred a cheaper, cleaner arrangement while debating meeting procedures and potential penalties.
A lengthy Vimerton council session discusses Lenin's Production Worms and city expenditures. Mayor, Council, and Mr Tet clash over compensation, rent reductions, and seating improvements tied to a cinema project. Possible impact on rates and timing noted.
A wedding of Yskoratate tnverna wees a Micuy celebrated at Bt. Jame Presbyterian Church, Chariewullr, with Mr and Mrs BL. AL Drawn of CharLewhibe and Maria in St Hobe. The reception followed at the Hotel Corus with close family and friends, and a later trip to the Kowth.
Mr HC French of Ford Motor Company of Australia Pty Ltd says he has received the formal statement on aircraft engine funding. He notes British, Canadian, and South African involvement in mechanical parts for fighting forces, and the Commonwealth Government may require facilities for Australian defense in the continuation of the war effort.
A municipal board meeting was held last week to discuss the city budget and financial matters. A follow up report on the meeting’s outcomes is expected to be circulated in the near future.
The discussion centers on proposed changes to council authority and a clause affecting revenue. Mr Fait and Mr Tait advocate active participation, while Alderman Binuke and others question the timing and impact. The session highlights contested powers, potential adjustments, and the political tension around reform.
Charleville beat Cunnamulla at King Edward Park by 23 13 in a hard fought game with Charleville dominating the second half. Key players included Langford and Richardson for Charleville and Wise for Cunnamulla with refereeing by Vic Clayton and a strong forward effort from both sides.
A golf partnership, the winners of a four ball match, and a forthcoming club competition are noted. Mr T Stone Thrwit wins the trophy after a Sunday play day. A charity drive funds the Australian Comforts Fund with lunch after the match and a July charity event planned in Charlville inviting public participation.
In a regional league session on Teemlay teams competed in the Gaal match of the aiagion chasm Dionship. Mrs Faweey de maled Bre and Mrs Ramen led 34 while Thee kaw am 4 dominated early and kept control through the game. Other noted players included Mrs Pusey and Mrs Ramen in strong form with Sockal matches played as iw creme. Several names appear in the scrambled text such as Mire Cook Mex Amer and Mise Covington with Sire kophe and Siem Themgean also listed alongside Mee Car ones and Mrs Areeirene. The event closed with Bre Semtemes Fogarty involved as well asNest Toceday marking gies for Mrs Foxs treaky.
Fragmented report details a men's hockey game with goals by Roy, Dave, Moulison, Z. Mandall and RY Mews Collins. Mentions players Carter, Wadwedge, Garden, Watermum, Harry De moulin, Ray Dore, Kho Nattimatemhoe and Twomey with uncertain outcomes and partial scoring.
A local report notes unusually calm conditions in town as the period typical for this time of year displays muted activity. Temperature remains mild with a gentle breeze, and overall mood is subdued amid slow daily routines.
Quilpie Bulios Pole Club atmadom their Caratwad during the war. Committees arrange December payments and support for owners. Co owners list cattle counts for several homesteads with names and quantities. Drover Copeiamat and others oversee flocks while shearing continues at Pinkie Tokermecey and Whsmut.
A fragmented report describes an estate valued around 1200 pounds and a death investigated after a resident Miss Brown was found in a maintenance issue in a neglected flat. Evidence presented to City Coroner Mr. Oram notes missing bread and a door lock finding. Public official Jemex Hart testified regarding entry to the Royal House and reception area.
In a fragmented report the women's squad travels to a nearby venue for a Sunday match. Several players and supporters are named in a string of unclear phrases, with mentions of matches, locations, and opponents though details are obscured by OCR errors.
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