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Newspaper
Charleville Times
Location
Charleville, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 18, 1938
Page
8
A garbled report notes a stay of action regarding a theatre lease. It mentions the mayor advising the town clerk not to communicate, and a telephone call from the Under Secretary of the Home Office. The council action involves copies of letters forwarded by the town clerk to the department on dates 17, 18, and 19.
Fragments describe Brisbane through trains for west of Roma and notes on connecting services to Toowoomba and Rams. Mentions schedules from Brisbane, extended services to Roma, and a small train from west of Roma on Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays. Also references a central wall gale and marveyes sale with low prices.
Fragmentary records show discussion of pest control, livestock counts, and land uses in Morven area. Mentions Octobers figures, stock valuations, and proposed actions including waterwork and breeding stock purchases. Notes include names and unsettled items with uncertain outcomes.
A fragmented report covers a Thursday golf and bowls match with uneven attendance and unclear results. It notes Colfers 17 and bowlers 15 among attendees and mentions four each in Leung’s group, with no decisive outcome recorded. The piece hints at spirits and opening remarks but provides few firm details or scores.
At Meffimeor Park spectators saw a troubled program with ill attendance and a struggle between numerous horses. CONSTANT LAD won the main event ahead of Lady Scholar with close racing, while other races featured tight margins and disputed placings amid jockeys such as Uriah Hiatt and Dighton.
At a monthly Musr Shire council session, officials discussed granting a permit for a land route near Yigowisla owned by Robertam Tiros. The issue centered on compliance with council by laws and potential travel restrictions amid local objections and authority limits.
An appeal court reviews a murder case involving Edwin Glonde Teehan, 36, a storekeeper, with the court weighing if damaging Crown evidence and trial conduct affected the verdict. It focuses on testimony and a May interview, considering whether admission of that evidence could have altered a guilty outcome and the trial’s fairness.
A public debate at city hall surrounds a Picture Theatre charity benefit and a council remark regarding the event. Alderman MeWha and other officials clashed over remarks at the meeting, with the mayor and several aldermen defending or opposing the plan as critics questioned the charity drive and theater manager's role.
A wool presser named James Conden of Bramley was fined £5 after being charged with stealing two bales of wool from Baker Brom. The case included acts of theft and subsequent violence during the pursuit, culminating in a motor accident near Latworth. Gordon Crand was mentioned in connection with the broader incident, while police noted the suspect intended to return to Kamina before the collision.
Ambience of the event described with chaotic scenes and health emergency actions. The account notes delays, crowd concerns, and improvised responses as authorities attempt to restore order and continue the program.
A garbled account notes the mayor’s duty and a tense town meeting. It mentions the town clerk and committee tensions as residents discuss governance and oversight. The fragmentary text references Labor and civic roles in a distressed municipal scene.
Sunday bowling at Gewrie Oval featured strong individual efforts led by N Washer of Commercials who took four for 3% and guided his side to a decisive performance. Muckey, Gardient, Loman, Potter and Walker posted key figures as others contributed across departments. the second tier saw C Crewe and teammates showcase steady bowling as the Sabres fell short in a hard fought contest.
At Ramorinton Road and adjacent areas, council members debated fox incursions and proposed controls. Dr. Wauch and other residents cited fox predation and damage to property, while concerns about rabbit overpopulation and ineffective methods to curb foxes were raised. The discussion touched on environmental impact, practicality of safeguards, and potential penalties or regulations affecting local wildlife management.
History shows an irregular schedule for Charleville Sydney air service with unclear routing. Local agent instruction by Me, Coorgr Herth man, Charleville, directs reminders about fare details and timing to be clarified.
A fragmented sermon recounts memory of Saumee and Sir, urging to recall victories and the true path of devotion. It references church doors, visions, and a call to persevere in faith and communal duty.
Citizens urge immediate action after worsening floodwater intrusion from a storm, detailing property damage and yard contamination. The meeting notes describe residents, including Mrs Gerdia and two others, detailing drenching waters, blocked drainage, and property risk. Officials acknowledge water rise and vows to study relief measures, with calls for quicker responses to protect homes.
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