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Newspaper
Charleville Times
Location
Charleville, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 04, 1940
Page
5
In a tense cycling event, RC Cote powered to a decisive win on a rain slick track. Competitors struggled as visibility dropped and slick turns challenged riders, but Cote maintained control to finish ahead of the field.
The driver Mr. W Bicbends lost control of the vehicle as it veered off the track near Carleville. The Chatteville ambulance bore the injured to hospital after passengers were treated at the scene. The badly aged track was towed for repairs.
Information from solicitors in Melbourne indicates the jury could not reach a verdict in a case involving Archibald Jansen Rentjoesor Spechaniz of Charleen. The matter centers on a warant of Gen Merriman Pty Ltd and a related penalty payment under the Cron Tecent act.
In Mivertan the Government faces a tight race with Labour aiming for a majority. Counts show Keagtry trailing to Baker while Metisuch and Grech threaten close gains. Final results hinge on remaining ballots as officials anticipate a narrow outcome for the government and Labour wings.
A foreign correspondent Miss Potter from Providence arrives in Anstratie via Batier Air Service and QANTAS. She tours Charleville viewing shearime operations and meets local figures including Mr Porter, while community events display disruptions from hospital delays and a planned patrol by the Bush Brotherhood.
The Charievilin town council on a recent ordinary meeting discussed the proposed Charlo Willy sewerage project with consultant engineer Granomy of ax agreement. The motion to lay the agreement on the table passed. amendments were debated to ensure cost reduction and engineering sign off before the next meeting. The mayor and several members supported delaying action while the council prepared to sign if the price dropped from EH 130 to EH 5300 and the engineer provided interim costs. The amendment carried three to two, later approved unanimously on a motion. The mayor criticized delays and urged timely action at all council meetings.
Fragmentary OCR lists numerous names. Contributions include amounts in pounds and shillings from multiple individuals and groups across regions such as Lake Pare Cornwall Marweh Shire and Angataelia Ceyvent. Several entries reference Margaret, Mr W, Mr J Bevan, and others with varied sums and notes of acknowledgment.
A cluttered report details a village Garden Fete in Charleville with stalls and raffles, highlighting receipts of £330 for the Hessel Bung Fund. The event, opened by the Mayor and supported by Archdeacon Morris and Secretary Mrs. Coulson, is praised for organization and generous donations, with attendees urged to fund local needs.
A chaotic notice outlines RAAF recruiting activities with erratic spelling. It mentions a recruiting train arriving in Chanetille on Thursday, open for public inspection, and officers including D A Wright and Captain I F Gunwiy handling manpower. The document lists HALAL officers and air crew board components, with unclear times and locations, inviting applicants between specified dates.
Charleville Hospital Board held a special session in Corcaes hall to receive Mr B Palmer clerk of works resignation from the new hospital project. The board debated deferring action until the ordinary meeting while seeking architec t variations. They resolved to maintain Palmer’s services temporarily and to address engagement terms at the next regular gathering.
A detailed Charleville centre committee meeting heard updates on an ambulance dance with plans to host the event at Wrapdra on November, plus appointing local figures to roles and extending thanks to contributors. Officials discussed finances, future meetings, fencing work, and board recommendations ahead of the October session.
A wary search near Morven and Charleville found a man named Bawarg Stamler McLeum aged about 39 with a 5 11 inch height and light eyes. He wore grey timamers and a loose cloak, and was taken after a disturbance in the vicinity. Wing men and foes reportedly fell in the course of the pursuit. the missing man was found dead.
Mr and Mrs Darcy Westen are visiting their relatives in Morven amid a dry spell. The text notes dainty mentions of individuals including Mr Lee Winter and Aly Mr and Mrs DA ABest and references to the weather remaining very dry with drought conditions continuing.
A community event in Augathella organized by Sisters of the Cow, with pupils of Gy Comeamt contributing. Funds raised for the Bowhed Children Fund. The event includes Home and sale items and a Holy Communion service conducted by the Lordship. The date noted is Saturday after noon October 6.
Members of the Ge CWA beat branch gathered in the hall to form a new writ and greet Matres Meikenid. Matron Metumah received a gift from residents, and Matron Price arrived to take charge of the owas Compuil as two cordial welcomes were extended. The Adavale Bish Race Cha Bare plans a meeting at tee Toth Caaber with proceeds benefiting the Chariecine ambussoce and Go Adavale Patriotic Found. The district urges residents to support the club’s charitable cause.
The fragment notes contributions at a local precinct for an election campaign and lists various charges and names including Taber, Rockland Pastoral Co, Galway Federal, A McGeorge, and Ah. Davieny. It references September figures with totals such as 4006 at 10,292, 12,825 for three months, 35,326 for stock, and other charges for multiple entities and charges across districts.
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