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Newspaper
Maryborough Chronicle
Location
Maryborough, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 02, 1954
Page
4
Fragmented notice announces an engagement between Steley Warren and partners with local names, addresses, and family relations in unclear prose. It lists several individuals, possible witnesses, and places as part of the engagement announcement.
A missive advises choosing the right type of cream and correct makeup shades for your coloring. It emphasizes consulting guidance to ensure blends match skin tone and features and suggests seeking expert advice for best results.
A Melbourne visitor praised last week’s show for its ring events and display, while Maryborough residents debate attitudes toward the annual export. The Show Society, led by President H R Cooper and Secretary A Moller, is urged to broaden representation and maintain high standards across all sections highlighting the city and district's resources and industry.
Kuala Lumpur June 3 Donald MacGillivray pledged to root out communism in the Federation of Malaya following Sir Gerald Templer. He warned there are armed communists and while suppressed, they remain capable of staging a comeback if vigilance slips.
Queensland's mineral production for the year ended December 31 stood at more than £21.5 million, down from 1952 by over £1.5 million. Copper output rose due to a new smelter near Mount Morgan, with Mount Morven and Cracow as notable producers. overall value and tonnage showed shifts amid price declines and wartime development influences.
The Vatican reports Pope Pius X addressed about 400 cardinals from around the world warning of a spiritual contagion. He urged caution against heresy and lay involvement while stressing adherence to traditional doctrine and dangers of modern reform.
Margaret Brown, daughter of Mr and Mrs Rex Dear of Brisbane, to wed Graham, son of Mr and Mrs Graham of Torquay. The ceremony to be held at Marys Church in England with old family ties noted. Bridesmaids and attendees include Louise Grimes from the cathedral staff.
The Maryborough/Town Clot region elected officials for the coming year including president Mr Bird and honorary secretary Mr RG Spas. The term expires at month end. new officers to be chosen. A weather note reports light showers, mild day temps, and a 64 percent humidity reading. a council employee suffered a fall during a showground event but recovered after medical care. Ankara reports Turkey's government ordered £190,000 worth of machinery from Unilever to support margarine production.
By Lewd, the Memorial Bowling Club notes a Saturday welcome to guests Fred Davia and Ferey Fag. Members were reminded of upcoming prizes, with special recognition for Robison who bowled in the circle for consistency. A Sunday session featured mised bowls and a discussion on steps to improve access to the green. Subscriptions and fees remain unsettled, with several names listed and a plan for a clear year-end report.
Detective sergeants were awarded damages for injuries from the 1888 road accident. One received 4750 pounds, another an earlier claim was 000 pounds. The case involved Pittman Pty Ltd and an oil tanker that capsized on a police car. Det Sgt Pennett Toms of Randwick was among four policemen crushed.
Cane growers vent anger at millers over storage and overhead charges tied to new capital city erections. Y Mair, secretary, accuses millers of ignoring rules and seeks fair sharing of costs. Brennan’s statements prompt growers to warn of consequences while proving readiness to act. reports of cane shortages and migrant labour placements accompany the dispute.
Fragmented report outlines cane crushing schedules and labor shortages across districts such as Babieda Moxeman Mourllyan and Tasman areas. It mentions June crushings, sign-ons, and anticipated migrant crews, with weather and harvest conditions affecting operations and potential nonlocal labor influx.
The count shows Alf Brand's lead exceeding 3000 votes with 254 from Mundubbera and Proaten added to Marybarondh yesterday, widening his majority over FM Forde to 2065. About 4000 votes remain. roughly 2000 absent ballots will be allocated today. The published tally lists town by town totals including Beech Falls and Musgrave, reflecting yesterday's results and continuing counts across the district.
A Brisbane report outlines dairy cost survey methods with a plan to publish a production cost formula based on data from 1000 farms, aiming to balance farm living costs and industry pricing. In Rockhampton a four month old girl, Christine Nunn, died after being struck by a car driven by her father as he backed out of their yard, with the driver unaware of the child’s presence. death due to severe internal injuries.
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