Whyalla hospital births claim national record in Australia
Whyalla reports its thousandth baby born at Whyalla Hospital in four years, claiming the highest birthrate in Australia. The town, young and growing, highlights a steady influx of healthy residents as it plans a community show at the Jamestown Institute featuring Louisiana Purchase. A Christmas hampers appeal raises funds, with auctions and doll’s house displays drawing public support.
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Whyalla
Australia
Jamestown Institute
Louisiana Purchase
Technicolour
Bart Hope
Vera Zorina
Victor Moore
Louisiana Lovelies
Richard Ariona Parker
Mary Carlisle
Phillip Terry
Dick Purcell
Heroe
Jamestown Show Seeks Local Support And Events
Jamestown hosts a community show with planning in progress for an Anjana Show in October. A Tuesday August 2 event opens tables for attendees, with dinner and tea on Show Day. The program includes the Spalding sports, a tennis/courser meeting, and updates on local residents and housing projects.
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Jamestown
Spalding Amateur Hour Raises Funds for Ill Needs
Correspondence from Spalding notes free use of halls for an Amateur Hour on July 26 to aid the ill. The Dissedt Council of Spalding collected £30 19s 2d and the organizing committee and helpers are thanked, along with the public for support to the fund. Signed AD McClure, District Clerk.
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Spalding
McClure
Football action and local results from Hornsdale playday
On Saturday August 5 spectators visited Hornsdale to face the local team. Hornsdale won 7 to 4. Basketball teams from Tarcowie Applix and the Jocals impressed. Taremwje beat Cal toché in the final by one goal. Proscote supported the FRCP janpeox. £15. A young district man grows chickens, his incubator drawing keen interest.
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Annula
Hornsdale
Serail
Alii
Tarcowie
Applix
Jocals
Taremwje
Caltoché
Proscote
FRCP
Laura District Council Discusses Water Scheme and Repairs
The Laura district council reports on the Oval grandstand inspection with the clerk and chairmen noting poor repair, resisting extensive work for now. They consider a petition to Adelaide for a new water scheme and approve minor repairs, while reporting on cemetery transfers, rate notices, and a memorial plan for local service members.
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Oval
al. Meme
Cr Karger
Cr Sinjih
Karger
Kayser Ural
Fem Builders di Cae
Andénce
Geta
Shell Co, Ltd
Enion
Tanta
Connel
T. Shephard
Foitke
Aimens
Laura
S. Surgeantr Auitilyr
Adelaide
Pline
Laura Hospital
Synch
Wallis and Smiths
Cr Lynch
Lynch
Amey
J. C. Kleiniz
Lelid
Kleinig
Bowker
Conneil
Sueges-ion
Jolly Abell Follows Family Footsteps into Service
In Gladstone a social gathering noted hospitalities as J.B. O'Neill lauded local families including Joey and Jack Abell. The event honored those entering fighting services, with O'Neill praising lifelong ties and parental guidance behind their service decisions.
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Tien
Act
Syrl Jolly
Alt Snells
J.B O'Neill
Ely
Joey
Jack Abell
Jolly Abell
Belalie North Red Cross Reports Five Year Progress
Belalie North Red Cross Branch led by Mrs A F Cummnings presented its annual report, noting eleven meetings, storage donations of garments, and fund raising for General Red Cross purposes. The Miss Red Cross 1948 competition yielded £390. Belalie placed 7th in Division 2. Officer slate elected at August meeting included Miss M Hall as president and Miss Dora Smart as secretary.
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A. F
Simpson
G. Smart
Red Cross
Ah Nehalf
Belalie
Auk
Propinent
M, Hall
Nieb Nrenifents
Mesiaies B
A Simpson
W. Corduti
Jum Suart
Wessuter
Mish L.sihart
Spodes
Kesing
Vi Smart
Blauditor
M, Warner
Whyte Yarcowie Gala Day Brings Gala Totals and Thanks
The Whyte Yarcowie FRCP gala on Saturday August 12 opened by Mrs J Prayeis featured a sale of sheep and a trading table with donations from Eric Robinson and T A Staker among others. Proceeds benefiting TISC totaled 108 pounds with expenses and tea proceeds noted, plus a late August dance and Christmas hampers contributions from many named donors and organizers.
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Whyte Yarcowie Frcp
J. Prayeis
TISC
Hele Eyslem
Melloucer
Harmer
Rowel
Txibudi Iy
T&a
Eric Robinson
Sheesal
Hetten
Hunt
Simpions
Steph On
ALB
Webton
T. P. Redden
J. Smith
Sta Robinson
Morcarat Wilson
Francis
Hint
A. F
Wenmnyn
C. E. Simmons
A.V
Stephen
Wi Larry
Mavis Simmons
Robinson
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Winners N Lewis 13 J Gribble 242 losers Par Times 7 Pee Mines 1 Best players Winners N Laurie Berryman ksers PF Morliz Pes Hunies Methodist 2h St Joseph 10 throwers Whiners PL Toy Merrifield 12 Best players Winners U Abbott lnsers S Merrifeld T Wallace Sem i Pivals to be played Saturday Old Scholars v Methodist St Joseph v Pre Rapt
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W.b.al
N. Lewis
J. Gribble
Pee Mines
N. Laurie
Berryman Ksers
Morliz
Pes Hunies
Methodist
St. Joseph
Toy Merrifield
U. Abbott
Lnsers
S. Merrifeld
T. Wallace
Old Scholars
St. Joseph v. Pre
Rapt
Heenzo Promises Quick Cough Remedy for All
An old advertisement touts Heenzo as a concentrated tonic costing 2 per bottle. It claims one pint makes a quick acting remedy for coughs colds croup influenza chest nose and throat ailments for adults and children. Order from any store or chemist.
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Heenzo
Community Social Recap Involving Local Figures
A local gathering featured memory tributes for notable volunteers including Messrs R, Glenn, Roy, Grint, Harel, Gate, Flin, and Mrs. Kelnmaiin. A cheque from the Chairmat supported future welfare, with replies from five attendees and a musical community singalong led by Wr. Pyne followed by supper and dancing to conclude the event.
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Young
Allie
Gladstone
Stark
Messrs
R, Glenn
RSL
Roy
Grint
Harel
Gate
Flin
Kelnmaiin
Mea
Thomand
JT. Alden
ML Dinellt
Carl M. Wally
Pyne
Laura Ice and Produce Coy Limited Poultry and Rabbits Sale Notice
Poultry and dressed poultry offerings with freight paid to Laura. Large stock of eggs and quality butter to be graded. Rabbits purchased with freight paid to Laura. Prices and conditions noted, with August price changes and delivery to Laura Kaliway Station.
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Laura Ice and Produce Coy. Limited
Pease
Golden North
Psial Jun Ui
Chaine Sararie
EGUS
Eags
Laura
Laura Kaliway
District notes reveal social events and local plans
Residents of the district held a farewell for S Hynes and others with a program by D Ay O'Connell, including the School Band and a comedy sketch. A push to promote boy week in October, a weekend hike, and street lighting for View Street were discussed. A Dramatic Society was formed with C H Martin as president. Proceeds from a Maypole Ball supported the Red Cross, with Batten and McNamara hosting novelty items.
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Set
S. Hynes
Ry Brown
R. C
Masters Jaut 2
Bitte
McNamara
J. A. Lyons
Fur View
C.H. Martin
G. Yarrinton
Srigibenrs
Red Cross
H. Batten
K. McNamara
M’s.c. Novelty Waliee
Installation Ball at Victoria Lodge No 26 Jamestown
Large attendance at the Installation Ball of Victoria Lodge No 26 Jamestown on August 15. Mrs C G C Gibbs welcomed guests before the ceremony. The Installing Master RW Dr J Ho Leon and Grand Lodge officers were received. The master E G C Gibbs opened the ball. A programme of dances followed under local directors. refreshments and floral decorations were praised. Proceeds between 30 and 40 pounds to be shared by the Red Cross and FFCF Fund.
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Brethree
Victoria Lodge
Jamestown
W. Bro
E. G. C. Gibbs
RW. Bro. Leait
A. D. Murhell
Bros
G. Moore
A. ©. Tockwell
Ws.c
Caniva
Obituary of J J Smith Yarcowie Farmer and Public Officer
John Joseph Lawrence Smith of Yarcowie died at Jamestown Hospital after a brief illness. Born 1879 at Farrell's Flat, he farmed at Canowie, married Catherine Howard in 1915, and became a leading district farmer. He served 27 years on local councils, was a J.P., hospital board member, and Catholic lay leader. Survived by widow and four children. Burial at Jamestown with Dr. Prendergast officiating.
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Yareowie
Jamestown Hospital
P. J. Smith
Farrell's
Black Rock
Canowie
Catherin Howard
Terowie
DC of
Hallett
TIC
Hansen
Pesce
Farrel's Flat
Yarcowie
Fou
Ronald J. Smith
Yarcowie Lawrence
Benedict CP
Misa Sheila Smith
Betty
Gabriel
James' Town Cemetery
Dr. Prendergast
Hayes
Flinn
Joseph CP
Brother Benedict CP
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