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Newspaper

The Areas Express

Location

Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia

Date

Aug 30, 1929

Page

5

Moonta Mines Teacher Transferred to Port Lincoln

Mr L Blaskett, son of Mr and Mrs G W Blaskett of Jamestown, after about two years as an assistant at Moonta Mines primary school, is moved to Port Lincoln. The Moonta People’s Weekly notes his school work, organ playing at Moonta Mines church, and choir leadership, all praised and regretted by the community.

L. Blaskett G. W. Blaskett Jamestown Moonta Mines Port Lincoln People’s Weekly Moonta Mr. Blaskett W. Rendell

Visit of Miss McCorkingdale to Gladstone

Miss McCorkingdale the renowned educator autis russ and modern teaching methods visited Gladstone. She was welcomed by Mrs H T Hearslett on behalf of the local Vyouren's Christian Temperance Union and partook in a conference tea before addressing a public meeting presided by the Mayor. Attendees praised her clear handling of the subject.

Meforkingdale Autiisruss Temperance Gladstone Miss McCorkingdale Mingoress H.T. Hearslett Vyouren's Christian Temperance Union Mesius Girl Guides

Motor Accident at Gladstone

A collision near the Boogoolie Hotel on Wednesday involved a motor car driven by Horace Fordon of Bencubbin and a motorcycle ridden by Colin Thomas McPherson of Gulnare, a Gladstone High School student. McPherson escaped serious injury, with a bruised knee. the car and rider were believed to be undamaged, police deeming the collision accidental.

Horace Fordon Bencubbin West Australia Colin Thomas McPherson Gulnare Gladstone High School Boogoolie Hotel Gordon Stewart J. E. Steff

Caltowie Wins Mt Lock Final In Rain Spoiled Thriller

In the Mt Lock Football Association final at Tarcowie on Aug 24 Caltowie defeated Apilla as rain made the second half slippery. President M F Leahy presented the H F Royal Shield to Caltowie captain H H Hartwig, noting the shield becomes the club property after three wins. Also reports hymn votes in Caltowie church poll led Lyte’s Abide with Me with 23 votes, followed by Rock of Ages, All hail the power and The sands of time with 9 votes. Mr and Mrs H Y Batten and family returned from Wallaroo.

Mt. Lock Football Association Tarcowie Caltowie Appila M. F. Leahy Esq H. F. Royal” Shield H. H. Hartwig Caltowie Club Hartwig J. Cleveland Barrett Lyte

Georgetown’s Week Ends With Death Honor and Plane Visit

August reports brightened by showers and steady shearing many homes report illnesses. Burial follows death of Mrs John Smallacombe Torrensville after a serious illness. A Baptist Church service honors Rev David Shaw with Rev I Asser of Laura officiating as Captain Jacques tours Georgetown with plane landings and passenger flights drawing crowds. Local bridge results favor Georgetown teams in a 7 to 5 score over Gladstone.

John Smallacombe Torrensville C. D. Wilkin P. H M. Smallacombe Baptist Church David Shaw I., Asser Laura Jacques Georgetown G. R. Hamilton Gladstone J. Leo Thomson A. Leo Faron McGregor Nancarrow Hawke Masters Buckensra T. O’brien Botting Marriott McBride O'Shea Martin Harslett L. O'Brien Sullivan Chick Jackson Kirk Hamilton Carthew Pascoe W. Angley J. Page

Welcome Social for Rev Page at Jamestown Church

Jamestown Presbyterian Church announces a welcome social for Rev A E Page and Mrs Page next Monday evening at the church. The Federated Protestant Children's Home appeal prompted the Women's Missionary Union to a week of sewing to make garments. Twenty one parcels and various donations were delivered, sending coats garments hats boots shoes stockings two rugs and new material valued at about £13.

Jamestown Presbyterian Church A. E. Page Jamestown Presbyterian Women’s Missionary Union

Death of Rev Thomas M Flood at Newstead Church

The Rev. Thomas Marwood Flood 71 of Nailsworth collapsed and died during a Newstead Methodist Church service about 6 50 am while kneeling to pray. He had served in South Australia circuits since arriving from Liverpool in 1889 and was married to Elizabeth Prior with no children.

Newstead Methodist Church Newstead Thomas Marwood Flood Second Avenue Nailsworth D. P. Lees Lees Flood Harness Mr. Flood Liverpool England South Australia Elizabeth Prior Gladstone

Mumbled Exchange Over Badly Fitting Hat Purchase

Cholly asks a shopman to swap a yellow hat with pink spots he dislikes, insisting the flawed cap haunts him whenever he passes the window. The shopman agrees to replace it, and the exchange ends with a courteous, if anxious, farewell.

Cholly

Lorry overturns near Crystal Brook injuring two women

A truck driven by B Hinks carrying Mrs M Jackson and Miss Lorna Wickstein slid on wet ground near Crystal Brook and overturned. Mrs Jackson and Miss Wickstein suffered severe injuries and were rushed to Crystal Brook District Hospital unconscious. Wickstein showed improvement while Jackson remained in serious condition. First aid was given by T Arbon and Mounted Constable W Sheridan.

Crystal Brook B. Hinks M. Jackson Augusta Lorna Wickstein Jackson Crystal Brook District Hospital T. Arbon W. ©. Sheridan Miss Wickstein

Northern District Councils and Corporations elects Lyons president

At Gladstone on Friday last the Northern District Councils and Corporations association re elected Mr J A Lyons M P as president for the third term. Lyons, a Stanley member and former Georgetown District Council chair, is a practical farmer active in local government and constituency support. Also noted, T C Casey at Jamestown Hospital with placitis. W W Baldwin named manager of Dalgety Crystal Brook, succeeding T R Brennan promoted to head office in Adelaide.

M. Dalby Adelaide H. T. Harslett Gladstone F. J. Giles P. G. Crafter W. J. Fairchild Northern District Councils and Corporations Association T. C. Casey Jamestown Hospital W. W. Baldwin Crystal Brook Jamestown Messrs. Dalgety & Co. Ltd Crystal Brock T. R. Brennan

Traveling First Class and A Mother’s Hopes

A fragment notes first class travel to avoid dangers on third class journeys and reflects a sentiment that a good mother hopes her daughter will marry better than she did. The text blends travel detail with family aspiration in a dated tone.

Canowie Belt Guild Fair entertains Jamestown visitors

The Canowie Belt Guild Fair drew residents and Jamestown visitors on Wednesday evening. stalls featured produce, sweets, and craft. a short program included piano violin, singing, recitation, and a three act play. President Mrs Bond led the event and thanked helpers as takings were below expectations.

Jamestown Dick Battersby Misses Burton Lou Davies Edie I’anson Lottie Burton Leila Davies L. G. Bond Mabel Ethel Davies I'Anson A. W. Jamieson Will Cummings Chappie Edgar Shapley Clara Murcho Mr. Murcho Rev. L. G. Bond Claude Burton Major Vanqueleur Edie Anson Guild

Advertisers and Contributors Notice for Contract Ads

A notice to advertisers and contributors states all copy for contract advertisements and contributions for the Areas Express must reach the Gladstone office by 12 noon Tuesday. Casual advertisements are due by 12 midnight Wednesday. Visiting professional and business cards are printed at the Review Office, phone 26.

Gladstone

Caltowie FC Wins Again Celebrate Shield Victory

Victory ball to honor the Caltowie Football Club for a third straight win and permanent ownership of the Association Shield. The GRAND VICTORY HALL event is set for Tuesday September 10 with Ahorsheim's Port Pirie Dance Orchestra. Full particulars next week. A Lehmann Hon Secretary.

Caltowie Ahorsheim Port Pirie A. Lehmann

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Clark's Cash & Carry HA. Glatk Empire the Lot Nicholson Pkt J. R. Fisher Holt Caterpillar Tractor Holt R. C. McKnight S.A. Tractor Company National Library of Australia Presbyterian News J. M. Flood Messrs A. G. Head D. Corry R. D. O'Shaughnessy BE. O'Callaghan A. Bradley McMahon P. Esatick H. Cottle B. Wesson P. O'Shaughnessy J. B. Tusbble R. A. McDonald M. McHachern Crisp D. Weston G. Schultz J. Murray Gulnare Club Mr. Head College Convent College Eid Convent Crystal Brook Institute Melody Makers Colin Forgan W. Hollyoak Gable M.C College Sports Carnival Loeal St. Catherine's Convent College Ray McBride Kevin Pilkingston Rilda Carter Education Department Methodist Sunday School T. L. Kelly H. Venning Geo. Gunn S. Boyle Age Street PHONE Baptist News Northern Areas’ Association Laura Oval W. R. Horne L. G. Harris Sec N.A.F.A The Jamestown Institute Berridge’s Jack Kerin North Western Agricultural Society Sir Alexander Hore-Ruthven Lady Hore- Ruthven G. W. H. Gale Ayr Street Nla.gov
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