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Newspaper
The Areas Express
Location
Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 20, 1920
Page
3
Gladstone and Altowid faced off in a terse cricket contest with notable performances by Wilkinson and Danstan. Bowling figures highlighted by Danstan’s six for 46 and Wilkinson’s one for 86 framed a rugged encounter amid winter conditions and a sprawling post-match report.
A farewell gathering titled Farewell Sosial was held at Genk Hows Gaston on a Monday afternoon. Attended by many local families, the event featured musical performances and expressions of affection for a visiting friend, with hopes for a healthy return.
At Georgetown Police Court, George Roy Millard admitted taking brush valued at 20 shillings from John N. Dison’s property on the 18th of February. He claimed intent to return and argued no theft, but was fined 2 pounds after a 10 pound fine was reduced. The informant was a farmer from Nar tidy and police were notified.
A reader complains about a council debate over removing two pepper trees in front of a residence. The letter accuses Councillor Quinlan and James Gould of misstatements and alleges protection of a protest letter while questioning motives and the replacement plan.
Fifty years ago reports describe the first four mills at Port Augusta built for Messrs John Dano and Co and opened under Mayor’s wife Mrs Young. The Sydney Exposition to Goose Wheat exhibitors lists J H Angi Ane wheat quality and several vendors including W J Venning and Jamestown wheat. The notes record prime wheat quality and milling prospects with prices and varieties such as 66.2 pounds per bushel for second quality and references to Gawler and Anna-Higgs.
A very pretty wedding took place Tuesday at St Marys Church Gorgas Down, Miss Nora Marphy, daughter of Mr and Mrs Marphy, wed Mr George Hargan, son of the late Mr and Mrs D Horgan of Gathere. The ceremony was by Rev Father Horgan and Very Rev Mon Mulcahy. Afterward a reception followed, with about 50 guests.
The report outlines a lively program featuring many racers and events. Notable performances include Eversid team's triumphs and a standout 87 second car race by Ouris, with wide audience engagement and a concluding concert, supper, and dance.
A human skeleton was found near Whitwarta on Thursday by Mr Herbert B Hittaway who alerted police. Investigators estimated the area to cost modest funds, photographed the body, noted an indentation on the skull, and found a sharp bone tool. The remains, judged to be female and Aboriginal, were moved to Adelaide Museum after being documented at the scene.
A fragment discusses hand-down boots and a warning about using them without knowing what to do with them. The text reflects a colloquial or admonition tone on practical use and value. No clear persons, places, or organizations are identified in the readable portion.
Delegates from the district including Han H N Barens and R D Nicholle gather in Brinkworth Deb. Hor a J G Boe and W Morrow present. Discussion covers industrial inflation, Wheat Pool, district rail, and primary producer issues. Resignation of Mre M J Cummings noted with regret.
A youth named Hamberry faced charges of being worse for liquor and was fined 6. Another individual, Mil. Gopp, was sentenced to 8 days in gaol for drunkenness though the sentence was suspended to allow the defendant to obtain board and lodging.
A damaged OCR fragment references a shop at 78 Bindis Street Adelaide with items like ornamental plants tools seeds and related garden goods. Partial text mentions a sale or price list around $50 and contact details imply a local supplier or service in Central district. The garbled lines include plant and equipment nouns and a street address portion.
The Exeristor Band bids farewell to Paddy McMahon with attendance and praise. Cap tain Rowh Klog suffers severe injuries after a leg amputation forgone. he continues to recover. Obituary for Mr Ignatius Andrys notes service at St Mark's and burial in Park Pirie. The Carrieton tragedy details an Egyptian hawker John Mosar found dead and linked murder charges against Mary Pools and others.
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