Laura district seeks flax finishing plant under Beasley review
The Laura District Council supports a proposal to establish a flax finishing factory in Laura. MHR Mr Russell reports the plan is under urgent enquiry by the Federal department and will be advised on its report. He notes Laura handles initial flax treatment locally before interstate finishing and urges cost reductions to meet world competition. The project could draw labor from nearby towns within 25 miles.
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Laura
Lanra
Max
Auburn
Port Pirie
Crystal Brook
Gladstone
Guinare
Georgetown
Narridy
Caltowie
Jamestown Yongala
Melrose
Booleroo Centre
Wirrabara
Jamestown Petition Seeks Water Supply and Rail Link
Acting Town Clerk D leR Boucaut reports a near unanimous petition from Jamestown and district residents asking the State Government to provide a water supply from Morgai Whyla Main or an alternative source and to continue the Clare Spalding Railway to Jamestown. Over six hundred signatures were collected with Andrew Baldwin aiding the effort. the petition will be presented to Parliament by H Edmonds MLC and supported by A L McEwin MLC J Beerworth A P Blesing MLC and A D McDonald MP.
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D. Ler. Boucaut
Morgai-Whywila
Clare-Spalding
Jamestown
Andrew Baldwin
H. Edmonds
A. L. McEwin
Messrs
J. Beerworth A. P. Blesing
M’s.l.c
A. D. McDonald
Jamestown Show Highlights 7th Belalie Agricultural Fair
The Belalie Agricultural Society held its 7th Annual Show at Jamestown on Labour Day. Attendance reached six to seven thousand, with receipts at £317/1/6. Events included horse shows, log chopping, and Bible of exhibits across sheep, poultry, dairy, and flowers. Notable organizers included President B S Cooper and committees. express praise for steward team and local clubs supplying catering and entertainment.
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Belalie Agricultural Soeiwly
Jamestown
Adelaide
Imost Laviers
B.S. Cooper
Tse
Hou
L. Coal
S.A. Mardwands Ltd
Hills
Dalton
Marshall
Jacobs
K. Mareshall
Schwerdt
Messrs
F. A. Keatley
Ian Axford
James Gilfilign
Stewarts
Shaw
H. Keane
Dwavy
Destonie
Pundon
North Laura Hotel
Air. Bowker
Ee Su Produce Co. Ltd
Stacey
Jamestown Wet Cross
Theo
Belalle Ponty
V. Martier
Mae Cycles
Me ‘Ood
Janestown Brass Band
Mr. 3
Belly
A vLenian
T. F
S. B. Ople
Obituary notices from Jamestown mark two deaths
Deep restol at Jamestown followed the passing of S Set Watkins ATH at a Military Hospital on September 20 after a lengthy illness. He was 40, son of WG Watkins of Henley Beach, and left a widow Miss I Perkins and a young Dennis. Also Mrs S Mata widow of Joseph Mata died September 28 at Glenlog after years in Jamestown. RSA Ladies Committee met October 6 to plan for November 4 afternoon tea at the Races and seek volunteers.
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Jamestown
Watkins
Set
WG. Watkine
Henley Beach
Boyle
Institute
I. Perkins
Dennis
Jamestayn
Mam
Joseph Mata
Glenlg
Indy
Ir Hnahand
RSA
Jamestown Rsa Lndies
CWA
Mesdames
Parrington
Patten
Polomka
Clare Show 1944 Annual Event Set for October 21
The Clare A and H Society announces a 1944 show reverting to pre war levels with substantial prize money across all classes including stock poultry pigeons and more. The event takes place on the picturesque grounds of Clare on Saturday October 21 with inquiries to the secretary in Clare by phone 74.
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Clare A. & H. Soviety
Atovk
Sonfs of
Clare
Prize winners and judges at a late show
A lengthy account lists prize takers and judges across divisions such as Bakers' classes Vegetables Flowers Prizes for cattle sheep and pigs. Notable names include J Halse A Ryan J Ryan J M Jackson and C A Rodeghiero among many. Strong entries in several sections with remarks on good blooms and healthy pot plants.
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Klingner
M, Jackson
L. Davies
A. J. Symonds
Sowerby
G. Ly
Heath
A. W. White
J. J. Sinker
J. Halse
H. C, Wehrmann
A. J, Ryan
H. Glasson
Jos. Thomas
A. S. Gordon
E. Horkey
Paw Cronin
Kelpie
Callies
Dunstan
A. ©. Webb
J. Hart
L. Praibilli
Cronin
B Slattery
T. O. Prainilla
W. J. Ashen
C. W
S. Cooper
Mr. J
A. D. Bray
W. Keding
D. Bray
W. S. Mun
Ewe
A.’ K. Pearce
J. M. Robinson
Hwek
Dm. Robinson
A. K! Pearce
Braid
A. K
Peaves
EH. Hall
A. K. Byetag
R. Lites
Ca.’ Rodershiero
P. White
Laura Ice and Produce Coy Limited Announcement
Laura Ice and Produce Coy Limited announces operation as manufacturers of GOLDEN NORTH butter and eggs. They are registered agents and offer poultry pricing and delivery services with weekly ice deliveries starting this week. Turkeys 1 10 per lb Cockerels 1 6 per lb Fowls 1 4 per lb Young Pucks 1 8 per lb.
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L.A. Exg Board
Victory Loan appeal urges conversion and participation
The speaker calls on Commonwealth War Loan holders to convert maturing securities to the Second Victory Loan and urges those who have not invested to buy bonds. He urges Australians to back the war effort with timely contributions, stressing postwar security and district resolve for victory first.
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Australia
Tokio
Gladstone Fathers Association Elects Officers in October Meeting
A largely attended Gladstone Fathers Association meeting on October 1 elected officers led by President J. W. Prior and Vice Presidents A. J. Smith and W. H. Gale. Secretary W. C. Gilley and Treasurer W. S. Williamson were named, with delegates and committee members announced. A proposed constitution and annual membership of 10 shillings were outlined, and monthly meetings agreed for the district council and association discussions.
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Pathots Association
J. W. Prior
W. C. Gale
Couiuittee
AL Crawford
W- B. Cockburn
Don Garrett
J. P. Maddigan
G. Brown
Quilrell
Memorial Hall
Distrit Council
RSJ
Fathers Association
Rain Recovery Boosts War Time Orchard Plans In Wirrabara
Sept rainfall in Wirrabara Forest totaled 104 points with end of Sept reaching 114 inches for the year, about 17 inches below average. The heavy rains revived pastures and orchards, promising some summer stock and improved peach and apricot prospects while fruit crop outlook remains limited and new orchards are planned for postwar expansion.
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Whyalla
Leigh's Creek
Dubt Commercial Airways
Tor
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Joney
Laura Ice and Produce Coy. Limited
Il O
Sven
Commonwealth Savings Bank OF Australia
Japan
STE
Pacific
Wirrabara Forest
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