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Newspaper

The Areas Express

Location

Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia

Date

Sep 26, 1947

Page

3

Methodist Crusade At Jamestown Draws Large Crowd

Representatives of Methodist churches in Jamestown Yongala circuits held services in the Methodist Crusade. Rev B H Phillips reported full Town Hall in the afternoon and near full capacity in the evening as Rev A E Vogt preached. A 90 voice choir led by L H Chambers performed amid four pianos with solos by Miss Joan Tiddy of Adelaide.

Jamestown Yongala B. H. Phillips A. E. Vogt Methodist Thanksgiving Memorias Cruzede L. H. Chambers Gaitrell Memorial Rose Park Singero Jameston Cultowie Belalle Yongela J. D. Pearce

Obituary for Albert Curyer of Jamestown

Albert Curyer of Jamestown died at Jamestown Hospital after a short illness on September 18. Born in Jamestown in 1883, he was the youngest son of Thomas Curyer, educated at Jamestown Park School, and worked with his father and brother on contracts for the Belalie District Council before serving as Toreman of Works for the Jamestown Corporation. He married Annie Simons in 1906, and his sons followed his footballing footsteps. The funeral was held Friday at St. James Church of England, with the Rev. H. Price officiating. many sympathy tributes covered the coffin. Deep sympathy to the widow and family. The family: Mrs. J. Cahill, Peterborough. Mesara, Clacre, Wyn, Reg, Ron, and Ted.

Jamestown Albert Curyer Jamestown Hospital Curyer Thom Jamestown Park School Belalle Pred Curver Jamestown Corporation Toreman Sgatn Annie Simons Simon Wirrabara Canon Fi Ash St. James’ Church of England H. Price Mia

Pretty Wedding At Jamestown Presbyterian Church

Nancy Doreen Williama and Rae Suen John Ellis wed at Jamestown Presbyterian Church on August 22. The bride wore magnolis satin with camelias and orange blossom, escorted by her uncle, with four bridesmaids in tropical straw. The reception followed in the Parish Hall with seventy guests. The couple honeymooned on the West Coast and Port Limol, and will reside in Jamestown. An afternoon card event planned for October 3 was postponed to October 17.

Jamestown Presbyterian Church Nancy Doreen Williama Rae Suen John Ellis Ben Williams Marjory Williams Brock Julia Willams Colin Ellie Bert Seaman Delray Robinson Janice Hall Pariah Hall L. Smart West Coast Port Limeol Sitta Jamestown

Unveiling of Honour Roll at Laura Town Hall

The Laura Honour Roll was unveiled at the Town Hall on Tuesday evening September 23 with officials praising local service. About 130 names appear on the Roll from a town of 700, as speakers urged support for hall facilities and Civil Defence. The ceremony included readings, prayers for peace, music, and dancing after supper.

Laure Laura S. J. Condon Richardson League of Exservicemen W. W. Blesing A. G. Matheson Mr. Richardson

Appila Defeats Melrose In Booleroo Centre Clash

Appila outplayed Melrose 18 goals 14 behinds to 7 goals 5 behinds at Booleroo Centre. Absentees included Hose Schmidt for Melrose and Lloyd Baynes for Appila. Prominent for Appila were G Abbott H Hell K Fuller Reichstein Bros W Redden and the Francis brothers. Melrose stood out with C Slee G Paddy A Chalmers T Morrow L Arthur and A Giraham. If umpire McLoughlin officiates again, a Grand Final rematch at Melrose is anticipated.

Melrose Appila Booleroo Red and Blues Hose Schmidt Lloyd Baynes Applla G. Abbott H. Hell K Fuller Reichstein Bros W. Redden J. Francis Clark Adelaide

Appila Show Rescheduled For Wednesday After Postponement

The Appila Show moved from Saturday September 27 to Wednesday October. A strong sports program is planned replacing the Lightning Football Carnival. A Footballer's Relay race will be held with tour players from Laura Jamestown Caltowie Gladstone Wirrabara Booleroo Centre Melrose Murraytown Orroroo Wilmington Yatina Tacowie Georgetown and Crystal Brook eligible to compete.

Laura Jamestown Caltowie Gladstone Wirrabara Booleroo Centre Melrose Murraytown Orroroo Wilmington Yatina Tacowie Georgetown Crystal Brook

Gladstone Rifle Club Batten Wins Cockburn Championship

L H Batten took the honours in the Cockburn Club Championship after the Saturday stage at 300 yards. A fishtail wind affected early scores as R D Black and others posted results. Final tallies include Batten 44 47 81 and a field of shooters with scores ranging from the mid 60s to 90s, reflecting varying conditions.

L. H. Batten L.H. Batten A.D. Black R. D. Black W. R Ghent J. Hough L. C. Obora Pal Lines D. M. Weatherill C. Woodward J. M. Black Biarslett R Nash J.C. James Hy J. Sargent

Northern Areas Grand Final Preview Georgetown v Jamestown

In a sunny Gladstone Oval setting a large crowd is forecast for the Northern Areas Grand Final between Georgetown and Jamestown. Georgetown, famed for a hard system game, meets a rejuvenated Jamestown squad in a high-speed showdown to close the season.

Grand Pi Northern Areas Football Association Gladstone Oval Georgetown Jamestown

Crystal Brook Community Notices and Socials Roundup

A Crystal Brook page records a H M Saint property demonstration by Bitte Motors with new International Harvester equipment, a Welfare meeting led by Mrs Mitchell, a traveling talk by Miss Thmstora on Western Australia, and numerous social events. Mary Dennis hosts a 71st birthday party with music by Warocks Orchestra and gifts. Melton district guests attend. Jamestown football season opens with a rival clash against Georgetown as teams prepare for tomorrow’s match.

H. M. Saint Bitte Motors International Harvester Coy Geelone Works Mitchell Thmstora Deriva Australia KK. Dansford Fair Yard Hospital Guild Misa Jones J. Gilbert Beck ML P. O'Callaghan FE. Dinsford Wirs B. Tyler J. Snamers H. C. Goal Wo Gadd Sydney A. Matthews Crystal Brook V'Mis Scarlett Parkside PH. Giles A. T. Symons Blenele Betty Stevens Joan Baynes Gwenda Run P. E Giles A. Forgan Sister McEwin Whyalla Merriton Mary Dennis Ed Mary G. Davidson Crystal Brook District Warocks F. W. Kovunecke Kevin Max Acsordeon Pinn Ron Sheriff D. Holmes Mel Supney Mary Blight B. Vanstone Minlaton Treheayne Marshall Wilver Wardoka PL Koennecke Undle Kerra Judith Koennecke Max Koennecke Dapnne Gwenda Lois Jordan Neil Vic Murdoch J. Solmes Miniaton Marshall Taunt

War Memorial notes and village meeting outcomes at Georgetown

The War Memorial Committee met at the Institute on Friday September 1 with Conneillor Gordon Smallacombe presiding. C. T. Martin summarized twelve months of work, the treasurer B. L. Mason reported receipts £69 0s 2d and expenditure £390 18s 8d, with a balance of £802 31s 7d and public subscriptions £269 19s 6d. Plans for the Memorial opening include a services, school sports, and an afternoon tea at the oval. committees for sports, catering, and a women’s group were formed and honorary service members named. Trading tables raised funds for the St Mary’s fete. other local notes cover bank opposition, travels of two women, and various social visits. The Georgetown Racing Club held its AGM with E. Lang re-elected president, J. Kelly secretary, planning six races with prize money and War Memorial Committee support.

War Memorial Committee Institute Conneillor Gorda Smallacombe C. T. Martin Mason Sneplus Campment Uta Alby Messrs G. A. Simaliacombe If Marin DP. Setwerdt B. Lang PH. Read H. Edmonds-Wilson Mesdame Fighting Services J. A. Lyons M.P J. J. Angley If Martin Noonan Read Trea Guver E. 5. Mason E. E. Lang EE. Lang Jack Kelly Anl War Memorial Comumittee Cantar Incheon Sime

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