West Rockhampton was transformed into an inland sea over Monday night, as the result of a torrential downpour, 11½ inches being recorded in 24 hours. The Fitzroy River rose rapidly, and heavy damage was caused by raging torrents. ...
Article : 1,746 wordsThe scene at the Masonic Temple last evening when the Grand Master of the United Grand Lodge of Queensland, M. Wor. Bro. W. H. Green, P.G.M., was installed by his Excellency, Rt. Wor. Bro. Sir Leslie Orme Wilson, P.Dist.G.M. (Bombay), P.G.D. (Eng.). ... [ILLUSTRATED]
Article : 47 wordsShow Society.—Mr. M. W. Simons presided at the annual meeting of the Maranoa Pastoral, Agricultural, and Industrial Association. A letter was received ...
Article : 184 wordsBenefit Dance.—A dance in aid of the [?]eenleigh Show Society took place in the Waterford Arms Hall on July 8. Mr. W. Benfer had charge of the dancing, and ...
Article : 62 wordsState School.—Mr. W. H. Stringfellow presided at the monthly meeting of the Canungra State School committee on July 5, when the matter of the formation ...
Article : 207 wordsThe gathering at Rowe's Cafe yesterday when the Queensland Chamber of Manufactures tendered a luncheon to welcome Messrs. Oscar Seppelt and F. R. Lee, president and secretary, respectively, of the Associated Chambers of Manufactures. Mr. Seppelt is seated in front, at right, and Mr. Lee on the extreme left. ... [ILLUSTRATED]
Article : 51 wordsAt the Queensland Institute of Publicity luncheon yesterday Mr. Frank A. Symes (third from right) gave an address, taking for his subject, "Unemployment—Let Us Solve It." ... [ILLUSTRATED]
Article : 33 wordsTennis Dance.—The local tennis club held their monthly dance in the Farmers' Hall on July 1. Winners in the euchre tournament were Mesdames Currell and ...
Article : 75 wordsL.P.A. Meeting.—At a meeting of the Mary's Creek Local Producers' Association Mr H. Murray was elected chairman, Mr. R. Long vice-chairman, and ...
Article : 30 wordsDance.—At the Munbilla School of Arts a well-attended dance was held in aid of the School of Arts. Music was supplied by Mrs. Kay, and Mr. A. Pegg was ...
Article : 40 wordsThe case concerning an alleged plot to bomb the petrol depot of the Purr Pull Company, at Glebe, on January 7, was concluded at the quarter ...
Article : 155 wordsOver an inch of rain was recorded in Toowoomba for the 12 hours ended 9 o'clock to-night, making a total of 256 points since the rain started during the ...
Article : 192 wordsBall.—On July 6 the Marburg Church of England held a plain and fancy dress ball, the door takings amounting to over £22. ...
Article : 51 wordsBurglary.—On July 8, the residence of Alderman P. Garrow was entered, and clothing and other articles valued at £25 were stolen. Mrs. Garrow and her small ...
Article : 195 wordsDance.—A dance, organised by members of the Flaxton branch of the C.W.A., in aid of association funds, was held on July 8. A Monte Carlo waltz was won ...
Article : 38 wordsSteady soaking rain fell continuously throughout yesterday and last night, and to-day several heavy showers fell, with light rain in the interval. To 9 o'clock ...
Article : 360 wordsFootball.—A meeting of the committee of management of the Lockyer Rugby League was held on July 10. It was resolved that the final for the Jamieson ...
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Advertising : 225 wordsFurther beneficial rain was registered throughout the Laidley district for the 24 hours ending 9 a.m. to-day. The principal falls were as follows: Hatton ...
Article : 261 wordsInstallation.—The installation of Argyle Lodge No. 164, U.G.L.Q., took place on July 8. Bro. H. J. Bradshaw was installed as W.M., with the following ...
Article : 98 wordsHeavy, soaking rain, which commenced on Monday, has since continued without interruption. The registration to 9 a.m. to-day was 182 points. The falls will ...
Article : 82 wordsCrops.—Judging the wheat crop on present appearances, not one-tenth of the wheat, which is usually well advanced in July, has yet made its appearance ...
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Advertising : 121 wordsGatton Show.—The bullock penned for the weight guessing competition at the Gatton show scaled 868lb., and the winner was Mr. W. J. Hawley, Lake Clarendon, ...
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Detailed lists, results, guides : 1,372 wordsThe Postal Department has received advice from the postmaster at Isisford that owing to heavy rains the mails, which should have been despatched to Ilfracombe ...
Article : 94 wordsC.W.A. Bazaar.—A bazaar under the auspices of the Pittsworth branch of the C.W.A. was held on July 6, and was followed by a dance at night, the proceeds ...
Article : 108 wordsShow Ball.—The show festivities concluded with a ball in the School of Arts on July 6. The hall was crowded, over £42 being taken at the door. The ...
Article : 269 wordsThe continuation of the relief scheme on municipal works was discussed by the Premier (Mr. Forgan Smith) and the Lord Mayor ...
Article : 186 wordsGood soaking rain has fallen throughout the Kingaroy district during the last 24 hours, which will be a great benefit to farmers and graziers of this district ...
Article : 397 wordsHome Projects.—Of the 26 scholars attending the Berat State School, all except six kindergarten children have joined one or more of the home project clubs, ...
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The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933), Wed 12 Jul 1933, Page 14
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