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Newspaper
Charleville Times
Location
Charleville, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 27, 1933
Page
4
Market notes from Cannon Hill show inquiry easing and mixed prices for cattle and sheep. Listings include New Zealand and Australian buyers, with detailed runs from various accounts such as J Carver Charteville and Moreumttie, noting woolly merino ewes, wethers, lambs, and assorted rams with price ranges around 5 to 23 shillings per head.
The Queensland Primary Producers Co operative Association and related buyers reported cattle and sheep yarding at Cannon Hill abattoir on Monday. Yarding included 4,200 sheep with varied prices, 1,220 lambs valued, and multiple lots of ewes and wethers listed with price ranges. Prices cited range from 12/ to 23/ per head, with several consignments at 18/6 and 19/6 in the displayed ledger.
A Royal Automobile Club of Queensland statement condemns the Federal Government’s plan to return petrol tax revenue to states. It argues that the 3d per gallon levy relief aims to curb taxation, yet will privilege motorists while limiting broader fiscal relief.
The readable lines reference various names and phrases, suggesting a damaged local notice or community snippet. It mentions Wevgy Mable Tay and Haiby with scattered terms like newspaper, camelienin, and remnant, implying a confused archival clipping rather than a clear reported event.
The article argues aviation bears heavy taxes and faces high costs, with a 28 percent fuel tax on Qantas cited. It notes aviation’s dependence on government support, compares costs to Europe, and asks how rail and shipping would fare under similar taxation. It condemns restrictive policies affecting aviation, urging less taxation to aid industry growth.
A fragmented note on Charleville Boy Scouts outlines swimming safety rules for beginners. It mentions depth awareness, buddy guidance, avoiding dives without knowing depth, staying steady on the bank, and caution around cold water. The text also references a camp context and mentions awards and junior leadership development.
A fragmented OCR item references religious groups and denominations such as Presbyterian and Anglican. The readable segments hint at interfaith dynamics, local sentiment, and potential conflicts or debates over church affiliations in a community setting.
District news from Wyandra covers racing results with registrations and scores, including 62 points by Yarramanbalt and Mack's Creek 60. The Wyandra Ambulance Committee held a meeting with officers named and a racing programme approved for Dosing Day. A request for ambulance funding from Chartoville is noted for approval at an early date.
A lively Morven evening featured a Moreen Mie Shakers arranged piano performance in Mrs Erbothnot's cafe on Saturday. The event included a prize display with a four pair of beaded material covers won by Miner McGrory and others, plus a lively auction. Travelling crews from Holly to Morven hosted singalongs and entertainment, with several residents and visitors noted for gatherings and services.
Probate granted in Charlevtile Cowles station with Trustor Coviums Pevsbuatte 3 and Werhawk station noted. Details indicate grant of estate rights for Mary E McNelle with associated locations and names.
Fragmentary text describes a service for country women attended by Miss Raymond at a location in Brtakines. The garbled lines mention gates, dorm, and Maynood tiets, with limited readable names such as Miss Raymond and Goan Hous ayer Stree.
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