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Newspaper

Cloncurry Advocate

Location

Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia

Date

Apr 11, 1931

Page

3

Wool Industry Clash Sparks Market Proposal Amid Regional Turmoil

A proposed market reform by He Minivlir aims to stabilize the wool sector amid floods and drought across Australia. Rivers surge in New South Wales and Victoria while stations near the South Australian border brace for flood impacts. Sheep losses mount as dry spells end, reshaping future pastoral plans and regional transport routes.

He Minivlir Auatratha South Africa New Zealand Oohsiger

Aviator Scott Arrives Two Seconds Ahead at Fedhpur

Scott arrived at 2 90 thie afternoon and led Fedhpur by a length as Kin esford trailed. The race featured Scott pushing ahead with a steady pace and minor gaps from opponents.

Scott Fedhpur Wl 3 Belt Kinesford Smolts

Aviator Broadbent and Australian Air Mail Loss

The Australian air service faces disruption as the Heoudiven abandons its route and Broadbent’s aircraft is damaged after a flight from England to Australia. Losses include a large mail payload and delayed communications.

Wotion Rescinded in Sydney Motion Sparks Debate

In Sydney the motion for a three year socialisation plan was rescinded after GO votes to GS. Speakers argued the plan would undermine movement goals while others warned against renewed socialist propaganda. The conference yesterday led to heated exchanges over Australia’s future policy direction.

A. L. PL J. Theoke

Brittle Airways to Australia Delayed by Drainage Issue

Fragmented text mentions Brittle Airways office and timing to Australia, passengers sent to Power in ten or eleven days, Melbourne reference, NS AW hotel relocation, and political context about Virease led position. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR.

Britteh Airways Australia

MUNGANA EPISODE Affects May Court Date and Recount

A confusing public notice discusses a legal matter linked to Mungana with possible court appearance in May. It questions events around government actions and a tentative schedule, noting uncertainty about a May ruling and potential July timing.

Untitled fragment hints at secretive event and masked intent

A garbled excerpt hints at a tense scene where secrecy cloaks a confrontation. Mentions a potter and veil of silence around participants, with violent undertone implied by a disrupted setting and hidden motives.

Scott's Flight Delayed in Ealolvra and Apom Arrival

Unclear telegram style note reports Srotd arriving at Apom and M02S Liles from Korte departing yesterday at 3 pm. Draft lacks verifiable names and places.

Srotd Apom Liles Korte

Mt Isa Mines Metal Award Debate Over Working Hours

The Mt Isa Mines Metal Award confrontation centers on overtime rules for Australian workers. The federation argues for capped weekly hours and overtime pay while employers insist on flexible shifts. The union leaders pressing for 40 hour and overtime protections claim Sundays and over 48 hours require proper compensation.

Obituary Notice for Joseph Stiel of Rockhampton

In Rockhampton yesterday Joseph Stiel aged 38 died after a brief illness. He leaves a widow and family and friends in the community mourn his loss.

Rockhampton Joseph Stiel Borkhamtton

Madame Melba's Will Sets Foundation and Warrants

The will of Madame Melba provides for her family and includes warrants and a Molin Scholarship foundation. It states property valued over £200000 in England Australia and France while noting depreciation in recent years. The fund foundation amount is £3600. Capitan Scott arrives today and plans journey toward Darwin, aiming to travel 600 miles in the morning and reach Darwlo by afternoon, placing him about a day ahead of Kingsford Santette.

Mbelegufne Hriday Madame Melba Shaeth England Aierkla France Austrata Owalue Molin Singine Bima Captein Scott Darwlo Darwin Miree Kingsford Santette

Lyons on the stump against a noneparty government

Lyons addressed a gathering in Adelaide on a new financial policy and a restoration of Australia at home and abroad. About 10 000 attendees listened as he outlined his noneparty government plan and the Sylvain Nation policy amid a hopeful campaign atmosphere.

Adelaide Lyons Australia I Vane

King George III Condition Improves in London

Report from London notes a favorable change in King George III’s health with the condition described as satisfactory and his return to normal life considered possible, though not assured. The progress is cautiously welcomed amid ongoing concerns.

London

Legislative Council Brisane Debates Amending Queensland Constitution

Premier splits on restoring the Legislative House duties as the Government party meets. A decision on the proposed amendment is postponed to a later Council gathering.

Herbert Seat Declared Under Nationalist Interest

In Towreville Town, Mr G A Princis consents to dead in the nationalist interest for the Herbert at a forthcoming election. The case involves Lionel Melnties tobacconist and a court matter with Anthonyeden officials, with defences and claims noted.

G. A. Princis Bmishane Pritay Rowril Lonald Melnties Townsville Anthonyeden Towseille Weg Clalntime Liuan

Police Court Hears Cocaine Theft In Hospital

In Brisbane on Tuesday Hobinson an employee at a hospital admitted stealing cocaine valued at 14 from the institution. He and Butler a laborer were fined 20 pounds each. Hobinson allegedly sold the cocaine for 18 pounds to Slipcon a laborer aged 34 who was charged with aiding in the theft.

Gener Hospital A. Hobbnson FP. Butler W. Slipcon

Scott Arrives Early for Kigkeford Smith Event

SIMGAPUME reports Scott arriving at 1 30 at a location near Wichoria Point a night before Kigkeford Smith. He spent the night and will present about 200 tales from Darwin at Mira.

Simgapume Scott Kigkeford Smith Wichoria Point Scott Lot Fulanghang Bedeoi Mira Darwin

Government reports numerous sheep grazing permit applications

Melbourne officials say 4 fare applications were received from selectors seeking grazing rights. They note market rates and interest remain steady, with several applicants aiming to settle claims soon. A pilot flight route update mentions Aviator Scott docking at Victoria Point before Darwin voyage.

Weyron Fie

Feud Fallout After St Kilda Shooting Darkens Week

Reports trace a vendetta rising from a St Kilda shooting that left multiple fatalities and sparked a citywide fear of further violence. Police and witnesses describe sporadic gunfire, guarded by uneasy crowds as investigations proceed.

Fatal Accident at Hadley Dowss Station

Neri, overseer on Hadley Dowss Station at Long Reach, was found by searchers and died in hospital after an accident likely involving a fall into water. The event occurred on Saturday with officials noting the circumstances and location.

Neri, Aaedi Hadley Dowss Longreach

Federal labor tangle stalls House vote in April

In Sydney the Levause Veartey party and three ethnic Federal fielders threaten nonattendance to the House session until April 24. The Federal Government faces stiff defeat as the House prepares to reconvene on that date. The leaders claim responsibility for polices and the return of national policy is halted by the stance.

Sydney Thursiey Levause Veartey House of Representatives Theodore Nest Mlebl Heasley Fis

Discrepancies Reported in Labor Rabons and Work Applications

Friday report from Brisbane notes extraordinary discrepancies in rabons issued and work applications since the internitioen. The minister for Labor cites lists showing 2258 workers employed and only 1005 applicants, suggesting a shift in labor demand and potential inefficiencies in public employment programs.

Brisbane Pridsy Pero Internitioen Lawor

Nationalist Conference Moves Toward Unity of Opposition

At Brisbane on Friday the Interstate Nationalist Conference urged unity among all parties opposed to the Seuilin Government's inflation policy. Executive members from the various states met with representatives of other organizations to coordinate their action.

Brisbane Vostephy Seultin Gevermintal Eoreog Moifen Selion

Golden Casket No. 299 Ticket Description

Fragmentary notice describes a lottery item with a draw day and serial numbers. Mentions a postal route to Sydney and the Solomon Islands and a protest against government change. The readable text is limited and unclear on full action or organizer.

Timishane Yeatenday J.B. Scott Woollomer Dismore Sydney Salamon Islands

Dobben Hotel Proprietress Travels After Holiday

Lawson, owner of the Dobben hotel, drove to Glo curry yesterday with a university form and plans after a months holiday. Mrs Lawson joins a circle of people and a daughter in Brisbane. A separate note advises contacting the builder for sale details and warns about unauthorised competition rules.

Lawson Dobben Hotel

Lang's Trouble in Melbourne Over Town Hall For Premier Yanez Speech

City officials refuse to grant the Town Hall for Premier Yanez to speak next Tuesday. Jock Garden as agent struggles to secure a suitable venue with Exhibition Hall already applied for but likely denied.

Melbourne Ely Counsell Ie Yanez Wxt Jock Garden

Lang's Refudiation and NSW Tax Prosecution News

A Sydney report notes an impending will against the New South Wales government seeking recovery of interest payments advanced by a British authority. Prosecutions are filed against ship owners who recruited volunteers locally, facing fines up to £1000 for each offender and a case set for Tuesday.

Lang Sydney Government of New South Wales Mecbuu Tne Salunder Commonwealth Government

Southern Cloud Mystery Rumors Near Canberra

A youth named Morris reported yesterday seeing what he believed were remains of a plane in the Hill District near Canberra across the Murrumbidgee River. Police deem it a remote possibility but will investigate today.

Sanbrrra Polier Morris Canberra Murrumibidave Polies Torday

Aviator Scotty Lands to Rousing Darwin Welcome

Almost the entire Darwin population gave Aviator Scotty a rousing welcome as he landed at 5 pm yesterday breaking Kingsford Smith's record by about ninety hours. After the loop he landed amid cheers. He will resume his flight to Sydney on Sunday and plans a quiet return due to a busy schedule.

Darwin Scotty Rouse Pam

Federal Politics: Prime Minister Plans Parliament Tuesday

Reported yesterday the Prime Minister announced plans to convene the Federal Parliament on Tuesday and proceed with business. The Lane group Dow favors cooperation with the Government if the opposition moves align. Beasley group reportedly will not back the measures.

Mane Dow Canberra Beasley Group

Welcome and farewell at Methodist church guild

The Ladies Guild hosted a social after worship to welcome the newly appointed minister and bid farewell to Mr. and Mrs. Maloney and to Mr. old Mira T. i Robertson. A large crowd enjoyed a fine supper and friendly mingling.

Ledles Guild Lowes Mer Maloney Old Mira T. i. Robertson

Public Meeting Called for Anzac Day Celebrations

The Cloncurry Shire Council invites residents to a public meeting at the Shire Hall Ngastoht on Saturday April 1st 1004 at 1 pm to form a committee for Anzac Day events on April 26th. A representative gathering is requested.

Glhoncurry Ane Ngastoht

Labor Day Sports Scheduled at Shire Hall Venue

Labor Day sports will be held in the morning at Shire Hall with eleven events to feature footraces, wood prizes, and refreshments. Mr Len Whitehouse and Paddy Corke will oversee arrangements to ensure smooth execution and prize distribution.

Wotler Ariehter Moyney Tor Oleteurry Ur Shank Ibs Lottery Pryccasion Shire Hall Prives Uhr Aclijson Holt Omere Frey Len Whitehouse Paddy Corke Jeane

Mount Isa Carnival Sparks Public Enthusiasm This Week

Mount Isa and Bowen celebrate a busy week as carnivals unfold. Community committees organize events from concerts to lectures, aiming to boost funds for local associations and support workers. Thieves break into a Silver City venue, while public interest grows in upcoming speaker tours and mining town visitors.

Moutt Isa Tfe Bowen Fies Mires Silver

Weather forecast and brief storm report

The report notes 02 percent volume for the week with no rainfall locally. One heavy storm near Thurnley caused minor flooding at the riverport while Guthbert described the conditions as very light and slow moving.

Mos Pit Whyet Guthbert Thurnley

Also Mentioned on This Page

Wool Industry Malate, Mbonitay Polilies AEA Ville Abonday Willesprituil Cooper's Creek Coun Guol Central Aviator Scott Kmbaghi Aviator Broadbent Cusstantinorle Heoudiven Auelowlie Atus- Walla Galgrieta Shenstane Fairfax Ngland Australia Air Mail Lowndes, Motley India Eid Africa Wotion Phn Vo Ting Ant Wetel Iderworld Vendetta Melauuune St. Kibin Malki OURO Melboline, Montes NS AW Labowe Bon Ferrenen Sauhilie Yestoyatayi Pakeliet Eira Babor Cole Mungana Tie Viettin Ty A Ealolvra Sotelow MT. Isa Mines Metal Award Bhisdank, Wortheselay Wood Agu Upetrommesk Australkan Unhar Alsnew Pirionies Lee Henjareliy Tel Ae Stanskey Aietdio Ant King George III Leqislative Council Herbert Towreville Monrr Seat Victoria Point Kingsford Fairtalen Dail Shenstote Victoria Pin Sdayspeak Erworld Meleuunne Richard Campiell St. Kilda Hs Wenith Brishane, Tursday Sumlay Nationalist Conference Otas Labor St Oppotion Ta Plaree MENT Sens Frail Elec Bare Selid Bilvar Mt. Aju VAAN Mir Fletcher Youtg Duchess Cmdner Frank Prince Ork Beatty Tvar Frito Jos Ueell Ohiw Ute Geell Glencurry Cloncurry Bullaton Oclonocurry Shire Council Labor Day Sports Mount Isa C.aw.a Inet Frok Hill Bain Royal Gate Mitchell Mes Jean Baswant Weebune Bond Picture Palace Bence Bey Australia Mustria Bassant Jeet
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