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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 20, 1945
Page
3
A fragmented ad item lists various goods and prices including pineapples described with odd spellings. Mentions freight charges and a buyer or broker possibly named Rael and Childs. Other names Wamuras appear as part of the listing.
A long list of residents and visitors in Cloncurry is noted including Mr and Mrs Tregenan at the Government Assay Office, Capt Doug Bell returning south after a local engagement, and many locals like Mrs Buley, Miss Medda Alen, and Mr. Haig McMaster. The piece highlights community ties, birthday celebrations at the Prince of Wales Hotel, and stories of former townsfolk like Aunt Rose Seymour, praising her charitable work and long service.
A list of acceptances and participants across divisions for a Brisbane event. Notable entries include Furongé 8 year, Bay Prisco, Little Tom, Embrough, and Lady Leasidue. Included are multiple heats such as Second Heat, Third Heat, Fourth Division, Fifth Division, and Park Handicap with a one mile course and a variety of horses and sponsors.
Notice that Mr. Fred Butwintey Ue publicly announces he now carries large stocks of cement available at competitive prices.
In a wartime village notice, women invite soldiers and sailors to attend a reunion at the club, honoring those serving and the present war. The event promises camaraderie, refreshments, and a chance to share memories while supporting the war effort.
Mrs Stannard offers piano tuning and repair services including player piano expertise. Based in Townville, she accepts appointments and serves the local area with specialized musical equipment care.
Wartime cookbook item outlines a Margarin or butter cake with mixed fruit, vinegar, lemon or vanilla, water, and baking soda, baked 10 to 25 minutes in a moderate oven. Also lists recommended books and authors, including Madame Curie and Prince of Captivity, with notes on literary interest and poetry.
The ambulance was called Friday to transport Mr. C Lamberth to hospital after he was injured in an accident. Kelty Geott, employed by him, had met with the incident when 9 hours earlier he was struck by the car. He sustained a compound fracture of the ankle and was taken to the focal hospital.
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