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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 02, 1946
Page
3
An old advertisement styled claim promises a universal remedy HEENZO for coughs colds throat pain and flu symptoms. It touts a product from Tur jurrTam sOnOOL George Street Brisbane and suggests mixing with water to make a pint of quick relief for adults and children.
A fragment notes Delany Buying Agency attempting purchases including unclear items. The text is garbled with misspellings and missing context, but indicates some form of procurement activity and charges, with no clear names, dates, or outcomes.
Caution notice warns shooters and others against trespassing on Roxmere Woods property near Alma. Violators will be reprimanded or acted against under local regulations.
All persons found trespassing or shooting without permission on Clonagh Gipsy Plains or Jersey Plains Holdinge will be prosecuted Glonagh.
The U.N.R.R.A. Clothing Appeal in Brisbane calls a drive started August 1 for over three months. Local groups including the W.C.A. and Girl Guides mobilize to collect clothing and material for Australia, requesting new items and fabric donations only and urging neighbor support while avoiding interference with the aid program.
The Queensland government backs aHealth drive enabling hundreds of displaced or bedridden children to travel from distant regions to hospitals and seaward health holidays. Initiated by Governor Sir Leslie Wilson, the program relies on voluntary Australian contributions to fund transport, care, and recuperation for young patients amid wartime strain on resources.
A person offers a vehicle for sale in rough text. The note mentions a Geyiaider Studibaker 908, claims it is in good running order and priced at £7 cash. Missing clear contact details or seller identity.
Central position in Clonourry area with five rooms. Sold as is with no repairs. contact local agent for details and viewing times.
Imported from Switzerland these watches boast stainless steel cases chromed designs and hunt-proof text. Prices range from 4/6 to 19/10 with a five year guarantee and claims of hard wear and good time under all conditions. Also pocket watches offered from 4/10.
The article reports on various wartime and postwar topics including a US Navy surgeon general discussion on brain stimulation possibilities to help blind individuals via intact optic pathways. It mentions a German firm making pocket timepieces and motor car factories resuming prewar employment levels amid fuel, energy, and tax concerns. Insurance payouts in Australia and a medical patent list follow, with consumer health ads about cough remedies and ear discomfort.
For sale a well established motor repair and auto service business with city freehold. Asking price £12,000 with £6,000 deposit. Financing available through Eaton Apply Air Gordon and Gols Brisbane.
An advertised dwelling in Queensland listed as a four room home with verandahs and bathroom features, asking £600 cash or terms. Applications to purchase must be submitted by August 12, 1966, from eligible individuals or spouses. Details available from Le Re Craw Clerk of Polly Sessions, Julia Oreek.
In Melbourne on the Racing Club meeting on the 19th and 5th of November the Hood cu0B and OACLATELD horse entries headline a casity day program. Details are obscure in the message but indicate bets and box entries for race events at Flemington.
A partial OCR fragment references a box number 2086W and a P.O address in Dristane with a note about the region near Wallan. No clear names, dates, or full context are readable.
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