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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 10, 1938
Page
2
Valencia oranges offered in half-bunker cases at 128 35? dd. and larger 100 4a 6d. Large sweet pineapples Sa 6d per case. Freight paid by seller. Cash with order. Notice of trespass or interference with stock at ROCK LANDS HOLDING to be prosecuted. G. B. JAGO, Manager.
The document lists penalties for trespassing, fence cutting, fishing and shooting on Lake Nash and Lanark holdings with notices requiring entry by permission or notice. It also notes J Antonio Rossi of Italian nationality, long resident in Australia, intends to apply for naturalisation under the Nationality Act 3830-30.
Fragmentary notice requests readers to call for full particulars about Hatr beauty culture date and reduced rates. The garbled text mentions contact by phone and implies a sale or service offer. No clear names or locations are readable.
Religious services listed for Cloncurry and Julia Creek including Presbyterian and Federal Methodist Inland Mission with service times and ministers. Also notice of thanks from the Berry family for sympathy messages after a family loss.
The North Australia Survey invites tenders to purchase a Buick Utility. Tenders close December 17. Advert shows the notice publicizing the sale.
Tenders close at noon on Thursday 15 December for the supply of music for the Oddfellows Annual Ball to be held Friday 30 December. Orchestra to consist of three or more players. Spot prices listed and varying rates for copper and electrolytic metals. Local schools break up for Christmas holidays next week and travel offers rise, with many planning holidays leading to a quiet Christmas in the region.
Power's House of Quality announces ample Christmas gift supplies and a wide toy assortment for children. A tragic accident occurred Wednesday when an 18 month old boy fell from a moving Chevrolets truck near Coppermine Creek bridge, dying at the hospital. A new hotel in Dajarra offers electric light, modern conveniences, cold drinks, and a daily motor service to Boulla and northern stations.
The Clondurry district endures very hot days and pleasant nights with burnt greens. Rain expected from January has not materialised, leaving dry grass at risk. If rain fails early in the new year, significant losses may occur as relief is unavailable locally or toward the Gulf.
Horse owners are urged to note race meetings at Mt Lea on December 2 and 26 and at Camooweal on December 29 and 30. Good prize money is offered by both clubs. Nominations dates and contact details are available from club secretaries in their towns. Both clubs recently held meetings with success on track and financially.
As the closing date nears, small holders of bonds from £10 to £500 join big investors in the £72 million cash and conversion loan. Authorities call the 3 17 6 percent rate tax free and suggest no rise in interest during the loan. Renewals are crucial for reinvestment and yield. Australia’s Premiers back cash contributions for defence, noting £4 million will boost employment and national safety.
The de Rothchild party led by Mr Fitzgerald and Mr Williams arrives by mail train in Cloncurry to attend Digger Race week. They win prizes at the clay pigeon shoot then become popular for their sportsmanship. Later reports note an accidental shooting in French Indo China injuring Mr Fitzgerald.
A Cloncurry friend recalls a cheerful hunter killed after a bamboo thicket accident in French Indo China. The wounded Nicky died before transport to Kratie, a loss mourned by Rothschild allies and local supporters. Price-Conigrave, Darwin to Groote Eylandt voyage and Kimberley trek noted.
Cricket match in Cloncurry sees local side defeat Quamby by an innings and 109 runs after a full day of play. Welneke top scores for Cloncurry with 67, Kidd 38, and Gundry 37 while Martens led Quamby in the first innings with 12 across both innings. A luncheon at Scott’s cafe marked by chair Mr Wetneke and toasts followed the match.
The Advocate offers Kiios cards described as beautiful and inexpensive, painted to order with envelopes to match. It invites readers to inspect samples immediately and notes wedding invitations and place cards are available in every design.
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