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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1936
Page
2
In this advertisement several model types are offered including a Ford Utility four-gallon, a cheap Chevrolet Super 8 model, and a six Mash Utility. Cars are described as in perfect mechanical order and available on easy terms with inspection and trial. Location given as Opposite Advocate Office.
Public notice urges locals to use the Advoomle in the district and warns property owners to close fences and secure gates on Tommy's Creek. It states that anyone operating without authority will be prosecuted and names a Bart on as signer.
A brief notice reports trespassing and potential fishing or shooting violations on Lake Nashrae or Perec. No individuals or organizations are named in the readable lines. Further details are unreadable.
An OCR snippet lists Andrew's Church with Holy Communion at 16 am and Evening Service at 1.30 pm, Presbyterian Church led by Rev Thes A Wall with Sunday School at 10 am, Federal Methodist Inland Mission in Cloncurry led by Rev C F Wilks, noting church services and Sunday School times for multiple denominations.
The Glencurry district struggles with wool production losses and rising costs as shearers and drovers seek better pay. Estimates show annual output around 10,000 tons with value near £60,000, yet profits are eroding due to external labor costs and underinvestment. Local leaders urge government intervention to support welfare and district employment amid shrinking returns.
The council and residents discuss shifting governance to benefit the district economy. Residents from Cloncurry to Winton urge using local labor, keeping shearers nearby, and involvement in the Progress Association. Christmas telegrams will be offered with no extra charge to avoid traffic congestion.
A garbled OCR note describes watermelons sold by growers with odd phrases about pricing and weights. It mentions individuals Chong Sung and Josie, an office visit during the week, and a melee affecting staff. The text reflects a chaotic, informal market scene with unclear details.
The article notes schools closing as teachers head south for rest and families face new responsibility while sports events occurred in the afternoon. It mentions students from the Stata School and a focus on children’s education and wellbeing during the upheaval.
Alf J. Honaley notes changes in regional representation with Tom ONeill becoming manager of sheep property for Mr Winter Wagon in Gunna district NSW and Al J Boyd concluding his campaign with meetings at Murat. Kennedy by election results expected tomorrow. Advocate Office offering figures after 10 am. Also a Christmas charity stall planned December 22 and 24 at Ambulance Hall. signed by Alf J. Honaley, Cloncurry.
The writer thanks all who offered sympathy and aid after a difficult period. They acknowledge financial help and public support, expressing deep appreciation and noting private or newspaper appeals for further help are unnecessary.
A compact ad style notice lists rubber stamps and ink items for marking and labeling. It highlights affordable leather items and linen marking products suitable for office use. The fragment emphasizes basic stamping supplies and inexpensive office accessories without detailed context.
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