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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 21, 1939
Page
2
Religious services listed for Andrew's Church Presbyterian Chow and local groups. Rev Lang leads Glencurry East ministry with Sunday services at 8 pm, and regular meetings on 3rd Sunday and 4th Tuesday. Federal Senator visit noted with minister Rev Willems, Sunday school at 10 am.
The engagement announces Anne Power daughter of the late TP Power of Coniliu and Mrs Power of Willyame St Kilda to Captain J I Riddle son of Sir Bund Loy Riddle of Woollaben Sydney. Lord Wale witnessed the ceremony with J A Lissons assisting as Ambulance Superintendent. A separate report notes Ambulance service at Quamby then Bloncurry Hospital following a poisoning incident and a vehicle crash near a railway crossing. Local sales include a variety of goods from Martin dells Warra and listings for Stanthorpe and Branthorpe items.
Mr Stan, manager of Clonagh Station, reports extreme heat with temperatures near 1050 and 1428. He notes Saint period 110 to 124 and mentions Mr A Heck managing SA Company near Bourke, New South Wales. The text signals a need to assess heat impact in the Back of Bourke country.
The newspaper notes a modern printing plant selecting legible type for menus visiting cards and small items. Readers are told the new type improves clarity and readability at moderate prices.
Mrs. R D Macdonald hosted a Brigpe Party at 187 Lake Street Cairns on Friday January 29 in honor of her father-in-law Mr IA Nwedonald of Cloncurry visiting Weeks im Catens. Afternoon tea was served and first prize went to Mrs Larsen. Guests included Mrs Robbing Mrs G Robbing Mr L Hammond Mrs J Melrath Mrs Bobbie McCafferty Mrs J Tadman Mrs Pauline Deeb and guest of honour Mr A Macedowatd.
Fragmentary OCR recounts a period of unrest in Europe and references a local health officer for the Dig district. It notes ongoing public concerns, mentions periodic unrest, and hints at impacts on streets and parks with lingering tensions and unmet wishes in the Murieliae area.
The Cloneurey District Maypitel committee appeals for funds to center the hospital under a voluntary system. They warn ratepayers would bear costs for capital, power, and upkeep, with detailed figures for construction, alterations, and ongoing charges affecting the Shire budget.
Government and police warn of threats across the district as heavy rain and rising floods hamper daily life. Affected towns list includes Cloncurry Gipsy Plains Benclgy Park Normanton and Burketown with rainfall measures and road impacts noted. Emergency services urge caution and preparedness as conditions worsen.
A special Clan curry District Improvement Board meeting discussed adopting a by-law to impose a fine of 50 pounds on anyone owning an Alsatian in Half Aisstlan dog. Members present included Gry 7 Ticehurst chair, D Lynch, A Webv, T Woodhouse, W A Rose, acting Shire Clerk J A Galler. Debate focused on protecting pets and public safety, with opposition arguing the by-law could cause trouble for dog owners.
The article recounts a dispute over brumby horses near the Liehhardt River. It describes water holes fenced off and the subsequent muster of hundreds of wild horses. It notes deaths, humane actions, and involvement by Coolullah station manager Mr. Pringle. It cites public discussion and apologies for publishing misstatements.
The Australian Journal 1980 issue highlights include Spanish Civil War accounts by Francis Beeding and a Western Front piece "Mel l in One Heavens" from Warstre am series. It also spotlights Barry McKee's humorous stories and a variety of features, with previews of new serials and ads for mail tender notices in Queensland.
The article lists weekly results for multiple stations and routes with points totals such as 859 for Usn Ronth and 370 for Lad bey balst Taraby maul. It references figures like 44 punts at Grebury and 20 Bol Hone on Sfatia.
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