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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 30, 1937
Page
2
Officials warn that trespass and fence tampering on Buffalo Plains will be prosecuted. The notice, signed by A. Robinson, cautions against pasting, culling, or opening fences and leaving gates open.
Subpar marketing lines urge business growth with a cautious, self promotional tone. The fragment mentions an advocate using media in district outreach to boost attention, urging readers to try it and grow their business.
Oil tight used cars offered at Low prices by Long's Service Station opposite Advocate Office. Models include a Ford Utility four cylinder priced at £100 a Grey Superior four cylinder at £60 a Light Six Nash Utility also £60. Easy terms and inspection available.
Evening church services listed include St Andrew's Church Holy Communion at 7 30 pm and All Souls service at 10 pm, with Sunday School at 8 pm. IVTERIAN CHURCH led by Rev Thos A Hall holds 10 pm service and 8 pm Sunday School. Wilims church services noted for p m and 40 80 am unclear but indicate Sunday School.
A warning posted by G B Jadq Manager for Rocklands Holding advises that persons found trespassing or interfering with stock will be prosecuted.
The new engine at the power house was handed over to Mr Thomas representing Mr Axon for the council on Tuesday. Installed by Mr McPherson, it has proven solidly satisfactory and will run pumps and dynamos, powering the compressor and electric lighting scheme. Mr Novit, in charge of piping machinery for fifteen years, will oversee everything and ensure proper operation.
A local report notes trespassing and a shooting incident on Dalgon Alley. Authorities warn that anyone found opening tense at dusk or unlawfully holding equipment may be prosecuted.
Notice posted by Lake Nass Station manager warns against trespassing fishing or shooting on the lake and states violators will be prosecuted without regard to persons.
A fragmented notice notes a flow of selection involving Morumy's Cheek and Amy Percot. It references the Hondstead holding and authority figures including DASA and Barton. The text is unclear but indicates a legal or regulatory action affecting stock and property.
A new electric wiring program advances from hospitals to railways and hotels as private homes prepare for 24 hour service. The program, overseen by officials including Hon. John Ainllay, aims to wire key buildings first with cost impacts on consumers. a fatal car accident near the aerodrome is noted in the same issue.
A secondary department will be attached to the State School at Mowatt Isa with a special teacher appointed. The plan aims to help local children pursue scholarships without the coast travel costs of 500 miles, making secondary education more accessible and encouraging parental support in the district.
The deal in this district closes with Cyril Chaplain purchasing a mob of bulls in the Comeo weal district. Chaplain will pasture these bulls on the Constantine property which is in excellent order for forage and water.
The report details a mining battery at Ul ule diéry Gn preparing to crush ore from the Comstock lease. It notes 400 pounds of ore and brass recovered, with a syndicate claiming four weights per ton after miller adjustments. Crushing to begin soon with expected good news from Mr Garland’s operations.
Fragments show confusion over which department clears Noogoora burr on crown land and reserves under the Local Government Act. The Lands Department indicated responsibility, while a council official noted uncertainty and initiation of notices for burr control.
The district faces hardship as lack of relief hurts pasture and wool values. Buyers hesitate, burr infestation threatens spreads, and owners fear losses to livestock and property. Local figures note rising costs, misleading forecasts, and calls for action to protect grazing areas and cattle.
Reports describe vast flooding along the Mississippi basin with up to 1 000 miles of inundation and thousands displaced. Officials acknowledge gaps in casualty tallies as rescue efforts continue and an estimated hundreds of bodies are recovered while tens of thousands remain homeless.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Stock on the underr and a WILL BE POSE. Place names East Cooluilah Cabbage Tree Mart Creek Effle Cresfield, with reference to PRINGLE as Manager. Sparse details suggest a local notice or notice-like fragment from a newspaper page.
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