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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 04, 1941
Page
2
A damaged fragment reports Waltonvale council discussing a farm equipment proposal with two ploughs and garden implements. The passage is fragmented and unclear about final decisions or specific details.
Notice from City Chambers MD Edward Breet in Brisbane warns travelers about entering Wood-oattern and related areas without proper authorization. The alert references nearby stock movement and urges compliance with protection measures.
Parsons responsible for translating rock are warned to file notice at the Homestead before entering Fisher’s Camer Run. Noncompliance will be prosecuted without further notice. W. Helpman.
Authorities warn that trespassers on private roads face prosecution. The notice mentions J Brown and Sone and flags road closures to the public. The fragment references Trekelano and underscores enforcement of access restrictions.
The column lists church times and locations including St Andrew's in Cloncurry with Sunday School at 10 am and Holy Communion at 7 am on Sundays. Evensong at 7.30 pm. It also mentions the Federal Methodist Inland Mission with Minister Rev O F Wilma and a Sunday Echo column.
Fragmentary notice recalls the death of Brother Axcis at Clon worry Hospital on 1 July 1939. Includes a birth notice from Mother's Hospital and a brief, incomplete tribute to Corporal Lang and his wife Margoriette Low. The text preserves limited names and a religious motto without full detail.
A recruiting officer will visit Cloncurry on Wednesday July 2 to mark the date for training with the RAAF as part of enrichment measures. A social dance at the Cashalle Club room featured Catholic college students and parents, with Miss Mary Pawers, Cassie Davern, and Betty Walsh providing music and dancing. Door takings totaled about £1 with tickets 1/0 for men and 1/- for ladies. two novelty dances were awarded to Miss Tyy Seymour and Leg Reid with partner for Monte Carlo and a separate prize.
In a civil action heard by Mr J D McKean, Hubner Motor and Cycle Depot sued Alfred Loveridge for unpaid goods. After testimony, parties reached an amicable settlement and withdrew the case with terms undisclosed.
Government announces fare increases on rail and related services effective July 14. Minister Lar gombe cites record revenue, cost rises, and potential £400,000 expenditure for new measures, while finance officials discuss uncertain primary industry impacts and motor-restriction offsets.
A string of social items records visits and journeys in the region. Notables include Mr and Mrs antor Clancurey and the Lisson family visiting the town. Mr Normayy Murray and party staying at the Post Office. Mr Owen Mufty and industrial inspector returning by war freight. several officers and staff traveling via plane or train. Mrs Leader reported ill with wishes for recovery. Limestone Quarry party traveling home for holidays from St AnD.
Hig Benelieies, Governor Gan seal of Amily, Lord Gowrie and Brigadier Anderson travel by chartered aircraft to Mount Inq. The valet stays in Cloncurry. After inspecting Mount Inq, Governor General and Brigadier General Anderson return by regular plane to Cloncurry, then depart for Darwin on Friday morning July 10.
A Triday night event organized by CWEA raised about £110 for Queen Victoria Orders and overseas aid. Local talents led by Kay Hume and emcee Brookes entertained with songs, poems, comedy, piano, and a marquee dance. Proceeds supported the feed Cross and Comfort Punas, with future dances planned for Friday.
The article notes strong attendance at Braxiers and the Aquinas Meeting of the CWA with Mer. Bode from Mackay and officials reelected including Mrs Browne and Mr Peat. It lists town and country vice presidents, ongoing enlistments for ATF, and manpower support. It also records family news including injuries in England, service members home on leave, and births.
Court records note a missing Brown kid grove finder device with a request to return it to the office. The item is described in a brief public notice seeking its return to address a potential loss. No further details appear in the readable text.
A application has been made to Muckinigy Shire Council for permission to erect a fence over the Black Bowle at the Haddington Etta Plains section between the BE and 62 mile peon on the Julia Creek Sormanton road. Essential ute and motor grid will be paved, says manager Affleck.
A damaged listing describes fund raising, a memorial wall programme, and a farewell to Ron Mule by the Cloncurry Gaugers and Ore Producers Association. It notes financial items from Treasury and Commisner of Taxes and lists visitors to Mount 18a Hotel.
The note requests supply of power and manpower as a prerequisite for operation. It emphasizes the need for machines and men to proceed, seeking confirmation of available power resources and workforce to meet production demands.
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