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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 18, 1931
Page
3
A distressed mother describes headaches fatigue and weakness relieved after taking Dr Williams Pink Pills. She credits improved health after months of suffering and cites others helped by the remedy. The advertisement promotes the pills as a cure for anemia exhaustion and related symptoms.
An advertisement announces a large street show by Cowling's Talkies titled Swine High, described as a huge special attraction with 16 stirs. The note promises posters with further program details and appeals to a broad audience.
A local bond committee gathers at Rockhampton Town Hall to outline a campaign and schedule future events across the towns. The plan includes monthly band dances led by a conductor with performances and wider public engagement to support the bond.
Friday afternoon the Ladies Guild of Wie Presbyterian Church hosted a farewell for President Mrs Woodtimuse in honor of Mrs Purden who is leaving Wee district. Members presented a crystal bowl to the guest of honor. Roy Whitney spoke of Mrs Pardon’s many fine qualities and resilience. Musical numbers were performed by Harrison Woodhouse Guon Robertson and Dr Vickers. Mrs Moores won the Christian names game and presented the prize. An afternoon tea with ferns and flowers followed and the company sang for the guest of honor.
Auction notice lists 1300 head bullocks for Georgina district pasture with good grass and water. Apply H. Llo ws ranking state via Camooweal.
The Lorocurry District Hospital invites contributors to the annual general meeting at Shire Mall Beare Street Cloncurry on Wednesday August 1941 at 3 0 pm. Items include committee report treasurer’s statement year ending June 30 and election of two directors with amendments to be discussed. Secretary Giles Trenfield dated July 4 199.
Readable fragments report a severe industrial accident at a mine in the Mount Isa region with molten metal, injuries and burns to several workers. The piece notes ongoing smelting operations, a planned consolidated wage review, and community movements including a fishing party and local public service concerns amid expansion and transportation issues.
Report from a local rifle shoot describes a mild afternoon with shooters like Staunton Donn and Jim Medres reaching scores around 26 to 28. Don Jackson and others led to a cluster of high marks while volunteer scorer Bil Tonkin noted uneven targets and feathered tails among spectators.
The latest London market quotes show slight movements in copper and gold futures as traders digest supply signals and currency effects. Investors track forward curves for copper, zinc, and iron, with electric metals under renewed focus amid industrial demand signals.
A crowded social page lists numerous residents and visitors with travel, holidays, and family events. People like Mr W Miers, Mrs Jock Kelly, Master Elwird Vans, and Miss Alice Svost are mentioned alongside travels to Dal, Mackinley, Cloncurry, and Toowoomba Grammar School returnees. The item highlights midwinter vacations, hospital appointments, and community greetings.
A community gathering near Kamilarot Station aims to raise funds with a weather dependent Saturday outdoor program. Local workers and volunteers plan a sports event at the Malvko shed 22 miles from Citeurry to benefit Miss Curis of Wie Bel. A committee will organize activities and seek donations and volunteers.
This afternoon a group of boys arrived in town from Mount Sium for a match at the Sole School grounds. The game is set for Sunday morning with both teams near equal in skill and expected to provide lively action on the local premises.
The executive issued dates for races in Wy Glubs and various clubs. Meetings scheduled in Cloncurry and Townsville include events in July and August with amateur sections and picnics.
A cordial afternoon event at Clonwunry Sele Guild marked Mrs Punton’s farewell from the district. The president presented a bath and silver tankard as gifts, honoring her role as a founder and noting the Guild’s grateful achievements. Mrs Punton spoke of her happiness and thanked the members for the presentation.
Tender notices announce bids for an explosives magazine at Clongarry with plans available from P A Brodie and others. Submissions must be in sealed envelopes and sent to the Car Hospital counter near the court house.
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