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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 22, 1949
Page
4
The minister for public works has conveyed information to Mr A J Nor many Smith regarding ongoing projects and related decisions. The communication outlines approvals, timelines, and expected implementation steps.
Information from A J Worm Smith shows Richmond Shire Council approved loans for a grader purchase £8000 and kerbing works with subsidy cap £600, plus £1300 loan and £800 for Shire Hall planning. Plans for a Richmond swimming bath were examined and approved. Postmaster General invites telephonist exam at Cloncurry exchange on 6 August 1949 for girls 14–25 and ex servants up to 27. applications close noon 27 July 1940.
A fragmented list shows multiple cattle movements between stations in Queensland. Entries include Lady Wallace to Alva Downs, Kamilarol Station to Kajabbi, Corella Park to Cloncurry, Lorraine Station to Kajabbi, and Fort Constantine to Cloncurry. Each line specifies number of cattle and the responsible owner or drover.
The article lists varied stock sale values including cattle and sheep, with prices ranging from 61 to 74 for different lots. It notes quality differences and shifts from light to heavy weights, mentioning specific lots and casynont terms.
Wunken Driving Advice notes a new Traffic Act with drastic penalties while magistrates retain discretion. A Clonurry cost driver pleaded to operating a vehicle under liquor and was fined £20 with a three month license suspension.
The program lists Diggers Maiden Hack and Air Force Handicap for five furls and nine furls with varied entrance fees. Nominations close with K J Bannah at Box 63 by 4 pm August 104. Sulia Greek death notice follows, noting cattle buyer Me Marry Lorie from Winton.
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