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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 30, 1938
Page
2
A fragmented obituary fragment remembers John James with family names amid an unrelated dance event listing. The text mentions a loving memory notice dated July and references Robertson family, with garbled lines about a Saturday event and a social gathering.
A strong committee plans a social carnival in Cloncurry on August 19, aiming to surpass past successes. The event features a prep background, affordable tickets at 1/6 for gents and 9/9 for ladies, with dances on August 3 and 14 and a headline of “Serve Un eeval of the Year.”
Caution notice warns that any person or persons found trespassing or involved in opening of female duck shooting areas will be prosecuted. The notice cites penalties for violation and warns enforcement action.
Reading shows a sequence of sultry days easing to cooler periods with clear nights. Forecast mentions mild temperatures around mid 40s to 60s with chances of rain on Saturday and continued warmth approaching next week.
A Police Ball held Friday night in Bla Hall drew about 300 attendees. Despite a downpour, decorations and a festive canopy created a lively scene with dignitaries and guests praising the event. The evening featured a large centerpiece duck and a successful program run by local workers who ensured a safe, enjoyable occasion.
Fragmentary rural report notes events near Normanton and Isladee IMuly, including sheep care and training operations. Mentions Violet Valo, 9 Normanton distance, and a siren-like scene of a pastor visiting chaplains. References to McKay, Birdgville, and a Presbyterian hall engagement.
The text is garbled OCR and does not present readable facts or names. No coherent event, date, or entity can be extracted for a valid summary.
Methodist Church in Queensland official JA Pratt arrives for Sunday training service at the Mathedist Church at 4 pm. A welcome tea will follow on Tuesday hosted by Mr Pratt for the church. Attendees include MP and Mrs Be Emmat Kedagrw and Parker Bendigo. Several residents travel and visit in town while others depart for Brisbane and England on upcoming plans.
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