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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 20, 1931
Page
2
A Brisbane conference article records decisions setting minimum rates for newspaper advertising in Queensland and clarifying commissions for travel theatrical ads. The secretary EL Joseph signs the notice, dated 1988, amid the Country Press Association proceedings.
Religious services scheduled across St Andrew s, Manesbyterian Church and Glassuny suburb include Holy Communion at St Andrew s, Sung Eucharist and Evensong at 7 0 am 10 0 am 8 0 pm, and morning and evening worship at other local congregations. Ministers toured the area with assistants and several schools open for study and Sunday classes.
An article by Rev. Jotin organizing medical help in the Merkel Mathion urges readers to support a widespread free medical service. It notes doctors in many towns, urges citizens to assist, and highlights the benefit to residents who lack local physicians.
A local notice details an auction sale with discussion of property and figures. The report mentions a sale on Monday, a bank loan or bid price, yard measurements, and expectations of a larger sale. It notes buyers and vendors in a regional market context with references to date and location.
The Mio Talkies screens a mixed bill headlined by Lets go Native with Jeanette MacDonald and Jack Oakie, Gallagher and Oakie comedy, and songs by MacDonald and Hall. Features include The Benson Murder Cage with Philo Vance, Born Reckless, Clear Up and Smile, The Texan with Gary Cooper and Fay Wray, Bally with Marilyn Miller, and The Dummy in supporting roles.
August 28 gala promises ring of banter as Ban Jam Dore Wall is heir to the Bio Hall. Attendees may sample hayseed costumes and vie for prizes while prices drop making the event accessible to all. Brewer and better tary participation highlighted.
Mournful news from Glencurry reports the death of J J Fanning, known in Townsville and North Queensland for his sport, judge’s eye, and long service with the National Mutual Life Association. He leaves a wife, ten children, and a daughter from a prior marriage, Norma Fanning, now living with her aunt, Mrs. B Rogers. The passing shocks relatives and friends across the region who remember his jovial nature and wide social circle.
The article details a Cony shoot at Oven Wind with a 240 value, a 30 shot event at the Cloncurry Match handicap of 7 shots worth £1 7, and multiple shooters earning prizes. It highlights Tom Tennett Jim Staunton Tom Dunn and others, with results from the Winton and Blackson matches, handicaps, and prize allocations across 200 and 600 yard events.
An Australian reader in Willaston Gawler reports immediate relief from indigestion after using Misuraten Magmests. She claims rapid improvement, saying the product cures stomach troubles and restores health, urging others to try it for similar results.
A prolonged discussion outlines the need for reliable transport for doctors and uninterrupted medical service across northern Australia. The article notes funding strains, calls for local support, and the push to blend new AMS efforts with existing public health work while awaiting updates from Dr. George Shopson.
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