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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 14, 1941
Page
2
Fragmentary notes describe Walton Vale with a leasehold and fruit area, limited water supply, windmill and tap engine upgrades, and a two plough system. Mentions office and railway, but details are unclear.
Fragmentary OCR lists individuals including Edward Bircer and Hilabane alongside names Warrated Meani MRA Bordons and Casniers 880. The readable text provides no clear event or action.
A caution notice warns wood-cutters and others against entering the homestead without permission. The alert mentions Bodine through Mindie and the need to avoid disturbances or removal of property.
Ereons in charge of traversing stock must give notice at the Homestead before entering Fishers Creek run. Those not complying will be prosecuted without further notice. W. Helpm an.
The notice lists March services at Cloycurry and Glencurry with times and minister Rev. Bruce. Dates include March 16 24 and 40 with references to Tulla Creek and Marehath 1938 as memorials. A memory tribute to Leo, son and baby, appears with a golden chain line and a religious exhortation.
A garbled paragraph reports that a Land Court session under the registrar of the Gand County has been cancelled. The notice references Marety Stal and the term Minder, with unclear details about the court’s proceedings and authorities.
Fragmentary entry notes Droyer Cylin Clark bound for several days awaiting release. Mentions Camog area and approaching dawn near Moreatune. Names appear uncertain. details remain unclear.
A fragmented account covers a horse race meeting at Ye Bol on Saturday with plans and betting chatter. It also lists extensive rainfall measurements from numerous stations including Ourindl Winslade Elena Clowned Bit and Gl emala, noting variable totals and conditions for the week.
Hidge Evening notes a lively gathering at the East Doffee Hotel lounge where Mon aioe Shnite Butt and Morrison hosted a night of bridge and cards. The Cloncurry Returned Soldiers organized the Ester Sat meet with a Race meeting to follow, details advertised in this issue.
A man named John Francis, missing for forty years, was located after being traced from Mammoth Mine to Carlton Hills Station then to Greta Belectun Ind. He had left with a small billycan of water and died en route, his tracks found fifteen miles from the mine and followed for twenty seven miles before being lost again in a storm. Constables Carroll and Comer led the search with Carlton Hills Station manager Mr Power assisting. the recovered man later reached Greta Belectun Ind and borrowed a horse to return to Botbyn.
BY INTEREST TO GRAZIERS. Graders Hollrows of obtaining quoten fur excavaliion and garth lanks are invited to write the ir Aeraignied, who. with quote for any months large of will, Usay. part of the district A complete p to tute tenator plait, Speedy sali atory work: wiurantind ROU. BISHOP. care, Byadle and 6, Clones.
Fragmentary London report notes air raid activity near Bevison with mention of heavy bombers, damaged infrastructure, and limited altitude as planes engage in a military raid. Names and places are unclear due to damaged text but reference British planes and a night attack in the vicinity of Blakhye.
Various wartime notes claim German bombers hit Britain during night raids while authorities credited new air defenses and radar guidance for limiting damage. The report mentions aircraft losses and unclear military impact with ongoing assessments from the Air Ministry.
Britain expresses ire over German propaganda during wartime. Mixed opinion in America about aid to France while critics condemn German actions that disrupt food shipments and threaten blockade efforts. Public sentiment appears divided amid ongoing tensions and perilous supply lines.
Rare wartime dispatch notes President Funewell directing immediate shipping of equipment to Britain and the United States to back a growing war effort. A drive to enlist several million workers and establish a bookkeeping system is under way as part of armament production and logistics.
The report states Germans hold three divisions in Tripoli including a mechanised unit. Axis pressure continues on British forces in Abyssinia and East Africa, with no decisive success against the Italians or Ethiopian fronts reported.
Greek officers described a nighttime assault near Tie Talia in Albania with youths involved and several casualties as Italian forces advanced. Reports say attacks were repulsed and Mussolini's stance tied to the unrest.
A chaotic session with Government supporters questioned the CNILD Endowment plan. Critics argued the payroll and employment figures exceed promises, while amendments and committee oversight faced rejection and possible parliamentary reconsideration.
A German destroyer was torpedoed by a coastal command plane. The vessel was seen from the sea and listed as destroyed with significant damage and loss.
A Friday report notes significant enthusiasm in Australia for a major expo with potential funding and propsed displays. Officials in the region describe growing support and international interest as the event aims to showcase industry and cultural ties.
A patchwork of local notes lists personnel changes, holidays, and arrivals. Sergeant xCirke and SOCTAL leadership return from leave via Brisbane with family in tow as other staff such as Mr. Wal Chaplains, Mr. OB. Hucon, and Mr. McRae shift roles or relocate. Many residents travel to southern capitals for holidays or attend official duties, with transfers announced for staff of banks, hospitals, and courts. The piece also notes a religious service arrival by Rev Calder Allen at Mount Isa and several residents visiting family or attending meetings in the region.
The wedding at St Pauls Presbyterian Church Brisbane united Miss Biles Frances Staudia McMaster daughter of Mr A J B McMuntar and the late Mrs McMaster with Theodore John Prudent son of Mr and Mrs G Prufen Nambrok Gippsland. Rev Sahin Shueluk officiated as bridesmaids and guests attended a reception at the bride’s home.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions sealing to be used on all galing ater with unclear context and many garbled phrases. No coherent events or entities are clearly present to identify a specific person, organization, or place.
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