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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 31, 1950
Page
4
A crowded court heard conflicting testimonies about a violent fight at Ague Downs. Witnesses described blows with a whip and hand tactics while the Macnamaras faced claims of premeditated assault and cowardice.
Town bulletin reports mild weather and dust storms, wind, and a busy period with hospital updates, arrivals by train, holidays in Brisbane, and local condolences. It mentions New arrivals, medical attention, community events, bridge and whist results, and social notices from Julia Creek and surrounding areas.
An old classified ad from a leather goods shop lists Angus Leatherette sizes 30 and 60, 72 inch items, fasteners, and featherweight materials. It advertises wholesale and retail orders, samples, and location at 9 Broadway Towne Ville.
The long serving Labor representative for Carpentaria appeals for voters to reelect him for a three year term. He cites nine years of loyal service, ongoing railway and mining development, water conservation, and progressive policies as achievements and promises further action if re elected.
The meeting lists Patron Rev Father Brill President F C Trenfield Vice Presidents A J Smith Junior NJ Powers Stewards F Butt P Rebetzke J Latchford J Sorwale Timekeeper J R Bulley Ex Clerk L Marsden Committee Hutt Katte Quinn O Callaghan De Warren Futpill Wallis Krefe Katteford Latceford First race Maiden Hack Handicap £5 four furlongs Second Maiden Hack Handicap £9 four furlongs Third Maiden Hack Handicap £10 five furlongs Fourth race Restricted Hack Handicap £15 five furlongs Fifth race £15 total six furlongs Final race £0 four furlongs with nominations and prizes outlined.
Notices outline by laws on penalties for failure to obtain nominations and starting restrictions. It specifies that only registered horses may start and unregistered horses incur penalties. deadlines set by the secretary and permits required. event dated May 1990 with council secretary R. Bulley as honorary secretary.
A fragmented political appeal outlines Labor Government aims to boost the fishing and Gulf industries, with pledges of expansion, public works, and camps campaign meetings. It promises hearings on subattles, voter reassurance, and a vigorous push to secure electorates while urging support for Labor candidates and local contractors.
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