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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 07, 1943
Page
3
Mt Isa correspondent reports Towns defeated Army 15 0 in a rough season opener. Beattie Fraser Gowlett Beard and Crawford starred for Towns with strong forward work and sprinting runs. Army missed chances and credit goes to Towns defence and manly ball control in wet conditions.
Tenders are invited for a purchase comprising allotment 12 section 4 County of Eddington Hilton parish Tulle Cran area 11.4 perches with buildings including refreshment rooms living quarters garden and plant stock. Tenders must be in an envelope marked Tenders Tulle Cafe and addressed to Allen de Wont Limited by 3 noon May 7 100. Inspection possible on request.
In a one sided game, Army and Town squads fielded strong lineups led by Cunningham Haworth Lockle and Beattie Ratolite against a robust pack. Junior grade saw Synnott Cocky McMahon and Patterson shine for the Mines while Towns backs and forwards battled hard with Wilson Noakes and Hunter leading the way in a spirited display.
Emergency starter Prin lad and Eyl Ballotted out Corress Ho wali Wandie in a cluttered historical handicap list. The field includes High Rank Samaritan Wut On Eve Folk Polraack and Sparrow Tawt Queen Carrington among novices racing over about four miles.
A wartime broadcast quotes Admiral Tuetzow acknowledging fewer U boat sinkings in April. He says Germany has strengthened its defenses while noting the enemy remains active. Also mentioned is Barney Long and Co closing their workshop for 20 days with no work before June.
Fragmentary wartime dispatch describes Russian advances near Novorossiysk with emphasis on night operations and a wide front. Mentions Moscow, the Red Army, and air force activity as forces push forward on the coastline.
Auction brief lists two Kam chief golf sets with one broken arm at Avla mee Hotel McKinlay. Local dealer notes condition details and asking price. Potential buyers contact venue for inspection and bidding terms.
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