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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 19, 1944
Page
2
An old advertisement lists hotel names and weekly schedules for Staceky Stacey Uptometistiusts Towneville and nearby venues. It notes visiting times and days for Smith's Hotel, Pom Omen Hotel, Jug Creek Cummins' Hotel, and mentions printing by JOBEPS and publication by the Cloncurry Advocate Pty. Beart Street registrar J. 7. Henbley.
A collage of wartime social items lists residents and visitors in Geelong including Ben yh Marjorie Katt and Mary in early June. Mentions hospital transfers, military discharges, family visits, and local gatherings. Also notes Ford Motor Co Victoria Victory Loan efforts at Geelong with £20,000 raised and plant-wide loan discussions led by HO French.
The rationing commission announces June 4 procedures for civilian and service members. Old Fabian and civilian identity books must be kept in good condition to avoid delays. special address change forms and collection rules apply. Parents or guardians must handle book exchanges for minors under 16, with applications through post offices beginning before June 3.
The Albion program lists nine events for the afternoon race card. Highlights include Luxuh division handicaps with heats for horses such as Golden Basar Oola Pal and Jack Corban, followed by a 4 10 p.m. second heat. Other divisions feature entries like Vallant Verde Mying Admiral and Roy Knight Speed Led, along with Welcome Bechelor in a local showcase.
Ade Oleg at Llancurry District Hospital announces the new X Ray unit now installed at Cloncurry Hospital. The upgrade replaces an old plant that had become worn.
A three day Red Cross sale at David Jones begins May 31 offering old items as treasures. The Cowra branch coordinating committee accepts with enthusiasm and hopes other branches will follow. Goods sent from country branches will be returned to boost local efforts.
The theatrical performance in New Guinea features Yartropa and a magician who captivates the crowd with tricks and awe inspiring feats. Lee Winn appears on stage while Maiton and other cast members provide lively interludes and visual spectacle. refreshments are served as part of the event by YMA workers.
Mrs Flores expresses gratitude to the public for support and kindness extended to her family. She notes appreciation for the community's help during a difficult time and sends best wishes to all residents.
Since the outbreak of war in the Ducine region air forces have flown extensive hours and distances. By March 1st last, Australian Army battlefronts had 56,638 casualties with 11,447 killed 15,678 wounded and 251,588 prisoners of war. Royal Australian Air Force squadrons in the United Kingdom have logged 78,304 hours covering over 17,000,000 miles in 14,000 sorties.
The report warns of an immediate housing shortage with nearly 0,000 homes needed in Sydney and 44,000 substandard houses in suburbs, 16,000 unfit for habitation. It urges better resources, faster building and long term materials to replace temporary solutions, noting pandemic-era limits on labour and permits risk worsening conditions.
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