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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 01, 1940
Page
2
A garbled notice from a Prince Court council describes a waiver of aid for those unable to attend. The fragment references public assistance and competition, with unclear details about the supporting entities and location.
Local post notes unsettled spell with 3.8 feet of rain clouds forming over the area. Heat readings logged by the Post Office show fluctuating conditions though rainfall remains limited. Weather lines indicate a shift toward cooler nights as autumn advances.
Senior Sergeant J J Sproule and A R P lecturer discussed knowledge test results in Cloncurry. Some trainees failed to understand safety aims while others achieved full marks. a parachute contraption found by a neighbour sparked talks of enemy flames and wartime paranoia. Raffle results follow with local tickets listed and a cinema program noted for the evening.
A freight train bound for Cloncurry caught fire near Tommy's Creek bridge 19 miles 40 chains from that town. Four wagons burned beyond salvage, with goods for Quamby and Keabe destroyed. total damage estimated around £1500. Cause under police inquiry amid sabotage suspicions.
A major bush fire near Violet Vale bridged districts last week burning about 1000 acres and destroying cattle losses. Volunteers from Violet Vale Kalimet h Tixtri Cebbie Briard and surrounding stations joined the effort led by M Byrne of Kaimeta. Firefighters battled for two days, with conditions hampering containment before crews redirected to preventive measures and relief.
A bustling account of social visits to Cloncurry and nearby towns includes many residents attending the Coronision Ball and other social events. Notables such as Mrs. Palmer, Mr. and Mrs Solomost, and Mrs. W Lambert reflect on extended visits and town life. A hospital inquiry follows a dog incident, with medical attention sought. Local leaders and service members feature, including a few wartime references and regional transport notes.
Fragmentary OCR text references Bank of NSW Stott and a donation note. Names and specifics are illegible, with garbled terms and uncertain context. No clear event, date, or outcome can be determined from the readable portions.
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