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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 24, 1944
Page
3
High quality toy koala crafted from lamb skin and washable. Durable and well priced with packing and postage included at 10/-, 20/, and 20/ each. Australian Rewired Soldier's business. Made under Government permit. Products, Foun Hall, Chambers, Parramatta, NSW.
In a November bout, MES fighter Powerful Mr Fegan defeated Abe McKinlay known as Prime of War Punch, securing a decisive win. The result noted Fegan's strength and McKinlay's challenging performance in the event.
The council warns residents to avoid using hose, lawn sprinklers, or mechanical devices that supply water from the Cloncurry Water Authority without approval. Violators face penalties and possible prosecution. By order of the Shire Clerk M O'Callaghan.
Official public notices listing hotel bookings and appointment slots across Mount Iva, Towneville and surrounding areas in November 1944. Details mention Western TMP post office box, various hotel events, days of week, and times for appointments and patrons.
Social personal notices list multiple residents during visits and holidays in Melbourne Brisbane Townsville Cloncurry Gladstone Mackay and Cairns. It notes surgeries transfers hospitalizations and family movements including Mrs Mahony Mr Bass and Mrs Wellmord among others with references to grandchildren and military hospital care.
A garbled telegram exchange between Mr Riordan and Mr Gatland outlines copper supply concerns and government consideration of mining in the field. The messages hint at producer difficulties and calls for decisive action to stabilize future production.
Cloncurry soldier Duncan Robertson recalls wartime torture in German prison camps after being captured in April 1941. He describes 80 percent food shortfalls, solitary confinement up to 30 days, forced labor, and constant abuse. Robertson eventually escaped at armistice, crossing the Alps into Switzerland with help from villagers and a West Australian campaigned unit.
Joseph Cummins appeared at the Court of Petty Sessions at Cloncurry charged with grievous assault on William De Inge. Senior Sergeant Wallace prosecuted. Constable Berry gave arrest evidence. Defendant remanded for eight days. bail set at 120 and bond at 226.
The Women's Auxiliary announces funds and goods collected during the week. They report donations including clothing and festive items for children and adults from the Arline display. The note urges readers to secure Christmas cards and support for the season.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Duncanta, Petes of War, Thy and Switzerland with vague place names and dates, no clear event, person, or organization to identify a specific news item or outcome for a concise card.
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