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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 07, 1933
Page
3
A chaotic telegraphic report describes widespread flood disruption across central regions, extensive property damage, and a tremor that unsettled residents. It mentions strain on public services and responses in districts including Clermont and surrounding areas, with schooling impacted in Los Angeles.
The report notes a close finish with the HMO team holding a narrow lead over Epsom and Meteop. Regal Son secured a welcome victory as top horses pressed strong, while most winners were described as sturdy and well-conditioned.
Queensland budget figures reveal a deficit near £4.75 million with no new taxes and automatic salary rises restored after three years. Premier announces budget readings, with a railway subsidy noted and local authorities urged to cooperate on a bond issue of £9,300.00 from the Loan Council.
The air race begins October 20, 4904, at Melbourne with no restrictions on machine type or power. Starts at verbal aerodromes in England and ends at Flemington racecourse. First prize for the speed race is £10,000 and £2,000 for the handicap.
The heavyweight boxer Stribling was critically injured when struck by a car while riding a motorcycle. He suffered a left foot amputation and fractures, with further injuries reported. he died this morning from the injuries in a tragic accident.
An earthquake struck Los Angeles causing two deaths and several injuries. Reports say tremors damaged buildings and disrupted travel as residents sought safety. Emergency crews responded. authorities urge caution and monitor aftershocks.
Bitter clashes between army officers and soldiers erupt in the National Hotel Havana. Police estimate about 100 killed and 200 wounded in the barricaded hotel, with officers finally surrendering after refusing to obey government orders. Civilians and troops clash after the surrender, and chaos follows the fighting.
Government approves selection plan after deep country survey. Area ranges from 100 to 10000 acres with varied lot sizes. Minister notes federal authority over pastoral towns and related Yards of Hawillion via Teovhdhies in the Viteheteion.
The annual report shows Bullware's profit for the year at £57,654 with a £26,738 deficit last year, and notes £1,428,687 in interest on capital. The Government plans a new block in Ang ie Square costing £1,000,000 to house the railway aloft, with £60,000 allocated for current finances as foundations start this day.
Widespread assault by a large horde of bandits overwhelmed Chinese police at Poitaho near Shanghai. Foreigners and locals awoke to find the resort in bandit hands, with a proclamation claiming civilian lives safe while urging departures to safety as recapture efforts unfold.
During the Eight Hour Bay procession Friday morning about 150 men tried to force entry into the provers salon. Two constables were assaulted as blows were exchanged. Police charged the crowd, driving them off after a brief struggle. Several officers sustained minor injuries. One man was detained and charged.
District aid spanning about 75 000 acres faced erosion threats as Reverend T Webb a Methodist missionary from Millazinnil declined invitation by the Church Missionary Society to lead a Peace expedition to Valedon Bay. Officials warned the plan could fail or turn tragic. In Vienna a gunman shot Chancellor Dollfuss in Parliament. the assailant remains unidentified.
Canberra reports Mr Lyons announced nearly £7,500,000 in tax relief. Land tax drops to 0 percent. company income tax and personal income tax cut. property income tax reduced. entertainment tax abolished. Pensions raised, dependants aided, and defence spending boosted with new ships and aircraft plans.
Fragmentary report notes trainers disqualified in Brisbane on Friday with unclear names and paried details.
Yesterday WU. T. C. disqualified for 42 months Sotway owner trainer Markey jockey and horse Sweet Bint after Tig Foree ran in the Welter Handicap at Ascot on Thursday. Trainer L. Hay jockey TL Spencer and fore Night Piper penalized after the Park Handicap at Albion on Wednesday. Since August Spencer has ridden 2f winners.
In Sydney the Murray River at Redcliffe witnessed a quadruple tragedy when a boat overturned. Fisherman A Upton aged 50, Mrs Ruth Telford 56, and her two grandchildren Jack Telford aged 2 and a three year old girl were thrown into the water. Jock Edwards in another boat attempted a rescue but could not save the women and children.
Fragmentary notices report a Golden Casket draw with multiple winners including Miss Stapleton and a Symnicate of Six in Maryborough, plus a London departure by Kingsford Smith aiming for Australia. Other items mention Brisbane and Liverpool figures and an Archbishopric succession after Archbishop Sharp.
At the London wool sale yesterday 5230 bales were offered including 2053 from Queensland. Competition remained modest with July closing rates, while greasy merinos from Queensland realized around 15 40 to 149 84 per bale and crossbreds showed price spreads from 40 to 10 per cent.
Fragmentary notes describe Mingsford Smith's flight and a journey to Baghdad by Tuesday. The text hints at a late-night purchase and a return plan but lacks clear details or dates beyond Friday reference.
A historical aviary event records a strange sequence as participants attempt a long flight. The system notes a score of 4425 tiles and a total distance of 8015 lis, with the principal aircraft or team failing to reach a target pigeon relay.
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