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Julia Creek Electrifies as Town Turns on Modern Power
Julia Creek celebrated the largest town gathering as the Hon. J Riordan switched on electric lights. The scheme, backed by the State Electricity Commission and Government subsidy, provides power to 60 homes, street lighting, and a civic life boost with a fireworks display and dance.
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Julia Creek
Tore
Eckford
McKinlayshire
F. A. Hickman
Dr. Hickman
J. Riordan
Gotry Wernmen
State Electricity Commission
McKinlay Shire Council
Electricity Commission
Riordan
Electrical Trades Union
Federated Engine Drivers’ Association
Treasury
Housing Commission
Oples
Queensland
State Electricity Commission of Queensland
Julia Creek Igi Ag
H. Clacher
Guee Id
Ast
Clacher
Electricity Undertaking
J. P. Ahern
McKinlay
Frank Quinn
Messrs
Neil Smith
A. E. Cook
B. Dowdell
J Creevey
E. C
Eric Anthon
Neil
Snashall Anthon and Sons Ltd
Ray Svennson
Mawdsley
Supfa Eee Cereae
Electric Authority