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Cloncurry Advocate

Location

Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia

Date

Oct 24, 1952

Page

2

Flynn of the Inland spirit marching in Australia mission

Rev Fred McKay successor to Flynn of the Inland arrived in Cloncurry by truck from Birdsville to survey the Australian Inland Mission. The AI M plans a hospital at the uranium field in South Australia with two Queensland nurses and transport by a five ton Mines Department truck.

Fred McKay Flynn Inland Cloncurry Birdsville Australian Inland Mission A.I.M Uranium South Australia McKay AL Radium Hill Queensland I, Ryan J. Todd Clermont District Hospital Mines Department of Rev. McKay Padre Les McKay Kimberleys Western Australia A.M Hall's Creek Flynn of Mr. McKay

Scout and Cub Movement in Cloncurry

Twenty boys aged 6 to 11 attended Cloncurry’s first Cubs meeting at Shire Hall learning the Cub Law The Cub gives in to the old wolf the cub does not give into himself Three packs Grey White and Brown formed with a plan to form four at October 28 The Cub Mistress is Miss Pam Robertson administrator is Mr Eric Patterson The first Scouts meeting is planned for Saturday afternoon under Scout Master Lex Ellwood

Cloncurry Shire Hall Pam. Robertson Eric Patterson Lex Ellwood

Social notes from Townsville and Cloncurry visits

Social column recounts holiday trips and returns for Mrs. Fred and family, Rev. R W Morton, Mr. J Bulley, Mr. A Clendinning and Sheila, plus clergy wife Mrs. P W Pearson visiting Cloncurry with hospital stays noted. Also mentions ambulance benefit, medical travel, and visits by Mrs. Jackson and others across Townsville, Rockhampton, Mount Isa, and Mornington Island.

P. W. Pearson Ann Street Presbyterian Church Brisbane Cloncurry H. W. Levenden

One Mile Bridge Car Crash Injures Two

At 3 o clock on Monday afternoon a utility truck crashed into a post at the southern end of the One Mile Bridge. The driver Mr Jack Rae and Mrs D Connelly suffered severe cuts and bruises, Rae receiving a forehead wound and a leg laceration requiring twenty five stitches, while Mrs Connelly had a severe chin cut and facial wounds. Both were able to return home after receipt of medical attention.

One Mile Bridge Jack Rae D. Connelly Rae

Fell While Asleep at Abbey of the Blue Bird Cafe

An accident early Wednesday left Abbey, a resident known as Abbey of the Blue Bird Cafe, with a broken jaw and right wrist after falling from a distance at the ice room used as his bedroom. He slept through the fall and later notified his wife. Dr. Harvey Sutton treated his fractures and abrasions.

Blue Bird Cafe Abbey Harvey Sutton

Jockey Thrown From Horse At Racecourse Injury Update

Jockey James Milton suffered internal injuries after being thrown from a horse during a race at the course. He received prompt medical attention following the mishap and remained under observation this afternoon.

James Milton Se

Engagement Notice for Cairns Couple

An engagement notice announces the betrothal of the Cairns couple in Cairns. The groom is the son of Mrs N Hoelscher of Eedron and the bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs of the road.

Engagagement Cairns N. Hoelscher

Birth Christensen Frederick Alec at Clonen Base Hospital

To Mr and Mrs Roy Christensen a son Frederick Alec born at Clonen Base Hospital on October 1 1952 United States military base context noted in local notices Warner family records show joyous addition to Christensen household

Christensen Roy Christensen Clonen Base Hospital Frederick Alec

Mt Isa Races Attendance Hinted Amid Local Notices

Fragmented notes show Cyril Pa Cloncurryites planning to attend the Mt Isa races this weekend. Names Bakhash Greenwood O’Dwyer Murphy Paine Bolleau appear in scattered mentions. Plane travel and TAA flights are noted for Townsville and Julia.

Cloncurryites Mt. Isa Stoca Aiasers E Trenfield H. # Bakhash Bakhase Blackshaw E. Greenwood A.N.A Ted O'Dwyer Townsville B. J. Murphy Malbon Susbane Wees L. Paine Julia T.A.A Cloncurry Iare

Mr George Dankes Thanks Friends After Fire Loss

Mr George thanks friends who assisted him after a fire destroyed all his personal belongings, expressing gratitude for their support and kindness during his misfortune.

George

Government Sale by Public Auction at Cloncurry

Public auction sale to offer a Special Lease of portion 44 Reserve for Police Paddock R parish of Cloncurry on the Cloncurry Sedan Dip Main Road about 2 miles north of Cloncurry Station. Area about 879 acres term 10 years annual rent £8. Contact Land Agent Cloncurry for details.

Landee Cloncurry Parish of Sedan Dip

Printing services promoted by Advocate in the West

An advocate advertises affordable printing services with emphasis on quick turnaround and local availability. The notice highlights printing for small businesses, individuals, and organizations with contact details and location implied in the promotion.

The Cloncurry Advocate Awakens to New Service

Awake to the possibilities this splendid service offers. The Cloncurry Advocate presents broader access and fresh opportunities for readers and the community through enhanced coverage and timely updates.

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