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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 27, 1939
Page
2
notices warn that any person cutting fences driving stock or leaving rates open at the Homestead Holding without authority will be prosecuted. The notice cites Barton and emphasizes legal action for trespass and damage.
A detailed parliamentary report by Mr Payne on wool, prices, freight, and industry finances is discussed. The text notes proposed lower greasy wool carriage rates, improved marketable yield, and better support for drought-impacted growers. It signals public meetings and coordinated plans with Clonenegy Shire Council to forward Wool industry concerns to the Government.
The Cloncurry Water Authority invites tenders for the construction work at the power station. Read the advertisement or inquire from Shire Clerk O Callaghan for further particulars.
A competition is announced to interest participants in Mrs M Hensley’s despair socks with entries by EL and Sean Drie. A committee of judges will be appointed and interested parties should contact Mrs M Hensley for details and further particulars.
A Tuesday event at BabeL Tronfield's Hotel was to raise funds for the Convent Fund with cards and dancing and prizes for attendees. Supper and admission were noted but the Richmond location caused postponement and revised arrangements.
Postponed racing event in Cloncurry now set for Sunday November 11. Committee secretary A. Macdonald announces venue change and invites bids for verandah construction at the Engineer George House site and a concrete tank at Bower Stone. Plans available at Convey offices during office hours.
A Northern contingent arrives by train to Brisbane bringing volunteers from Calms and 2s hain. They are met by hundreds at No 3 platform amid a welcoming crowd and martial tunes. The scene echoes wartime spirit with bands and speeches as volunteers, including from the Batavia River Gold field, prepare for their Great Adventure.
A charitable hotel party at Trenfield's Central Hotel to aid convent funds with cards and dancing, advertised for Tuesday October 1st with supper and admission two pence. Also notices a good home needed for a pie fox terrier, described as a watchful dog, owner living in the district, apply at this office.
The report notes a September meeting discussing routes and timings for Empire Airways and Qantas. It mentions distant distances, passenger figures, and a shift in departures from Glomeuris and eastbound origins. Regular travelers respond positively to the adjusted schedule.
Cloncurry Shire Council invites tenders for a verandah addition to the existing building at the Cloncurry Power House. Plans may be viewed at the Council Office during office hours. Tenders must be received by Monday 20 November 1939. Lowest tender or any tender may be accepted. M. O'Callaghan, Shire Clerk.
A revised notice from Ginney Braser Optometrist and Speetacle Makers lists a Brisbane address 240 Queen Street and Margaret Street. It notes consultation in Olonbury Leichhardt Hotel from 0 am to 4 50 pm Monday 30th October and Tuesday 3st October with eye examinations. Advance appointments may be made by writing to the Optical House of Ghee Sankey Fraser.
Cloncurry Shire Council invites tenders for the construction of concrete settling tanks for the Power Ration Plan. Specifications may be viewed at the Council Office Cloncurry. Tenders must be received by 10 am Monday, 20 November 199. Chief Clerk M. OCallaghan notes that late bids will not be accepted.
Local agents Gulf Engineering and Motor Company arrange supply of electrolux units and spares for summer use. Reports note a recent accident and a public disturbance at Cantemd Station as crowds gathered, recalling wartime tensions.
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