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Newspaper
Cloncurry Advocate
Location
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 17, 1932
Page
3
Telegraphic notice from Brisbane reports the Associated Steamship Owners Committee agreed to adjust handling charges on wool shipped from Townsville and Rockhampton to Brisbane. Fees drop from 6d per bale to 4d per bale starting September 7.
The Queensland Dann Growers Council on Saturday urged the Premier to convene a conference of all sugar interests in Queensland to allocate the one million loss from the price reduction. Growers oppose the current fixed price allocation and seek a larger share. The Premier said cabinet would consider the matter on Monday.
Brisbane reports Bila makes first appearance with the Queensland Cricket Association. He faced Toam Bul, Wilson bowled him after 8 runs, dismissed by Archie Jackson in a Saturday match.
London dispatch reports that Duleep Singhji will not accompany the English team to Australia. After a tense wait, his condition improves and he moves toward Switzerland once he regains strength. The nephew Ranjitihji remains scheduled for travel adjustments amid ongoing preparations.
The Observation ferry carrying about 150 workers from Brons to New Pikers Island Penitentiary exploded in the East River Friday morning. Thirty seven bodies were recovered with fifty missing and many injured. Alexander Forsythe, captain and owner, died of his injuries in hospital.
Monday reports refer to the Australian Coal Miners Federation Council urging a general strike across Australia. Prominent Queensland officials warn of possible guerrilla-style disruption to the mining industry, with potential impact on New South Wales. Ipswich miners doubt Queensland strikes will occur. In Brisbane wool auctions, first series closed with strong demand from French, Japanese, and German buyers. Prices firm, Greany sold to 464d. tb. for 24d. about 52,000 bales offered, with most receipts portended trading between the traders.
Sydney reports show miners on Southern fields largely oppose strike with few in Helenahire supporting and Mire rer tally against. Western fields show no strong majority for strike while dismissals of 1000 employers mark initial step in Lithgow State council plan. Open market tenders expected as private pits lose advantage. education attendance rules noted. Buffalo fly inspections in North Queensland aim for better control and gulf developments to be studied by J Ohman and veterinary officials.
In Sydney at Handwick Race Course the rainfall yesterday drenched the track, flooding the grounds and turning the event into a desolate sight. JIm Hackett and Aleg Williams faced disruption as the course stood under water and prospects for the favored horse with a polyoned leg, inflation, and a possible race were bleak.
Reported horse racing notes across Brisbane and Canberra include Cylinder recovering from a bruised leg and list of Derby and Epsom contenders such as Gaine Carringloo Kitvara Roach Oro Peter Pan Regal Son Chatham Hagills Johonie Jason Jacko Sir Duniaud and many others. Weather updates note 20 percent of stay rainfall in the last 48 hours aiding agricultural relief across the border region near Cunnamulla with expectations of saving primary products valued at about 44 million. Federal measures in Canberra outline pension cuts under the Financial Emergency Bill affecting Old Age and Invalid Pensioners and inmate allowances while reducing ministerial salaries and suspending the gold bounty until gold price conditions change.
Thousands gathered at Hirenlar Quay yesterday as the Olympic team arrived by the Mari-Dust. Charlton claimed it was common knowledge the Japanese swimmers used oxygen to gain courage and Pailuranes.
Brisbane agent A Jones reports a message from C Chapman from the Ganites about forty miles southeast of Tanami stating the expedition has struck exceptionally rich gold. Chapman says he is en route to Alice Springs and then Melbourne, where he plans to float a company to develop the find.
In Victoria no moves toward a general strike are seen amid Sydney union discussions. At the Australian Trades Union Congress opening in Melbourne on Tuesday union members will voice views likely to show strong opposition to a general strike. A slow strike affects meat exports with slaughterers reducing output from 100 to 80 lambs daily, prompting exporters to act to safeguard the season.
First prize goes to F. Kearns of Nam bour number 65 688 with second to J. Gunther of Mitchell 46 683 and third to W. Johnson of Brisbane 76 268. Train wreck in Oran Algeria kills 220 and injures 156 after 84 coaches plunge 270 feet. rescue efforts hampered by wreckage and chaos as survivors are pulled from debris.
Extensive approval was given yesterday to reforms in Alig scholarship. The new rules grant a two year currency from January for any candidate who scores at least fifty percent in the aggregate and the same in English and Arithmetic in the December exams.
Severe earthquakes hit the eastern North Island from Hawkes Bay to Bay of Plenty in New Zealand. No deaths reported but three people injured. A bridge over the Walroa River, previously damaged in February 1934, was completely destroyed. Ground heaving and roaring seas noted at Whakstany and Opiein in the Bay of Plenty.
Classified item lists thirteen thousand nine parts for Cary trucks and second-hand components. Includes a broad range of vehicle parts and accessories offered for immediate sale to buyers seeking used automotive items.
The court found the defendant company acted as agent for the owner of the sheep, Louisa Murray estate, and on a motion by Mr Entriken entered judgment for the defendant company. The jury had answered questions on the exhibit agreements and offers, with damages listed at £196 17s 6d before judgment.
After hearing evidence His Honor reserved a decision to be given of Townsville. The sittings of the court including criminal and civil cases concluded and the court adjourned sine die.
Wil lam Emmet Moody on remand faced a charge of breaking and entering the dwelling of Blanche Sadd a Dobbyn and stealing a gold water bottle of Schnagos and a bottle of fet. After evidence, the accused pleaded guilty and was sentenced to two months in Stewarts Creek gaol.
Over one million Australians use this cough and cold remedy made from Heenzo mixed into water. Obtain a two-ounce bottle from a chemist and combine with sweetened water to create a large supply rivaling costly commercial preparations. It soothes sore throats and banishes coughs and colds rapidly.
Auctioneer J Wording will sell on Saturday September 24 at 3 p.m. on premises in Uhr Street the household furniture and effects of Miss Eileen Mer. The Land Court Judge Mr Shaw is in Cloncurry attending Land Court duties. At Vue Shipp Hall Friday night September 20 the event features a polished oak piece and proceeds for Ambulance funds. Further particulars next week.
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