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Cloncurry Advocate

Location

Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia

Date

Sep 26, 1952

Page

3

Fish Canning Could Save Us a Million Pounds

Roughley, retiring for youi an Etate Superintendent of Puherfes in Silevon Australis argues fish canning could save over a million pounds yearly by developing local canning ground. He notes overfishing, lack of new grounds, and imports while Australians rely on overseas canned fish and outlines the focus on species like snapper, tuna, mackerel, and Australian salmon.

TC. Roughley Puherfes Silevon Australis Satay Mr. Roughley Australia

Gem hunter finds rare green star sapphire near Clermont

An American tourist, Mr W Dooling, bought a sapphire near Clermont and learned it is a rare green star gem. A Anakie cutter confirmed its rarity as part of the Willows Sapphire Meld discovery area north of Brisbane. Dooling sought a mining lease for 40 acres at Diamond Hill after the find.

W. Dooling Clermont Brisbane Anakie Harold Clifton-Parr Dooling The Willows

Firm sells its last horse haulage contract in Melbourne

Bellet Pv Ltd disposes of its horse cartage assets ending 250-year tradition. The firm hauled for Carlton and United Breweries and until recently ran a large stable. Manager AH Mearthur cites high running costs and drivers preferring horse teams for easier handling in Melbourne alleys and hotels.

Melbourne Bellet Pv. Ltd Carlton United Breweries Kellers AH. Mearthur Melourte

Powdered Milk Rail Delivery Sought for Cloncurry

Amid Western Queensland shortages of powdered milk, letters to MP J W McLean disclose efforts to ship supplies by rail from Brisbane. Correspondence from Dairy interests and local officials outlines urgent requests and government contact, with dates cited for planned shipments to Cloncurry and Charters Towers.

Queensland Manet Nesties Food Brisbane Ughenden Cloncurry Beale ACP

Embezzlement and Forgery Case Highlights Trust Risk

A crime study discusses the forger and embezzler trade focusing on counterfeit notes and forged cheques. It notes that those in trusted positions can misuse funds, and stresses the emotional toll of exposure on victims and offenders.

Poller Harley Bus ‘Ness Mbessiet Hla

Awake to Golden Opportunities for Salon Development

A fragmented advertorial urges businesses to advertise in a local newspaper to reach a large community. It touts market reach and the value of regular ads for salons and services, presenting wakeful call to capitalize on growth.

Hhewa

Flight row over passenger posture woes at northern airport

A traveler in the Northern Territory faced a boarding dispute when the pilot refused to allow her to board due to her posture. The tense incident saw bystanders and camp followers nearby as the situation escalated. After mediation, the passenger relented and the matter eased.

al Borroloola Territory Abe Jaber Hina

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