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Newspaper

Longreach Leader

Location

Longreach, Queensland, Australia

Date

Apr 24, 1952

Page

9

An Old Digger Reflects on Anzac Day

An wartime voice recalls the Gallipoli landing and the Anzac spirit. He honors infantry, artillery, and light horse cohorts, notes the sacrifices of veterans, and urges keeping their memories alive for future generations.

West Kimberley fleeces shown by Quanbun Downs shepherd

R J Rose of Quanbun Downs West Kimberley sent three average fleeces from his station to the P and A Society show for display. He said only a few sheep have been shorn this year in a very dry season, and he did not wish to enter competitively but wanted feedback on the wool grown on spinifex country. The rams at Quanbun Downs have long been sourced from Collins and Sons of South Australia. He did not want the wool returned and suggested the Society could sell it for its benefit.

R. J. Rose Quanbun Downs West Kimberley P. and A. Society Rose Collins and Sons South Australia

Cattle Committee Pushes Strychnine Supply for Fox Control

At the Graziers Conference the Cattle Committee urged the Coordinating Board to expedite strychnine to councils for fox pest control. Mr. Brebner claimed supplies were unlimited and councils should receive quantities. A. Jaburra highlighted fox damage and the need for ongoing access to strychnine.

Graziers

Blackall Easter Tennis Champs Draws Record Noms

Blackall Tennis Club ran its Easter championships with 132 nominations for 331 sets across three days. No final for Hugh Moffat and Rivington Shields. mixed doubles incomplete with finals planned later. Results include H Warren over P Adams 6 3 6 4 and other age group and doubles outcomes.

Blackall Tennis Club Hugh Moffat Rivington Shields Pe Om E. Stewart

Obituary William George Lane Passes Away

The death occurred of science in 15th April. Mr. Lane was years of age and is survived by a nd four daughters Mesdames England and Rev. Inted at the graveside.

William George Lane Science Mr. Lanse Mesdames England Rev. Inted

Generan to Be Held in Seven Way Meeting

Generan plans a seven way gathering to discuss compliance with all requirements. Key participants include officials from the involved agencies and industry representatives. The meeting aims to resolve outstanding issues and finalize a coordinated approach.

Auction Notices for Farm Buildings and Equipment

Buildings for removal include wool room 71 by 31 feet gal or roof, store 57 by 36 feet, machinery shed 54 by 31 feet, blacksmiths shop 40 by 15 feet. Also listed are quantity old machinery windmills tools prints and more. Light refreshments available. Apply to Queensland Primary Producers Co op Assn Ltd Longreach or Brisbane branches Auctioneers in conjunction.

Queensland National Pastoral Co. Ltd Brisbane Queensland Primary Producers' Co-op, Assn. Ltd Longreach Messrs. Morehesds Limited G.I Queensland Primary Producers’ Co-op. Assn. Ltd

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