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Newspaper

Longreach Leader

Location

Longreach, Queensland, Australia

Date

Aug 13, 1954

Page

20

Extra Midlander Service Not Practical

The Longreach Chamber of Commerce reported to the Minister for Transport that a proposed extra railway motor service between Rockhampton and Longreach and between Winton and Longreach was not practicable. The minister noted insufficient capacity and lack of a rail motor, plus safety concerns at Eagle Street crossing. The chamber also discussed clinic sister accommodation, fodder conservation, and thanks for hospitality to a Redex driver.

Longreach Chamber of Commerce Wis Bu Practicne Tranapart Ca Audlander Rockhamy Hy~gested Winton Bee Alah Eagle Street Clarke Notson Longreach Stonehenge C. and Craziers’ Association West Bankstown Chamber of Redex Ron Dawson Dalding Brisbane Soula

End of the Season Football Funds and Plans

The treasurer reported a general account credit of £349 9s 3d with injuries and welfare payments totaling £817 1s 10d. Abert was appointed team manager for the visit. A referees panel will depend on availability to stage the End of the Season performance on August 25. The season’s closing meeting and draw were postponed with a league meeting planned for Tuesday to resolve final season matters. Mr. Salinders presided. apologies from Byrne and Adams were noted.

Abert Wean Td Te Billte Seahea G. Salinders Messia Hi. Davia W. Browne 5. Acton M. Alien

Chamber Moves to Expand Active Membership and City Upkeep

Joe Cooper urged the chamber to grow in strength and activity while pushing the council to remove sheep yards as the town expands. The group also backs housing for married policemen and seeks railway truck placement reforms with the railroad department to avoid costs.

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