This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 15 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Longreach Leader
Location
Longreach, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 05, 1952
Page
1
A December 5, 1952 discussion outlines government plans to boost production, address cattle imports, and reconsider subsidies. It cites Australia’s economic and defense links with Britain, plus concerns over railway and port controls impacting output.
The council backs federal aid for Range Road and approves appointing a liaison for land matters. A new fire station site at Egerton and Anekis Streets is rejected, with the council reserving land for future use. Jericho’s clerk vacancy draws three candidates, with Mr. Wid Sullt-Wass Eyta named to start December 12 in Emerald.
A Queenslander leads the Victorian stud sale with the top bid, setting a record. The event features high demand for thoroughbred stock and skilled bidding, with notable prices reached for several lots amid strong buyer participation.
Scrambled OCR text describes adjourned points and receipts related to land and performance certificates. Mentions R L Jones and Brix may refer to parties or properties with adjourned proceedings awaiting secular section.
The article discusses land settlement policy, its legal obstacles, and the impact of climate and finances on developing agricultural areas. It notes that vague laws deter strong policy and private initiative, with concerns over small farm units and the need for capital for large scale development, water conservation, and settlement.
Braley Fielder a 21 year old stockman at Ambo Gustion Muttaburra was fined ten pounds plus court costs for possessing an unlicensed revolver and 100 rounds of ammunition. Police revealed he purchased the revolver and ammunition privately, selling some before officials uncovered the contraband.
Three children will take part in the annual scholarship examination in Longreach next Wednesday and Thursday. One contestant comes from the Convent and two from the State School. The test opens Wednesday morning with arithmetic on Thursday morning under the new syllabus introduced this year.
Adr George Devries will attend the Pivemen's Angular Gmoko tomorrow night, as reported by his secretary Dix D. Mareen. The minister for instruction and he were expected to discuss current affairs.
Financial notes show Auxilary Hands £293 to R.S. Sub Branch from Diggsre Ball proceeds and a credit balance of £ AN7/8/ at year end. Donations amount to £19 37/6. Membership up by 10 with 25 financial members. Outgoing executive re elected. officers include President Mrs D Pruser, Vice President M Reeduies, Treasurer Ke W Ken BG, and others.
The Longreach Ladies Bowling Club marked its fifth anniversary with a dinner and awards. Mrs. Millis cut the cake as members sang and praises were given to Ramage for guiding the club, with trophies won by Mrs. Bailey and others. A pearl ring was presented to Mrs Mollack for her year of work.
In Longreach an elderly report describes a two year old child named Chris Des geand who fell from a chair causing facial lacerations. Emergency medical services rendered first aid and advised admission to a hospital for further care.
The baker clerk Mr. R. Antarcla said one producer at the Power House started this week and another unit began noon Monday. Power supplies are kept by the active unit and an old producer now under repair. Both units expected in operation by mid next week ensuring ample gas for town, with State Electricity Commission to test and approve alterations in weeks ahead. The units were started a year ago with a soak of 13,000.
The United States remains the largest producer of virgin wool, with 63.19 percent share. World consumption for virgin wool rose in 1981 while 1982 shows recovery, with up to 3.230 million pounds in the year’s first half and demand in other fibers rising as substitutes pressure wool.
A misread quote from Otway Falkiner cites the Sheepbreeders Association urging action this week. The statement argues wool quality affects factory numbers and synthetic fibre demand.
A garbled 19th century style discourse outlines American demand backing Australian wool exports. It notes U S and European buyers influence on Merino prices and forward sales, with references to markets like Boston and Bradford and a plan to meet future demand.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.