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Newspaper
Longreach Leader
Location
Longreach, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1952
Page
18
A long slate of races lists entries, odds, and results across tracks in Sydney Melbourne and surrounding circuits. Notable contenders include Tesoro Mia winner of a five furlong dash and a slate of novelties featuring Yorkminster Prince and Archie's Gift among several others across six and seven furlong sprints and longer classics.
Two Towns Wille detectives investigate a fire that destroyed a Hughenden block in Brodie Street injuring no one. About 40 workers lost jobs. volunteer crews fought the blaze for two hours. Temporary lodging opened as homes burned and damage could exceed £100000. Police see no suspicious circumstances.
Pupils at Longreach State School enjoyed a lavish break-up feast organized by head teacher Mr. H. Braggs and the Welfare Committee. Teachers received gifts, awards were given to athletes, and Miss Nash was farewelled as she leaves the school. Also, over 200 children from St. Joseph's Convent and Our Lady's College attended an on-Thursday convent function with a musical program.
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