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Newspaper
Longreach Leader
Location
Longreach, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 24, 1952
Page
1
The Longreach Leader reports on events and notices from December 24, 1952 detailing local affairs, community updates, and public notices relevant to residents. A snapshot of postwar civic life in Longreach with brief items and notices.
In New York Prime Minister discusses the Pacific security pact with President-elect Eisenhower. The Anzus plan, drawing Australia and New Zealand into a U.S.-led framework, faces questions over its regional scope and potential reassignment of ties from Britain to the United States.
The Department of Health and Home Affairs approves a new Muttaburra hospital costing £25,000. The plan adds twelve beds eight public four private, retains maternity and theatre spaces, and uses a former ward for nurses quarters. Budget details show three hospital allocations and anticipated government contributions.
The report lists wool sale dates for the 1952-53 season with February through June sales. Brisbane wool brokers reported 22 500 bales by December 11 and the site awards run March 6 to 12, 1963. Several firms are named for February 6 to 12 listings, including Australian Estates Go Ltd New Zealand and M A Co Lad Golsbrough Mort and Co Ted Penwick and Co Ltd QP PCA Ltd Winehoomba Carson Ltd A M L and PCs Ltd Muctagens P.P.C.A. Ltd Dalgety and Co Ltd Moreheadn Ltd.
A five year old boy from Woompoa Street died after a gastro enteritis attack spread by flies. The shire clerk and health officials urged fly prevention measures including proper garbage disposal, fly-proof yards, clean fowl and goat pens, covered manure, and regular spraying with DDT.
A festive greeting extends goodwill for Christmas and a prosperous New Year aimed at lasting global peace and happiness for all people. The message emphasizes hope, unity, and shared peace across nations.
An Anzac Day observance faces pressure over conduct and ceremonial practice. Community leaders and residents discuss whether to maintain or alter traditional events, with legal and cultural sentiments voiced by local figures at the Lanereach Seb-Resneh meeting.
At last Sunday's shoot the Chats welcomed members from the newly formed Low Feach Gun Club. Bo Kavanagh of Kelly's Creek won the bird trophy. Dr K Banks and Le Walker shared top scores in the 6/7 shoot, with shoot offs noting Banks and Martinosh. Other notable results included Wine, Dunn, Woolford, Hetherington, and Kavanagh in various divisions.
A local notice states memorial funds will stay in trust. The wording suggests ongoing stewardship and no immediate dissolution. No further details are provided in the readable fragment.
A health department ruling stands after a recommendation to allow protest related attendance. The Department of Health advised the matter be referred to the Directors General of Health and Medical Devices, who supported keeping the original rule. The doctor is required to attend only under specific circumstances.
Tow Keen a fencer aged 26 suffered burns to the right foot after stepping on hot metal and was treated by an ambulance crew then taken to hospital. Ken Williams a driver aged 20 sustained a punctured wound to the left foot from stepping on a wall and received first aid before hospital transfer. Marenrel McGrath a resident of Wrentreet aged 1 was treated for a laceration to the index finger on the right hand after cutting herself with a knife and was transported to hospital.
A program offers overseas and Australian study grants for graduates in physical and science fields. Scholarships cover up to nine overseas travels and fifteen Australian study trips. Each award lasts six to eight years for training terms in the United Kingdom and includes annual stipends of £880 or £650 with home or married allowances. Travel fares and fees are paid.
Mr Op Wu Waagen succeeds Mr Loch as manager of Goldsbrough Mor and Co Ltd. Loneveseh arrived in Cobgreach on Sunday and began duties on Monday. Prior to appointment Mr Waddell was manager at the Northampton tug. Mr Loch left to join the Valuer General's Department.
At a Longreach Sub-Branch meeting the R.S.L. pledged strong support for Back To Longreach Week. The group promised help for the movement and freer nominations for the Shire Council following the new Chamber of Commerce actions.
A jumble of excerpts reports letters describing public sentiment and wartime conditions, with brief allusions to weather, transportation, and civic concerns. The text references discussions of travel, railway plans, and community needs amid harsh conditions and extended conflict.
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