Independent candidates in Maranoa spark 1941 Canberra debate
In 1941 Canberra two Independents showed independence amid party lines. C W Russell, lone member of 17 from his party, argued for policies cutting 25 cent exchange to add value to the pound. By 1951 he rejoined the Country Party, leaving others aligned or opposed. The piece cites ongoing Independent ambitions in Maranoa and the risk of independents shaping future parliaments.
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Canberra
Maranoa
C. W. Russell
Russell
Country Party
Messrs
Hunter
Intie Senate
Labour
Liberal- Country Party
Wilson Rand
Longreach Gun Club Plans Western District Carnival Shoot
Longreach Gun Club aims for one of Western Queensland’s best shoots with clubs from Darr River Kellys Creek and Bangall joining. The event features a 8 30 start, a Browning over under prize, and the Central Western Queensland Double Barrel Championship with a 16 yard target, all to attract regional shooters.
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Jedith R. Beilard
Queensland
Darr River
Kelly's Creek
Bangall
Longreach
W. H. N. Walsh
Queensland Tests New Tyre Highest Mileage Ever Recorded
Dunlop Rubber Australia develops a heat resistant tyre for Queensland use. A outer sidewall Extraflex compound prevents cracking, enables long running on bad roads, and reduces heat buildup to curb casing deterioration.
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Queensland
Dunlop Rubber Australia Limited
Dunlop
Dunlop Tyre Sets 20 of 27 Placings in Redex Trial
A new Dunlop tyre tested in last year’s Redex Trial impressed drivers and observers by winning outright and taking 20 of 27 placings. The success broke the Townsville to Mount Isa record during the event. Dunlop announces availability in popular sizes at garages and tyre dealers across Queensland.
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Dunlop
Townsville
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St. Many
Longreach Gun Club
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Aramac
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