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Newspaper
Longreach Leader
Location
Longreach, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 10, 1952
Page
15
A long list of consignments and merchants appears, noting Brisbane market activity with prices and items across districts and establishments. The report highlights ongoing demand, stable pricing, and substantial catalog breadth from key firms such as DALGETY AND DO, LTD, AMERICAN and related entities, alongside regional sales figures.
A fragmented reminiscence piece recounts Corinda, J R Chisholm, J Talon, and various early settlers tied to planned colonies, railway stations, and local industries. It sketches authorities, investors, and rivals while noting uncertain memories, unfinished projects, and shifting fortunes in a historic regional context.
A fragmented market note describes yarding at Cannon Hill with prices for cattle and sheep. It lists livestock types, weights, and prime heavy cattle values, noting quality and compliance with yarding requirements as the sale proceeds and a cooperative is mentioned.
Police questioned a man named Coward after reports that a boy and his children stole shoes. The investigation touched on family ties and led to a court hearing where commissions and payments were discussed.
A 1912 era overview describes the Aswan Dam project and Nile Valley development. It notes international cooperation among Ethiopia Uganda Egypt Sudan Britain and others, with British consulting engineers guiding hydroelectric plans and industrial aid activities linked to the Nile’s water control.
A historical summary traces winners of the Diggers Plate Memorial Cup from early years to a recent meeting. It notes bands and performers such as Murphy’s Syearmete and Coleman with various ensembles, highlighting notable victors and changes in the cup’s lineage.
Speechless panic grips London as robbers break into a major museum and steal a royal artifact. Security flaws are blamed after multiple high profile breaks at the Tower and other sites, with authorities warning the jewels remain deeply vulnerable.
Showery conditions delayed play in the Monthly Medal at Longreach. LTreene led from a cart breakout by A Gates, with nine holes completed before weather halted the event. The Match Committee rescheduled the final medal for Sunday with players noting the incomplete 18 holes.
Country and Agents' cricket team to play Crapes on the court next Sunday will be selected. Crow lists G. A. Brissey W. Thurlow R. Jones R. Whig He Brag Ty Twidale AL Mtchon R. Puffer W Perrige A Wii wan J Putsford Brom G Many pliger.
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