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Newspaper
Longreach Leader
Location
Longreach, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 26, 1952
Page
20
Barcaldine and District announces Sunday services for September 28. Holy Communion at 7.00 a.m., Sunday School at 9.30 a.m., and 7.40 a.m. address by Rev. J. W. Bennett with T PETER’S cuunch details.
Barcaldine’s new reinforced concrete public hospital, designed by C. W. J. Fulion, Brisbane, uses modern functionalist design to fit Western Queensland conditions. The 350 foot main block includes a 100 foot high administrative section, dust‑protective verandahs, ventilated wards, staff facilities, and a dental clinic. Original £105,000 contract has risen to about £156,000. completion of outpatients and maternity wings is planned with new staff quarters and improved communications.
Nominations for the Barcaldine Central Racing Club meet on Saturday October 4 are light with only two horses not trained in Barcaldine. Weights are listed for five divisions and entrants include Digby Rumelis Lad and Ray's Choice. Intertown matches against Blackall and Longreach are planned for September 28 and October 11 with four and three rinks respectively. The Barcaldine green will close for dusting after the Longreach game on October 5, with painting and repairs planned. Night bowls have no start date yet but a progressive rinks competition and Annual Ball are planned by the entertainment committee.
The Barcaldine Society proposes show dates April 28 29 and 30 with a move to Brisbane event. At the annual meeting officers were elected including Roban Paterson president and H Lennon treasurer. Country vice presidents M I Nicholson R H Moyse A M Sutherland. town vice presidents D McQuaid R V Leyland J D Bennett.
The Barcaldine Shire Council praised J Lloyd Jones for his work and noted the high degree of success achieved. Paterson commented that these facts were not often recognized and extended congratulations for the civil pride shown.
The club singles championship featured tight early play as Bob Needham finally broke through Ma McGrath after 12 ends to win 31-16 over 26 ends. Jack Barkley beat Clem Wilson 24-19 after leading 5-0 and a late surge. Deneon Phipps edged Arnold Mead 32-25 after a 4-0 start.
A morning competition at the Federal Hotel range recorded top scores by E. Roser with six hits and I. G. Hales delivering a standout 48 on the 700 yards. Wind was strong and variable, affecting many shots. Next Sunday features a local range shoot, with a Club annual prize event planned for October 6 at the 300 yards pool shoot.
An ad claims Kruschen Salts will help readers stay fit by improving digestion and vitality. It highlights a simple daily regimen and urges trial for promised energy gains.
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