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Newspaper

Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

Apr 26, 1939

Page

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Anzac Day Parade Sets Record in Queensland

BISBANE marked the 24th Anzac Day with a record parade of 4406 Diggers from across Queensland, more than last year, plus 2245 militia behind them. Five hundred Women’s National Emergency League members appeared, Cameron Highlanders wore kilts, and crowds surpassed 1,000 along the main streets. Dawn and church services drew thousands, with the nation uniting in silence at night. Across capitals, over 50,000 Diggers marched.

Bisbane Queensland Caloundra Cowan Cowan National Emergency League Cameron Highlanders Commonwealth

Crowds Attend Ane Square Ceremony and Vets Memorial

A large crowd gathered in Ane Square for a veterans’ event marking the community’s Remembrance Day. Attendees heard speeches, saw flags raised, and joined in a blessing at the cemetery as veterans, families, and local organizations honored service members.

Four thousand veterans march in city Armistice tribute

A massive procession of fourteen hundred veterans and families fills Roma Street and City Mall in a War Memorial Day display. Marchers, led by General Sir Winnesuesuow and local officials, recall past campaigns and honor the fallen. Crowds watch as a lone elderly woman, wearing a medal, leads a segment praising resilience and memory. The event concludes with a ceremonial march past, rifle salutes, and the town’s clock striking half past two.

Roma Street Moore Winnesuesuow Cameron

Veterans Remain Silent Through Memory of War Struggle

The piece recalls veterans who can no longer march though crowds cheer. It notes emblems, banners, and memories of battles near Houna Street and the Hesipen area, with references to Australian Diggers and Solomon integration. A sense of solemn endurance and loss runs through the memory of those who served.

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Fragmented OCR yields scattered wartime imagery and names

The readable fragments depict a World War II era scene with soldiers in khaki gear marching, mentions of women emergency squads, and scattered names such as Rivet and Motus. The passage mixes garbled phrases about units, battles, and characters, creating a fragmented snapshot of a military context.

Lia Brown Uals Woem Fine Climax Tow Viterine Warne

Ministry's Full Speed Ahead Faith in Coalition Rise

Canberra reports a Liberal Labor split and confidence from Menzies and Mc pressed ministers that senior figures will guide a new cabinet. The piece notes plans for a Premiers Conference, potential shifts in leadership, and expectations for a stable government with the Country Party under Kameran leadership.

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German consulate under siege in Sydney riot

A mob gathered in Sydney threatening to assault the German Consulate unless the Consul-General removed a swastika flag from a window. Police blocked access as tempers flared, with fires started and alarm bells raised. the protest grew tense as crowds clashed with authorities and supporters.

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Auto Club Change Wins Big in Queensland Ballot

Requisitionist candidates for the Royal Automobile Club of Queensland secured all ten council seats by large margins, granting a 10 to 6 majority and a casting vote. The report lists multiple officer roles and names as part of the election results, with continued coverage noted.

Royal Automobile Club of Queensland

Buries Himself in Music and Abroad Focus

The article notes Mell has spent a long season abroad and, after returning in September, prepared to continue his busy schedule. He immersed himself in music to cope and stayed focused on the international stage, balancing work with performance commitments.

Ying Hiyang Aatralia

Britain to warn Germany though ambassador in Berlin

London reports speculating that Sir Nevile Henderson will carry a direct message to Hitler and Ribbentrop, urging Britain to press on with city defense while Germany appears to shift toward aggression. The Times notes possible signaling ahead of Reichstag speech and hints at a broader British diplomatic stance amid rising tension.

London Chamberlain House of Commons Nevile Henderson Berlin Herr Pee Reichstag Wally Trlegraph Nevelle Henderson Heertsom Ribbentrow Germany Bethat Bern Nevile Pier Pness Lisa Asi Antbaasa Cenierton Bain Hitler Andre Potiats Herr Mitler

Court Prepares For Visit To America

Court plans a royal visit to America with preparations underway for Princess Wittig Hele and the Queen. Reports detail a Windsor palace countdown to May 6 and a Charlton escort plan as the royal party readies attire and servants for a Canadian tour.

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