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Newspaper

Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

Aug 01, 1939

Page

12

Conspiracy Charge Against Skating Rink Manager

Sydney reports the arrest of Lee Charles Hendredt, managing director of Prince's Restaurant in Martin Place, on conspiracy to defraud Ice Skating Palats Ltd. He allegedly conspired with a partner to obtain money through false pretenses, with court dates noted between April and July. The case involves multiple locations and alleged fraudulent activities tied to the skating rink operation.

Sydney Lee Charles Hendredt Prince's Martin Plane Ice Skating Palats, Ltd Ial al Sydney Rats Clarke Hinge Defraud Tee SkaUg Pam Mamiuy Monee Tinsalr Palile Bern VTI Dk CaQien Arnaig Paranikis Pokieriaen Musi Korte Poe Duncan Twieturing Minster TCE Acenee Canberra Zeulaya Riols Ube lPuironir Dota Kerrjeemior Hyginapeoe

Dislocation If Loan Works Were Delayed In Ty Borough

Local council debates delaying loan works to meet cash needs and avert town works disruption. Lord Mayor and Aldermen argue over funding gaps and the risk of a debt overhang while seeking a temporary overdraft and special fund to sustain operations.

Tait Tve Bouin Ted Exettar Tren Hanna Courier-Mati Tact Joan Activitier Perma’ Witwcks Tive Feet Mayer Genayel Eevestiee Phu Eallwade Souyell

Cannon Hill Girl Missing Inquiries Open

Kathie OBrien, 39 tall with dark hair and brown eyes, from Grenade Street Cannon Hill, was last seen July 18 after visiting Brisbane General Hospital with her father Matthew O’Brien. She wore a navy felt coat, skirt, black hat and shoes. she had been employed at Nudgee College and was expected home July 16 but did not appear as inquiries continue.

Cannon Hill Kathie Vee Obrien Ingie Nudgee College Matthew O'Brien Brisbane

Fitness on Parade Opens Queensland Campaign Event

Fitness on Parade in Queensland announced a major public display of physical education at Mity Hall on September 1. The event features demonstrations by multiple health and sports groups including Life Saving associations, hockey, wrestling, and a demonstration by Dy Frily Dura, with education sessions at Mee Bourne University and official oversight by state authorities and the premier.

Menderes Oy Cies Pusical Fitness Association of Queensland Secomtse Anteini Seconnery Pliventa Cuilure Oroasions Dy Frily Dura Feeturer Plimiew Mee Bourne University Enema Biel Bir Lewie Wilers Wendie Healy

Secret ballot push roils Country Party leadership

Canberra report documents a heated discussion within the Country Party over adopting a secret ballot for leadership, with references to party figures such as Badman and Garser, and notes on meetings, invitations, and potential implications for a forthcoming conference and parliamentary proceedings.

Fitness courses at University Melbourne opposes Mr Hanlon

Melbourne facing debate over university physical education training and standards. Teachers argue the need for revived courses and uniform methods for training future educators. Officials including Vice-chancellor Medley defend university programs as essential for proper teacher preparation.

Lin Universitieyn Australia Ob DG Medley Melbourne University Pelle Durde Melba University Cael Wadie

Cameron Opposes Secret Ballot in Party Leadership

The report describes Mr Cameron opposing secret ballots for deputy leader selection amid internal party factionalism. It notes calls for loyalty and the possible leadership by Theo Page, with McEwen seen as a leading contender and Poeden as potential deputy. The piece reflects factional maneuvering within the Country Party during 1937.

Adelalux Parisa Cameron Parvin Torre Page Mennes Boman MHR Boontitior Thwan Liat i McEwen Poeiden

Commercial Bank of Australia maintains dividend in Melbourne

The Commercial Bank of Australia reports profit for the year ended June 30 1939 unchanged at 7 1 2 percent on ordinary shares and 6 1 2 percent on preference shares. Total profits reduced from prior year due to overheads and salaries up by 40 43 percent, with forward carries and reserves affecting figures.

Melbourne Mondey Com Nereial Bank of Australia, Ltd Exrnec Wsproti Lune Azar

Melbourne Unemployment Strike Expands Across City

About 4000 to 5000 men ceased work in Melbourne on Monday as construction and related jobs halted. Central unemployment committees organized the action amid alleged political pressure and demand for better wages and conditions from trades unions, with meetings called weekly across the area.

Melbourne Aia Lorday Bng Dienes Shire Trades Mall Central Siate

Long Trail For Bush Children

A strugging voyage story outlines a difficult long trek for bush children in far north west Queensland. It mentions traveling 250 miles to a railway station and a further 1150 mile journey, with references to places such as Northanton Grey-Sole BAL and towns near Hu Payk. The piece notes safety concerns and collective effort to reach a meeting or station, with various cryptic names and hints of a scheme or program aiding children in remote areas.

Queensland Hu Payk Julta Eiliier Jung Uliely Belemyt Reece Himp Eindad Nearent Wien Gil Wienly Ste 'Rincketina Ivit Bern Alarkslee

Minister Praises Police Social Trust at Conference

The Minister for Health and Home Affairs praised police work as a social trust during the Police Commissioners Conference opening in the Treasury Building. He noted the strain on officers and highlighted cooperation with New Zealand and Dominion representatives to bolster transport and crime prevention efforts.

Treasury Buylding Queensland Carroll Trohill Metronomian Diviniana New Zealand Commonwealth Domion Aoioneer Hein Mfaice Hanlin

Snowfall Northern Auckland Disrupts City Power

A severe snowstorm north of Auckland caused widespread damage as buildings were struck by debris and a man was injured by a falling tree. Electrical lines were torn from walls, blackouts spread, and emergency crews scrambled to restore power as residents watched their private telephones ripped from walls and crucial services disrupted.

Janet Anim Neal Storm Sturiick Mannie Pink Apsiarker Roeken le Wier

Anomalous events disrupt Canberra aviation briefing

A New Zealand Australian transport report describes a civil aviation minister and officials discussing a special propulsion and reentry machine. The narrative notes a malfunctioning engine and a chase of a fuel system issue during a test flight.

Classified Ads From Today Highlight Items for Sale

Today’s classified pages list a woman’s blouse in rough type for sale, motor cycles and bicycles sought or offered by private advertisers, and a rewards section for money matters. The ad mix includes wanted to buy, for sale, and lost and found.

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Personal Rh Yeates Visit and Mackay Harbor Board Notes

Personal Rh Yeates of cesar visits Mackay and plans to travel to Brixbane on Thursday. Kevin Bagley and Mackay Harbour Board members discuss soldier matters with the Diggers Association as Graham Cuthbertson graduates with MB ChB and Rev Kevin O Sullivan set to study in Europe.

Yeates Cesar Forth Mackay Brixbane Pather Kevin 'Bagley C Bagley Enattman Mackay Harbour Board LawLom Commonwealth Department Commerce Sts 'Lowhor Acm Brisbane Victoria NPR Graham Cuthbertson Bainbaga University Cundertson Olive ‘Graham Brebane Fq” Neild Cofinn Joho Caskand Wow Brown Sydney Briabany Westerday Ae Arthue Bedy Funn van Diver Hipsucetandr MM M.C. Alder Vaugiatt Brian Pau Melsourne Kevin O'Sullivan Europe Warwick Bt. Stephen's Presbyterian Curch Teawanmba Seo Churen Hobart

Weather notes report cool patterns across Queensland region

Cloudy conditions spread across Charleville Thargomindah and George as a cool snap persisted with readings around 6 to 22 below normal temperatures. Wet spells and below normal rainfall affected southern Queensland towns while wind and mist were reported along the coast.

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