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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 21, 1935
Page
9
A fragmented OCR page lists names and venues including Winter Garden, Tivoli, and The Theatre Oval, with street and event references. It reads as a historical show guide noting memorial tablets, gates, and various theatres and attractions, though many lines are garbled. The item preserves place names and implied program notes from a city guide page.
The Rev Col A T Holden, a veteran Methodist leader and wartime chaplain, is reported dead. He served as secretary general of the Australian Methodist Conference, rose to President General in 1932, and held key roles across Victoria and Queensland. Fellow pastors praise his long, influential ministry and global wartime service.
Parliament debates section 9 percent related to orderly marketing of primary produce in Australia. Key figures including Majoriny of the Judges of the Bhan Court and Ministers in Commerce discuss schemes to strengthen commonwealth control, with Queensland and Tasmania stakes highlighted. Debates reference passing buck, potential repeal, and future government actions affecting producers and trade.
About 40 sheep perished as a grass fire blackened 1200 acres near Dalby on Bon Accord North. The blaze started after a train passed the railway line and spread rapidly with a whirlwind flame. Farmers and neighbors worked to move stock and contain the fire, aided by staff and locals, though many weaker sheep were lost. The well known pastoralist Edmund Jowell owned the flock.
Emily Clapp of Liverpool traveled to Darwin by the Merku nd to reach Katherine 26 miles away. Constable AR Clapp, formerly of Whe Northumberland Trmeory Police, was shot and buried there in November 1927. Mrs Clapp longed to see his grave again and hoped for fulfillment of that wish in an upcoming visit.
A report describes a pedigree goat being sent by air to Newcastle Waters, with references to a complex shipment route involving Wales Road, Dagpising, and Roper Valley. The account mentions breeds, dairy lines, and logistical notes about transport by air to Wort Wales, noting associated vitals and handlers.
A veteran cow named Nils held the production record at the Cavernetey farm in Australia. The six year old produced an impressive 368 days milk yield, equivalent to 10012TD of fat. Born March 1930, Nils entered the excellent growth of welfare milk with strong productivity and long career prospects.
A civic survey will start next week to collect information on Kinborough’s population, housing, vacant allotments, street areas, and commercial development. Surveyor Mr R A Morton will oversee field work, with aerial surveys planned in some districts to supplement data and support city planning.
A damaged OCR item touts Bayer relief tablets claiming rapid dissolution and safety with no harmful ingredients. It emphasizes swift relief for aches without depressing effects, noting the product as reliable and easy to use.
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