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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 23, 1944
Page
4
A scanned article discusses a proposed thermal method for easing child congestion and fever, highlighting early trials, differing opinions from medical experts, and potential usage guidance. It mentions Canadian and US interest, with questions about safety and effectiveness.
Vague figures show Yes and No tallies across Australian states with No leading in several divisions. Final counts indicate varying majorities, with No ahead in some regions while Yes shows strength elsewhere and across territories amid a broad electoral tally.
Widespread calls to improve schooling surface in a Brisbane report. The piece highlights YWCA housing for daughters of migrant workers, postwar educational aims, and women teachers shaping youth. It notes efforts by Miss Brantie, M. Brantie, and organizers like the SEP president to strengthen training and youth engagement.
A report from Naw Education Center yesterday outlines a trainee plan for teachers. The plan includes a Tenel fer Training program and mentions education leaders and candidates as well as associated costs and arrangements for the event.
The coroner ruled a witness could refuse to answer questions in the inquest on Joan Odette Taylor a 24 year old nurse who died after septic abortion at General Hospital on August 19 The proceedings cited fear of danger to the witness as a ground for refusing to testify and noted the witness might withhold evidence if compelled Police questioned witnesses about the death in Brisbane and other locations as part of the inquiry
A fragment from a weekly printing notes Supper Dish winning a prize, citing Miss Joan Hardie and others from Hamilton, Brisbane. The text describes a fried bread layer and various dishes, mentioning awards and local cooks. It preserves the era’s tone with names, places, and miscellaneous food items.
The text outlines a court proceeding touching on divorce and marriage themes, mentioning Mary Valley Electricity and various individuals. It references hospital questions, requests for answers, and potential implications for marital and social matters within an era context, with unclear specifics due to damaged OCR.
A report from the wool industry meeting cites the need for full understanding among members to resolve stock accumulation. The board chairman notes potential solution in coordinated action and closer cooperation among producers and buyers, aiming to balance supply with rising demand.
The report notes political debate over the validity and power issues surrounding the Queensland referendum and related acts. It mentions parliamentary costs of 6403 pounds and details about Hansard records and Bank of Australia figures, with references to figures like Mr Cooper and the Premier and to attending events in Copley and dealings with the Commercial Bank.
The Landy Minister will inspect irrigation schemes in the south next week. A party led by Br Jones will review systems connected with Queen and Will report on feasibility and cost. They aim to evaluate methods to pipe and channel water to reduce floods and expand irrigation progress.
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