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Newspaper

Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

Aug 25, 1936

Page

5

Fragmented OCR Summary Card

Readable text fragments describe a local event with no clear names, dates, or places. The damaged excerpt mentions a notice style but lacks identifiable entities or actionable details to form a complete item.

Flood Floods Brissis Tin Mine in Derby

A severe flood at the Brissis tin mine in Derby hi tide morning inundated the site. About 140 workers face unemployment as months of work and equipment including pumps and motors lie submerged under water. The disaster halted plans for full production after previous flood damage in 1929.

Hobart Derby Paydack i Bom

Queen Mary Sets Atlantic Record in Fog and Flood

New York August 24 Queen Mary completed a record Atlantic crossing from the Charbour breakwater, averaging about 30.0 knots despite heavy fog off Long Island. The ship also faced rising rivers and flood damage on land as Derby and nearby towns reported nearly 20 inches of rain in a week, with homes inundated and water reaching basements and roads.

New York Nantucket Thie Point Derby Branxhulu Tlorby Mattivalie

Dust and gale wreck NSW coast and city damage

British Australasia news reports savage southerly dust storms and cyclone like winds sweeping New South Wales. A White Star line claim to the “blue ribbon” is noted amid wrecked planes, collapsed Grace Building, street dust storms, and fires. Volunteers, bush fires, and windbound ships are described with damage estimates and injuries.

Southern Cloud message surfaced from page fragment

Melbourne officials report a Sydney handwriting expert found details on a scrap of paper in a bottle from the North Coast of New South Wales. It mentions CG L Bunnell, second pilot of the Southern Cloud wreck on March 21, 1942. The note notes Tasman Sea currents and a possible petrol supply scenario tied to the missing flight.

Melbourne CW Aviation Department Sydney New South Wales L. Bunnell Slaney En Pesan Fang Bern Tor

Big storm off Victorian coast disrupts air and sea travel

A violent storm battered Victoria with gale force winds and rough seas. A Pan American airliner could not land at Melbourne, opting to circle Launceston. ships including the Hulk and Iron Prince sheltered off the coast as delays and diversions affected Melbourne and nearby ports.

Victoria Holyman Melbourne Moburt Greymouth New Zealand Iron Prince

Clergymen Face Supreme Court Appearance Over Court Interference

A court summons references Rev Norman Millar president of the council of churches and Rev Fr Whelier vice president, plus The Courters Dial publisher and others to appear before Mr Justice Midroien at 10 am Friday. The case accuses the defendants of attempting to obstruct justice, distorting tribunal processes, and intimidating the court to deter resistance to the court’s course. The publication is noted as a factor in the charges and action.

Tc DE Ovssay Wey Oy Norman Millar Council of Churches Whelier Courters Dial Dtonara I Prigay Gauas Motlim

King's Prize Shoot Reminder Sparks Senior Interest

A septuagenarian shooter from Buligrove New South Wales, aged over 70, restates lifelong passion for the sport during a community meeting. Alderman Ney notes the dedication and orders stricter oversight as participants discuss the event and safety concerns.

Bourn Arenas Aldersnai Buligrove New South Wales Ney Beveral Alderaae Milne

Patrol raids Japanese lugger during Lord Mayor holiday trip

During a Caloundra holiday party the Lord Mayor and his son Indaw Byrne chartered a fishing boat seven miles offshore. After the fuel ran low the party rowed back to shore with oars, the engine not starting, and the crew struggled to reach safety as the boatmaker tried to restart the engine amid rough seas.

Caloundra Bia In- Daw K. C. Byrne

Raid on Hebrides Island Sampan Sighting and Salvage

Fragmentary report describes a raid on a Hebrides Island Sampan and the salvage of wreckage. It mentions a British district official, J Nicol, and a vessel owned by S Mure in Me Ug. The text references a beach repair and a man named Wieloch Tparmiablo amid scattered details of the event.

Mand Toermengh S Mure Fey Samparn J. Nicol Mit Senda Wesnal Panama Wieloch

Petrol fumes explode injuring two women in factory incident

About 230 pm yesterday a petrol fumes explosion occurred at a Penny Lane factory. Cecilia Holt sustained burns to the wrist and face while cooking near the rig. Miss Hughes, employed by Wallace Rampling, also suffered burns. Frank Baldock of Nowlin Garage rushed to help and extinguished the fire with a garden hose before fire brigade arrival. Both women were taken to hospital for treatment. Hughes was kept for observation before being allowed home.

Weil Pwentery Ronald Cecilia Holt Burma Mise Hughes Wallace Rampling Ny Iily Rowsda Hampling Holt Cary Frank Baldoth Nowlin Gurege Kivehin Uwe Baldock Akén

Move to Nullify ALP Expulsions Narrow Plan

Fragmentary notice reports union leaders expelled from the ALP and a pending plan to convene another union conference. Sparse lines hint at revolt against a Lang figure and potential mandating of a leadership change, with the setting unclear.

Aloe Atflorre Naidt Eee Umioyi Tty Lang Feotjen Etforin Ales Manda Seines Enon

Exploitation Case in Darwin Police Court Alleges Japanese Divers

In Darwin Police Court presided by Mr G J Pigott, allegations emerged of aboriginal women being exploited by Japanese divers near Bathurst Island. Convictions were recorded for two lugger crew members for permitting Aboriginal women to accompany and board vessels, with prison terms and warnings issued to deter future abuses.

Darwin Bathurat Island G. J. Pigott Buchanan Diand Bathurel Tsiand Setmeany Keep J. Porters Detent Tucker Berger Koop Hewitatn Hip Muse Larrakla Buchanen Bathurst Island Baullan Tie Lees Dpeinn Miles Beiyeeni Koop Posver Ithausa Buerasus Ivana Wothers Earlpingeng Hauilain Aed Wales

Train Smash At Mayne Junct Incur Injuries

Tour railwaymen were injured when two engines paled during night at Maya Riveton, with injuries ranged to right eye, knee, hip and shoulder. Fireman and two drivers named, all taken to Nos. aieeed hospital after incident.

Aontina Oraithe Maya Tay Apellacy Gould Road William Arnott Criver Ramelton Vistorie Slimel Windsor Jacoratea Thomas Gramam River Chere Lowe Street Paadingsot Mary Te Bad

Elephant Dies from Tooth Abscess at Camperdown Station

An elephant valued at £800 from Perry Bros circus died in a railway truck at Camperdown station due to a tooth abscess poisoning. Removal of the carcass proved hard, necessitating two heavy motor trucks, block and tackle, and about 20 men as the animal’s body was moved to a nearby fertiliser works while the elephant kept up a loud wailing.

Melbourne Perry Bros’ Circus Cob Camperdown Heather Circus Elephanta

Russian scare in Germany sparks talk of conscription

A London report cites Berlin sources describing German plans to reintroduce a two year military service term and expand conscription. The piece notes press pressure to prepare Germans for compulsory service, with reference to Allied and regional political tensions and visits by Hungarian Regent Horthy and figures tied to Germany.

London Berlin Morning Best Pegstilsaat

Palmer Seeks More Fights After Turbulent Bout

Palmer pushes for additional bouts following a disputed contest with Zi. The report cites his wife and manager and notes involvement of the National Boxing Club and reactions from promoter Bat Bett Agama amid post fight trouble.

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Few Brides Are Late Say Punctual Weddings Observe

In Oban’s view brides generally arrive on time for their weddings, with lateness described as a rare exception. He notes punctuality reflects good manners and not delaying those waiting.

Royal Australian Air Force plans three year defence boost

The Defence Committee approves increased allowance for the final year of the three year plan and backs a larger R A A F squadrons mix. The report by Sir John Easimond prompts modifications to fund immediate expansion and navy munitions prep for emergencies.

Royal Australian Air Force Point Cooke Beni Nour Af Defence Royal Alustralian John Easimond Air Force Ceotee Pose

Brisbane to Adelaide Air Race Preview

The Brisbane to Adelaide air race announced by the Aero Club of South Australia outlines handicapping and entries. Notable entrants include John Collinge and Roy, with aviation officials detailing aircraft and engine specifications and the event’s planned schedule.

Brisbane Adelaide Mwrlaue The Aero Club of South Australia J.C. Smith Is. Almiler Mesorkaoritn Boty Paernvendeni Fae Gialth Devid Rose John Collinge Queensland Sita Ian Eid Victoriay Aero Club Roy the Aero Club Australie Aecites Nengsia WH. EyAfer

Learn to Swim Campaign Promoted by Minister of Public Works

The Courier-Mail reports a Learn-To-Swim scheme announced by Minister of Public Works Mr Cooper. The campaign aims for long term benefits, with initial support and plans for ongoing implementation across the years. The article notes related Department of Public Works inquiries and child welfare considerations connected to the program.

Qatisravuen Courier-Mail Cooper Department of Public Tstrus Howaida Attie Childeen DD Darrmnity Cmdr Asc

Australian Air Mail Saved in Offshore Crash

An Imperial Airwave Fligure band Aeiplo crashed off a gust of Grete with two lives reported saved as salvaged wreckage is moved toward Durban and a carrier to Athens, with word the wreckage will arrive Wednesday. The post office will post details of the salvage and message delivery once the aircraft reaches Lon.

Ei Abus Imperial Airwave Aeiplo Nas ‘Beer Athena Ty Durban Condon Lon

Goondiwindi Reviver's Moral Standards Questioned

Local Goondiwindi clergy faced a defiling melee at a case in Canes court as a boy reportedly whirled around a shafting device in a violent incident. The accused man Colin Meynide 18 acted, while others including Guth ARrwe Wwmbatt faced hospital treatment after a high speed mishap. The event prompted prayers at Holy Trinity Church as the community sought amends and safety measures for youth.

Premiers Conference Adopts Plan on Finance and Labor

Federal Cabinet discusses key issues at Adelaide, focusing on the financial role between Commonwealth and States, section 82 of the Constitution, and the 40 hour week. The four day conference will push sensitive items to later sessions and consider referendums on expanded powers. The Prime Minister and Attorney General prepare a coordinated approach as ministers travel from Melbourne to Adelaide.

Melcuuant le Bemont Fortaln Adelaida Commonwealth Mencion Tewil Artaus Azong Dr. Fae Die Bork Selbourne Vetaume Inner Wit Adeloite Sidan

Allocation of Petrol Tax Debate in Premiers Conference

Adelaide reports three proposed schemes for distributing petrol tax revenue among states. Premiers from Queensland South Australia Victoria Tasmania and Western Australia discussed using population share consumption basis or a mix with a two fifths option. They aimed to secure agreement pending New South Wales arrival.

Adelaide Queensland Mtr Organ Smith South Australia Victoria Western Australia Parliament House New South Wales Commonwealth

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