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Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

Aug 27, 1936

Page

6

Failure of Spanish Rebels Weak after Six Weeks

London reports The Times correspondent says insurgents fail to deliver swift initial blow and government forces hold strength. Non intervention debated as European powers weigh future actions and economic pressures mount amid conflicts in Spain.

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Germany replies to Soviet decree on conscription age

London August 26 The German decree extending military service period is seen as a response to the Soviet August 11 decree lowering conscription age from 21 to 10 years. Estimates discuss potential manpower gains, training needs, and implications for Germanys armed forces and colonial postings as Europe braces for shifts in military posture.

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Commonwealth Unfettered Tax Policy Debate Report

Adelaide reports the Prime Minister Lyons addressing Parliament about the Commonwealth’s financial relations with the States. He notes no permanent retreat from taxation and asserts only one authority may set tariffs, while discussing proposed surrender of certain State taxation powers and the overall difficulty of amending constitutional revenue provisions.

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Fire breaks out in Toowoomba suburb early morning

A fire swept a building on Margaret Street in Toowoomba early today, drawing witnesses and a crowd of spectators. Firefighters, led by a sergeant, investigated the scene while detectives examined the premises for signs of arson. The incident disrupted traffic and prompted police to cordon the area as investigators pursued the cause.

Tick Eradication Scheme Updates and Local Notices

A fragmented report outlines tick eradication efforts across Bonalbo and Woodenbong areas, noting dates, governing bodies, and proposed actions. It mentions primary production oversight, elected officials, and irrigation plans, with emphasis on preventing reinfestation and addressing potential rainfall impacts.

Treason Purge At Moscow Echoes Across Europe

Fragmented OCR text discusses a treason purge in Moscow and its global resonance. References to Trotsky, communists, and opposition suppression hint at political repression and state control. Mentions Norwegian government, reforms planned for November, and social inequality themes.

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Russia A Land Of Plotters Theme In Local Talk

The Rockhampton mayor recalls a July meeting with tied to Moscow and a delegation from Sydney. A party member and a guard described a tense exchange involving bayonets and a warning that Moscow would expose a plot. The mayor asserts a future cleansing of a formational senate.

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Spain Balloon Pilots Die In Gordon Fennett Race

A fragmentary report notes the death of Spain's balloon pilots in the Gordon Fennett race. Names and details are garbled but reference a port of shipment and international observers. The coverage is incomplete and local details are unclear.

Spain Gordon “Fennett Neil Bunday

Sequel to Dried Fruits Appeal Faces Privy Council Move

A 36 year old, JA James, lodged an appeal before the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council, seeking damages against an Australian dried fruit business. Lawyers Me Ward and others plan to consult in Adelaide about the claim’s scope and potential High Court action. The potential damages cover business losses over three to five years and area-wide effects on Australian dried fruit trade.

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North Coast Electric Authority Bill Backed by Councils

The meeting of Une Giaréaca fiver dutty Connelly chair and Councillor W Pitayr Tal presented a recommendation to endorse the main principles in the North Comet County Council Bill. If opposition arises from councils to any part of the plan, the council should oppose that form of policy with caution and seek clarifications on proposed changes.

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Cigarette Butt Fatality Claims Child Near Corowa

A three year old boy, Eric Roby, died near Corowa at Mulwale North after chewing a cigarette butt. Police report the incident occurred on a Wednesday in Sydney time. The death is being investigated as an accidental fatality linked to tobacco waste.

Sydney Eric Roby Rte Mulwale North Corowa

Fragmentary 17th Century Petition Text Block

Readable fragments show a petition style claim referencing parliamentary authority and royal approval. Names and dates are unclear but imply a legal or constitutional dispute with references to government bodies and tribunals. No clear event or outcome can be determined from the fragments.

New City Ward Boundary Proposals Spark Debate

A proposed amendment to Brisbane City Act seeks ward boundary changes to favor Labour. Officials argue alterations simplify the rolls and improve electoral safety, while critics claim the changes fit political aims. Government members say there are minor amendments for better operation, with formal enactment expected after year-end.

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Alteration of Industrial Structure Scrutinized

Obscure remarks suggest a major inquiry precedes shifts in the industrial framework as authorities assess how local authorities and common citizens might adapt. The discussion hints at tied impacts on governance and regional services amid anticipated changes.

Elphinston Casino Case Witness Testimony Details Conspiracy

A witness describes a complex scheme connected to Elphinston and the Casino Club. He references Edy Arthur Brie ton and various associates facing conspiracy charges and notes testimony about ringleaders, bribes, and attempted maneuvers to siphon money. The testimony includes mentions of a Cairnoy operation and a July 31 event as part of the alleged plan.

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Kingaroy Shire Clerk Refusal To Resign

A Kingaroy Shire Clerk refused to resign amid pressure from council members. The dispute centers on duties during a period of administrative upheaval and budget constraints. Officials confirm ongoing discussions with the clerk to resolve governance concerns and maintain public service delivery.

Notable Transvaal Find Prompts Council Action

Fragmented report describes a notable Transvaal discovery and a council dispute over reinstatement and reconciliation between two officers. It references Professor Rabe Planobian and proposed actions, with notes on legal and educational implications and a pending September meeting.

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Wool Trade Rumors Spark American Demand Debate

Fragmented text suggests discussions of wool supply and prices in the United States and Australia. References to Mir and leaders including W. L. Drossment touch on record demand, competition, and price stability as markets in Sydney and America monitor manufacturing and export trends.

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Why America Will Buy More Wol

A garbled text fragment mentions America and Wol, with foreign place names and broken phrases. It references Mr Crome and a production count of 22,000, but specifics are unclear. The tone mirrors a noisy editorial snippet discussing trade and outputs without coherent details.

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Wasting Water PD Sourupoey Patrol Instructed

A fragmented report notes a district police directive in which officers were told to address suspected water waste. The unclear text mentions a community concern and potential local enforcement actions.

City Council Sets Footpath Air Standards Plan

A garbled report notes a city council discussion on footpath air standards and a plan related to tethering or removal actions. The fragment references planning sessions, a Thursday meeting, and compliance with a stated instruction, but lacks clear names, dates, places, or outcomes.

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