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Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

Aug 31, 1944

Page

3

Woman for trial on baby's death

Patricia Mary White, 22, a bank typist, was committed for trial on a charge of unlawfully killing her unnamed male child on May 16. The court heard an alleged statement to investigators and testimony suggested the baby died from asphyxia. police described the case as involving an American cavalry regiment and a potential connection to hospital and family details.

Mieck Patricia Mary White Yan Sergenne Ramyond Anbodsy Aurmmond Rautnport County Bank of Australia Cient Ftiie Qreen Treet George Street Orarich Glen Colon Maxwell Trier White Ruderber Penpie Raul Hamid Ellie Sue Connne Maxwell Relmieen Hein Dauighter Marlborough Plate Bate Twn de Jarumenti Isoni Asparati Ile Barry Derrick Hewly

Miners Push Government Control Agenda

A historical meeting where miners and delegates from the Miners Federation advocated federal government control over mining operations. They urged a central authority to oversee mines, transportation routes, and related matters, arguing state delay risks and seeking a competent national leadership.

Dared Bullets for Pictures in Daylight Shore Scenes

Navy dispatches describe daring daylight actions as allied craft, including the first Allied naval entry into Munokwari Harbour. Accounts mention heavy enemy fire, brave crew escapes, and a Portland of casualties among men reacting under fire. The day’s fighting is tied to broader fronts and signaling efforts across the region.

Fite-Henry Herbsur Norman Trertort North Sydney Munokwari Harbour Hertort Micer

Coal rationing looms as Queensland spared says Coal Commissioner

In Sydney yesterday the Coal Commissioner Mr Mighall said no coal cuts planned for Queensland, pledging continued industry and services without rationing. He warned that allocations must be adequate and urged government and union cooperation to prevent shortages and disruptions to shipping, manufacturing and public utilities.

Queensland Mighall Sydney Greanimtion Tate Commonwealth Ube Canberra Dbacosta Wien Titan Shippy At. & Eoater Saorntag Cplsheer Melbourne JSON Amepsley Ilwinta Ndn Becguise Develo

Public must give up explosives warning issued

A garbled public notice warns residents to surrender explosives immediately. The fragment names official authorities and stresses prompt compliance, though many words are illegible.

Divorce Sequel To Bigamy In Supreme Court

A male, Mullee, pleaded guilty to bigamy and was granted a divorce in the Supreme Court yesterday. Ernest Mullee, a soldier from Furniuce Valley Brisbane, petitioned on grounds that his wife found and continued relations with James Henry Crosby. The judge granted custody of their child to the wife and dismissed Mullee’s appeal. The prior marriage occurred in Maryborough in August.

Sumgman Yhel Supreme Court Fugar Ernest Mullee Furniuce Valley Brisbane James Henry Crosby Atta Street Dstice Dodgins Siivehiton Hiv Williaty Detdle Bayne Maryborough Ana Min Apel Aera James ‘Crosby Crosby

Australian Prime Minister Curtin Faces New Demands

In Parliament Curtin rejectingly notes Allied unity and warns against weakening demands while stressing continued resolve against Pacific threats. He says cooperation with Allied nations remains essential as the war nears its end.

C C C Included In Services Votes

TANBERRA progress report notes Civil Construction Corps members in Northern Territory and Queensland included in ministerial Interior vote. Debate details show CCC strength at 27 000 with divisions across regions and references to referendums and political figures.

C.C.C Tanberra Civil Construction Corps Northern Territory Queensland

Tax cuts on wear on homes face wartime limits

Canberra reports budget proposals consider a concession to property owners whose repairs were blocked by wartime shortages. The plan, discussed by Federal Caucus, may review or reduce existing relief, with potential changes to depreciation and maintenance deductions. Authorities note debate centers on housing upkeep costs and industry impact amid economic pressures.

Canberra Vox Ame Einutine

Protest at Senate Sitting Delayed Two Hours

Report of a protest at a Senate sitting causing a two hour adjournment and government ministers facing calls for restraint. Describes opposition demands, government response, and plans for ministers to brief parliament on governance and department matters upon return.

Crirwersten Meuituoumr Ula Ulernoon Setstor Lene Uae Willy Tw Senate Benue Gibron Promined Manktorsey

Rumored Will to Let W F Smith Govern State

In Parliament the rumor grows that W F Smith may become Governor of Quieevalatte. The term has seen extensions and a possible five year maximum, with speculation the current governor could depart as the term ends. A formal declaration of intention was expected within months, as political figures consider succession and interim arrangements.

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Early start on state libraries and new public plans

A fragmented OCR passage notes reforms at state libraries and the public library system. It mentions early startup efforts, inaugurations, and planned expansions or restorations. The text is garbled but hints at officials, dates, and library improvements.

Federal talk on car making meeting to examine idle manufacture

A cabinet committee will soon meet to examine idle car production with the War Organisation and the Munition Ministers. The committee aims to assess manufacturing plans and costs, citing communication between government leaders and officials from 1940. The draft suggests reviving automotive output under consolidated industry efforts.

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Canberra Labour members praise premier and treasurer at meeting

At a recent Canberra Labour gathering, Premier Gooper and Treasurer Mann were praised for the achievements noted at the Premiers Conference. Reports from Cooper and Hanon discussed decisions and national works council matters affecting the territory.

Canberra Labour Gooper Mann Meus Cooper Hanon Auth Deciatone Colin National Works Council

Cattle Drift Loss To Workers Claim

A fragmented report discusses a dispute over cattle drift losses blamed on workers. It mentions individuals such as Mr Barker and Mr Why, references to a transport winter, and questions about pricing and freight, with focus on northern and southern routes and potential impacts on Brisbanes capitals. The text remains unclear but centers on a workers claim for cattle drift losses and related transportation costs.

Purié Adentitt Rhatke Ani Brisbane Barker Yaney Ao

Liberators Rain Heaviest Bomb Load On Ambon Strike

A World War II air raid report describes Liberators dropping a record number of bombs on Ambon and surrounding targets. The action involved heavy bombers and escort fighters, with multiple installations and coastal defenses hit as Pacific operations intensified.

Ambon Dutch New Guinea MacArthur Olt Sexton Iren Boelu Seong Dina Catalina Atwhralinn Anhore Meiclatt Ntti Karon Malekal Amindanantra Hunnly Ordine Pye Vane Hinrassings

U S Navy Plans 100 Carrier Force for Pacific War

The United States Navy discusses a potential fleet of 100 aircraft carriers in the Pacific. Admiral Filer cites figures on ships and pilots, noting strategic goals and lessons from earlier operations. The report contrasts carrier and air power with land campaigns and considers macro-movements against Japan.

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Outback telephone services constrained by war effort

May take Canberra reports indicate telephones may be withdrawn from nonessential outback users to support the war, with Postmaster General Ashley noting no substitute for critical lines and efforts to expand service despite shortages in equipment and rising demand from the front. The situation risks delaying civilian telephony while strategic needs take precedence.

Canberra Genvea Senator Ashley Todiyy

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