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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1938
Page
10
An antiquated advertisement promises relief for constipation, biliousness, and indigestion. It mentions Mrs Ethunith of Chews street and lists various nonsensical phrases, suggesting a generic patent medicine pitch with implied consumer liberty to use the product in multiple ways.
A report on St. Aidan's kindergarten activities in Corinda notes a program of drill and singing led by the kindergarten mistress and staff. The piece mentions Mrs. 3A and Mr. BG Weurne presenting and awarding prizes during the event.
Townsville Grammar School in New South Wales sees Mr T B Whight move from pupil to headmaster. The article notes his long service, retirement, and ties to North Sydney and England, with Whight having represented Townsville and North Islands in cricket and football.
A fragmented program description notes Farner Lalia and Mbt conductors presenting Bach with modern works. It references Masterpieces of Bell and harmonic pieces, with performances by Alec Weowiet Pwse and others. The text lists performers, venues, and pieces in a garbled slate of names and instruments.
A large number of Miss Mackintosh's young pianists performed in the Mayors Reception Room. The program opened with a quadrella and included works by Debussy, Saint-Säens, and others. Performers named include Bryant, Lones, Shires, Arnold, Webser, Gibson, Bra, and Blame.
A proposed two way subway route in Lang Biteel on May 2 1892 prompted officials to weigh a plan altering canal access and Wayne Hallway traffic. The meeting featured Mayor Brown and others while a labor accident in Ashgrove led to emergency medical transport and a $60 hospital bill.
A damaged wartime report from Prague describes Czech frontier fortifications and German advance reactions. It notes mobilisation orders, a 500000 pound expenditure, and limited truce impacts with emphasis on defensive measures and military experts.
A fragment suggests a taxation appointment across regions including Bundaberg and Haut areas. It mentions duties, public notices, invitations to apply, and references to individuals such as Mr. Wateon and The Saints. The text is damaged and reads like a local government recruitment or appointment announcement.
A fragmented report references a conversion loan and underwriting set by a London commissioner, with details about financial terms, interest, and a June 19 date. It notes options and a timeline for approval or rejection, and mentions the South Agency and government ministers in connection with the loan arrangement.
A dense program listing covers radio segments from Benetng To fall through world affairs features. It cites hosts and shows including weather reports, news, music blocks, cultural programs, and international segments with multiple time slots and guest panels across various stations.
A local report details five sheep dying after a journey from Charliele to Goondle. The coroner offered no cause for the deaths and no illness signs were observed in the remaining flock. The inquiry noted a permit issue with a fine of 100 from Charneville to Goondle Longwell, owner.
A lively Children's Corner piece describes birthday greetings and festive activities. It mentions Christmas trees, trips, crafts, and songs, with playful references to gatherings, books, and family moments. The tone echoes a community page full of seasonal warmth and simple joys.
The annual insolvency report shows farmers making up the majority of insolvents with 13 in New South Wales 11 in Victoria four in Tasmania and other cases scattered across regions. It notes a rise among agricultural workers and related occupations with fewer from urban trades.
Fragmentary text notes Queensland's top butter exporter and mentions annual output tied to Austratian trade. Figures indicate a shipment level around one thousand four hundred twenty tons, linking to markets and rail shipments.
A fragmented report notes Prince Paul and an Australian association facing a London-related matter in December. It mentions two weeks and possible fines tied to Buckingham Palace, with unclear details from the OCR text.
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