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Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

Dec 11, 1946

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Bus Crash Kills Three South of Grafton

A bus crash on the Armidale road ten miles southwest of Grafton yesterday afternoon killed three people and injured about a dozen others. The vehicle struck an embankment, tipping onto its side, with several passengers listed as seriously injured. Emergency crews treated the injured at the scene and transported them to area hospitals. identifications and full casualty details remain unclear due to the mangled OCR text.

Armidale Road Grafton Fivery South Grattan Grattan Esi Bevier

Ballots Rules Cover Circumstances For Unions And Employers

The piece discusses ballot provisions for union actions, court oversight, and employer duties including supplying member names and addresses. It cites delays and issues from past strikes, noting government and court involvement, and emphasizes maintaining records to prevent manipulation of lists during arbitration and industrial movements.

Gair Muier CP. Pasaifern

Big Four Ministers to Meet in Moscow for German Peace Treaty

The Big Four Foreign Ministers will convene in Moscow on March 10 to draft the German peace treaty. Leaders from Britain France Italy and the United States will participate in the talks. The meeting signals a joint effort to finalize terms for postwar Germany.

York Moscow

World Press to report Byrnes Molotov talks freely

Reports detail that foreign ministers agreed to allow world press coverage of the proceedings. officials confirm Byrnes and Molotov discussed steps toward a European settlement and potential German terms. Awaiting further details on who may speak and where and when.

Mr Byrn M. Molotov Europe Byrnes Bevin Britain Smelotoy Moucow Taal Unina Sini Joycott Spain U.N. Awembly Ana Security Committee Vestesans Sammisiee Sumimutine Amin Anders Te Belsiah Rexin

More Bodies Recovered From Mine

Miners' disaster near Whitehaven continues as rescuers pull survivors and bodies from flooded galleries. Officials report water has knee depth in flooded sections, with hope fading for remaining missing workers. Government debate on safety and redevelopment follows as authorities assess salvage operations and future mine safety measures.

Londom Lawen Whitehaven Nandi Sterday Wetton

Demobilization Orders Stated For February 15 Deadline

A February 15 discharge target is set for naval personnel with demobilization to occur between January 1 and February 15. The move affects several divisions and is to be completed by the specified date. Officials from the ministry outlined medical and service criteria guiding who is demobilized, while noting some personnel will remain for supplemental duties. The process includes strict timelines and responsibilities for command units and individual service members.

Vannel Hom Nevetonce Eniuutenite MBO MBO 50.000, and Taa “Umiehs Decision Will Provide|y Nir Mhvciarge of Shone Whin Fave Inv Froese Eutogorien She ‘Chins McNiouLian gaMenlien Passudl CMF Navy IMR RAAB

Four Million Troops Deployed Abroad in War Added Time

A garbled dispatch lists millions of troops from Britain, America, France, Austria, Italy, and other nations stationed overseas. It mentions forces in the Pacific, Adriatic, and Europe, with uncertain totals and various national alignments, reflecting a broad wartime movement.

Vital Powers Given To Court In Queensland Legislation

Legislation to end industrial unrest in Queensland was presented to Parliament by Labour and Employment Minister Gair. The bill empowers the Industrial Court to intervene before disputes arise, amending the 1932 to 1945 Acts, and includes provisions for annual holidays and other worker entitlements.

Guin Ag Otterwd Variony Bureau of Enduatries Temple Prm Rome Mimasett Queensland Labour and Employment Gair Imea DCI Casivy Atlanya Venus Hamlet India Ealient Pox

Travel Bill Protest Sparks City Hearing Clash

A stream of protest voices filled the morning session as officials debated travel bill provisions. Citizens and representatives pressed for clearer fee structures and limits while warnings about overreach from government agencies were raised.

Mystery in Delhi shadows on a missing child case

A chaotic Delhi report mentions a child’s disappearance and a complex attribution involving family members and local locations. The fragmentary text lists names, places, and actions such as hiring taxis and visiting eateries, though details are unclear. The piece hints at a domestic disturbance or crime inquiry.

Peg Embedded In Mouth At Nene Street

A woman on Nene Street was taken to General Hospital after a wooden clothes peg became embedded in her mouth. She was hanging up washing when the peg slipped and wedged on her face, doctors attempted removal but feared a hemorrhage, and she was admitted in serious condition. Ambulance attendants conveyed her to hospital for treatment.

Lorparnan General Hospital Hoemorchage Horsles

First Stage in Medical Service Prime Munimer Mar Chifley

An early stage of a national medical service is outlined with plans for establishing clinics led by HomeAd tenet HAL alana, aiming to deploy suitable singers to AUR Tralta as part of development. The fragmentary text signals a push toward centralized medical service expansion and regional clinics within a national framework.

Prime Munimer Mar .Chifley HomeAd Tenet Hal Alana Ace

Diggers' League to Review New Membership Rule

The Federal Congress of the Returned will hold a special meeting in Melbourne on February 13 to review a proposed change admitting volunteers without overseas service. Tasmania joins Victoria and South Australia in demanding the review as states split on the rule.

Obrier Ogmne Melourne Tasmania Victoria South Australia Federal Congress Wiaw Nts Tovar Grameen Ital Abriganli Funito Fedora Jin Tator Sant Inave Australia Ant Bury Wrey Hances

Districts to Meet Over New Federal Voting Rule

Distric ts debate a new voting rule affecting delegates to federal talks. Southeastern District claims 95,000 members versus the state's 70,000, but both share an equal vote. Queensland votes are expected to be tight as branches split. State president indicated a Breek word would be needed to elect morensland or drive as instructed.

Hue Lnte Iity Queensland Adalemon Fuer Wengxo Javion-Wite Ballon Shough Maryborough Re UA

Unclear Port Visit Ban Delayed Amid Fire and Drunkenness Report

A chaotic Townsville scene describes delays at ports amid a fatal fire investigation and drunkenness arrests. Navy Minister Riordan and local Labour Council are referenced as officials respond to tensions and safety concerns. The report includes scattered details about a motel fire, emergencies, and investigations, with unclear names and dates due to OCR errors.

Spwetal Corretponment Townsville eTeden Labour Council Navy Riordan Asia Boris New York Oeowisbey Desert Winecott Mattiviser Ana Urduaire Bck

Rocket Mission Leaving Soon From London

December reports Major-General Everts leads the Rock 1 Research Mission. It plans to depart Australia aboard the Oronter on Saturday. Colonel IFS Rendaly is appointed personal staff officer and will travel to Australia to prepare for the mission in Melbourne.

London Everts Teave Austrita Bowrdd Oronter Ifs Rendaly Wie Ins Australia Melbourne

Police hunt mad butcher across states for severed remains

U S police pursue a maniacal killer dubbed the Mad Butcher, linked to multiple murders nationwide. Investigators report severed limbs and torsos found in various locations as authorities seek the suspect, who allegedly wrapped evidence and targeted a 14 year old mistress among other victims.

New York Kingabury Heath Cine Ware

London river bank fruits lure buyers as prices rise

Fragmented OCR recalls London markets where fruit prices soar beyond workers' means. Mention of police on the riverbank and a disturbing line about human hands suggests a crime context and damaged text. The piece blends market notes with unclear references to probate, auctions, and local events.

DNDON London Iceman Bae Henknas

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