Building Revival Scheme Aims At State Housing Aid
A minister for public works discusses federal proposals to aid housing and slum clearance in Brisbane and Queensland. The plan suggests loans for dwelling improvement under a Commonwealth scheme, but the state government argues the policy is not applicable while continuing its own building program. The Prime Minister’s policy speech is noted as promising broader support.
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Briebane
Yods
Ainy
Queensland
Hwee
Brent Worth
Eden
Hanilwick
Judge Deliberates Ballot Validity in Debenture Case
The judge ruled on ballot form and debenture holder rights amid a cited Royal Commission probe. Evidence was partially omitted, with a decision to resend ballots to Southern British Navarra Trust debenture holders and set a December 27 return date, reflecting concerns over the scheme's workability and timing.
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Sydney
Droenber
Royal Commisson
Halse Rogers
Nelda
Sermiur
Altorn
Getalle
Mir Fuert Iin
el Wan
Lowel
Layata
Layat
Monkhan KC
de Louat
Hus
Tna
Angus
Navona
Golden Casket Drawing Shown Winners Named
Clieube shareholders won first prize in the Golden Casket drawing yesterday. Names include Mr and Mrs Teint lore and secretary of the Joochin Govt Chub. Second prize went to Merstmeouen with My WW. P. Gonning and Miss Myrtle Byrnse. A third prize winner, Mrs Q Callaghay, connected to Kangaroo Point, is noted among the results.
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Clieube
Golden Conkel
Teint Lore
Goodna Asntat Aylin
Joochin
France
Battalion
Brisbane
Wis
Quernslane Aeithet
New South Wales
News in Brief from Brisbane and England items
A fragmentary roundup covers Brisbane tramway waiting sheds approval at Breakfas t Greek Road Waterloo Street and Gregory Terrace. Royal Stock Show in England opened with 1062 entries and prizes. Bowen electorate attendance by J O Reeve MLA. Historical Society of Queensland acceptance of a reappointment. mint price of gold and a Commonwealth fine comparison.
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G. R. Steer
Tramwaye
Brisbane Ciey Council
Breakfaxt
Greek Road
Waterloo Street
Brunswick Street
Gregory Terrace
Smithfield
England
Hines
Wilder
Sandringham
Prince ~ of
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AE. Round
Pred. Geniy
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Elyie
Royal Mint
Waves Summon Aldermen For Christmas Holidays
A fragmented Brisbane City Council report shows Aldermen split on holiday plans with many heading to beaches such as Coolangatta and Currumbin. The Lord Mayor tours Melbourne Centenary celebrations and returns to deck holiday duties. Several Aldermen including W McAlliffe and A S Skirving plan beach retreats while J I Brown shifts to regional centers. Others, like J E Lane and W Power, await holidays, and tensions hint at broader civic duties during the festive period.
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Brisbane
Pacific
Abermooth
Redcliffe
Jarendt
Iter
Av Laure
Chetanen
Fiagneta
Ninenay
Alterman
W. McAlliffe
Coolangatta
Chelatmas
Alteran HG
Thaltetas
Aio
Donia Penalde Resorts
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Austin
Melbourne
Haliday
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J. I. Brown
Moter Tam Hiesten
Allendad
O'Brien
Christinan
SE 'Wiliams
Wii Erin
Waihi
Loan and Trust Funds Scrutiny Reveals Complex Credits
The report details a November accounting snapshot showing loan and trust fund credits at 978 for ELAN and "C20M1,8A1" for trust funds, offset by a consolidated revenue fund debit of 24,057,470 temporarily waived. Balances span the current accounts in Amiralty, London, New York, the Commonwealth Buying Bank, and extended deposits, with 1,304,000 tied to the consolidated revenue fund.
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London
New York
Commonwealth
Treasury
Consolidated Revenue Fund
Commission Withdraws From Abyssinian Mission Amid Frontiers Clash
London December 10 Colonel Clifford British commissioner of the Anglo Abyssinian Commission and colleagues have withdrawn after frontier incidents between Turan and Euoptans. Instructions have been given that the commission cannot proceed and he should return to British Somaliland. The move follows tensions in Abyssinia territory and suggests a broader regional disruption.
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London
Clifford
Turan
Euoptans
Hail Damage At The Summit In December
Report from BTant horpe cites extensive hail damage at The Summit with costs estimated between £10 000 and £15 000. The weather event disrupted property, with damaged vehicles and structures noted. Officials indicate investigations are underway to assess full impact and necessary repairs. Local residents describe property losses and ongoing cleanup efforts.
Lightning Strikes House During Storm Near Maleny
A December 1 storm near Maleny caused a house to be struck by lightning while Mr. and Mrs. Staith dined inside. Sparks reportedly traveled along a sapved wire from the damaged stove to a nearby lamp and arcing occurred near the home of Mr. Les, with residents unharmed but shaken.
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Maleny
Mee
Tia
Wal Arcislen
Les
Government to study hydro electric schemes in states
In Canberra on December 11 the acting Leader of the House Dr Page promised full government consideration of developing hydro electric schemes nationwide if the Blazes proceed with the matter. The inquiry, raised by Ms Comer, asked whether the government would determine the advisability of expanding hydroelectric projects across states.
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Canberra
House
Pagel
House of Representatives
Comer
Queensland
CANTEENS FUND PROFITS IN ELEVEN YEARS
In Canberra December 11 widows and dependents of deceased soldiers and sailors received funds totaling £100 from the ALP. A trust report tabled in Parliament details distribution to 774 children and notes other payments including significant sums and a flight prize. The report mentions Mrs Bonney and authorities coordinating the end of a fundraising drive with a focus on welfare and assistance programs.
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France
ALP
Ania
Tomday
Samuel McCaveney
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