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Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

Feb 24, 1948

Page

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Cabinet Seeks Report on State Coal Supplies

The State Cabinet asks gas and electricity utilities for coal inventories as it prepares to consider rationing amid a rail strike. A secret ballot of 30 tramway electricians is held today after the Central Disputes Committee moves to involve tramway mechanical and electrical staff in the dispute.

Tramways Central Disputes Committee Brisbane Central Disputes Committes Medtaical and Etter Ral Tea Ldepureemiert Cratervietieh Worlesila

Fresh Fruit and Veg Sale Draws About 700 People

Nearly 700 people queued at Mackay over the weekend for the first sale of fruit and vegetables for a fortnight. Fresh produce and staples drew crowds as the city stores cleared stocks.

Mackay

State Mechanical Engineering Award repeal sparks debate

A contested State Mechanical Engineering Award faced repeal and renewed scrutiny as officials described the award’s structure and legitimacy. The Industrial Court's decision, the role of the state secretary, and ongoing examinations of eligibility were highlighted, with officials stressing procedural clarity and potential reforms amid public attention.

Inginer Aus Enith Yervelt Vata Herue Iniauirial Court

Wharfies threaten strike over Brisbane cannery wind dispute

The Waterside Workers’ Union plans action after protests and a near 90,000 case fruit shipment. The union cites support from the Brisbane cannery and a chartered ferry from Sydney as crews travel toward maneuvers, with 1499 miles expected before the strike escalates.

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Railwaymen protest strike benefits dispute hits rail services

About 100 railway workers are reportedly not entitled to services benefits under a new Federal Government order as the Railways Department considers downgrading crews. The Australian Railways Union and Federated Union of Locomotive Engineers may face widespread disruption as 2300 members seek support. State and federal authorities clash over entitlement and payment during the ongoing stoppage.

Railways Department Stoum Servier Actiue Duvetuy Re Bard Peveral Australian Railways Union Australlan "Federated Union of Locomotive Enneers

Snow Battle Tales From England and Australia News

A fragmented OCR of multiple items reports a weather disrupted England snow scene and a sea rescue near Rainbow Bay. It mentions suspended rail traffic in Melbourne, passengers saved from sea danger, and names linked to a rescue incident, including lifeguards and bystanders.

Jerusalem Blast Picture Shows Rescue Efforts at Atlantic Hotel

The Courier-Mail reports radio images from Jerusalem’s Jewish quarter depicting rescue squads combing debris after a Sunday bombing at the Atlantic Hotel. Fifty one bodies have been recovered so far.

Courier-Mail Atlantic Jerusalem

Dollars Ready For Davis Cup

Melbourne announces funds for Davis Cup, with 4000 dollars pledged from the BTAA and American fund support. Australian Tennis Federation confirms allocations for the event, awaiting final confirmation of additional 3000 dollars to back the challenge.

Melbourne Chilles Nive Noelnine Steco BTAA Armerica

Government stance on fines and arbitration in transport strikes

A report outlines that the government will not change its position on heavier fines and that rail workers must return to the Arbitration Court. It notes expectations of a strike impact and the possibility of the Arbitration Court delaying or reconvening if parties apply, with transport issues persisting through negotiations.

Arbitration Court KO Bown Rich Secuoncal Engineering Arbitration Court Yuerday Inka Gnu

Fragmentary wartime news note on rationing and shortages

A garbled historical OCR note describes rationing efforts and shortages including bread, coal, and electric fuel. The text mentions Mackay, government action, and attempts to move supplies, with unclear dates or actors due to corrupted source material.

Jerusalem bomb outrage deaths prompt British reprisals

Thirteen Britons died and at least ten were injured as anti-British reprisals surged in Jerusalem following a bombing. Initial tallies show dozens killed in the Bow Yehuda Street shopping district with many bodies reported in the debris. Local coverage notes widespread destruction and ongoing casualty reports amid the unrest.

Laurer-mail Foreign Service Ondon Jerusalem Bow Yehud Streat Ben Yehuida Dover Eater

Be Stern Order to Nigeria Amid Global Turmoil

A chaotic wartime report blends Nigerian security actions with international unrest. references to Czech ministerial moves, Prague police arms, and Western powers amid diplomatic strains. mentions Argentina's Peron, U.N. Security Council talks, and rising tensions in the Middle East with Jewish and Arab factions, plus radar guided aircraft control plans in New York and Atlantic regions.

Subisidies To Stay Canberra Talks On Prices

Canberra reports indicate the Commonwealth will keep the present price stabilisation system with only modest adjustments. A conference led by Prime Minister Chifley and senior ministers, plus Treasury economists, discussed cost projections for the current financial year, with new estimates suggesting a rise near 35 million and potential further reviews of subsidy levels and import costs.

Anberra Commonwealthernment Prine Mr. Chifley Investment and Employment Committee of Weasury Economists Chiles

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