Four Queenslanders in New Year honours list
Four Queenslanders share in the Federal New Year honours last night. Fergus McMaster gains a knightship as a pastoralist and aviation pioneer, with J. W. Fletcher and W. L. Payne awarded OBEs Civil Division. Isabella Wanderley of Toowoomba is named MHES Civil Division for welfare work.
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F. McMaster
Fergus McMaster
J. W. Fletcher
W. L. Payne
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Land Court
O.B.E
Isabella Wanderley
Toowoombus
M.H.E
Unclear OCR: Melbournn figures in trade commission hints
Fragmentary OCR lists several names and terms such as Melbournn and Mel- Iwarie with references to a trade commission and payramater-conama. The text is garbled with unclear punctuation and missing context, preventing a clear event or action.
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Eby
Guv Newton Moste
Drc
Melbournn
Esward Charles Esphyne
Vivian Cordon
Alsiretlan Trade Commie Monee
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Payramater-conama
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Mel- Iwarie
Patchy today’s weather with showers likely
Patchy forecast for today calls for mainly northerly winds and a tendency to scattered showers. Expect a mix of cool and damp conditions with the day’s high near yesterday’s reading and humidity rising through the afternoon.
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Deerene
Meg
Aide
Mention in Dispatches for W L Ludgrove in naval service
Lieutenant W L Ludgrove of the meal Australi Navel Volunteer Ren ere is mentioned in dispatches and noted in the official records. The mention references Mr C Badktoye and Avcoy Ference with Toowong cited in the notice.
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W. L. Ludgrove
Australi Navel
Renere
Seba
Mr. C Badktoye
Toowong
State officers retire in Bundaberg after long service
Townsville Bundaberg users report retirement of senior officials from Education and Mining departments. Chief clerk Mr P. M. Hisbons and administrator Mr J. Tray among retirees. Mr W Views and Mr F AP Melver noted, with next month expected to see further changes as officers end long service in the state. Some names and roles appear unclear due to OCR issues. Bundaberg region confirms retirements from key state offices.
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Mergrom Stevens
Sydney
Treasury
Bru 'Y
Gerame
Trenurer
Ainister
Inu
Te Linn
France
Naval
Forterat Muetions
Owen Pixon
Kas MG. Aarts
England
University of Melbourne
Wali Tera
Supreme Cair
Vic
Achralien
Aurel
Fenn
Ene
Ile Sferola
Winthrop
Soto al Nareikweaiun
Wna
Weratik
Srhapaney
Pyecerices
AAF
United States
Mim Gromer
ThalPuh
Dunkdala
Meltourne
Killara
Liverpool
Bevergl Niun
Auile Eevice
Yenteraay
I Chater
M. Hisbons
Te Education Office
J. Tray
Etice
Penmary
Lippe
Toone Wis
Fap Melver
Townsvile
Man May Win Swan By About A Thousand Votes
In a tight county election, Marwick leads with a slim majority while Barker, Ferguson, and Dinan vie for balance. Labour figures expect Marwick’s edge to be decisive. results to be confirmed after Thursday’s count and Friday’s formal declaration.
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Man
Swan
Tuessmay
Marwick
Pertuson
Burke
Biya
Labour
Marwles
Progres
Winan
Rose
Yerguvon
Barker
Ser Marwick
Kaye
Ferguson
Dinan
Lamriday Club
Threat To Stop Work Delays Court Decision In Arbitration Row
Unions threaten to cease work as arbitration court considers a 1 percent rate increase for contractors. Judge Drake-Brockman refused to grant the stay while workers gather, and production is disrupted by planned meetings and delays. Union reps Williams and Drake-Brockman clash with representatives over possible suspensions and future action. Local rails commission and contractors weigh options as a date for action is set.
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LAO Sue
Wontbaggt
Hold & Homwirke
Drake-Brockgan
Tmday
Argest Onder
Williams
Wien
Giese
Bern
Vietorian Railways Commissioners
Gitaonogtle
Jugue Drake-Froekman
Seamen Refuse to Man Unprotected Ships at Sea
A mass meeting of seamen and union members in Newcastle demands protection for unguarded ships. The crowd voices disbelief at government measures and warns of further action unless crew safety is guaranteed.
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Sydney
Newcastle
Lownatiie
Union
Bydries
Soichr Orsree
Besekanen
Foundation Is Laid For Victory
Prime Minister Mr. Menzies used a New Year Eve broadcast to praise 1940 as Germany’s year of triumph but say foundations were laid for its defeat. He urged dedication of 1941 to higher service and the struggle to keep British freedom.
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Germany
Menzies
Menzira
British Isles
Dominion
Far East
Australia
Great Britain
Aibatibe
Malian
Attica
Barbara & Pening
Tnivery
Italy
Ronake
Fenre Ithe Apirit
France
Ana
Evant
Ety
Blader Tiem
Britain
Menatea
Mousse
Epidemic of Whooping Cough Reported in Queensland
A Queensland epidemic of whooping cough is reported with mentions of vaccine trials and government caution. Officials debate vaccine effectiveness and timing, noting vaccination may help if given before symptoms appear, while concerns over safety and immunity persist amid rising cases and deaths.
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Rupert
Ederson
California
Yar
Queensland
Inoch Indona Ate
Ula
Hraith’ Ani Mealent Services
Coffe
New South Wale
Wietel
Contac
Australian airmen renew service in Canada training
A new batch of Australian airmen arrived in Canada to complete RAF training as part of a three month rotation. The report highlights veterans from New South Wales and Queensland, with comments from officials emphasizing continued support for Britain and victory in the war.
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Canada
Queensland
RAF
Carina
Bir Ciharnon Ringatard Henin
Austratia
Australia
States
Sty Bonaie
Jean
Britain
Crowds Celebrate New Year in Regent and City
Crowds gathered in George Square and Regent Street to welcomed the new year with ceremonies, processions, and services. Police reported orderly crowds, despite frost and crowded streets, as thousands joined the regent festivities at venues including Winter Garden and Metro Theatre. performances, parades, and religious services accompanied the celebrations across the city, marking the end of the old year and the arrival of the new.
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Ihoairen
Ania Ang
Lyn Ii
Serra
Teoh
Winver
Theatser
Ana Tho
George Square
Ton
Boane Wien
Eray
Wes Burt
Cory
Regent
Winter Garden
A. Metro Theatret
All Perce
Wn Navy
Randwick Sporting Notes Incomplete Inked Report
Fragmentary sport column mentions Randwick meeting and cricket notes with scattered place names and event hints. Sparse lines reference Melbourne, Brisbane, and coastal venues. no clear results or dates.
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Tattersall
Randwick
Vlc
Bredman
Vo Meabe
Melbourne
Morean
Rome
Dale Cearimuaun
Ana Pelitions
Metropol
Wynnum
Metropolis
Nasser
Byaney Hertande
Ader Nahalst Senos
Saridente Reste
Australians urged to fund war through certificates drive
Aged broadcast text urges readers to buy certificates to lighten domestic burdens and support the national war effort. It notes the groups have raised significant sums and urges continued contributions, highlighting 11 groups in a state and totals reaching tens of millions in support.
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Auatralla
Cempare
Crisla
Hlalory
Cis
Pepe
Emily Oittie
Espana
Taxabion
Thes Groupe
Austria
Munition Works Sought at Queensland Inquiry
A fragmented report notes calls for the erection of a munitions facility in Queensland with an estimated cost around £1,000,000. The document mentions government or departmental involvement and seeks approval or support from authorities.
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Queensland
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