Drought relief limited as only inches of rain fall
Weather summaries report three inches of general rain as the threshold to ease drought. Weekend storms moved rapidly, offering little relief across South-West Queensland. Darling Downs and coastal areas saw some weather but overall conditions remained dry with farmers seeking any measurable rainfall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gueaneland
Darling, Downs
Arena
Moethern Sng
Gortiteenenn
Erats Kg
Wisaviews
Tor
EU Seardware el Mmakimui
Weather and heat affects crops and regions across Australia
A fragmented, weather heavy report notes storms and heat impacting areas from Cowra to Peninsular regions. The piece lists locations, weather observations, and mentions beans and carrots affected by heat, with councils and lines referencing Central and Southern divisions.
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Altough
Ania
Borner
Shier
Rondy
Guam
Albay
Peninauia Nori
Peninsuin
Lymer
Herbert
Ceni-Crani
Kant
Geeten
Moreton
South-wes
Cloudy and Showery Day Forecast Across Regions
Weather outlook shows cloudy skies with scattered showers and possible thaws in the afternoon. Humidity and winds remain variable as temperatures edge upward. brief rain pockets trigger possible wet conditions across several districts.
Fruit Retailers Face Scrutiny Over Pricing Practices
In Canberra the Queensland Fruit Retailers Association head, Mr. G. Ferrey, defended higher markups as fair, while critics argue retailers profit from inflated fruit prices. The discussion notes observers watching all fruit shops for price gouging and cites a 33 percent allowance on fruit sales as a debated figure.
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Grese
Queansland
Pruit
G. 3
Ferrey
Querhaland
Keoghtae Conauane
Joie
Auburn
Reweilssuaitin
Titair
Wimmera
Pout
Canberra
Monilay
Turing
Lauimmers
Peur Beare
Pingral
Alex Wuhon
Adenungra von Tetley Lie Wiaxiitenmuncator
Norfolk
Tela
Varsity May Use Navy Huts For Emergency Housing
The state government coordinates with federal authorities to repurpose Navy buildings at the university as emergency housing. Leaders expect heavy involvement to redeploy trainer and civilian staff, with 1946 academic year starting in January and housing plans tied to university accommodation and adjustments. A warehouse sale and clearance proceed while authorities outline steps to clear remaining structures and secure added facilities.
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Boratn
Toonin
Univer
Seaman’s Cold Beer Row Over Alleged Theft Case
A disorderly report details a theft at Seaman’s Cold Beer involving a large amount of cold bottled beer from a premises on Paddington Street. Police investigate Rowland address Rowland and a suspect named Keven SM. The case mentions purchase claims, missing money, and a potential connection to a Mannington area. Authorities seek witnesses and review security footage to determine the foul play and value of the beer taken.
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Invesitaeting. Ie
Rowland
Pociaington
Rowlands
Rowinsids
Maine
Rowe Handy
Chaperone Chosen For Rhondda Kelly Australian Miss Felgate
Brisbane teacher Miss Rhoda Felgate will accompany Milas Australia Miss Rhondda Kelly as chaperone. Miss Kelly suggested the arrangement and the two travels will involve radio interviews and public appearances through Canada and Britain.
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Rhoda Felgate
Brisbane
Milas
Australia
Rhondda Kelly
Kelly
Felgate
Atrol- Matt
Deceh
Shimy Wegste
Canada
Britain
Daveer
Hanihoe
Brabant
Nhonddo
Lake Wax
Minnie
Olive
Kira
Bee Brenden
Atlas
Judie
Record Savings Bank Deposits Reach New Highs in November
Savings bank deposits across Australia reached a record 611 million pounds at November 30 as Commonwealth Bank figures show a 152 percent surge in the period. Analysts note consumer savings rose sharply while banks reported strong deposits across regions.
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Anberra
Aur Wallan Savings Bank
Stedding Re Hulle
Commonwealth Bureau of Genus
Merisson New Dewatile
Rust Creawe
Factory Site Sought as City Council Weighs Industrial Growth
Industrialists face locating a suitable factory site in the city amid scarce available land. Officials consider riverfront development and private guarantees to secure adequate space, with land prices and relocation costs under scrutiny.
Moorooka Murder Charge Remand Details
Fragmented OCR text reports a murder case at Moorooka with a suspect named John and unclear references to police, court, and violence. The readable parts mention murder, remand, and police involvement, but many names and facts are garbled, leaving only the core event of a murder investigation and remand status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Reams
Wille
Alan
Baran
Jap Sub Escaped In Sydney Raid May 1942
Eyewitness dispatch details a Japanese midshipman submarine that escaped Sydney harbor on May 30, 1942, after linking with a mother ship. Report notes the raid’s outcome, Japanese plans and projected operations around Australia, with claims of air battles and anticipated invasions near Brisbane, Townsville, and coastal towns.
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Sydney
Monay
Hm Yron
Anil
Erie Spect Ab Iyurh Ott Byaney Fieade “He Grimmtner
Inele
Wus
Farbaur
America
Tokio Han
Ali Ine Saaney
Adaway
Reetny Te Anid
Seven Hurt In City And Suburbs
Seven people were injured in a city and suburban incident in Brisbane yesterday. Three admitted to hospital. two tram accidents added more injuries. Victims include Dorothy Teeter and Della Carmody among others. Ambulance transport followed, some released. conditions varied from slight to probable fracture.
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Brisbane
Tnvagee
Woolloongabbe
Dorothy Teeter
Vencinje
Mierrki Slight
Iyjury
Peat
Shu ‘Della Carmody
Harewoot
Silvet Pachey
Slight
Ajuifen
Hanns James Messinaia
Terence
Htehmad Pek
Achey
Troma
Tamen Larkin
Woaluoninpha
Donia
City Dell Enger
Wickham Terrace
Cry
Nce
Cones Son
Ak Tin
Quren
City Bavh
Ial
Gadstetor
Norman Waldron
Pores Stier
West Emi
Nora ‘Nfons
Glynvilie Ghd Turk
Hospi Gireett
Mlapen
Eli Ne Wan
Stanley
Woolloon
Rabba
Muliay Hospital
Paralysis On the Wane In Infantile Case Notes
Fragmented report from a 19th century notice describes infantile paralysis trends, mentioning patients and care at a local health department. Names and places are partially garbled but indicate ongoing medical concern and public health monitoring.
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Giri
Siain
Dunwich
St Ashgrove
Elvis
B. Kaimkitten
City Undertaking Record Road Job Details Last Night
City officials announced a major road project estimated around 130 miles affecting suburban areas. Mayor and Aldermen said construction plans were advancing though a bottleneck in access and sample testing availability remains a challenge for the start date.
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Prton
Alve
Mtriaciie
Ald Shuindler
Cai
Prymel Sampmenic
Acyeen
Inga
Ana
Sunny Enouhony
Anarry
Bkidin
Food fund boosts aid for consular post effort
Reports from Canberra describe a plan to sponsor a consular post with a 70 000 pound food fund. The move involves key officials and timing tied to government approvals and ongoing negotiations with Britain and the United States. Details cover donations, distribution plans, and related support measures amid broader timor and airline route discussions. The article notes other regional items including a death and labor strikes affecting meat workers.
Shirtless Golfers Stir Canberra Court Tale
A Canberra golf dispute reports shirtless players banned from the course amid a noisy row. Officials recall past breaches and discuss proper attire, with references to club rules, memories of earlier days, and calls for decorum on the links.
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Qanberra
Coune
Gourgaurs
Reeda
Wiliam
Crisbane
Edwards
Clu MG
Loshes
Gratardey
America
Miners Return to Work in New South Wales
A northern rollerina resumed work today after holiday closures, with a brief dispute on safety measures settled in the afternoon. About 200 miners will return to full production by tomorrow morning, while broader industrial impact could affect hundreds of workers across related plants and subsidiaries.
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Oyeney, Maney
Absomterbun
Geirion
Despute
He. Emptoyens
Geftlaed
Meityada
Tuggtas
Era
Ritter
Feervan
Fompeny and
Newmans Tllereale
Opera Inkerrs
EHP
Nseervlary
Emyplovere’ Association
Tewstneltonatay
Sal Irvanes
ERP
Husteyry and
Maconald Saldy
Bates
Education grants debated amid federal conference
Fragmented OCR text shows references to a 2 million pound grant to education, claims of inadequacy, and discussion by senators and officials. Mentions Federation Conference and Commonwealth goals, with suggestions of equality and family income.
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Siedly
Auhlers
Conies
Bowth Wales Adinater
Belfenny Aid
Federeuian
Evatt Warns Against Veto Power for Big Four
External Affairs Minister Dr. Evatt warned that enabling the Big Four Britain United States Russia and China to veto Far Eastern Commission decisions would imperil Moscow Conference gains. He urged inclusion of all belligerents in surrender terms and noted Australia’s push for broader participation in peace talks.
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Evatt
BIG Four
Groner
Far Eastern Commission
Britain
United States
Russia
China
London
Washington
Weahington
Commission Montrenay
Niwavn
Femcore Hc
Weston
Reitah
Dellinwrenix
Ford Ngi
Australie
Hospital Aid Scheme Opens to Private Patients Debate
Discussion in parliament over the federal Hospital Grant Scheme in which private patients might receive benefits under the plan. Mr Foley indicated that the scheme could extend to in-patients, with a national framework to determine eligibility and payments. The government faced questions about timing, funds, and how benefits would be shared between state and federal authorities.
Welcome Assured Migrants Wokart and Immigration Policy Debate
A fragmented clipping reports police and public actions in a dog bait search at New Farm after four dogs died, alongside an item about welcoming immigrants to Australia. It covers statements by Immigation Minister Calwell in Hobart urging large scale migration, with discussion of economic conditions, integration, and national policy. Also appears: ex-soldiers receiving sustenance in Britain and related repatriation notes.
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New Farm
Imenalana Kenn! Council
Timadaine
Mavay Biren
Wokart
Australia
Calwell
Mobart
Pantwat Cori
Vinore Thay
White Piper
Imamiera Ion
Lafim Bruhn
Alcatralla
Canady New Fisted
South Africa
Sonia
Black Tar Boon To Brisbane Council Says Lord Mayor
A fragment reports Alderman Chandian saying the council used black tar in Broken Hill to repair roads and alleviate a shortage of paving materials. The statement notes the material aided roadwork amid any implied urgency from city authorities.
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Ucavenger
Broken Hill
Pry
Milabene
Chandian
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Chas AW
Miley
Gene Sterne
Ratoni
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Royal Canberra Golf
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