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Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jan 10, 1939

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Heat Wave Claims 200 Lives Across States

Report cites a deadly two day heat wave causing around 200 deaths in multiple states and Australia. Victims include seniors and children. Australia records deaths in New South Wales Victoria and Western Australia amid high temperatures. Officials warn of continuing heat as records fall and temperatures rise across regions.

Vinee New South Wales Albury Foltepach Btrenip Victoria Western Australia

Weather extends record of extreme heat across regions

The report notes record heat with 1128 degrees and 117 degrees at Port Augusta and Eyre Peninsula, while Brisbane and Adelaide observe unusually high temperatures. It mentions showers near Port Nor i and forecasts from the Weather Bureau, detailing daily highs and a notable minimum.

Adela Garta Mowler'e Bay Port Augusta the Weather Bureau Ora Rt Slaanangal A.B. Wenaratt Brisbane Sony Tah & Gratton Melbourne Hobart

Fire and Rescue Near Timber Settlement In Northern Frontier

A forest blaze swept the ridges and gullies near a timber mill, trapping families in huts. Rescue teams and locals fought flames for hours, later evacuating twenty men, women, and children to safety as huts burned, while surrounding refugees sheltered with residents. Officials warned of continued danger to the timber area and nearby communities.

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Captain’s Fear of Mutiny Stirs Ship Fines in Sydney Court

In Central Police Court Captain Wenderthy of the City of Delhi seeks a severe example after six lascars plead guilty to mutinous conduct aboard the steamer. He argues punishment should deter future insubordination as the ship nears America. The interpreter notes the men faced hard labor and possible further penalties while the captain criticizes lack of supply and discipline aboard.

Sydney America Wenderthy Delhi Central Duillage Chemien Orfel Berthy Pronested Artion Nak Ory Abe Inglewood Tea Fen Rome

Victorian Bush Fires Claim Two Lives in Grim Toll

Two forestry workers died in Victorian bush fires as dozens of houses burned and livestock perished. Rescue efforts saved 20 women and children near Enea, but winds threatened containment with estimates of over 70 houses destroyed and thousands of acres scorched. Local authorities warned the worst may still come as fires raged across Dromana Erica and surrounding areas.

Melbourne Victorian Forestry Commissioners Dromana Erica Enea

Six Areas Now Menaced by Exploding Fire Fronts

Six fires threaten eastern Victorkell with strong winds forecast for tomorrow. The Mt Slide fire spreading toward Narhethong, the Maryaville area blaze, the Toombullop Forest outbreak likely Victoria’s largest, a Powelltown to Ferien chain, the Kiowa Valley fire, and a new northeast edge near Walu pose near-term danger with little chance of containment if winds persist.

Ansiety Victorkell Ainst Serious Mt. Slide Narhethong Maryaville Toombullop Victoria Powelltown Ferien Kiowa Valley Nxtreme Walu

Strong rivals to Bradman for Melbourne secretaryship

A Melbourne Cricket Club canvass lists V S Ransford and W Caitlin as leading rivals for the vacant secretary position. Others named include Tormey Victorian international player and J J Bradman. The report notes Bradman’s candidacy faces several strong contenders and uncertain salary terms.

Bradman Bradner EARCO

War Race On in Spain War Race On in Spain

The Hendaye Times correspondent reports a critical phase in the Spanish civil war with Republicans pressed at Betremudury and Seville Burgas fronts while the Nationalists tighten near Cordoba. A Republican push toward Tarragona and Barcelona prompts Franco’s forces to reinforce, as signals from the battlefront suggest a slowing Nationalist advance.

London Times Seville Burgas Cordoba Barcelan Cat Prancote Pratica

Queenslander wins 1949 Memorial Trophy in London

Queensland born Mimon awarded the 1949 Joboxton Memorial Trophy by The Tavire Gulia of Air Pilots and navigators for its Atlantic life in the Mercury Swet. Captain D CT Rentwt leads the ceremony in London as the year’s best flight honors are announced.

London Dct Rentwt Joboxton Tavire Gulia Naviea Lion

Australia Faces Air Mission's Australian Challenge

London dispatch notes Britain's air mission to Australia prompts speculation on Australia’s defense needs. The article suggests Australia seeks a stronger own air force, more bombers, and naval links in the Far East, with cooperation from Britain and the Commonwealth, including bases in Singapore and India.

Horne Bualrieas Australia Commonwealth Far East Alnenpore Fleet Air Arm

Fire on ship in Pacific with 300 passengers aboard

Report describes a Pacific steamer departing from Panama toward Auckland with 300 passengers and cargo. A fire is stated to be in the hold under the shelter deck while officials in London and the United States monitor control near the vessel, about 300 miles away.

Pacific London Stearverrumutaka Board Auckland Trom Panama South Pacific Stati Inger Aavieen Enn Varah i

Fragmentary text from another page yields terse note

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Shield Gate Record In 2 Days

Brodman remains the standout in Australian cricket as South Australia versus Queensland yields a record gate in Brisbane for a Shet-Hild Shield match after only two days. Wendman and Queensland’s late surge boosted attendance, with 280 runs in the innings and notable centuries from Whitcombe and Ridings. The report notes Bradman’s 42 and ongoing rivalry as Australian cricket eyes further records.

Brodman Queensland Brisbane Wendman Ube Fueensland

Truck Nearly Hits Train in Bundamba Incident

A truck nearly collided with a train near Bundamba causing damage to the vehicle and train gear. The crash impacted property and halted travel as drivers swerved to avoid a collision. no serious injuries are reported.

Knockli Jendur Arid Nurs Pollards Traneport Edward Gireetity Warsick

U S Plans World's Best Battleship Fleet Expansion

The Navy Department completes designs for the world’s largest and fastest battleship program alongside two existing 48,000 ton ships. Nine Vincalibro guns planned with extra tonnage for thicker armor. Estimated cost about 110 million dollars per ship. Ships to impact Panama Canal security and overall U.S. naval power amid expansion of shipyards in New York and Philadelphia.

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Plan for Convoys Admiralty Forming Defence

A wartime report from London outlines Admiralty plans to form convoy defenses against submarine and surface threats. It notes beacons, escort ships, and air patrols as the core of protecting merchant convoys from possible attacks, with emphasis on securing longer routes and fortifying anti submarine measures.

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