Trial Driver Lured By Rape Case On Christmas Day
A beleaguered Ipswich court heard a complex case centering on a Christmas Day fatality and alleged sexual assault. Witnesses described the defendant Hincks and a tense confrontation, while prosecutors sought to establish intent and involvement. The trial adjourned as evidence was presented and legal arguments continued.
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Ipswich
Hincks
Plainclothes Conmanteid
Marnie
Minty
Pam Arinee
Minick
Miler
Beninner
Te Singh
Nat Stielew
George Armetraing
Fledglings rapid progress in Archerfield cadet program
The Royal Australian Air Force cadets under the Empire Air Scheme at Archerfield show drastic changes in appearance and knowledge. Training or flight operations are planned with a three-mile inner and fourteen-mile outer radius airspace, strict sector limits, and timed arrivals to minimize collision risk as instructors guide trainees.
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Royal Australian Air Force
Empire Air Scheme
Archerfield
Serail Ip
Ewer
Eranegers
Wiidl
Mst
Telormiy
Trypan
Inter-muccadine
Roves
Vii
Mitchell Fire Damages 8 Room Dwellings In Mitchell
A fire at eight roomed dwellings owned by Mr CG Lansdown and the Mitchell Masonic Institute damaged the property. Estimated loss exceeds £2000 with contents insured for £450. Volunteers saved the Mitchell Ambulance Centre and the superintendent’s residence.
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Mitchell
CG. Lansdown
Mitchell” Masonic
JMA
Maxonic
Federal jobs for girls with long arms list of duties and dates
A garbled notice advertises federal job openings for young women with varied duties. It mentions required age 16 to 30, an application by February 24, and the examination process conducted by the Commonwealth Public Service, with salaries beginning at 1710 and duties in defense or steel-related roles.
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Commonwealth “Publi Service
Ingietur
Vanning
Hofmal
Mien Offiers
Asewalde Steel
New Comedian Delights at The Reval Show
A lively staged revue last night featured comedian Graham Mitchell and a troupe led by Reggie Lenton. The act showcased witty dialogue, musical numbers, and strong dance performances. Maggie Buckley, Don Hane Ina, Bobb Hunt, and the Beaily Ballet contributed polished turns in a warm January evening, with the crowd responding appreciatively.
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Graham Mitchell
Reggie Lenton
Espanola
Don Hane Ina
Maggie Buckley
Bobb. Hunt
Daley and
Pane
Hilo
Mickey Carolan
Hit Beaily Ballet
Jousiy
Air Force seeks 22 000 men for trainee fitters and more
In early 1940 a nationwide recruitment drive drew 22 000 applicants for air force trades including fitters and mechanics. About 21 728 offered for Fe dur Bote and 2900 already selected for further training. Many rejections due to lack of required qualifications. Openings remain for technicians in Wireless, Operator, and other skilled posts with paid training. Some vacancies to be filled soon across various locations.
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Air Force
Byare
Wireless
Bee
Taviore Riroing Orderies
Wleetrtlands Fauisiers
le Brlieve
Shaw
Genes Nimie
Sand Gardens at Lota Sand Gardens at Lota
A sand garnet contest at Lota drew about 30 competitors from Wynnum and Manly areas. Names listed include H Allous, Gretor Tenderson, Phillip Rallued, Mandy Vitor Shurdy, Joan Young, Glady Marshall, and Alderman Greene. The event was covered by The Sunday Mail and The Courier-Mail.
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Remyigge
Aia
Glady
Marshall & Repignade
Wenoum
Alderman & Greene Prenerind Heppeer
L'Dart
Moira
Conming-Mail
The
Sunday Mail
Church Society Moves for Christian Candidates
A Church of England meeting of the Mens Sorte Imro Rd discussed civic politics and considered aligning municipal candidacy with Christian principles. The chairman urged that city governance reflect Christian values while addressing whether candidates for Lord Mayor and aldermen should be discussed at the new monthly gathering.
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Smne Samunesiens
Cit Cotinelt
Churen
England
Mets Sovety
Chinen of
Mens Sorte Imro Rd
Tims
Mata
Shire Councils Seek Ban on Communists At Meeting
A noisy debate at a council meeting led by Mr G Bootinga Cowell and MLA Morris urged banning communists, arguing the need to balance social justice with security. Proposals included declaring anti-imperialist stances and urging wider support while warning against distant enforcement of such controls.
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Aurchell
Simans Nize Emus
Wnthe Matarion
Europe
Ion Uke Chin Wien
Balontie
Maiore Couhch
G.bootinga Cowell
A Morris
Nesta Howe
Baioline Council
Warne
Havish
Autis Counel
Feneem Memier
Nave
Labour Party
Morris
Labour Day Committee Chooses May Day Procession Plans
The Labour Day Committee decided to hold the usual procession along the city streets to the Exhibition Ground on May Day. A programme will follow and a smoke concert is planned for the evening of May 4. Mr. A C Million was elected chairman replacing Mr. Hol Harvey, president of the Trades and Labour Council. Mr. A. Munro was appointed minute secretary.
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A.C. Millon
Hol. Harvey
Trades and Labour
al Ixea
A. Munro
Amplifiers to Be Installed at St Johns Cathedral
Amplifiers will be installed in St Johns Cathedral this month costing £130 10s. A team associated with the Westminster Abbey project undertakes the work funded in part by the Women’s Guild contributing £127. The aim is to help attendees hear sermons clearly, especially at the High Altar, with costs possibly rising for all expenses.
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St Johns
Weatminster_Abbes
Brisbane
Women's Guild
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