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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 06, 1938
Page
1
The minister urged settlement by arbitration in the rail strike crisis. A stalemate persisted with threats of general stoppages and temporary transfers noted as the parties argued over pay and conditions. Officials warned of possible crisis ahead of next Wednesday payday.
Grievances by locomotive enginemen accuse management of rapid transfers to dodge layoff payments, non payment of converted train allowances when away from quarters, and ending meal periods for suburban crews. Debate centers on transfers, temporary station issues, and related variances under an award.
Report on a work meeting where union and company officials clashed over compensation and job terms. The dispute centers on quarter hour payments for certain tasks, overtime rules, and how passive time is counted. The commissioner's reply and unions’ counterarguments highlight tensions over wage practices and subdivision travel issues.
A report from the Combined Committee discusses food provisions and proposed actions. It notes delays, price considerations, and possible citings for Malt styes while awaiting instructions from headquarters. The Union of Locomotive Enginemen expresses concern over pending guidance and arbitration.
A poultry farmer was arrested at Wentworthville and charged with attempting to administer arsenic to a woman patient at a hospital. Police and medical officials investigated sudden illness and traces of arsenic were found, with doctors treating the patient and monitoring recovery prospects.
An Labour caucus session is discussed with notes on pre-session preparation. The Treasurer and ministers review finances and confirm procedures for opening Parliament. The text references heating, a capt point, and the date for opening, with aspects of party leadership and procedural steps.
A fragmentary report notes Princess Aw Zuhra, sister of Beth Kaypt, as a claimant or candidate related to the Iranian throne. Details are unclear in the garbled text, but the reference links to a royal line and succession.
An informal race yesterday from Sydney featured Backmarker, Carinthia, and Qantas flying boat Coore. Carinthia, heading to New Gaines, led briefly after Archerfield arrival at 1:07 am, about 15 minutes ahead of Cartthia as Coore followed from Brisbane in a separate leg.
At yesterday’s City Council meeting Aldermen alleged that payments were made to keep single men employed over married workers at sewerage projects. The Lord Mayor promised immediate investigation and postponed a planned holiday. Claims of favoritism and victimization were raised by union representatives and others, with reports of men being kept on miners’ wages or discharged despite families to support.
Rain saved Australia from defeat as a match against Yorkshire at Sheffield was abandoned at 4 pm with Australia 67 runs short of victory after wickets fell early. Heavy rain caused a pause at 2:30 and officials deemed the surface unplayable, leaving the game a draw.
The score board lists players Pigginton Bowen Massett Verity Howes Smaceley Sellers Verity and others with runs and dismissals noted. The passage references innings details, player names, and brief cricketing action as part of a UK and Commonwealth era score report with occasional editorial notices about contracts and government recommendations.
The Federal Cabinet authorised comprehensive terms of reference for the Royal Commission to investigate payments to doctors and medical service aspects of the national insurance scheme. The commission and personnel were announced by the Prime Minister. Details include travel expenses and rate structures for the current financial year with various local rates and half-yearly installments.
Federal government reports a surplus shortfall and record deficits with receipts at 280.46 million and expenditures around 305.39 million. Treasurer Casey explains higher pension costs and revised revenue expectations, noting a 3.8 percent rise in spending and a 1.88 million above budget estimate. Detailed figures appear on page 2.
Taxation returns and related notices appear across pages, including Brisbane addresses and dates. The material references the Commissioner of Taxes, penalties, and instructions on filing deadlines, with scattered mentions of Adelaide and Perth figures and building details.
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