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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 18, 1939
Page
8
The June quarter shows lower bank lending as deposits retreat from March peaks. Advances eased while deposits remained near record highs, with drought concerns and exports pressures dampening credit demand. Banks indicate they will limit lending until monetary liquidity improves, awaiting policy signals from the Commonwealth Bank.
Terms for the proposed acquisition of Aurea Bile and Bradford Mills are agreed by Bradford Cotton Mills. Assets valued and shares issued include 93.007 £ 2 old per Gii elmulative shares. Directors acknowledge expansion of the textile industry across Australia, with Bradford Cotton Mills noting involvement. Presence in Bradford cotton remains central to the plan as talks continue.
Fragmented OCR notes discuss Southern Pacific Insurance and an advance during the life of someone named Walter Carpenter. Mentions company act and a wary tone about expansion being wound down and described as more temporary than permanent.
A rough tiered contest ended in a draw as Masayy Team hosted Suuennady 1 at home. Key players from both sides produced sustained pressure with several near misses and late exchanges.
Fragmentary OCR text shows scattered phrases about sheep market steadiness and potential financial references. Readable items mention steady conditions and general market tone, with unclear proper nouns or dates. The article appears to summarize a livestock market update without clear names or locations.
Market observers report robust cattle demand in Adelaide with buyers competing at gains. Trade shows steady activity across dairy and beef segments, while exporters monitor price signals shaping future sales.
The report notes trading activity at Brinbane Stock Exchange with shares rising amid a trend toward higher rates. Investors were observed bidding for several issues, while market officials described cautious optimism and ongoing volatility in the city.
A cryptic market note reports quiet steady demand for gold scrip with small share movements on the Brisbane exchange and scattered activity in Sydney. The text is garbled with missing words but conveys a calm trend and note of gold scrip trading across several exchanges.
The report covers mining activity around Mt. Morgan Utah with yields, expenditures, and stock listings. It notes quarterly financials, digger productivity, and regional market movements including Royales exchange items and dividend lists.
Out or Norm Browen Mil Ltd showed a rise for the year ended June 30 with feed content increasing by 9774 tone to A008 tac Jan dhe albeer convent higher. production rose by ART temstel 07 tons. A new concentrating mill began operations in April, signaling increased output despite prior declines.
In a fragmented market report buyers show steady interest in fresh berries with Oasis Farm and Valley Growers cited among sellers. Local vendors note healthy weekend demand though some crates remain unsold as weather cooperates.
A schooner named Prarling sank after a collision off a coast, dragging 200,000 Japanese losses reported in a shipping incident. The Kateho Star, sighted earlier, arrived with 180 tons of cargo and crew members were rescued with no life lost in the immediate rescue.
A government lab project in Melbourne is described as the National Standards Laboratory. The in charge minister, Mr Caseyt, notes construction and staffing with a view to operations likely within six months. The facility will study and standardize experimental processes amid defense related activity.
In Rockhampton on Monday Reverend Alfred Cooleth, 42, single, Anglican clergyman, was struck by a hit and run driver while walking. He suffered a head injury and was found at the scene in a stunned condition. Police pursued a lead involving a vehicle description.
A high speed collision near Kalgoorlie ended when a vehicle struck a telegraph pole. One person was killed and two others were injured. The deceased was Richard Byete, 29, of Kalgoorlie. Also injured were Punh Man Finnie Davidsen and Crit anway Acre.
In Towneville a local show fundraiser drew scrutiny after a contested award, with alleged irregularities and confusion over eligibility. Officials investigate a junior entry cited as Cuniningham while other contestants and judges remain unnamed.
A garbled report details movements in currencies and a dispute over a legacy linked to the West End Bymasogue Lands. Names mentioned include Mr Rony Coney and Meena Or Adhey, with references to a rebate and a legacy amount connected to the estate.
The Brisbane Menai and PATE weather map shows fluctuating pressure patterns and a developing cold front. Metropolis forecasts indicate cooler temperatures, variable winds, and possible showers across the western regions with a trend toward lighter rain bands in the Tar west area.
Radio schedule lists Hymns of All Churches at 1 00 pm and The Crimson Trail and The Party Sifters among evening programs. It covers concert hall pieces, weather, news, and various musical segments featuring Artur Schnabel, Kilner, and other performers across multiple stations.
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