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Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jul 26, 1939

Page

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Labour Likely to Lift Register Ban Assurances By J Menzies

Melbourne reports indicate the threatened boycott of the National Register may end after Prime Minister Menzies met with the Federal Labour Advisory Committee. The advisory body and the Australasian Council of Trades Unions endorsed the assurances, promising protections for workers in government contracts and penalties for breaches, with emphasis on overseas service conscription and union rights.

Labour J. Menzies Melbourne National Register Mr. Menzies Federal Labour Advisory Committee Menzies Australasian Council of Trades Unions Wallon Autor Partuamede Leil Tgveleia

Debates on conscription and defence policy in parliament

The report outlines discussions on a national conscription pledge for overseas service, government provisions under the Supply and Development Act, and potential amendments. It notes parliamentary representations, cabinet considerations, and defense assurances, with reference to Australia and broader wartime policies and procedures.

Performing elephant soars between ship and shore

A fragmented report describes a performing elephant swinging through the air from ship to shore during a brief halt near Archerfield yesterday morning. The odd scene touched Townaville and Adelaide bound travelers as aircraft loomed above, with unclear subsequent actions or destinations.

Prisbanes Vaniy Archerfield Townaville Adelaide

Basic Wage Highest in Australia

The Full Bench of the Federal Court set wage increases for adults and young workers in Australia. The decision raises basin wages across states including Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia. The scheme aims to lift pay rates next week, with further comparisons to other regions planned.

Turion FIA Sydney Melbourne Adelaide Perth

Labour Party Attitude on Labour Committees and Protests

In Sydney a Labour leadership statement discusses the Labour Advisory and a reform push in Parliament. It notes militant union activity, potential hearings in civil court, and calls for broader Labour support while warning against anti democracy stances as workers face pay and condition concerns amid industrial actions.

Woman Helps To Rob Post Office in Mansfield

Fragmentary OCR describes a raid near Mansfield where a woman aided two men in robbing a post office, general store, and mail route near Mourne. Postman George Redfern was assaulted, with suspects fleeing toward Mantied. Police tracked leads among witnesses and a search followed, with tense pursuit and a report of a high speed chase.

George Redfern Mansfield Ian Nares

Football Tickets Required On Federal Pay Sheet

Federal Interior Department workers will be required to mimic football admission tickets during work hours tomorrow. Departments will close in the afternoon while staff observe a special pay rule and time shifts. the event marks a historic game between Carlton and Mawthorm.

Canberra Canterra Bntween Vestrielan Eagle Kole Intalate

7000000 Population End Of Year Doping Coursing Debate

Canberra and Australia face a heated debate over a seven million population end of year penalty linked to dog doping. The Courier-Mail reports wordy discussions on owners and trainers facing action, possible bans from meetings, and tests for doped dogs. Population figures for states and territories are cited, highlighting New South Wales Queensland Western Australia and the ACT. The piece notes a rise in population to seven million and references forthcoming measures to curb doping in the coursing world.

Queenaraad Courier-Mail Exnecay Wandation Wino Soninaime Monraine Rainey Canberra Cumany Australia New South Wales Queensland Wester Australia Tasmania Norther Territory Australian Capital Territory

Wealth Cards Demand Surges Ahead in Commonwealth

An urgent order for 1,000,000 more wealth cards is issued as demand from register turds grows. officials note 2,700,000 issued so far with unclear totals including Western Australia delays, and figures exclude a whole state.

Canberra Tvenday Commonwealth Wilson Wilne Saitesa Unis Winge Faray Western Australia Melbourne

Hitler's Third Reich Crisis Reported From Warsaw Paper

A Warsaw daily reports from a Dostring Ludowy source that Hitler faced a nervous breakdown amid mounting tensions. The piece notes the Bayreuth Festival was restrained to avoid provoking unrest as Hitler retired to Berchtesgaden following a strain from internal rivalries and army leadership pressures.

al Annetier Bayreuth Warsaw Drsinark Ludowy Berchtesgarden

Spender Proposes Abolishing State Parliaments in Australia

Sydney Tuesday Assistant Federal Treasurer Mr. Spender calls for a complete revision of the commonwealth Constitution. He says the people would back abolishing State Parliaments and hints at a new non partisan movement if a national parliament has broader powers. He stresses education of the public before any change and notes unemployment and industry as key issues.

Sydney Nsw Thesday Spender Wee Upender Wlatementa Studi Bates Dion Industela Condition Commonwealth Merpender Cor Frederick Stewart Commisonens Bert Ueovide Prenrnevatvona Wayne

Rise In Bread Price Follows Flour Tax Standstill

The article notes a likely price rise for bread within days due to no flour tax increase. Bakers seek relief, arguing higher costs from increased wages and overhead. Public concern grows as households struggle to afford staples amid price pressures.

Alfie Tor Carter

Permanent Army Plan Debated by Australian Cabinet

Melbourne reports a proposal to create a permanent army of 7500 men, to be decided during the Budget session. The Lyons Ministry faces whether to fund 1.25 million pounds in the first year for battalions and artillery units or reroute funds, with tax measures possible.

Melbourne Inesaay Canberra Monny Mouikters Lyons Squires

Marooned Sailors Stranded After Ship Fails

Report from Omerland New Zealand describes a crew left ashore when their vessel ran out of water and fuel after a gale. They faced muting weather and long wait as efforts to rescue them stalled. Bowen Port remains distant, with rescuers scrambling to reach the stranded laborers.

Omerland Gaberatae Baweri Mnes Saturn Bowen

Canton River Blockade Intensifies British War Effort

Reported in The Mercement, a Japanese Army emphasis on controlling Canton area prompts a British concession. Lord Halifax cites expectations the anti-British campaign will ease as Japanese forces plan to blockade the Canton River and guard coastal waters near the settlement.

Mercement China Lord Halifax House of Lords Eniin Guid Vesday Hang Wang Canton Thorway Shameental Shuanghat Dauty Paulin Party Shanes Standing, Hope Honan

British and American Stances On Allies and China Policy

The Washington consensus casts doubt on a US deal with Japan akin to Britain and Japan, while Britain’s stance appears cautious. Reports say the United States will study Japan’s attitude toward foreign interests as new Senator Hiram Hobostay comments. Observers warn that aligning with Britain could provoke clashes with China and risk arms embargo constraints if war escalates. The New York Times and Herald-Tribune note signs of pressure in the US Congress to remain aloof while Britain presses for firm defense of treaty rights and greater focus on Europe.

United States Washington Daima Siailer Beitain Japan America Jupar Hiram Jlobastay United Blass Britain Pirallels Bilmson Haltsepan New York United Stains Chain Thorne China Invernu Onagustantans Anya Merald-Tribune Bso Iniely Walence

Fragmentary OCR Note From unidentified Page

A cryptic OCR fragment references coordinates and letters with no clear names dates or events. The readable text offers no coherent person, place, organization, or action to summarize into a valid news item.

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