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Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jul 26, 1939

Page

2

Railwaymen Seek Increases Ahead of Wage Talks

The Combined Railway Unions seeking higher pay for guards and conductors, supported by the Railway Traff ic Federation, appeared before the Industrial Court. Proposals included annual rise to £280 and ¥40 allowances, with court adjourned to consider claims as railway staff pressed for improved conditions.

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One Union Promoted at Queensland Public Service Conference

A motion at the Brisbane conference starting August 7 seeks a single union of public servants in Queensland. Delegates from the Queen’s Government Professional Officers Association will argue for unified representation, with talks covering pensions, pay, and extended leave. The conference will also discuss equal pay and responses to government policies affecting workers.

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Subways Urgent Debate Moves City Works Committee

City Council Friday discussed the Works Committee report on subway projects and cost estimates. Aldermen debated pedestrian safety, curb costs, and whether to proceed with continuing review before any formal approval.

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Land Experts In Conference Discuss Rural Development

The Chief Judge of the Arbitration Court heard a conference on rural development with land and industry leaders and union officials. They weighed wage parity, hours, and safety rules, aiming to advise government on plans affecting workers and employers across Queensland and Western Australia.

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Mr Hughes May Round Up Australian Nazis

Mr Hughes urges action within days to detain aliens and counter suspected espionage as he warns the government may face deeds. Probate granted hints at unsettled estates and financial claims amid a Brisbane inquiry.

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Feared Disgrace in Court Case

The Coroner's Court heard testimony over the alleged actions of Mrs Clarke and family relations. A Henry Leahy and Mrs Crisp gave evidence while police recounted the events that led to the inquiry. Witnesses were examined by Sergeant Pilkington as the inquest proceeded.

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Tax Regulators Cite Rockhampton Workers in Court

A group of named workers including Percival Wallace Bremner of Rockhampton and Clement Walker of Childers faced fines by the Summons Court yesterday for alleged tax related offenses. The report lists multiple tradesmen and contractors from various towns, with penalties ranging to several pounds each as part of the tax information process.

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Youths Sent For Trial Richard Bowden and Partners

In a Police Court hearing three youths named Richard Bowden twenty labourer Leslie Desmond Jones eighteen labourer and Des mond Gortney Dyer seven were remanded for trial on burglary charges. They were alleged to have attempted to break into premises near Le Mugler Pu Ca Milton with intent to commit crime. Detective Gontanie led the case.

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Snow Blankets New Zealand Towns Amid Severe Storms

Heavy snowfall closes roads and disrupts travel in Auckland and Canterbury regions. Reports of one to two feet in exposed areas and blizzard conditions suggest widespread disruption. Residents cope as flights and services face delays while authorities issue advisories.

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High Court upholds Tasmania flour tax grant

Sydney reports the High Court's majority decision upholding the fourpence flour tax scheme aimed at a home consumption price for wheat. The ruling narrows discretionary powers across states, with specific regard to Tasmania’s special treatment and constitutional limits on parliamentary taxation.

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