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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1938
Page
1
Canton suffers widespread destruction as Japan conducts its eighth daily air raid. More than 1000 people killed or maimed. a French hospital is shattered and a Red Cross unit lays out 45 corpses. Y.M.C.A. suffers heavy casualties amid intense bombing. officials claim naval raiders avoided civilian targets.
In Sydney two days after Reverend Thom arrived with his wife and two sons, a letter demanding £100 threatened to kidnap a son. Detectives allege the note was written to intimidate the family and investigations trace the sender. Authorities report multiple youths were arrested in relation to the case.
The roadway at Queen Adelaide Street near the Peters Bight will be permanently opened as work on the light and traffic system is completed. Tests between noon and 4 am showed satisfactory results, with signals operating between Hem and Hem. Street inspections continue and lights will be shown until midnight.
The Canton bombing by Japanese forces is estimated to have left about 7,500 civilians dead or injured as 13 military sites and batteries were hit. The report notes subsequent hopes that Chinese defenses and allied actions would prevent further civilian tolls.
Regional doctors to be appointed to the medical services under the time will be appointed soon by They will be selected from the ranks of general practitioners in such State and will be salaried officers of the Government.
A report from Sydney notes Prime Minister Lyons plans a extensive tour of Queensland and other states in late July, with stops to observe development works and to renew friendships. The piece mentions gas incidents at a North Sydney workshop, safety concerns, and ongoing discussions about medical insurance schemes and contractor regulations.
Fragmentary notes mark the Messines battle anniversary tied to the 1917 offensive. The report references divisions and casualties, noting thousands of Allied losses and a significant British operation. The garbled text lists units and a memorial tone for those who perished.
London reports a wild scene in Le Touquet involving Jim Mollison during Whitsun holidays. A fine of 250 francs was imposed for drunken behavior and lying, with authorities warning of possible further action. Onlookers described a chaotic night as Mollison moved from a bar to gambling rooms, prompting radio coverage and public commentary on the incident.
A historic reform agenda outlines appointments to oversee general practice and allied services. The plan seeks authoritative oversight, standardization, and smoother operations across the English medical system with appointed leaders and reforms to core procedures.
The Commonwealth's loan of 10,250,000 was over subscribed by 125,000. Federal Treasurer Mr Casey announced that 10,378,000 had been invested by 10,200 subscribers. Proceeds will fund government works and defence projects.
The report outlines creation of meteorological zones to refine seasonal forecasts for Tong range and Canberia. It notes that zone divides will guide drought alerts and heat warnings and aim to provide accurate rainfall and temperature expectations for planning.
Fragmented notes describe a global project to study weather impacts and governance. Mentions UN and World Weather Bureau, Bris bane, and international research on planetary conditions and cooperation against climate risks.
The second Test competition entry form is published. entries close on June 22. Pull particulars on Page 12.7 for details and timing.
Esxix chase 153 in second innings as Australia collapses amid bold 50 by McCabe and a 42 run stand by Walker and Ward. Ward and others pull Essex back from precarious start. multiple wickets fall in late orders.
Delegation from the Federal Council discusses the Payne Pletcher report on Northern Territory development. Minister McEwen plans a Central and Northern Australia tour to gather interests. findings will guide recommendations to government. The general aim is to advance devolution and development for the Northern Territory amid ongoing discussions.
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