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Newspaper

Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jun 08, 1937

Page

5

Alleged Murder Case under St George Bridge Sends Mullen to Court

Harold Mullen faced a Wilful Murder charge in St George for the death of Ernest Brown. The trial heard Brown was shot after an argument at a bridge near Mill Creek. Witnesses described Brown's bottle, the rifle, and the moments leading to the shooting, with Brown dying from head wounds. Mullen claimed self defense claiming Brown advanced with a rifle.

St. George Cou South Wales Harold Thomas Mullen Penrith Mullen A. B. Hansen P.M Ernest Harry Brown Bey Milgate Japilrate Alk. Bennett Aoliestor Taden Spector A. M. Moloney New South Wales Police Sid Oruindee Thomas Walter Molle Creek Tehran Bergen E'Nasen Pales Howe Pare Gomedia Carp Ted Milan Wurring Verther Shea Cains George Aishey Royal Hive Neowin Eainn Momine Amdeneid Gladstone St George Esrawri Thumay Bown Ouierlye Sergean McFive Mullens Browneines Rail Intil Stade

Statement of Mary Brown and McRae case recounts travel and hotel stay

An alleged statement details a three year acquaintance with Mary Brown, travels to Dongen Wyong Peukin and Maroubra, and a hotel stay where Brown and Mullen were intoxicated. The record notes conversations with Jim Bellen and Trevor, a visit to The Mere hotel for 95 nights, and a witness account of Brown and Mullen at a reserve on Balonne River. Police inquiries and a court hearing are referenced with mentions of payments and a potential smoking gun.

Caeant McRae Brown Neo Elonys Contha Arid Trev Tamora Aimerre Uae Mary Brown McRae Jim Bellen Méree Sydney Wyong Es Byshey Marang Peukin Maroubra Aye Witnees Mullen Balonne Thallon- le Cheater Dickie

Gilbert Leaves Hospital to Aim for June 26 Return

Fred Gilbert, Queensland Rugby League halfback, left hospital after injuries sustained in the Saturday match with New South Wales. Sydney experts assess his recovery progress as he eyes a potential comeback for the inter-state fixture on June 26, with doctors hopeful he can rejoin training soon.

Fred Gilbert Queensland New South Wales Gilbert Ena Holgaine Sydney Shee Gliber New South Wales Rugby League HL Sunderland New South Lonane Quinlan Benulte Wressiman Berney Miller

Doctors Say Oversupply May Strain Heart Care

Historical doctors warn that the medical profession appears crowded with too many physicians to adequately handle heart disease patients. Professor Mengins from the University of Canada notes the risk of fatigue and infection, urging caution and better distribution of medical services. A public talk titled Circulation Counter, Its Cause and Cure was announced as part of a broader discussion on addressing influenza and vascular health.

Jj Aweratla Eaacer Merwbe Virux

Quarry Plans Reported for Ashgrove Site

Fragmented report indicates Ashgrove quarry plans discussed by city officials. Mentions a fifteen year supply and proposed funding, with references to a chairperson and interim offers. Text is garbled but suggests a municipal decision on quarry operations and financial terms.

Milk Price Increase Sought By Retail Milk Vendors

Retail Milk Vendors Association plans a price rise of at least a quarter per quart, pending Price Fixing Commissioner decision. Meeting set for Thursday to discuss stance as farmers push for higher prices. current supply pattern and early deliveries noted amid tariff and wage considerations.

Asinela Mialoner Galion Ste Relali Vetintors Aeosiavon Althouah Po Jace L.nice Iward Prasey JanBame Rallers Deaitland

World's Oldest Couple To Marry

Mail Special Correspondent reports in Warsaw on June 6 that Magdalene Niedziatkonka and Antoni Mroz, a 107 year old woman and 98 year old man from southern Poland, plan marriage. Magdalene has outlived three husbands and had intended to wed a man seventy years younger, but chose Antoni despite age differences.

Mail Warsaw Magdalene Niedziatkonka Antoni “Mroz Poland Magdalene

Street Musicians Thrill as Springboks Play

In Melbourne a lively street musical group entertained Springboks amid a tense rugby match. The performers spurred crowd energy, while soldiers watched nearby as the scene unfolded with a mix of pride and unease.

Group Areas Plan for Tilley UAP Branch Approved

A plan to divide the Tilley UAP branch area was approved amid discussion of structure and leadership. The meeting covered supervision, cooperation with the federation, and the move to reorganize the local group with aims to improve efficiency and control across the territory.

U.A.P Ion Mr. B. Goigensud Htm Habe Bradgar Sory

Died From Injuries and Pneumonia Farmstead Tragedy

A farmer named Yjovse Goodall, found on his property Monday, died from injuries and pneumonia. He had been struck by a yelle way vehicle near Nis Lierke, not far from a distant location, and lay on the cold ground all night. Leon Head sustained injuries and presented with pain.

Yjovse Goodall Nis Lierke Leon

Rugby Union Team Surprl 3s at the Rise Nice Matar

The rugby team delivers a surprising performance with crucial forward play. Jaa Seon baited, and commentary notes fare 19. Team and officials discuss the outcome and prospects after the match.

Nice Matar Bote Jaa” Seon

Empire air mail base selections in Gulf area report

Acting Minister Thorby announced Karumbah near Normanton was chosen as a base for Empire air mail ships in Gulf of Carpentaria. Second stop planned in the area faced objections at Roper River and Venderi. survey underway. Ground facilities and maintenance centres to support operations were outlined, with costs around 140,000 pounds and further shore improvements planned at Darwin and Brisbane.

Avstigauim Mir Therry

Building Board From Cane Building Board From Cane

Cyclone warnings swept the New South Wales coast as Nieuw Holland reported damage and ships delayed. Air services were disrupted with some abandoned. rainfall and gusts disrupted the central coast and Manning River. Newcastle to Sydney shipping faced veering, with aerial and sea transport flux, while plans for relief and flood alerts continued.

Jdney Nieuw Holland Remsral Newcastle Aloe Manning River Pigteay Sitter Baturcay

Angel of the Blackout in Rabaul Hotel Turmoil

In Rabaul the Big Black-nut ty Men at the hotel of Mr. and Mrs. Bignell draw crowds as power cuts and a drawn out blackout strain daily life. Figures like Acting Administrator Judge Phillips and Mrs. McNicoll appear amid a chaotic scene with locals seeking meals and news while repairs and police actions unfold.

Rabaul Biknell

Fatal collapse at bridge party shocks Dixon crowd

Rescue crews responded to a bridge party collapse in Dixon yesterday after Agnes Herdrreen Ried aged 141 was taken to Milton hospital in critical condition and later died. Authorities did not release full details pending investigation.

Agnes "Herdrreen Ried Dixon “Atreer Auchentinwer Ted Tery Fae Deeler Milton

Fire on Derelict Boats Off Victoria Point

A Sunday incident reports a blaze aboard derelict vessels near Victoria Point and Pearl Island. Boats fled toward the water, with crews abandoning ships as flames and wreckage drifted in heavy seas and wind. An engine fire gutted a vessel near Narrow Neck, and other craft broke away or were towed to safety. Several boats were damaged, with one owner reported missing at sea.

Serena Vietona Point MPC Clere Pararlise Piteen Toray Nareow Neck Sewurlity Als Tolelaf Thie Aga

Air service to St George explored amid possible tests

The article discusses potential air service to St George, noting a twin engine aircraft joining the company’s plan and awaiting inspections. Experts anticipate tests on possible days in the near future as the service contemplates routes and feasibility with the new machine arriving from England.

AIR Service ST. George Werkly Air Sete Rubato Non Warwick Tagewoot Coan Sino Ricesatin bin Lid Anit Pio Allege Bane New de Havland McMariice Will de England Fermi

A City Girl Sails Into The Never Never Home

A city girl settles down in Burketown during a quiet morning, described with local color and names. The piece centers on her arrival, routine, and a note about community life and kinship, with mentions of a homestead, a station, and a keeper of gossip.

Burketown Allence Med Down Pringie Sean Lise Sue Cesar

Basic wage reform debated by Trades and Labour Council

June 30 meeting discusses new wage framework and commission plans to set a fairer base rate. April 7 increases raised adult male to 0. and adult female to 0. Decisions aim to improve data methods and standardize weekly minimums, with commissions to report back and council action anticipated.

Agilemrevive Trades Lapour Cowles Regomnmand & Better Baais The Trades and Lanows Connell Gophenasn Connery Oraphaniae

Mr Maher On Silence Of Mr Pease In Townsville

The opposition leader speaks on Mr Pease's silence while Labour pushes a plan to fund schemes by paying off American bondholders. Mr Maher suggests a strategy involving Chayrene to manage the rate and settle debts, aiming to influence bondholders in America.

Maher Pease Townsvilly America Maner

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