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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 13, 1945
Page
3
Across miles the flood's reach devastates homes and roads. Emergency crews pull residents from submerged areas as waters rise, leaving communities cut off and supplies dwindling. Officials warn of ongoing rescues and extended displacement.
A flooded Murwillumbah scene reveals panicked residents and police rescue amid rising waters. Reports describe damaged post office, scattered parcels, and letters swept away as rescuers assist by crane and boat.
A large number of passengers remain marooned amid rail disruptions near Weak In New town and Croshes. Authorities report heavy drain on operations while services between Ayjadnew gud and Keomet Re fylited struggle to resume. An 82 percent special train from Kama reel is hindered by ongoing issues with no clear timetable for return to normal service.
Weather readers report a wet spell in Brisbane and New South Wales with unprecedented rainfall. Temperatures remain near seasonal highs while storms flood streets and threaten supplies. Local crews battle water damage as emergency plans activate to secure housing and rescue stranded residents.
Cairns director Roberts, linked to Cairns War Reck Prison near Townsville, was found guilty by the court on two counts. He received concurrent terms totaling ten years in prison and was ordered to pay costs. The case involved a company tied to Beit Marketinig and a district judge's decision noted in the court record.
Fragmented text mentions beds, bunks, and a naval context with officials and legal terms. Key names appear garbled. references to mattress or bed making and a court or government setting are noted but details are unclear. The piece reads as a fragmented report on bed arrangements and a legal or administrative discussion.
Fragmented OCR notes describe blanket drops by the RAAF C47 near Lismore and Hood victims. The garbled text mentions 20 bales of 25 units each and references Beasley Tatis, Howey, and Guat Fea. It preserves names and places with minimal clarity.
The Returned Soldiers' League in Cairns urged the government to raise pay by 6d a day for all personnel in combat areas, tax-free and treated as civilians on discharge. The move aimed to boost war service benefits with a broader coverage, as Congress debated equitable compensation and cost of living impacts.
Fragmented report notes the Sunday ban on selling Golden Casket tickets provoking a cabinet protest. Attorney General Mr Gledson and Shop Assistants representatives voiced opposition, claiming government action misrepresents plans and affects workers.
Fragmented OCR text reports that 1000 Army vehicles were sold here through the Commonwealth Disposals Commission in Queensland. The garaging association president commented on client disappointment with delivery delays and delivery fluency.
Ward stated in a representative meeting that current travel regulations remain valid. The discussion covered rule validity, past orders, and potential impacts on interstate transport and compliance.
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