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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1939
Page
20
The torn OCR fragment provides sparse names and places but no distinct event or outcome. Readable nouns include personal names and possible locations, yet key actions, dates, or affiliations remain obscured. No verifiable facts to confirm a specific news item or notice.
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An Australian Royal Commission hearing reveals Director of Works Sydney James Orwin faced a dilemma between acting on written signing instructions or following telephone information not confirmed. He later received a telegram instructing to ensure the contract was not rigged, with testimony detailing political and departmental pressures surrounding the GIAO contract.
Fragmentary OCR shows theatre ads and notices for Gaiety Theatre and others with references to Mary, Joe Grant, and John Doe entities. includes titles like Storm Over Bengal, Orphan Annie, Next Fame, and The Great Vale alongside civic and administrative names and locations.
Fragmented OCR notes discuss Mackay harbour project with possible August fifth opening. Mentions board, elevations, engineer input, and local approvals. Describes delays, proposals, and potential completion around late summer with contractors and officials named in scattered fragments.
The Brisbane defence parade attracted crowds along city streets led by Governor Sir Leslie Wilson and Sir Tak Lathan amid military and naval displays. More than 180 troops were unable to join, yet the procession from North Quay through Queen Street to Anzac Square drew wide attention and official commendations, with figures such as Brigadier E M Williams and Sir John Larham in attendance.
Police report describes a case where Halter and Nevin faced charges over using live possums in greyhound training. The court heard Halter admitted involvement and the pair were accused of selling injured animals for training. Investigations note suspicions of organized mistreatment and potential sentencing details were discussed.
Aboard the Guba Guba left Covpstor Dingo Garcia at 425 Eastern last night. A Navy wireless message from Adenta reported Captain PG Tayl tor that the Torecant Tram ILNES and Manchester, based at Mega Garcia, forecast fine weather. The crew logged 830 tem and 2000 Fort visibility with 15 miles. Reports described wind, radar, and navigation updates, noting a detour near Diego Garcia due to weather. The vessel’s position was tracked by dead reckoning and chart-room calculations, with coordinates and anticipated next waypoint to be monitored by Captain Taylor and the Arawling crew.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a party agreement term as the basis of representation. It indicates a plan to alter relations within the group, with references to Beccary MaSMAPEETE and other unclear entities. The text signals an avoided split but lacks full context or identifiable names.
Hobart diary entry notes a birthday gift from a father to Miss Ogilvie, describing a simple present. The document mentions an anniversary and suggests the gift was the single item given, a reminder of her birth.
Markets show a softer tendency with lighter trading across exchanges. Lamb prices fell while pigs showed firmness at Cannon Hill salon. Potatoes remained in good demand at Roma Street markets. See Finance and Commerce pages 20 and 21.
A seaman aged about 40 died suddenly aboard the Alloy A vessel tied at the Cold Stores Wharf last night before reaching hospital. The body was taken to the Avnrean for a post mortem today.
The Brisbane Queensland Ambulance Transport Brigade will cease all gambling activities amid a successful fundraising scheme. About 20 000 members joined, contributing £10 each to support free ambulance services and a new transport initiative. The committee chair M r Pud rs on announced the decision amid plans for a public night to raise funds without gambling. The move aims to maintain services while reducing fundraising needs.
Subscriptions totalled 90 000 from Commonwealth Superannuation Board and 20 000 from Launceston Bank Tor Savings to a 4 750 000 loan. Mr Spender, Assistant Treasurer, says the loan offers tax advantages and differs by investor location and income. The article notes the investor tax implications and mentions past proposals related to the loan.
Aldermen criticise the council budget as a 160000 Commonwealth Bank grant to the loan fund is largely used. A credit balance remains about 41927 with 90000 expected later, prompting talk of borrowing from America or London. The Lord Mayor says borrowing may occur before June 30 to cover year needs, while Aldermen urge openness and timely budget presentation and policy clarity.
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