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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 19, 1940
Page
7
The Bristane Fat Stock and Produce Brokers Association released a price report on pig and lamb markets at Cannon Hill. It notes firm rates for pigs and lambs with little change from prior expectations and mentions draft terms among the buyers and sellers.
Fragmented OCR item reports a range of local happenings including planned auctions, hospital moves, council debates, and upcoming concerts. It mentions Ward E Downey’s notice to relocate near the ex-y Govern Council, Windsor Seton Committee costs, a feature on a Patrionic concert funds, and various public notices. The piece also notes transport rationing impacts, a legal charge against Harold Moreton, and a series of injuries and medical updates.
A chaotic market tale describes Banana Pine trading slowed by disruptions. Source notes declines in demand, price drops, and shifting buyers with mixed results across regions and years.
The load of fruit arrivals showed strawberries notably heavy with solid demand while other fruits like papaya were lighter The report notes unusually high strawberry shipments caused a communication gap and a rare incident in transit without further details provided.
Local fruit markets show subdued activity amid lingering jitters as vendors note steady prices and cautious buyers. Officials urge orderly trade and monitor supplies to prevent shortages during upcoming festival period.
Fragmented OCR text mentions Sunspit Group and Ingo Jones with references to divisions and campaigns. The legible portions hint at a discussion of strategic divisions centered around 160 and references to Sim Autti Fraustow. No clear event, date, or locational details emerge.
A historic appeal from Herbert Geyre offering 12 women positions at a mechanical works, with up to 100 applications expected by week’s end. Names to be selected from a national list as eager applicants line up for industrial roles, reflecting wartime labor shifts and local recruitment in Melbourne.
Disjointed notes cite basketball fixtures and matchups, naming Ras, Matton, Grant, and Tahans within a jumble of eroded details. The fragment hints at a 30 Eros tally and a meeting at CWP with Earn and Pete, suggesting a scheduling or scoring confusion.
A fragmented OCR item reports on pigeon racing with scattered phrases and names. The readable parts mention a race event and local involvement, though funding, exact dates, and participants remain unclear.
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A clipped report lists profits paid to the Red Cross from a local firm’s sales during a period. It mentions Bedward Street and several local businesses including Thomas Brown and Bows Ltd and The Brewers’ Association, with a note of at least 100 paid in some form.
A Tasmanian two ALF members died and three were injured in a truck collision on a highway near Hobart. Victims include Ber Bajar EA Riley 60 of Nolin and Private Jonni Tromp 48 of Hobart. Funeral details and full names unclear due to damaged text.
London reports Major Bennett appointed to head a new Defence Corps tasked with civil defense during wartime. The plan includes a nationwide evacuation of civilians from major cities as part of Dominion government measures. An Associated Press dispatch notes senior officers coordinating with local authorities to implement the program.
A quirky old recipe notes to add sugar and a pinch of cinnamon to a pineapple drink, strain, and serve hot. The text hints at a warming winter beverage praised as popular and beneficial for lingering sore throats, though much is garbled.
Fragmented report on a synod motion pledging support to the British cause. Debate over funding, university subscriptions, and the establishment of colonial missions touches on clergy responsibilities, parish aid, and the church’s role in national service.
A level crossing collision between a single-carriage train and a vehicle in Koromit Cycle Anna Nor Williamstown results in one death, with the driver W Banner of Willamatown among the injured. The guard and several farmers also suffer injuries as five compartments burn and the front of the engine is damaged.
Fragmented OCR text references a 1940 shipping and classified section with mentions of bans, rewards, and various scattered terms. The legible items indicate a mix of shipping notices and classified entries, with no clear individuals, organizations, or concrete events readable.
Review praises the amateur cast led by Reg Mitchell and Marie Clark for a lively performance of Outward Bound. Frances Camark’s victory theme and Perry venue energy drive audience engagement while performers like Moyne Foe and Elitesbelti captivate with strong stage presence, despite scattered flaws.
Obscure court filing describes a divorce action involving Helen Latemghenee of Sarmon Pr and Tarnehonty names, with references to Rudin Gaveror Heomii and others. The document notes proceedings and a continued heating schedule, yielding a fragmentary legal notice.
A garbled campus notice describes students presenting a burlesque show with odd character names and roles. It mentions actors such as Bodpin and DuplesqQue, and references university figures and a senator. The fragment hints at a theatre event at an American college, with various quirky stage names and a ceremonial tone.
Obituary notes the death of William Breverie AB at Brisbane Crematorium after a long illness. He served in various positions and resided at multiple Brisbane districts before retirement in 193%. The notice mentions a private cremation yesterday.
The Brisbane Amateur Theatre plans to stage a production to aid war funds. Director MME W Hardgraves cites a Courier-Mail notice and notes proceeds will support the Australian Government Fund and patriotic drives. A previous October event raised funds for the same purpose.
A garbled report details a 1100 pound raised at a country race meeting in Longreach on a Thursday. It mentions attendance, local clubs, and a note about burglaries and security at the event, with scattered references to individuals and places.
A scrambled OCR fragment mentions reprisals and imprisonment, with scattered numbers and letters, lacking clear context or identifiable subjects or events. The readable bits do not form a coherent report or named entities to summarize meaningfully.
Fragmentary OCR text references an evening moment with various names and unclear actions. The readable portions mention Summers Soronder and a post schedule, but concrete event details, dates, or responsibilities are not present. The result is a fragmented note with insufficient context.
A noisy birthday note from New Farm marks one year of celebration with wishes for joy and luck. The message invokes fond memories and asks friends to send good thoughts and birthday gifts.
Sun and Moon data show May 12 at 0 00 am as the reference point for tides. The brief notes indicate lunar phase and expected high low tides around the usual coastal harbor times.
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