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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 19, 1946
Page
1
The Australian Railways Union and the Federated Union of Locomotive Enginemen pledged to cease work at midnight, with potential disruption for over 10,000 suburban travelers. Government and transport officials discussed emergency measures and regulations to mitigate impact while services pause.
The cabinet leader Mr Hanlon presided at the meeting as the government weighs extending wartime controls and restraining railway workers while calling for unity with unions. The report notes promises of no victimisation of rail staff and a secret ballot on the dispute as miners and railway men face penalties and potential stoppages.
Industrial Court to hear the case of railway unions seeking to restrain a planned strike. The Australian Federation and unions oppose a work stoppage threatening railway services. Proceedings include affidavits from union officials and consideration of the proposed pay and conditions changes under the Railway Award.
A violent tornado ripped through River Rouge Michigan Sandwich Ontario Windsor Ontario killing and injuring numerous people. Reports describe missing spouses and children of a local manufacturer Nelson Jones and widespread property damage as debris and bodies were carried away by strong winds. The disaster disrupted traffic and special detachments assisted in recovery and relief efforts.
A fragment notes that some Malaya Alf described as rabble, with reference to The trained Australia, in unclear wording from an OCR segment. The item hints at a political or social label applied to Malaya Alf, but specifics are unreadable.
Parliament Secretary for Food Dr Faith Summerskill told a Brean conference the domestic soap ration would be slashed by one seventh starting Sunday for children under a certain age. Summerskill cited shortages of tallow and world supply strains as reasons, noting government actions to secure supplies and prevent rumors about broader cuts.
Brigadier Derek Schreiber and staff arrive in London for demobilization planning. Amid reports of Japanese and Gurkha troop movements, Australian officers discuss reinforcements, discipline issues, and the looming Allied strategy in the Asia theater. The exchange hints at broader wartime tensions and reorganization.
A chaotic report details new bloodshed in Jewish attacks linked to pacific talks. Anat the attacks near Allenby Bridge and Haifa left several dead, including two women, with rioting and large-scale damage across Palestine. British forces and Palestine police faced widespread violence as tensions rose amid negotiations.
A cryptic racing item notes a 7000 guinea bid for a dog in a noon event at Jung 15 marked special. It references the 1000 guineas and a shared greyhound Savere Win go favorite, with unclear details about whether the bid was accepted or if the dog ran.
ANSERRA Tuesday Members of a Federal Labour Caucus plan to resume tomorrow with Prime Minister Chifley expected to provide details on proposed income tax reductions. They cite confusion from last night’s statement and seek a clear outline of effects and the reduction scale on overall revenue and government finances.
Australasian reports discuss a food parcel reduction affecting low income taxpayers and the method of allocation, with figures and rates debated by the Food Ministry. The article also covers government plans on social spending and possible tax adjustments, and mentions global financial concerns as Sydney presses for a wartime relief strategy.
Fragmentary text shows a discussion in the House of Commons with references to Opposition Teaters and Canada. Mentions London conversations and a remark about Cassada and a pledge to never more grates the Bruel Coms manwearth.
Bevin outlines a plan on Trieste as a major step toward international control under the United Nations. His remarks suggest shaping a divided fate for the port to stabilize Europe and address postwar territorial questions. The proposal, conveyed by a correspondent, hints at strong U.S. influence and potential arrangements with Britain and Italy.
Parliament met to adjourn in the wake of a gun mouth revess as the Unite reading continues. The House of Representatives and Senate adjourned to the morrow amid government instability. Senator ReGator REALE and Brown were elected to the vacancy following Senator Kennva's death.
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