Preference for Ex-Servicemen Editorial Sparks Debate
The Courier Mail editorial argues against exclusive job preferences for ex servicemen. It notes postwar employment aims should serve all, questions how to balance union loyalty with fair access, and warns against discrimination that could hurt returning veterans. It urges government pledge to legislate protections and expects state action.
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Australasian Council of, ‘Trades Unicon
Australis
Middle East
New Guinea
Arpumant le
Nean
Ustot
Exserviceman Woll
Australia
A.c.twu
Britain
North Africa
High Seas
Lasgueux
Russia Opens Battle for North Rumania War Coon
chaotic OCR summary notes Soviet aims to cut supply lines from Odessa toward Poland. References to German divisions, railway cuts between Tarasopol and Proskurov, and Allied expectations. Mentions U S veterans trapping Japs and mentions Fiji and Taiwan theater amid broad wartime chatter.
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Russia
North
Rumania
Comrie Mall
Rowth
Odessa
Poland
Renalance
Faeticin E
Higher Pay Sought By State Servants
The State Service Union filed an application in court seeking higher pay for public servants. They argue current scales range from 43 to 1800 pounds per year, with proposed increases to ore substantial figures for both male and female staff after set years of service. The union asserts long-service pay should rise to a new maximum across all years of tenure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Sarvice Union
Ing
AMD Peart
Te Claumpitie Austfoem
Pntaanatic
Queensland sugar industry urged federal aid to hit 650000 tons
The Commonwealth Government was urged to back the Queensland sugar industry to reach a 650000 ton target for the 1945 season. Premier Cooper and the Queensland Cane Growers Council spoke of prioritising sugar, fertilizer, tractors, and labour to boost output, with officials noting immediate difficulties and prior tractor reconditioning.
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Queensland
Coanarvadasda
Ade
Allied Works
Ceraral
Ube
Inelidine Gavauy
Bon- BU
Samnping
Framaport Parimetie
Wukar
Burien
Hsioon
Lim Austruan Y
Ampeiition Mes F.C P
Guriewins
Instigutiat
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Chern
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Queensland Cane Growers
Counc
Tae R. Muls
AWC
Nel
Fragmented OCR Angers Over Aid Debate in Britain
An unclear, heavily garbled OCR passage discusses aid wording and legislative tensions between Britain and the United States. It mentions Congress, Britain’s response, and accusations of large scale domestic influence, with references to aid, manufacturing, and policy shifts amid wartime concerns.
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England
Rit Finer Hs
United Sates
Adication
Sistagne Stivers Fritain and
Ge Gn Company
Uminglun
Eta
Bohie
Cilain
Brains
Britain
Underground Death Trials And Torture Network Report
Fragmented OCR text describes underground laborers facing torture and detention linked to a resistance network. Mentions individuals like Povhey, Clary, and Beeman, plus references to taxes, spying, and wartime oppression. Includes vague mentions of Vichy regime collaboration and Gestapo-era actions.
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Pinere Povbey
Tial
Genset
Tom
France
Beeman
Diniba
Andre Iteveler
Everibud
Eure
Church Voices in The Peace Conference Prohibition Debate
A speech by Rev H G Waller outlines Methodists’ stance on liquor issues before the Commonwealth Federation and Leagues. Bishop Moyer, leaders of the United Federated League, and MDAC members push for temperance while seeking broader public support and education programs.
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Fang
Methodiat
Stabda
Ffeduetian
Demains
Planes From America Earned Major Aviation Figureheads
An unclear fragment references large numbers of aircraft components such as engines and pistons sent from America. The legible names and context are insufficient to identify a specific event, date, or organization.
Airmen Return From Britain In War News
Fragmentary wartime note recalls airmen returning from Britain with references to commanders Tolman and O G, hinting at operations and awards. Names and details are garbled but imply Allied air units and involvement in patrols or missions.
Princeton conference sparks fears of race war and policy backlash
A fragmented report from a Princeton gathering warns that without moderation of white policy, a racial war could erupt in 30 years. The talk, featuring Dr J. Moyes and other academics, critiques international and domestic tensions, warning of political and military pressure amid rising fear.
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Princeton
J. 5. Moyas
Moyes
South
Amercan
United Nations
Acme
MacARTHUR'S COMMUNIQUE NORTHERN PACIFIC NAVAL AIR OPERATIONS
War brief from NORTH-WESTERN SECTOR and SOUTH-EASTERN SECTOR reports reconnaissance activity and artillery duels near New Ireland New Britain Solomon Islands. It notes naval and air patrols around Salami Gur and nearby targets including coastal shipping and airfields with limited intervention and shelling of enemy positions.
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Merceye Coonan
Mle
Ener Machrtinr Eaiquarter
Reconnassentior
Admiralty
Tone
Hasbage
Navalita
Enerty Frm Hatutries
Aamata
Marpaaty
Areca
Bwaahip
Aia Waterfront
al Ier Gouiea
Ana
Hiei Vile
Atsietien Bae
Dutmelog
Tepe
New Guinea
Women and children face rationed aid and policies
The article describes wartime provisions, coupons, and government programs affecting families, including mothers and children, with references to U.S. Army involvement, shortages, and social relief measures. It notes discussions in Parliament and by officials on support and price controls.
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A. Balanyi
Ben Uiven
Wetter Coupene
Hornes
U.S. Army
U.S.A
Ealefron
Ain
Ssonomie Control Regurg Wes
Light fruit markets and farm produce notices
Fragmented transcript shows references to a light fruit market and farm produce, mentioning prices, a state director, and a plan for a three hour free shopping window. It notes children returning from school and parents collecting them, with vague references to community efforts and local officials.
Clothes Sent to Quadruplets in London Event
A garbled London dispatch reports Army and allied units receiving clothing for quadruplets. It mentions a Mother, several names, and constant arrivals of outfits, with unclear details about officials and locations. The text includes misread words and disrupted phrases, but centers on garments reaching a family and authorities in London.
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S.W
London
Mareh 7
Pacha
Nurnes
Donald Cots
Vesta
Tet Rochn
Nara
Carpenter
Belgians Ordered to Leave Ostend Amid Evacuation
A fragment reports Belgians instructed to vacate Ostend and move inland as German forces threaten the port area. Unclear lines mention evacuees arriving in Brussels and references to military movements and casualties.
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Ostend
Brusuel Kiem
Unity Report Reveals Malta Magnesium Trade and War Context
Fragmentary report notes that magnesium shipments were sold at reduced rates to Japan via Yugoslavia and other intermediaries. Officials trace a complex network involving Donor committee members and business figures, claiming Allied and axis interests influenced pricing and distribution.
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Yugoslavia
Bead Titwate
Fu Beer
Hehe
Ts Figo
Sri Tye Ton
Itl
Ackara
Fae
Willerd Dow
Dona Lave
Chereal
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Trtlah
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Japan
Magna Jy Riaa coruIuEaue
Fom Tks
Salen Barbow
Mediare
Britain
Pete
Becaura
Neeniise
Hig
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Appraising 50 000 Les Il and Legal Battle Outcome
A court in Bulimba yesterday heard arguments in a high profile case involving Rennes Watkins and Antton foe Maren over an 8M writ. Judge Le Page reserved judgment after evidence from Cairncrosy Cane and Concvimalare Feneral.
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