15 Mar 1939
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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 15, 1939
Page
1
Canberra report states Attorney General and Industry Minister Menzies resigns from the Federal Cabinet after the government abandons the National Insurance Scheme for a medical service plan. Prime Minister to appoint a successor. Lyons expects to name the new AG within days. The cabinet crisis is deemed unlikely beyond this.
A long statement by the minister outlines reasons for his resignation, admitting frequent disagreements with the cabinet on important matters. He defends national insurance plans and pace of reforms while pledging to uphold expectations of his electors amid political tension and calls for unity. Continued on Page 3.
Fragmented OCR text discusses pensions, defense spending, and rising government costs. It analyzes parliamentary debates on budget policy, emphasizing the need to balance social welfare with tax burdens. The tone reflects period rhetoric on national security and fiscal restraint.
Heavy rain caused floods across the city and surrounding districts. Roads and bridges were damaged, telephone lines were cut, and sewage systems overflowed with water across Wynnum Manly Breakfast Creek Newmarket and Kelvin Grove. Fire and rescue crews battled rising waters as vehicles and residents faced inundation.
An extended discussion outlines proposed changes to medical insurance with government backing. Officials indicate a shift to reduced employer and worker contributions and a move toward a universal scheme. The plan seeks Parliament approval and aims for a new system to start in the coming year.
Sydney approves a new General Post Office. The government plans 1000000 pounds for the project. The decision allows immediate expenditure with a first stage slated to begin soon at the present site. Protests had urged saving the landmark building. The Federal Gables committee will monitor the work as construction starts.
At a recent council meeting Alderman A Tult proposed a motion that sparked consternation and protest from some members. The item was deferred due to apparent procedural concerns and lack of consensus among councilors.
Auckland note reports a controversial court ruling on the Decameron, deemed indecent due to sexual content. Court decision questioned guidelines and posed issues for publication legality and public morality.
Courier-Mail reports German troops advancing in Bohemia Moravia and near Iglau as the Slovak cabinet resigns and Dr Thy key figures claim independence. Berlin signals support while Prague protests and warns of broader occupation and self determination aims.
A garbled report describes German support for Slovakia seeking independence under German influence and German troops moving toward major towns. It notes explosions near Bratnava and Pyawue railway disruption, with casualties and police actions as Allied forces respond.
Wool sales in Brisbane show wider and stronger demand yet prices hold firm at prior levels. Totals around £200,000 across two days with 1330 bales reported in the Brisbane totals. Buyers include Bradford and German agents with Americans purchasing a limited fleece run. Withdrawals remain modest as dealers note thinner consignments and ongoing market uncertainty.
Report from London notes Hungarian forces firing across the border into Czechoslovak territory. Troops allegedly advanced and occupied Merhezymije and Munkicevo with prisoners taken. Hungary also claims to have occupied Palnick and Tornion as tensions rise along the Hungaria Ruthenian frontier amid Vienna award disputes.
March 14 London reports a boxing ring colour scheme prepared for television including a Buttercup yellow canopy and royal blue trim. The plan aims to present a tasteful vintage look as announcers and staff prepare for the bout.
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