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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 30, 1944
Page
3
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Readers described as the Premier's campaign push rises amid wartime measures. Navy and Air Force personnel step in to lead a city parade in King George Square as the campaign officially opens, with quotes about vowing victory and the effort to fund loans.
In Canberra on Wednesday Senator Brand urged amending the tax code to exempt pay and allowances of servicemen from taxation until discharge or cessation of hostilities. Senator Keane opposed the amendment, arguing it would be impractical and costly. The proposal aimed to remove income tax on military pay beyond normal weekly deductions, with potential future testing and retesting by tax authorities.
Wartime Parliament debates reducing pension and tax deductions for the VDC. Government officials discuss veteran support, impact on households, and potential savings, while opponents urge cautious steps. The discussion references broader wartime finances and public morale.
In a Supreme Court session yesterday John Geyer testified that J N Devey appeared aware of his actions while signing a codicil to his will dated October 10 1942. The proceedings referenced Deveys mental state amid a broader dispute over his estate and related matters involving several named individuals and dates.
A jagged report details objections to unsafe food handling and proposed reforms at a local market area. Citizens and officials clash over remedies including transitions and enforcement. Names such as Charles Arirchell and John Devay appear amid claims of legal actions and fines.
Witnesses before Coroner Mr Tingate testified today that the partly burnt body found in a culvert near Albury on September 1, 1934, was Anne Philomena Morgan. The hearing noted disruptions from a cyclone in the far north and flood damage affecting towns, transport, and railway services, including Towraville and nearby lines, with trains delayed and services disrupted.
In a Melbourne proceeding, statements suggest Philomena Morgan may be the daughter Anne Pilon and the body found at Sydney Autveraty could be hers. Witnesses discuss a guess of mistaken identity, with detectives and officials probing links to a former police sergeant and a suspected murder in Queenland.
Fragmented OCR describes a murder case with names such as Po se l Ampton and George Harbid Brona, noting a trial date and mentions of a woman involved, a residence, a kitchen stove, and a yard scene. The text is garbled but centers on a court proceeding for a killing charge.
Dr Philp presided over a Country Party meeting backing candidate J Edwards for Nanen. Electors missed speeches as crowds gathered in Townsville and Annerley, fearing the next smell would arrive without warning.
The House debates a libel suit involving the Federal Capital Territory authorities and individual defendants over a Canberra Times article March 1 alleging corruption by a House clerk. The case centers on published parliamentary reporting and the accuracy of official records.
A truck carrying petrol burst into flames on the Pacific Highway causing a near hour delay. The vessel reportedly carried about 43 40 gallon drums of petrol, with at least one drum believed damaged but the main body and owner details are unclear from the damaged OCR.
New Guinea training reports crews drawn from Australian Liberator forces with decorated members among the group. The article lists aircrew names including Reynolds, Ragmunt, Surres, Mason Preckerr, Mosman, Pilying Officer, and others, noting their missions over Germany and the Low Countries.
Pineapple growers comply with government controls to divert 50 percent of entrant carloads. The Pinegrowers’ committee, led by Mr W A Mawbey, reported that deliveries from March 21 to March 31 would require adjustments. Estimated loadings between dates total about 26 800 cases for factories and 1 000 for the tree market, with shipments to local and interstate markets amid regulatory actions.
A disrupted cinema inquiry centers on a poster outside King Street showing a film titled The Masked Mourner Case. The adjourned Cooney case was noted as adjourned with Mr Read telephoning the Crown Law Department and the licence manager stating the film had not begun screening.
Unclear figures from Commonwealth statistics show a sharp decline in farm labor and a drop in women workers. Employment in factories fell from 242 080 before the war to 230 000 in March, with total domestic workers shrinking and retail jobs also decreasing as the outbreak affected earnings and operations.
Journal text fragment describes patrol actions and tensions involving Japanese patrols and troops, referencing a leader and a party in a camp. The legible bits suggest official information from Milling W.A. and concerns over disruptions and nationality tensions.
Vague OCR text describes a fundraising campaign during wartime urging support for Victory Loan bonds. Mentions bonds, money conversion from words to funds, and a public drive with references to local figures and events. The passage is fragmented but centers on financial mobilization for the war effort.
Queensland officials announce the first call on potatoes amid a disrupted Brisbane tour process. The muddled report cites misheard names and places, with references to Elviluvn Foconuntitg Msi and Severs, while Foret argues for improved service quality and sustained supply.
George Morris 43 engineer of Alexandria was found dead in his car at Miller's Point City with twelve bullet wounds. The scene at 5.30 am today pointed to a targeted attack, while detectives pursued leads and questioned associates as authorities investigated possible perps and motives.
A coroner directs a man to stand trial as police report a spate of incidents in the city. Witnesses describe a violent attack near a parked bar late last night with several bystanders detailing the chaos and fear among patrons.
In a grim tragedy a son of Reverend Wheller, an airman, died in an accident during a mission. The incident occurred as Doakfny and Wheller were stationed at She Prosiient eeoh of the Tyre Afey Umass, with Hallet and Wheto among those affected. Details remain sparse as authorities investigate the crash near the arghane Rows Catiner.
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