This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 31 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 01, 1934
Page
5
Federal and State government expenditure detailed for the Duke of Gloucester tour to Australia. The piece outlines estimated costs, transport, and ceremonial arrangements, including carriages, horses, and staffing, with notes on planning and route through Melbourne, Adelaide, and Sydney. It mentions comparisons with prior royal visits and the planned arrival timeline.
The readable text shows garbled lines and fragments about a show or document titled The Power and the Giory and mentions names like Wilh Mover and JEM Taney. The piece then references London and a looming binge, but key facts, entities, dates, or events are missing or unclear.
In Sydney on 20, the public and officials gave a cordial greeting to a visiting royal figure. The event highlighted strong ties between the royal party and Australia, with ceremonial arrangements and public interest shaping the welcome.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss a protracted organisa tion and substitutions in a distant court dispute. The garbled lines reference a prince, a foreign representative, and planned announcements, with scattered names and places that are unreadable.
A Sydney report quotes Mr Watson on changes from the prince to a new title, noting no practical effect on the area and no cost for commemorative medals. The discussion covers potential distractions but asserts minimal impact on governance.
The Commensener jar nailwaye announced yesterday revised rail concessions for Commonwealth and Victoria celebrations. Officials said the GYEH railway authority will extend reduced fares for travel Brisbane to Sydney and Sydney to Melbourne from October 11 to November 2, with special trains and express services altered during the period to accommodate Eucharistic events in Melbourne.
London dispatch says Prince George may skip a tour due to burden on him though the plan to visit Australia remains favored. Officials note the Duke of Gloucester Household intends to follow the late king’s wishes and travel by the Sussex route with Captain Howard Reh and Captain Edward Brook in attendance. The royal party would likely proceed after the Melbourne Cup as part of a broader Commonwealth visit strategy.
A domestic incident at Walvern ends with two children dead and a woman seriously wounded. David Turner and his wife Martha Turner are central figures as neighbors report a violent confrontation. Mary Turner, age 10, survived with severe injuries, while the family’s housekeeper says the couple had argued over wine and work pressures prior to the deaths. The couple had emigrated from Scotland several years earlier.
A long-drawn portrait of the Duke of Gloucester focusing on his main interest in horse racing and physical feats. The piece compares his character with Prince of Wales, notes his athletic past, and highlights his disdain for wealth while detailing public appearances, cultural pursuits, and a Mars-like appetite for sport and discipline.
A fragmentary report describes a Hungarian throne offer tied to a mysterious private projector and a public reaction. The piece references Christina's eatery, an old lady seeking a favor, and a planned morning meeting with a caregiver, naming Marcia Pouch and others in a tense, unclear scene.
A Courier-Mail excerpt notes Prince George appears tired after a demanding royal tour in Australasia. The page suggests royal cordiality remains despite fatigue and hints at future longer duties for the young prince as the monarchy plans its schedule.
At Guilanpur during Moharram celebrations police clashed with Muslims in Kapurthala district. Reports claim 22 killed and over 30 injured as troops fired on the mob amid religious tensions.
Reports describe a sweeping agitation by Bombay textile workers amid factory closures and police crackdowns. Leaders from unions like the Communist party allied to mobilize, pressing for job security and wage gains as authorities attempt to quell unrest through raids and sitdowns.
Engineers report 14.0 percent completion on a dangerous bridge project over the Guigee river. The long effort includes a lighthouse-like guide bank, sunk pipes, and a new 10,000 cost guide bank at Tats. Workers seek protective measures as flood waters rise.
Queensland leaders express confidence in Abe Anting-Premier as he returns to Brisbane from Melbourne Canberra and Sydney. Negotiations progress on timber tar paper pulp manufacture and lumber supply despite industrial concerns amid national finance and regional leadership in the wake of recent visits and talks.
The article reports that over 50 polar medals were announced tonight by the Governor-General. It notes a presentation connected with a 192A expedition, with awards described as part of a prominent ceremony. The text mentions Air Doula and a commander receiving a medal in a state event.
Fragmented notes describe Bryce returning to Sydney after a visit to Queensland and New Zealand. Mentions meeting with Prime Minister Povbenatteet and other officials. Scene hints at travels and unsettled arrangements with limited readable names and dates.
A foreign office announced that the Trade Protection Law takes effect today, granting the government retaliatory authority against imports to match food prices and stabilize exchange payments. It aims to enable Japan to act against a deteriorating trade situation, while officials expect mixed results as the law’s impact unfolds.
Fragmentary article discusses Britain, China, and Japan with emphasis on diplomacy and neutrality. It references Parliament, declarations, and a push for open air routes and unity, noting hopes for prosperity amid international tension.
A garbled report mentions Profit in Foxes UNGINDT AVILA BIR ARTHUR MAWHINES and names several individuals, with unclear figures like 272 pounds. The text suggests profits or losses, but the sentence structure is fragmented and names are uncertain, leaving the financial outcome obscured amid garbled phrases and stray terms.
In April news from the area, civic guards moved to quell unrest at a public platform event. Reported clashes involved baton use near a platform named for Urcling, with several charged for obstruction and telecommunication interference. Police from Cork Guards and local officers in Waterford and Lingle reported arrests as authorities sought order during the disturbance.
In a Calcutta event, swimmers completed grueling endurance efforts amid challenging conditions. Reports describe standout performances by local swimmers and visiting teams, with record attempts and tight finishes shaping the day's results.
An obscure note hints at express trains reaching 87 miles per hour on Dutch railways. The fragment mentions equipment and timing but is garbled, leaving unclear specifics about routes, dates, or official statements.
In a Sydney address dated April 30, the Prime Minister and Lyons defend free-market lines while opposing intensified production controls. They warn against dampening industrial growth and outline consultation with the United Kingdom and Dominions. The speech stresses maintaining agricultural support and reciprocal trade amid butter and other staple protections, signaling a cautious stance on broader restrictions.
Vague 1920s style notice outlines plans for a cruiser project. References to a Leander clan vessel of 7000 Tony and a Cockatoo site. No clear dates or firm organizations confirmed in the readable fragment.
Fragmentary OCR shows internal party tension over redistribution and electoral changes. Mentions representatives and transfers, with garbled names and places, implying a heated discussion about new electorate boundaries and candidate alignment.
An article reports ongoing discussions about Jewish settlement in Portuguese West Africa. It notes proposed relocation of Jews from Poland Austria and other areas, potential support from American and British groups, and Brazilian and other influences. Authorities consider options to secure autonomy and aid, with warnings of hardship if settlement proceeds.
A local notice reports the Mabel Forrest Fund closing with a modest total of £106 12s. Mrs. Mabel Parrest appears as organizer and the event notes a final tally that reflects limited contributions despite community support.
An international tax ruling, delivered in April at Sydney, favored by the commission, informs transfers and payments across several economies. The decision, discussed by Arthur Xrnent and others, signals potential shifts in tax handling for cross border transactions and the role of designated authorities in revenue collection.
A fragmented notice records a pending theatre opening titled Otthie G Dehe Maal at Arden Theatre, with sparse readable details on dates or organizers and no full cast or venue confirmation.
A distorted report outlines German critique of British warnings on currency and trade. It notes alleged British bias in economic explanations, cites foreign currency issues, and mentions observers and correspondents from Munich and London expressing cautious views on postwar German financial policy.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.