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Newspaper

Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

May 04, 1939

Page

2

Revolver Point Arrest in Early Morning Burglary Case

Richard Henry Burton, 24, labourer, was arrested by police after being found crouched near premises in Upper toma Sue on April 19. Charged with intent to commit theft, Burton allegedly entered James Highvale Pettigrew and Co shop on April 1, and the International Harvester warehouse on April 13, with further entries in Charles Parsons counting house and other businesses. Detective Sergeant J. E. Donovan prosecuted.

Sid Pistaclotven R. W. Chamberlain Richard Henry Burton Ott Gruins Toma Sue P.M. Hishun CPM Barton Prem Bupton James High-vale Pettigrew Clearge Becker Aradina Wa Pettigrew and Co International Harvester Go Pty la Uint Charles Parsons B Ahop Axel, Ari Reino Ruhanen Wene Bras J. E. Donovan

Appeal Lost By Farmer In Defamation Case

A defamation dispute from November 2000 saw farmer Thomas Francis Edwards lose in the Supreme Court against Wilfred Victor Christiansen over £950 in damages. The case, tied to dairy farm work near Goutmeri West, involved multiple alleged statements and appeals, with judges and officials debating publication timing and the severity of the damages while considering retrial or suspension of the judgment.

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Ear Ringing Relief: New Ear Nose Health Aid

A fragmentary item describes ear ringing and head noises, noting use of a vial and a product named Parmint Trouble-atrengths Ariguda 04. The text mentions hearing loss, mucus discharge, and prepay costs, urging readers with ear or throat issues to seek this remedy.

Seamen's Hall Appeal At Hamilton Report Details

The Brisbane branch of the Molin reports on Seamen's Hall in Hamilton with plans to raise funds and extend outreach. Attendance at chaplain services rose to 3387 with 2098 last year, while entertainment numbers climbed and the debt reduced, though overall profits remained modest.

Hamilton Weerrary Brisbane Molin Dalby Hetty Hoop Ie Ladien

Damages Sought Over Wardley Frock Maker Case

In the Manchester Empire Court yesterday Janelte Best of Bruswink Street Wadley sued for 200 pounds alleging defamation after a row over exclusive supply of frocks. Miss McDonald of Chavotie Street was involved. Best denied the charge, while defense pleads not guilty.

Janelte Best Bruswink Street Wadley Nelly McDonald Chavotie Birt Welles Beat Ind McDonnell East Wiss Mive McDonall Bext Shistin O'Sullivan Mark Chamber Miss McDonaie

Probate Granted For Estate Of Adolph Murer In New Farm

Probate records show the will for Adolph Priederich Wilhelm Murer of New Farm granted to Emily?, Richard Marsan, Mary McQuade, and Helenia Ohluen. The document notes death duties, unsettled debts, and assets including realty valued at 480 and personal property. Administration granted to Latieya of administration.

Will Adolph Priederich Wilhelm Murer Bugalew Drie

Fined For Consorting Archibal Thomie Wyle

Archibal Thomie Wyle was fined and imprisoned by Mr P M Donovan CPN in the Police Court yesterday for habitually consorting with criminals. The case notes indicate fines and a one year sentence, with mentions of Eric Johnstone of Mackay and Ace Cycle Works facing separate penalties.

Archibal ‘Thomie Wyle P.M. Dbnon Polive Hoourt Fenry' Atv Cals Eric Johnstone Mackay Ta Ang Ace Cycle Works Busitinnis

Big Church Meetings Train Presbyterians and Congregationalists

In Brisbane the Presbyterian and Congregational churches prepare busy weeks with the Queensland Presbyterian Assembly opening at St Andrews on Tuesday. May 18 marks the Congregational Union conference in Brisbane. The assembly will install Rev A C Kennedy as news Moderator General, while Rev John Mackenzie of Toorak will be welcomed. Proceedings start at 9:30 am in Ann Street Church and cover widow and orphan support for ministers.

Presbyterian Brisbane Presbyterian Church of A.C. Kennedy Presbyterial Church of Australia John’ Mackenzie Toorak Melbourne Joan Flynn Ausiteiing Inland Missions Ann Street Probaly Earablinn Queensland Presbyterian Home Militinnatiex Halle Creek Masionary_ Union Bu'Andrew PW Gieshagy Skermadh Deleenten Tram Arunne Annie Tinton Lise Winon Sud Taabel E Merry Victor Auth Australia Win Ruckahow Whnifted Keb New Zealand Jgsepht Abernethy Amtraiian Union Mtr AP Campbell FA Kennedy Ul He Preral Most Vultice Street South Brsbane Ipswich

Brisbane Musicians Union forms orchestral class with ABC

Australia’s Musicians Union agrees with the Australian Broadcasting Commission and Queensland District to train union members for top Brisbane celebrity orchestral concerts under guest conductors. The plan includes selection by audition and integration into ABC augmented orchestras, with conductor W Athen directing rehearsals over the next two weeks.

Btondcasting Commission Queensland The Musicianal Union Brisbane ABC T. E Howley Fd Pratt Ay Musicians’ Union Par

Kellogg's All-Bran Promises Gentle Regularity

An advertisement extols Kellogg's All-Bran as bulk to relieve constipation naturally. It claims the cereal absorbs water like a sponge and softens stools, aiding elimination. Readers are urged to eat All-Bran daily with milk and sugar, and to buy Kellogg's from local retailers.

Kellogg's Aegis

Waterfront Peace Demands Drive Port Talk

Renata MacDonald and ministerial figures press for calm on the waterfront as an inquiry under the Transport Work Act proceeds. A team led by the Attorney General visits several ports including Townsville Bowen and Mackay, with plans to brief lawmakers in Canberra.

Renata MacDonald Mit Rapheni Townsville Port Dougie Cairtis Tontsfail Meuriigan Bowen Biindabers Canberra Senate

Japanese Pearl Grounded Plans for Action

A messy clipping reports Japanese Pearl grounds events with plans and suspicions. It notes Japanese nationals and public concern in Broome and Melbourne, mentioning vessel movements and expected arrivals, with a focus on safety aboard ships near Nine Mile Beach.

Broome Roonte Sno Tie Pearing Grouhen Nuwety Mile Beach Vestoraay Nuvety Maile Beach

Ex-Constable Fined For Deserting Post

Adelaide police court heard Stanley Douglas Willams a former foreman roller constable plead not guilty to deserting his post at Bellwaga station on December 8. He faced four charges of passing valueless cheques and was brought before the court for penalties. The magistrate noted the case as the first of its kind in the state and imposed a maximum fine of £10.

Adelaide Stanley Douglas Willams Behnen Hie Beliwaga Police Vlatton Muirhead

Park panel weighs closing tennis court over tree issue

The City Center park committee discussed closing a tennis court due to a shedding tree at Kal thaw Park after reviewing a letter from the Kalinga Presbyterian Church Tennis Club. The club had complained the tree was littering the court.

Kalinga Presbyteria Chivreh ‘Tennis Club Kal Thaw Park

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