09 May 1939
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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 09, 1939
Page
1
A compact notice notes a phone small in the mons ot mi a we value. The fragmentary text mentions a device and value placed on it. No clear organization, date, or location is identifiable from the readable portion.
The Times reports Berlin says Italy may mediate between Poland and Germany amid rising tensions. Mussolini reportedly supports Poland while Italian mediation faces mixed reception. Warsaw correspondent notes doubts over a possible German Italian military move and the need for cautious diplomacy.
Fragmented OCR text discusses Japan, Italy, and Germany amid talks on the Anti-Comintern Pact and potential broader alignment. Mentions Foreign Minister statements, overseas affairs, and unclear conclusions about negotiations and policy.
The Mow correspondent reports Germany may imposex church property with Vatican approval. A Papal Nuncio allegedly warned last Friday that consent was required, while other nations reportedly acted without it.
At wool sales opening in Yirlebune, buyers reported strong demand for military grade wool. Radford representatives showed interest, while other firms pressed for better quality and pricing. Sellers noted high values and cautious clearance, with 2891 bales altered and prices around 13 to 14 pounds per bale.
A garbled summary notes a Labour Party conference with mentions of leadership, decisions, and a representative. It references the Prime Minister and party factions, with scattered names and terms like Melbourne and federation. The text is fragmented, lacking clear events or outcomes.
Nearly 2000 troops from Enoggera camps prepared to march before Governor General Gowrie on his Queensland visit. He would inspect units at 11:30 am, view the 15/76th, 25th, Italians, the Australian Army Service Corps and other units. A demonstration with Lewis and Vickers weapons occurred, with details on training drills and a special troop train bringing the 47th Battalion from Bundaberg and surrounding areas to Enoggera.
Alderman announce the council has raised funds to cover a remaining 350000 requirement for defence and financial needs. The meeting discusses overdrawn accounts and delays in payments, with emphasis on future arrangements to ensure sufficient money is available.
The speech urges national unity and public service across Australia to counter threats and ensure safety and prosperity. It rails against prejudice, stresses cooperation among authorities, and endorses democratic rights for every individual to pursue their own life. The speaker highlights a vision of stronger federation and government work toward stable security and economic well being.
Five Federal ministers including the Prime Minister will tour Brisbane during the eight day Griffith by election campaign to back United Australia Party candidate. A civic reception is planned at 7:45 pm Friday at South Brisbane Technical College with air travel by night in and out of Brisbane.
The question asks whether the Duke of Kent would be the King's brother or hold the Governor General role in Australia. The duke is a royal titleholder and would not be the Governor General by birth. the Governor General is the monarch's representative appointed to serve in Australia.
Population data for Queensland shows an estimated year end total of 1 008 150 with males at 848 271 and females at 161 879. The Greater Brisbane area is about 349 000 with 189 000 males and 168 880 females, indicating Brisbane housing shares and regional growth patterns.
In Audieland New Zealand the old Folks tobacco ration program ends as officials cite rising annual costs and administrative challenges. News records indicate representatives acknowledged the program’s cessation will affect elderly inmates and related facilities.
The Duke of Windsor may cancel a planned 10 minute broadcast to the United States citing risk of untimely publicity. The NBC and Royal officials said the broadcast from Verdun would be postponed and not relayed to America, with Britain’s press noting the timing after recent battlefront events.
A garbled transcript cites a Sydney meeting of Lang figures and secretaries debating unity plan support. Delegates and executives discuss proposed DV positions, votes, and the Cabot movement in New South Wales, with unclear references to conference outcomes and interpretations.
In Melbourne a heated discussion centers on pension aid for soldiers’ children and proposed sums. Lady Parker and other officials discuss government aims, while unions and women's groups weigh the impact on families and national unity.
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