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 15 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 19, 1936
Page
4
The article reports on Brisbane water authorities debating fish supply rights and producer margins while criticizing aldermen over debt, revenue, and open market reforms. It details the fish trade dominated by mullet, distribution challenges, and potential state involvement impacting open markets and producer returns.
Fragmented OCR text shows garbled forecast lines and scattered names. The readable portion mentions weather today, temperatures, and a few names or places, but specifics are unclear. The item appears as a mixed weather forecast with partial event notes from an old issue.
In Austin governments debate budgets and rising debts, urging tighter economy on public works. Officials note debt rose to £198,000,000 with reduced interest payments, while critics argue taxpayer funds should back private growth and curb overall taxes to spur employment.
Weather notes scattered coastal rain and frost inland. Reports of showers along the coast with lingering wet conditions over the continent. Winds are moderate to fresh southerly with periods of cooler temperatures and a generally unsettled outlook through Friday.
The governor general to visit Alouvor area in early August to inspect the Dueling Downs and attend the Rivale Nations Exhibition. Sir Leslie Waar and Lord Mayor Aherean Jones spoke of a welcoming ceremony at City Hall on August 8, with arrival planned in Brisbane in August.
A government statement from Captain Johnstone of the Civil Aviation Branch in Brisbane outlines a new administrative building for Archerfield. The project aims to provide additional accommodation and will include a wireless communications setup as part of the expansion.
Fragmentary text suggests a meeting discussing company stake, orders, and a call to abandon impractical business in shareholders interests. Mentions commissions, county orders, and a note about a dangerous topic labeled Tomorrow: Dangerous Pop at New Bard.
Fragmentary OCR recounts Captain Cook naming places in 1770 and British figures such as the Earl of Mulgrave, with references to Maritime surveys, colonial names, and misread notes on Geoffrey Morrison and Goodfmen Bay. The text includes garbled spellings and unclear facts about place naming and dates.
Chinese B A Defends Civil Servants in Canberra say no evidence of cabbery among telegraphs and Customs staff. Mr Charles Give Foe Lee, newly joined in Cartberis Customs, reports no cabbery. Jary Bachelor of Art at Queenan University comments on university preclusion and service section.
A deteriorated OCR fragment describes a fundraising appeal for a theatre event with a £4000 target. Mentions donations of £10 10s and airline mail or post elements, plus references to dates and a committee effort. The readable text is fragmented and lacks clear names or locations.
Mr R. Man to study soil erosion in Queensland with Prof. Oddyard and Dr. White coordinating at the Pree Suen oF AgHCNItreusd Block. Field survey will compare conditions between developed lands and newly settled areas as rabbit migration and land deterioration threaten agriculture. The project, guided by Dr. Everts, aims to identify causes, including erosion by furred pests, and seek remedies.
The minister urged adoption of Australian nomenclature for wines to avoid European descriptions and to promote sales. He called for aligning trade naming with national identity, arguing that established global reputations depend on authentic local labeling.
A fragmented report recalls a shipwreck near Bird Island and a rescue attempt. It mentions a steamer named Tacos, a fire aboard, and the loss of several crew members. Names such as Guichen and Quereal appear among wreck victims, with survivors and authorities unnamed.
Residents of the Upper Brisbane River Valley discuss fishery concerns and river condition with Mount Beyer Chamber of Commerce. Officials aim to gather public opinions through the Chamber's column to illuminate community attitudes and potential actions.
A quirky garden note warns that a long winter may end with a cool subtle shift in conditions. It suggests watching the plants for signs of moisture needs and potential frost risk while reminding readers to prepare for spring tasks.
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.