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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 21, 1936
Page
4
London dispatch reports Italy will fund its economy and colonial expansion despite heavy war costs. Mussolini faced Parliamentary hostility and tradeoffs, with officials insisting Italy remains financially sound while continuing mobilization and sanctions retaliation.
The death notice announces Mama Oke Pickthall a British novelist who converted to Islam and became Mohammedan later described as a notable figure of the era. He was around 60 years old.
A court session in Harrow Chambers was adjourned after the plaintiff's counsel withdrew. The case involved a dispute over an alleged equal legal settlement and decorous conduct with references to the Nisam of education and cultural matters. The judge may order withdrawal of the plaintiff's counsel and reschedule trial proceedings.
The Prime Minister signaled imminent measures to curb imports to address Australia's adverse trade balance with the United States. A parliamentary session opening is planned as negotiations with Belgium, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and others continue.
Survey party reports progress on a mail flying boat route linking Magapers to Rangoon and Singapore. Officials consider a multi engine airship capable of 180 mile hour speed with 10 sleeping berths and 34 day passengers, testing a trans continental service via Australia.
The Irish Senate reportedly stalled amid government friction as discussions on amendments and procedure delayed the chamber. Key figures including Mr de Valera and Senator J.T. O Farrell were cited as the debate over powers and privileges continued through December.
Fragmented text notes discussions in Parliament about defences and government attention. Mentions Austrade senator Johnston and Brackley remarks, with unclear references to Darwin and Defence reading as a matter under consideration.
The Director General of GNU Avia ce Captain Johrston announced a plan to install seven air traffic control towers at major Australian airports. He described the towers as elevating situational awareness with a vantage point to monitor approaches from all directions and improve safety across the aerodrome.
A driver says a truck traveling about 90 mph on the Northern Highway near Dray may have overturned after a collision. He reports a boy was trapped as the vehicle crossed the road. authorities blame excessive speed for the wreck and fatal outcome.
The British House of Commons voted 250 to 122 to raise annual air transport subsidies to £1,400,000 and empower the Air Ministry to sign long term agreements. The plan aims to secure faster schedules, expanded empire services, and greater competition with Imperial Airways, with projected average annual subsidies of about £800,000 over 15 years for Empire routes.
The expedition faces peril as heavy snow and harsh conditions hinder progress toward Camp Four. Crews including Mose Smythe and Eniston coordinate a cautious retreat while awaiting clearer routes and safer evacuation plans.
Fragmentary OCR recounts police testimony centering on William Mowlds and colleagues during an inquiry into a raid. Witnesses describe told details, prior actions, and alleged failures to vet suspects. The testimony touches on Shop raid connections and internal department inquiries.
The Judicial Committee of the Privy Council today concluded hearing the dried fruits appeal. The ruling concerns costs exceeding 12 000 pounds and references related parties and tribunals in London with implications for the involved regions.
Amid rough seas the cutter Cape Otway and crew battled 200 miles toward the Aru Titans to recover a damaged vessel. After two days the towline failed, a crewman was lost, and the remaining men abandoned ship before a salvage attempt ended in a tense rescue at sea.
Fragmentary report describes a serious fire incident tied to a printer and journalist. Details are unclear but indicate an imminent action or inquiry by authorities and location near a harbor or town in doubt. Further specifics are not readable in the text.
Fragmentary note describes a Japanese sword linked to Adolf Hitler and a claimed friendship between Germany and Japan. The text mentions Bertin and early 20th century traders, hinting at a wartime alliance artifact.
The London correspondents report escalating violence in Palestine with repeated killings amid Arab-Jewish clashes. Britain urges calm but reports indicate daily murders and ongoing security actions across key towns as factions blame each other and international mediation lags.
Senators debated income tax policy with Leckie urging the Commonwealth to retire from income tax to reduce state grants. Discussions touched on refunds of overpayments and potential federal conventions, adjournment after debate, and questions over taxation authority.
Reports from a parliamentary session outline arguments for and against the proposed amendment to the Postmaster General salary and ministerial allowances. Ministers debate taxation changes, foreign trade implications, and the impact on Australian commerce, with figures showing long term cost estimates for defense and public service.
The Bishop Right Rev C F Brows cautioned Melbourne and Sydney readers that student demonstrations reflect a rising youth movement in the Near East and Europe. He urged consideration of leadership from religious figures and warned that future generations may challenge authoritarian rule and military power.
A fragmented report notes a cyclist killed near the A B C trunk line and calls to swell revenue through broadcasting station links. The piece mentions King George’s yacht sunk nearby and references a widespread telegraph and radio relay system impacting hospitals and post offices.
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