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Newspaper

Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

May 23, 1939

Page

16

The entry from the Core at Keruse place

A fragmentary OCR item references Core and Keruse place with unclear details. No additional facts are readable to establish a clear event, person, or outcome for a proper filed summary.

McKay and Talbot on Conspiracy Charge in Sydney Trial

McKay and Talbot faced three joint counts alleging they conspired to defraud Mutual Life and Citizens Assurance Co. of 25 000 pounds by falsely claiming McKay was dead. Crown witnesses testified McKay had life insurance totaling 40 000 pounds, with 30 000 pounds taken out in September. Trial opened in Auckland amid complex testimony.

Mutual Life and Citizens” Ansurance Co., Ltd Sydney McKay

Mulgrave Protest Over Sugar Quota in June Talks

Australian press reports from London note Mulgrave protest details amid international sugar accords. Major figures Warner and Healy are referenced as authorities in a debate over quotas and trade impact. The Age coverage highlights potential policy shifts and ongoing discussions at the June conference.

Dominions Lonbon Aiey

Theatre Guide highlights scattered show listings and venue notes

A fragmented page from Theatre Guide lists multiple venues including WINTER GARDEN JAMES MAJESTIC SAVOY ASTOR and REGENT with terse captions like The Great Wales supreme pe and Women in the Wind. The stray lines mention various productions and show titles such as Trapped to dw shy and Tail Spin amid venue names and odd parenthetical notes.

Theatre Guide METRO Sony Lego Cremorne Surya Raith Craven Letty Winter Garden James Majestic Smytone His Majesty's Savoy Clayfield Corex Astor New Warm

Refugees Fear Nazi Threats In Perth

Refuges flee to Perth amid threats from Nazi groups as Allied authorities seek protection from the German government. Reports indicate organized opposition from Nazi factions affecting residents, with mentions of refugees seeking asylum and potential relocation to ensure safety. Officials from the Commonwealth Government are urged to provide protection and evaluate security measures for those displaced by conflict.

Perth Eliere Perth Malness Nia Organisa Ausratia Peru

Dredge Dispute Referred To Trades Council

A damaged report describes a labor conflict involving the Sedmen's Union and Marine Department interest groups. The meeting at Yeanven and Mackay details arise over engagement terms and 44 hour duties.

Trades Council Wien Sedmen Unine Biel Yeanven Mackay Ee Federg Sellailine

Male Missionary Students At Bible College Address Roles

The male missionary students at Miao Bible College discuss roles in a campus session led by Principal God Rolls. Speakers include J Allen, W Anderson, and N Baggs, with H Donald Beau scheduling a talk at the Tabernacle as part of a broader program. Visitors Brisbane Mera T Amry and R Chesah join for the occasion.

Ayaney Taner Wathening Halim Bastiat Weil W. Anderson No Baggs Tan Gradi Res Mise W. Mulls Donald Beau Wiheeepee Ol Niey Stune Brisbane Mera T. Amry Rchesah sAvege Way Rolls Rolla Tabernarie

Mount Crosby Mullet Barrier Affects River Migration

A report to government via Me D. Macdonald describes the weir at Mount Crosby hindering mullet migration from the sea to the Brisbane River. Ichthyologist G. Willige notes interference with fish movement, while spawning patterns and seasonal timing near May are discussed alongside water conditions and river flow affecting fish passage.

Mt. Crosby Angoolawah Belahane Me. D. Macdonald M.la G. Willige Harlin Queensland Museum F. Marahafi Mount Crosby Brisbane Macdill Orien Adi Tapos Wein Kate

Unions Plan Boycott On National Registry

A collapsed report describes union leaders from the Allaralaajan Council of Trade Unions discussing a boycott of the Henauiahal Register. Officials warn a broader federation conference action may follow and threaten industrial actions if reforms proceed. The statement hints at changes to an industrial grid and potential impacts on workers nationwide.

Allaralaajan Council of Trade Unnions Bualeh Redera Maupin Wolkore Acanolalion Wits Federal Cou

Brisbane Seamen Campaign Sparks Mass Meeting

A Brisbane gathering in the Tyers Hall drew seamen and supporters to debate a widespread agitation. Speakers argued for a unified protest against government before action by Mr R V Rilo, with opposition from some unions and traders. The movement aims to press for clearer policy and rapid outcomes as the sea trade workforce weighs its options.

Diphtheria Cases Note City Health Warnings

Reported diphtheria cases in the city prompt concern as health officials note potential spread among children. Parents question protection and the value of vaccination while schools report many students being treated or isolated, with hundreds possibly exposed.

Big Army Boot Order Kept Open to Firms

In Melbourne on Monday Accentance reports a large Australian order for army boots. Firms including Rosaiers Adelaide and Mr. Stront were noted, with 436 pairs judged unsuccessful in a bid. Defences Minister Ms 1Streat stated manufacturers would be ready to fulfill immediate military needs if war crises arise and that knives might be supplied to firms to aid fittings.

Melbourne Accentance Eeznon Defence Lendepere Rosaiers Dtd Adelaide Esr Faraan Aferbourne Stront Mab

Recruiting Ages Raised to Fifty Five in New Zealand

An appeal for volunteers to join the national military reserve was urged by the Prime Minister. He announced a broadening of the territorial service age and stated that men up to fifty five would be eligible to enlist. The public was urged to respond to the call amid wartime demands.

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Market report notes rise in shares and steady metals

The rise in share market prices was maintained with industrial stocks advancing. Base metals held steady to firm and gold shares improved. There were fairly heavy supplies of farm produce at the Roma Street markets. Set Finance and Commie Pages Wand 17.

Roma Street Commie

Grading Bandmen Permits Restricted and Rules Tightened

A controversial decision followed recent championships as authorities voted to restrict permits for band members in grade categories. The measure aims to curb entry rules and ensure fair competition, with new registrations to be vetted. Officers were elected including Pelion Cryte as president and Meyain OMalley as treasurer, with district vice presidents named.

Buindabere Ube Charmon Cantex Anne Ian Its Sapiy Pelion Mike Cryte Mike Cryte, Preaident Preaidlenti Meyain JG Omalley Varkene Bentsen Wo Whitnall Pnonvin Mieckayt Glure Chastern Fowetn F Muray Maryborough

Brisbane Temperatures Rise Amid Sparse Elements

Fragmentary report notes Brisbane saw higher temperatures with minimal cloud or rain. Observations mention a warm spell around early May, no rainfall during the weekend, and a few scattered showers elsewhere, with scattered references to local divisions and committee activity.

Refugee Doctors for Bush Hospital Staffing

A Longresch Hospitals Board report to Health Minister Hanlon said filling the assistant and medical officer posts at Jundah Hospital is difficult. The Medical Board may register a limited number of qualified refugee doctors. The discussion notes low salaries as a deterrent and cites the need to reconcile medical degrees and licensing for refugees to practice locally.

Longresch Hospitals Board Medien Aedicat Sudpmne Preseli Fasion Gould Bricane Medical Furren

Three Years In Gaol For Two Bigamies

Homer, who had been convicted of bigamy on two occasions, was sentenced in the Quarter Sessions to three years imprisonment. He pleaded guilty to two charges of lead and was ordered for medical observation. The judge noted repeated acts of marriage while his wife was alive.

Homer Lea Jay Bonourt Witer Heule

Gangs of Thieves Operate in Brisbane Suburbs

Thieves are active in Brisbane and suburbs with one gang focusing on jewellery and another on cash. Recent weekend yielded few recoveries as burglars targeted Woolworths Queensland Pty and Stanley Street stores and homes in Annerley Upper Paddington and Windsor. Police cordons were placed around Linnyche Road and other sites while reports mention stolen clothing, a boiler, and small cash losses amid ongoing investigations.

Brisbane Woolworths Queensland Pil Rarty Roberts, Pty, Sin Stamey Strew Sain Bris”biane Annerley Road Cael Dae Renner Arenoa Upper Paddington Ffeca Ailstane Mullin Co. Pty). Ltd Stanley Street South Bribane Santa Luinyche Windsor Constitution Road Wincea Briveen Thorn Street Ransutna Toowong Siro Valley Clavenninn Road Coerhstee

Car swept along by locomotive in Tamworth incident

Driver uninjured after street railway car is struck by a locomotive near Tamworth. The unnamed vehicle crashes, a passenger, Arthur Brown Peaten, 18, sustains a severe forehead laceration and possible fracture of the skull, with wrist injuries and other abrasions. Local responders attend the scene.

Tamworth Jon W Garrett Garrett Joea Morives Ilnar Abraalons

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