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Newspaper

Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

May 23, 1939

Page

18

Mission debate on Australian aborigines sparks empire critique

A speech at the Congregational Assembly scrutinizes the role of missions in shaping native policy. The Rev Isabelle E Merry argues missions parity with punitive colonial measures worsened Aboriginal treatment, urging native education, citizenship, and protection from state harm. The piece reflects debates on civilization, colonization, and the white reformist stance of early 20th century Australia.

Australia Isabelle E. Merry View Forla Congregational Assembly

Winter Relief Pay This Week

Winter relief payments will be issued to the unemployed next Friday to ease crowding at cashier desks. Aimed at families, the grants include amounts for men and wives, with specific allowances for dependents and prorated support.

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Descendants of Bounty Mutineers Tour Norfolk Island

A fragmentary report outlines a voyage by descendants of the Bounty mutineers led by Christian and Caplin Buynaye, with ties to the Norfolk Island settlement. The group, including Jack Tuitthunns and Tom Gibbons relatives, plans a tour of New South Wales and Queensland centers before returning to Norfolk Island. The Junior Civieens Movement organizer hopes the trip promotes heritage and industry, while emphasizing the voyage next year and a broader tour schedule.

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Mackay Trial Winds Down In Unclear Dooley Khan Case

In Mackay Police Court Ira Zammit, 34, a dabourer, faced murder charges for Dooley Khan's death at Habana on May 16. The magistrate discharged Zammit after no evidence. Zammit was detained in an asylum per the judge’s ruling given his mental state. Witnesses described Zammit’s rambling claims of black magic and self defense before two medical certificates supported his condition.

MacKay Ira Zammit Dabourer Dooley Khan Habana Prikscuter O'Connord Zammitt Clarge Jiapition Hie Zammit Iyinnana Thad

Longreach Labour vs Moore Government in Gregory Vote

Mr V G Thompson endorsed Labour candidate for Gregory contrasted Labour and Moore government spending in the Gregory electorate. He cited department water supply expenditure and power, rail and road services and loan-funded projects. He argued Labour’s program restored employment and supported local workers in the pantary industry and shearer sectors.

Longreach Mondas Labour Moore Gregory V. G. Thompson Longresch Townswithin Gregory Department of Tetl Bawgu Water Supply Leewater Gm Mock Rower Lns Queens Tinbaur Cnomnon Oan Ie Vine Mattabirre Aramad Wintan Bouland Hie Pantaray Industry Asm Internet Anil Ala Adh Baen Ayn Fettler Am Asw Thomneon

Vienna Boys Choir to Perform in Brisbane Hall Concert

The Vienna Mozart Boys Choir, conducted by Dr. Chora Gruber, plans a June 13 concert at the chy Hall. Formed over 400 years ago, the group brings a rich Mozart and Viennese repertoire after performing at the Salzburg Festival in 1937.

Vienna Mozart Boys Brisbane Tor Kiel Chy Hall Chora Gruber Moma

Plant For New Cotton Factories In Melbourne

Melbourne report notes Mr DT McDaviey chairman of Davies Coan and Co Ltd will leave Sydney for Monterey on Friday to study American factories and obtain machinery and lint for new spinning plants. Sponsored by Bravies Coop and Co. references to Adelaide preparations and Australia manufacturing trends.

Melbourne Momny DT McDaviey Phairman Bf Davies Coan, and Co, Ltd Sydney Monterey Ameren England Syating Adela Puigryraes Bravies, Coop and Co

ObituaryMrs Ayimer Campbel dies at Townsville

The death occurred at Townsville yesterday of Mrs Ayimer Campbel er a long Hides. She was the Widow of one of the founders of the Him of Cummins and Campbell, and leaves one daughter and three sons.

Avemer Campbe Townsville Ayimer Campbel Cummins and Campbell

Minister's Charge From Charleville To The Sea Recalls Victorian Era Clergy

The article recalls John Smiley, an Irish Rugby footballer turned clergyman, meeting a Presbyterian call in Queensland during Victoria's diamond jubilee. His Darling Downs charge stretched from Charleville toward Morneen, with travel by sulky or horse, and service during World War I as a captain chaplain. He later served Sandringham Church and held Assembly roles for a decade.

Ethovoh Paseidons Orang Australle North Australis DOWEY Christian Scentisie Fuive Beneypies Athena John Smiley Queensland Darling Downs Charleville Nem Victorian ‘Assembly Sks Melbowne Sandringham Church Hix ALP Sandringham

Interstate Conference Set for Brisbane Attendance

A Brisbane press conference outlines the upcoming interstate conference beginning in Brisbane with delegates from many states. The event will include entertainment and porting fixtures, with representatives named from Melbourne Sydney Perth and Newcastle press outlets attending.

Brisbane Monte Lloyd Dumas Adele Advertiner Ynstan Melbourne Merald

Company Fined For Overtime Breaches In Arbitration Court

A UK arbitration ruling fined the company £90 for three breaches of overtime provisions under the Insurance Officers award. Judge Piper noted deliberate action and an attempt to mislead the authorities, with fines totaling £90 and separate penalties of £19 15.

Piper Arbitration Court Anda Dodge Commonwealth Art Blakeley

Exhibition at International Show Stirs Brisbane Trade

Fragmented OCR describes a world show exhibition likely at Brisbane with mention of Elisha Brat, Royal National Association, and Chamber of Commerce. It notes a water route exhibit, costs, and Mr J B Chandler involvement, with references to a publication in The Courier Mail and a large turnout expectation. The piece emphasizes commercial impact and local business interest.

Elisha Brat Royal Caunell Nts Siter W. Coombs Cocina Courier-Mail Chamber of Commerce J.B Chandler

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