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Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

May 23, 1945

Page

3

Faddens Move On Preference Defeated In House Vote

An amendment by Mr Faddens United Country Party leader to withdraw and redeclare the Establishment and Employment Bill failed in the House of Representatives by 36 votes to 16. During the second reading debate Mr Conelan urged immediate demobilisation of showroom job staff and criticized government action on service release.

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A R U and O C E on Affiliation and Union Proceedings

Ambiguous wartime era notice outlines discussions by A R U and O C E on affiliation, council meetings, and proposed reintegration terms. References to executives, delegates, and pay concerns appear, with scattered names and dates. Dialogue hints at union governance and public notices amid a moving, cluttered report.

Government moves for bridge on Burdekin river

The government advances plans for a high level bridge over the Burdekin River near Surdahin, with board members and officials detailing the project. The proposal aims to begin work promptly, seeking expert guidance and a timetable for completion, as designs and approvals proceed.

Dee Surdahin Rives Beisean Biale Subir

Graziers Leaders Meet in United Association Session

Graziers leaders held an executive gathering of the United Graziers Association yesterday, aiming to set policy directions and address industry concerns. Attendees included association officials and regional representatives.

Dedman’s Wickets Highlight Local Match Loss

Fragmentary OCR reflects a disrupted report detailing Dedman and local players. It mentions Cameron Lib and a game at Neese, with unclear scores and dates. The piece hints at historical stitching or memorabilia and a focus on team performance and local sports history.

Dedman Amberea Taurdey Tarvisamen Cameron Mt. Metamer Bedmere Sunarioy

Meat Store Dilemma for Graziers

A historic note outlines a dispute within the United Gragtre Association over meat storage and pricing. The chairman, deputy controller, and other officials discuss storage positions and enforcement implications for graziers and meat producers. The piece hints at regulatory scrutiny, pricing pressures, and potential actions by authorities.

Fragmented note hints at weight loss and delivery matter

A garbled report mentions weight reduction, suspected delivery, and committee findings. The text cites names and items like stock and works, with unclear dates or actions. Readable fragments point to a formal discussion or inquiry but lack coherent events or outcomes.

Cotte Poa Ok Adeil Owen Ely

Queensland fodder crisis sparks NSW debate and ban

NSW farmers fear feed shortages as Queensland bans hay exports to secure supplies for own stock. Canberra debates government action while rural leaders urge precautionary controls and possible seizure of surpluses to aid drought struck districts.

Butterflies and science poetry from Nelson Burns

Nelson Burns discusses butterflies and lepidoptera, reflecting on Australia and New Guinea species, the impact of summer and nets, and a note of gratitude to Mr Ashby. The passage blends personal musings with observations on butterfly behavior and habitat.

Normal to Have Rum After Fire at Holland Park Hotel

Proceedings describe an incident at a hotel in Holland Park where a witness claimed to have supplied rum to firemen after a fire. The case references an American Army provost and a discussion of an alleged illegal purchase of spirits, with testimonies about tricks and coercion and mentions of Rex King for the defense.

Ratt Avenue Holland Park Tum George Plant Bowers Fire Brigade

Price list for all groceries in Queensland sale

Fragmentary notice describes groceries and sale coverage in Queensland and Wales area lines, mentioning prices and coverage limits. The readable text is unclear but implies a price list and sale terms for groceries across multiple regions and lines.

Jap Goods In Sydney Inquiries Over Import Claims

A Sydney wartime honesty note reports goods marked made in Japan were sold locally as imported through neutral routes. Authorities say they are investigating the claim of mislabeling while shoppers seek clarity on the origin and authenticity of the merchandise in New South Wales.

Arimerma Japan Sydney Nsw Australia

ARU Plan For Digger Members

Members of the Australian Railways Union returning from service will receive a special ticket showing union membership. The State Secretary said the weekend decision preserved the union, with penalties for unresolved complaints and support for members facing parliamentary inquiries.

Australian Railways Union Offe Ililon Pram Noving Yeater Heantiwell Lantry Werner

Big mUnitIon staff cuts in canberra reported

government spokesman says and within six months hundreds of munition department staff across area boards will leave one department. NSW board employs about 800, Victoria 600, with around 200 in other boards. factories to be consolidated, wartime controls easing, munitions production to shift under new management with many plants already closed.

Canberra Boards of Area Management The New South Wales Board Victoria Nee Pie Management Suara Emoion Rusteal Jena Wes Public Servama Bata Blanin Munibler Mr Makin Dante Hithn Diretarsceneral My Easington Lenist Tewnind Dutie Wiley Lewis Ranatol Maar Bok Melda Willeuls Australia Tim

Return of Luckiest Destroyer MALMURNE Legend Recounted

The Australian destroyer Warramunga returns home after war service in Lingayen and Tarakan operations. Crew recounts battles with Japanese forces, fires aboard, and towing of the crippled ship. Mascot Herbie the dog is noted as a survivor later honored by Australia.

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West Mail Protest and Woollen Mill Effort

Residents protest in the West and push for a cooperative woollen mill. The Australian Wool Board and commerce minister are to be consulted as the executive committee seeks government support and a potential contract plan.

Australian Wool Baur Beatty

Seek Aid For Education In Parliamentary Debate

A discussion in council urged government support for child education costs and travel deductions. Mrs Kennedy and Mr J P Merpink proposed allowances to assist traveling students, while Mr HG Gehan noted deductions must aid rural workers. Also, Duke confers with Admiral Fraser in Sydney about royal night events.

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Digger Homes Act Changes Under Wet Sarvinn Mow Commission

The article reports amendments to a housing act affecting interest reductions on potewat Telent To, transfer of deeds to purchasers, and new provisions for widows and dependents. It notes government coverage of certain costs, changes to capital transfer rules, and that monetary items will be referred to the Treasurer for review.

Sarvinn Mow Commission Répetrievien Minietar Mic Pevathor Raturnad al Potewat Monteealth Bank Une Noklo BIA Frost Chitinys

Third and Eleventh Divisions in Solomons battle named

An Army release last night confirms the southern Bougainville offensive names the Third and Eleventh divisions. Reports state the forces engaged around the Hon moral River and along its eastern banks, with patrols moving north toward Bon Peninaule. A court martial case involving a serviceman from the South Pacific theater is noted, with details withheld.

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North Tarakan drive reported in Pacific theater

Fragmentary dispatch describes Allied and Japanese actions around Brunel Bay and Tarakan. References air bombardment, naval positions, bombers, and a attacked drome with emphasis on high ground and coastal installations amid ongoing fighting.

Formosa Hit Hard by Early Atomic-Style Attacks

Fragmented OCR describes heavy air raids over Formosa and nearby regions with multiple explosions. It notes allied units continuing war front operations at Geelong and mentions 227 tons of leaves and warehouses damaged, plus attacks on Troohars and Aran with Taiwan referenced amid weather and industrial impacts.

Ane Tinier Borsh Troohars Iraneay Aran Andy Taiwan Alen Ielto Leona Aleens

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