24 May 1939
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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 24, 1939
Page
1
The City Council plans a 24 percent discount for payments within 30 days, with Alderman A Laurie proposing the finance committee include this in next year’s call. Alderman H Tait criticized the overdraft rise and urged departments to meet estimates as rate receipts have fallen since the discount was removed.
From the start of the financial year a plan would allow voluntary federal income tax payments by instalments. The Treasury and revenue officials discuss approximate amounts and frequency, aiming to ease payments for taxpayers and employers under a proposed instalment scheme.
A garbled notice discusses wool payments and cheques for the season with figures like £7,500,000 and £7,621,000, mentioning comparisons to £10,691,010 in 1980 17. The legible parts suggest summary totals and expected outcomes though many details are unclear and fragmented.
The late William Miguine Mandging, a director of a gin manufactory company in Wellington, left a fortune of £130,000. He was noted for his business prominence in Boston and New Zealand, with connections to Australia as well as in his homeland.
The weekly cabinet meeting lists Ponse and Gledson among the ministers. Acting Minister Larcombe attends in place of Tronapark while Mr Hes is absent due to illness at Mater Misericordiae Hospital. Governor confirms two ministers will be present for the Executive Council meeting.
A garbled report describes a perilous lifeboat journey from Singapore to Australia. Names such as Remy, John, and Corie appear amid scattered references to Clayfield, Brisbane, and a timeline around November, with mentions of Potter and Garvie, and a Christmas hint. The text is fragmented, with many misreads and uncertain details.
Shharehierses car camarang Ee Hope 1Qld.i Ltd yesterday accepted an 8000 cant for Commerce Hovine from Collen and Co Ltd Melbourne. The sale, Brisbane's biggest year, encompasses the building and basement, with 20 tenants including the Grocers Association. Directors warn of winding up unless notices given. dividends previously paid and shares outstanding noted.
Publication notes uncertainty in royal visit arrangements, with references to protocol, timing, and possible routes to Australia. The piece hints at government hesitancy and distant planning, mentioning Queen and princesses in speculative terms and a looming official stance.
Premier gives a fiery address amid influenza fatigue in Townsville theatre. He accuses Labour of religious tones and proclaims promises to raise the national income, citing a 13 000 000 cost for Communist plans, while arguing the state revenue would not be spent twice.
A government effort seeks to fix profit margins on defence jobs. Planned appointments will review costs and set margins, with senior members named to oversee arrangements. Officials expect decisions this week as representatives from Shaker states prepare to participate.
In Pent h by election a solar labor party claim to victory is declared elected by the assembly. The vote count and formal confirmation follow the procedural steps of the time, with the legislative body ratifying the outcome and naming the new official.
A Times correspondent reports Japan protests at Kulangsu and Shanghai concessions, detailing Allied reactions. The article notes Tokyo’s stance on extradition, foreign concessions, and ongoing tensions as powers debate intervention and punishment for maritime and colonial incidents.
The report analyzes preferences in the Griffitl by election between Mr W. Pil Conelan Labour and Mr McCowan UAE. It notes two-time Labour preferences and distribution patterns, with Conelan leading early but McCowan needing a strong second-preference share. Primary counts show Conelan ahead but potential shifts could alter the final result.
Lord Mayor Alderman hopes to ease tram congestion in Queen Street and Petrie Bight by building a tramline in Ann Street. The report notes delays and possible opposition as officials discuss routes and funding.
A fragmented report shows the government facing rebuffs amid legislative debate on April dates and spending. Members balk at proposed increases, with public sentiment shifting as ministers resist, prompting calls for extended sessions and revised budget figures.
London dispatch reports that an agreement in principle between Britain and Russia may be reached with details postponed. British and Russian leaders or their foreign ministers may visit London and Paris to settle terms, while German and Turkish responses shape the broader European balance.
A cotton piece goods mill is proposed for Brisbane pending federal tax relief and favorable preferences. Bruce Finaul Go chief Bruce Me confirms the plan, with an initial workforce of about 20 to 20 operatives and aims to locate the plant in Brisbane or Valley sites.
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