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Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

May 25, 1938

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Fragmented OCR item on pita charts and notes

Fragmentary OCR text references pita counts and charts with unclear context. No identifiable people places organizations or dates emerge from the legible portion to form a coherent news item.

Equal Share For Women In National Insurance Bill

In Canberra the Prime Minister announced plans to equalize pensions for men and women and to extend coverage to self employed groups such as farmers and small business people. He said reforms aim to improve unemployment protection and introduce voluntary basis provisions while cautioning against overreach that could threaten the scheme. The government intends to refine the bill and pursue additional improvements in the future.

Canberra House of Representatives Lyons Curtin

Contributory Pensions and Women's Pay Debate

A fragmentary report discusses contributory pensions and the wage gap between men and women. It notes proposed voluntary schemes and government aims to avoid compulsory contributions, with references to a 1877 base rate and ongoing parliamentary debate about equal pay and women’s work. Contined on Page

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Fragmentary note hints at government aides and voluntary pay deals

An incomplete text discusses a government offer or allowance tied to a voluntary scheme. It mentions doctors, employers, and a plan affecting women, with references to a broader policy debate and potential financial arrangements. The readable lines imply debate over voluntary contributions versus mandated support.

Unveiling Of Memorial Delayed By Rain Next Friday

A memorial statue unveiling was postponed due to rain and rescheduled for Friday after a special meeting of memorial committees. Officials indicated the ceremony would include Premier, Governor, and Bronze won cavellrg participants. the event faced conflicts with a Diby Ball and other evening plans.

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Bradman Denounced Focus On Him At Surrey Club Dinner

At a London dinner, Lord MacMillan praised Australian cricket’s strength but Bradman urged restraint. He warned against singling him out and noted Australia has many capable players including OReilly and Haslebens, stressing the team’s broad depth in Test cricket.

Tord MacMilion Surrey London Bradman England Himeel Saad Eal Biedman Hawler Oreilly Balamen Courier-Mull Anscott

Definite Clue To Fate Of Kingsford Smith

Aeroplane wreckage found on the Burmese coast in May 1927 is positively identified as part of the late Sir Charles Kingsford Smiths machine. Burmese authorities continue the search for the remaining parts.

Kingsford Smith Canberra Naheen Sir Charles Kingsford Smith

Terrorists Busy in Jerusalem Amid Postwar Turmoil

Fragmented wartime dispatch reports terrorist activity in Jerusalem with claims of attacks on Jews and Arabs. The minister for defence and other officials discuss injuries and casualties as authorities assess ongoing security threats across the city.

Crisis not over Germans turn to Spain says Europe

London May 24 The Prague Czechoslovak crisis though eased is not over. Europe fears renewed German activity in Spain and possible aid to Japan in China. Reports say the Sudeten German leader Renjetl met with the Czech premier Hawey and may meet again, as Germany weighs actions linked to the Rome Berlin axis and potential war material moves to Spain.

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Bradman’s Move Scoreboard Surrey Innings Summary

Match details show Bradman’s Surrey innings with Gregory, Masel, O Reilly, and Holmes among others noted for dismissals by Ward and O’Reilly. Notable scores include Watts six and Brooks not out. Australia openers Bas and Badcock appear in the first innings with Badcock out to J Bennett and other entries incomplete.

Surrey Gregory C. Masel O Reilly Fishlock Barnett Squeres Grinchiy Baruing B. Ward” Holmes Brown O'Termy Garland-Wells Trown O'Reilly Gimeno Foo Berry Ward Watts Brooks Gover B. Oreilly Australia Badcock Watts B. Gregory Jabnett

Australia Battles Surrey As Bradman Stirs Contention

May 24 reports recount Australia pressing to an outright win after Surrey’s dismissal. Bradman faced scrutiny for tactics amid a tense match, while teammates faced criticism over bowling and fielding errors.

Cowes London Brodin Australia Ater Surrey Aatr Chippertiel Wick Pym Pion Bradman Ronan

Final Appeal By Mr Lyons In Canberra On Waterside Crisis

In an eleventh hour move to reverse government actions against loading of scrap for Japan, Prime Minister Lyons alleges Communists fomenting water front unrest. He warns the government must act under the Transport Workers Act or face widespread trouble across Sydney and other ports. He appeals to waterside workers to seek calm and support a moderate course, blaming opposition Labor party for agitation while urging vigilance as river levels rise and the crisis looms.

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Film Competition Results Coming Tomorrow Feature Pa

Final checks on 15000 entries in The Cowrier Mall £50 competition are nearly complete. Readers will learn the voting results and prize winners for the 10 most popular screen sectors and actresses in tomorrow's special Film Feature Pa.

Cowrier-Mall

Cheap air travel for wives under half fare plan

Australian National Airways announced half fare flights for wives traveling with husbands on Melbourne to Sydney and Adelaide routes. Rules include one man one wife per trip and both must fly on same plane, with Captain Ivan Holyman saying the plan aims to boost male travel despite wives’ reluctance.

Iron Mining Bounty and Double Charge of Murder

A 1935 report from Sydney notes a government bounty program for iron and related minerals, with a separate report of a double murder case. Details mention Gardiner and Marie Ginna amid discussions of security, taxation, and wartime measures affecting production and contracts. The piece references officials, contractors, and international concerns tied to the bounty scheme and the murder inquiry.

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