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Newspaper

Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

May 28, 1936

Page

5

Refusal of Work Casts Light on Rural Labor System

The article reports widespread refusal of work by farmers and laborers in rural areas, with the Minister for Labour and Industry commenting that some depend on alternative, lower-paid or seasonal work. It notes enforcement efforts and the complicated balance between wage rates, available jobs, and residency requirements amid ongoing farmer resistance to accepting harvest labor.

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Valuable diary donated to Oxley Library highlights early Queensland history

A valuable diary by Blenheim Wall, an early Australian arrival, was presented to the Oxley Library by A. E. Parry-Okeden of Caboolture. The volume includes sketches and notes on early exploration, with items such as Governor Brisbane’s home, private reminiscences, and gifts including a portrait by Oscar Pristrom and a painting of King Sandy.

Queensland Oxley Library A. E. Parry-Okeden Caboolture Blenheim Wall Parry-Okeden Me. Wall Brisbane Afias Philp Oscar Pristrom King Sandy Mr. B. Forrest

Fragmented OCR Note About Local Event

Readable fragments describe an upcoming local gathering with unclear time and place details. No identifiable person or organization clearly confirmed. Further text needed for precise headline and summary.

Claim for damages after Pilton assault heard at Luton

Nearly 200 people crowded Luton courthouse on Tuesday for a hearing in the case of Pilton farmer George Lestie Turkington claiming damages from Greenmount resident John Thomas Evans and Pilton man Percy Guymer for an alleged assault. Evidence from Turkington and his wife described the plaintiff's deteriorating condition, with the hearing adjourned to June 4.

Luton Ilfton George Lestie Turkington Pilon Johnn Thomas Evans Greenmount Percy Guymer Piltor Ged Turkington Uff

Varied sewerage award as read in ancient records

Disjointed OCR notes describe a varied sewerage award linked to Wovens at Ane Delsbane Chy Ginn in Water ac Bewerae Baye. Fragment mentions Saturday duties, care timings, and a scene of men traveling to Sark with references to exit clauses and a council meeting on times and terms.

Ane Delsbane Chy Ginn

Theatrical Award and Chamber Move Highlight Industry Events

The article notes theatrical award activity and a chamber meeting in a regional city yesterday. It reports on potential new awards and mentions passenger movements tied to a Captain and crew, with officials reacting to the events and the afternoon discussion.

Jubilee celebration honors Sister Mary Bonaventure in Stanthorpe

A large gathering from Celesta Sisters of Mercy and the Fathotle community in Stanthorpe attended the Golden Jubilee of Sister Mary Bonaventure. Archibishop Duhig delivered a congratulatory address and praised the Sisters of Mercy education work in Australia. A concert by St Joseph's School followed, with Grace and other dignitaries present.

Stanthorpe Celesta Sisters of Mercy Joseph Simbehy Minty” Bonaventure Mitty Bonaventure Ireland Queensland Sisters ‘of Mercy Quenaland T Ph'a Areh- Duhig Granth Mary Bonaventure Australia We Sisters” of Mercy St. Josph’s School Fils Grace Brisbane

Bolting horse's dash through city injures driver

A horse bolted near Wickham Terrace and Edward Street in Spring Hill, throwing driver Charen ODea from his seat. The horse ran through Turbot Street and into a lorry, causing minor injuries to ODea and abrasions to his hands, with both vehicle occupants treated at a hospital.

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