23 Nov 1938
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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 23, 1938
Page
1
The council debated sewerage expansion and how to finance it from current and future revenue. Officials urged maintaining essential services while investing in infrastructure and education as part of Brisbane’s broader fiscal strategy.
The article outlines increased rates and lowered valuations amid a broad revenue shortfall. It notes deficits around £400,000 impacting water sewer and general revenue. It discusses tax increases, service curtailments, and unresolved public financial strain affecting city finances and residents.
A fragmented report reflects ratepayers backing. The document notes council works, taxation issues, and concerns over budget controls. It mentions the president and government coordination, with calls for continued scrutiny of public services and staff adequacy.
Report notes wreckage seen on an island amid search efforts. Scattered debris and a possible arc shape are described, with observers reporting faint signs of life and ongoing salvage attempts around the Port Cart-Cepuain Crater area as authorities coordinate.
A brief notice records an appeal by Mr Hanlon to be heard tomorrow in a local dispute involving officials. The report mentions Mr Manion and Tustin Jane Blaitt, with parties notified of the hearing.
The case notes a writ on behalf of Judge Brennan in Rockhampton. A Supreme Court hearing concerns Mrs Catherine Brennan and Uribege of Ise villa in large Wade 2. Brennan as Norwack solicitor discusses an £1100 alleged unventant in a bid by MIMEnders and related action.
Amid talks of a larger Cabinet in Canberra ministers face salary debates as tensions rise in the Senate. A controversial measure prompts calls for reform and fuels parliamentary strife as officials weigh new pay scales.
A fragmented report from Adelaide notes Mr. Curtin addressing dissolution discussions amid political tensions. The sparse text mentions a significant effect on menial planning and public sentiment as opposition voices weigh options.
The Tin Committee in Paris reports no change to the quota as of November 1999. Officials mention ongoing debates on supply and economic impact.
Canberra reports the Interior Minister said the government aims to admit several thousand Jews per year amid appeals to save refugees from concentration camps. The statement followed a question on immigration policy during House of Representatives adjournment.
British Prime Minister announces refugee settlement discussions for German Jewish evacuees. Possible resettlement in Tanganyika Mauritius Guiana discussed. aims to clear refugee flows amid intergovernmental talks. Government seeks a concerted policy with Allied powers and potential cooperation from the United States.
Canberra reports prospects of a mortgage bill and government plans amid ministerial statements. Sydney notes a consolidated flying boat operation may proceed, with World War era transport matters and New Guinea routes under discussion. weather and travel details accompany.
Canberra report notes Premier Mr Forgan Smith denies plans to contest the Brisbane seat in the House of Representatives. He and allies consider constitutional options while Queensland Labor faces internal debate over potential candidates and the party’s stance on state and federal roles.
An elderly report details the disappearance of a woman named Mia Norval after a night at a city hotel with a female companion. Police note she telephoned friends and left with an unknown man, with family and officials baffled by her absence as investigators trace her possible travel toward Bundaberg and South Australia.
Fragmented report describes a bore at Mt Bassett Roma reaching a vital phase. The text references soft sandstone and ongoing operations near Heath 30024 with unclear details.
Fragmentary transcript notes a Canberra political briefing on a possible constitutional referendum. Mentions parties and government actions with uncertain dates and ambiguous references to Deputy Prime Minister and ADU stance.
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