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Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

Oct 10, 1939

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Nazi Plan but Troops Mass on Western Front

Rotterdam and Berlin reports hint that Nazi officials seek peace through the League of Nations now that the Pernaillen Treaty issue is resolved. Berlin discussions imagine mutual guarantees for a European consolidation, but no neutral country has noted Hitler's peace offer while German forces gather near the Western Front. Attacks occur on the Franco German frontier near the Moselle and in the Saar.

Ondon Rotterdam Times Daily Telegraph Berlin League of Nations Europe Hitler Thoughtulian Russ Corminant Moselle Saar Ares

Clash Over Maryborough Mayor Election Sparks Rail Dept Fallout

Report outlines an expected clash between the Railway Department and Alderman R D McDowell, the new Protestant Labour Mayor of Maryborough, over leave and pay as McDowell contends he will resign from rail duties and take the mayoralty. Officials discuss permissions, in what may become a broader dispute over official duties and compensation.

R. D. McDowell Maryborough M iDowell Alderman McDowell Whey Borgan i McDowell Mayer McLent Yan Bireind Mayer Bundaberg Svork Werk Weit Inager Pca Athena E. Bidck Markey St Alghe Aa Peranione Nts Wrk Bien Ime Rrotwata Lavoie Ian Csmung

Government decision on leave of absence for elected officials

The Premier stated a government decision requires elected mayors and councilors to obtain leave of absence before taking public office. The measure, aimed at preventing conflicts of interest, covers mayors Milesn and Tock and follows recommendations by the Commissioner for Railways.

Metal Mesary Milesn Tock Rawntey Tavat Authority Eleetiong EH Gita

Meat deal near finality over export values

Government reaches agreement on peat export valuation, with completion hinge on Nehege vices Tedon. Reports note payments around 12 million pounds and rulings affecting pricing for Anaratian pro exports. Uncertainly remains as negotiations between authorities and payors continue.

Uanierra Brian Rue Tilly Bish

Casket Closing At City Show In Morning Clearance

D Golden Casket No 602 will close today with the remaining roundelay returns to be made at the city show and a quick clearance expected during the morning.

Tea Prices Rise In Queensland And Across States

The Queensland price commission reports a 3d rise in tea per pound today following a similar wholesale increase yesterday, with the Federal Prices Commissioner noting the move was sanctioned. Imports and stock conditions are cited as drivers, while dealers warn that renewed wholesale costs will push retail prices higher, as tea stocks from prewar buys tighten.

Queensland Ie ML Lindsey Mlorma- Hon Canberra Somnewiver Aboudhiout Australia Pope Highfield” Tex Company Poole

Germans Mass Close To Swiss Border Amid Rhine Offensive

German troop concentrations gather along the Swiss frontier between Basel and Lake Constance as part of a broader Rhine offensive toward Basel and Strassbourg. Reports from Le Matin and Paris sources describe German probing actions along the Moselle and Saar regions, with warnings of possible French counter moves and debates on the strategic aim near Thionville and Lorraine.

London Baste Lake Constance Rhine Bale Straxhouts le Matin Moselle Saarlouin Germany Biles Pirmanen M. Morice Petit Parisi Thionville Lorraine

Civil Bodies Train Air Force Cadets

Melbourne report says six civil aviation bodies approved by Defence Minister to assist training for air force cadets. Institutions include Royal Queensland Aero Club, Royal Victorian Aero Club, ANA Flying School Trendon, Royal NSW Aero Club, and Kingsford Smith Flying School NSW. Preliminary training for the latest cadet batch began at civil schools today with more civil pilots and instructors at Point Cook.

Melbourne Minster For Defence of Cook Royal Queensland ‘Reco Club Royal Victorian Aero Club ANA Flying School Trendon Royal Nsw Aero Club Kingsford &Mith Flying School Nsw Elmost Point Cook

Finnish Baltic Drive Dominates as Moscow-Tied Talks Intensify

A fragmentary report traces Finland's tense Baltic position amid Soviet and German pressure. Moscow signals seek economic and political leverage, while Finnish ministers reject costly concessions and push for firm stance. Regional powers Sweden and Latvia eye shifts as Berlin weighs influence and potential troop movements.

Germans In The Dark

The article cites Basler Nachrichten and Swiss sources noting German optimism for peace following Hitler speech. It references British French reaction, calls for neutral intervention, and questions whether vague proposals avoid escalation. Berlin and Vatican commentary discuss central Europe tensions and Poland's status as a key backdrop.

Basler Nachrichten Hitler Curiauin

Special Federal Gazette On German Pension Case

Canberra report covers Albert Prick of Sydney once NSW manager for German Australian firm. Gazette notes pension details with Hamburg America Line ties and proposed indemnity terms. Sydney Chamber of Commerce involved as the matter centers on delivery of goods and pre pension arrangements.

Canberra Albert Prick Sydney New South Wales Breamanisr Co MB Peick San

New A LF Training to Begin Oct 20

Melbourne reports of military mobilization detail New A LF training starting October 20 for 25 percent of the Sixth Division with the remainder by November. Reported plans include new depots at Maitland and Liverpool camps, with volunteers from Queensland and Western Australia awaiting muster. pay and benefits under review by federal authorities.

A.lf Melbourne Mr. Street Second A.lp Yecruit New South Wales Brigae Artilery Liverpon Bell Raisted Yietarim Eoseria Maitland Nwsw Tana South Australia Western Australia Taonmamin Maitland

Military Camps To Stay Dry Says War Cabinet

Elbourne dispatch reports the War Cabinet has decided that military camps will remain dry. Prime Minister Menzies announced the decision tonight after careful consideration.

Elbourne War Cabinet Menzies

Federal government acquires wheat in three states

Victorian New South Wales and South Australia wheat taken for use by government with exemptions for growers. Queensland wheat remains outside the acquisition. Officials, including Senator McLeay, prepare for Wheat Board dealings and discuss harvest implications and future sales restrictions.

Elbourne Victoria New South Wales South Australia Queensland Uebert Pernon Otter Aden Trealy Tate Senacor McLeag Eten Wheat Board Western Australia

Leather Prices Fixed in Canberra Under Security Measures

An order under the National Security Regulations fixes the leather purchase price with a cap not more than 11 percent above the rates ruling on September. The action aims to stabilize market costs amid ongoing wartime controls and applies to the current price of leather in Canberra.

Queensland Bane Brisbane Queenatane Sydney Lleania Egan Yane Canberra

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