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Newspaper

Brisbane Courier Mail

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date

Oct 29, 1940

Page

10

Merthyr as Test of Government Policy in By Election

Report on Labour campaign opening in Merthyr for the by election. Speakers argued the result would show public approval or censure of the Labour Government. The scene featured mentions of Mr Moore and local figures, debating wartime relief measures and campaign strategy amid disturbances and security concerns in the town.

Merthyr Cumaine Vane Moore Elestore Qureninland Herbert P Weroer Latour Electarn Keog Eapaire Labor Tabolr Tanah Martnanielite Labour Musiciens Arewan Law Phodatiits Union Srcretariey Fw Uinletin Mtecars Ronen Peoria Tial Minion Usletsast

Boy Witness to Murder in Sydney Tramside Attack

A boy, about ten, described the unidentified man who killed the victim and fled along a tramway near Victoria Bay junction. Police say the child provided a detailed account of the assault and described the murderer as Slater. Investigators pursue clues as a nationwide search extends to Victoria and Queensland.

Sydney Harry Slater Errs Weday Tinea Bay Junction Rand Vane Victoria Queensland

Trading Ban On Firms In Japan’s Creas Seteney

A wartime trade ban is imposed on CAMIENA, MOM, and Emmy from trading with Ti line in Japan under an enemy commerce act. The ruling lists nationalities and firms affected, defining prohibited direct or indirect trade and outlining the scope across several nations and territories.

Ini Japan Creas Seteney Aualemila Camiena Mom Emmy Ti Line Spain Tmadiond Turkey Fukada

Liquor Debate Likely Targets Trading Hours Law

Melbourne observers report intense political debate over enforcing liquor trading hours with calls for government action. Ministers discuss measures while opposition seeks compromises, amid pressure from allied unions and industry groups to ease controls before elections.

Liquor Permit Refusal Highlights Hotel Lounge Dispute

A liquor permit for the Greed Lounge at the Hottie Belly Vue Hotel was refused amid questions over license scope and private suppers. The magistrate and officials debated forms and conditions, noting notices and requests for amendments while several objections aimed to limit drink service between 8 and 11. The decision prompted remarks about the process and potential reconsideration before a future magistrate.

Grorge Mackay Auor Victor Coltetelli Igor Kelly Boultbee Oakey

Australians Awarded D F C for Raid Pilots

Melbourne report notes two Australians awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for bomber operations over Germany. Squadron Leader Bowr… Captain Currin and Pilot Officer Cur… from the Royal Australian Navy were cited for leadership, courage, and successful raids including attacks on German warships and bomber defenses.

Melbourne Aklastron Planer Na Germany Aoswealiat Iing AIH McDonald Rowman Veloriane Hewend AM Rainierey Leater Bowmay Drimrmines Judement Ug Jormetion Brill Haney Pines Genpaicher Sydney Sentasya Liew Smith Scherr Beauty

V A C Q To Issue Tickets For Petrol

The Rover Automotive Cyn ot aniponal One Hig received permission Co ALCS aintiluator Of petro ration IckeLs. Secretary Mr Len Bing said members would be able to collect tickets at the club rooms instead of a nab pttine. They would have to present member cards as well as renew registration. Tickets would be available between 9 0 a.m. and 6 30 p.m.

V.A.C.Q Rover Automotive Peemision Co Aintiluator Petro IckeLs Len Bing Aple Tirketa

Temperature Trends and Weather Outlook Highlight Evacuee Message

The report notes above normal temperatures at 14.2 degrees and mentions high winds and a belated thunderstorm. It records a 1 pm manatutn event, references a 108 degree reading in Campowesl and notes varied temperatures across locations. Forecasters expect southerly to southeasterly winds with rain chances later in the day.

Bydney Monnay Gomuingeater Grlahane Cherrman Ernest Treee Hormel Parellin Eisin Winton Niunerly Sony

No gift In tos terge in Tha Sunday

The fragment notes a brief mention in Tha Sunday about gifts or donations, but details are unclear. No identifiable persons, organizations, or dates are readable to anchor a full summary.

Dye To Test Purity Of Davies Park Baths

An article describes testing Davies Park baths to verify water purity. Officials including Alderman Downey and City Health Inspector plan chlorine testing to ensure the bath and pool water remain safe. The process aims to reveal any contaminants and restore public confidence in bathing facilities.

Davies Park Baths Oceag Svalleen Downey Ghiet Health Jatter Anouia

Three Soldiers Fined Sequel To City Riots

A group of soldiers and civilians faced Police Court after weekend clashes in the city and Routh Rria vane. Several pleaded not guilty to disorderly behavior while others were fined or remanded. arguments centered on obscene language and disruptive conduct near pubs and at the hotel.

Ola Pours Pevernt Vivilians Uke Routh Rriavane Ache Po. Koyvett Muchiiome Guinth Adelaide Lunes Croran Semmell Jacke Gielen Sidney Benson Atur Bock William Henry Xempson Alendre Wink Adelaide Street Ray Grogda Brit Oliver GB McCauley Ward Street William “Honey Ign Victoria Brisbane Une Wek Lean Co Tom Ce Ley Beni Gerprent C. McCarthy Yollee Yenierday Walters Efer Havin James Carmody

New Trial In Roche Will Suit Before Judge and Jury

A new trial begins in the Roche will case as cawin Cimuaeneion store keeper of Augathels faces a murder charge related to Mrs. Margaret Roche. Roche widow Mrs. Tanbellm Allen of Herwood is named as mother and next of kin. The case involves the contested will and administration of Mrs Roche’s estate.

Roche Cawin Cimuaeneion Augathels Margaret Jmne Roche Justice Macrasaan Supreme Court Rache Hotel Ar Hgatheln Beniembee Palo Mellon Hare Tanbellm Allen Herwood Mra Mocnie Neevidaly Na Magea Mes Roches Mrr. E Caetulor

Two Killed In New Zealand Rail Smash

Two members of a train crew died and 12 passengers were injured when an engine derailed near Mercer south of Auckland on the Limited express from Wellington to Auckland. Witnesses described wrecked carriages, disabled lines, and passengers entombed as emergency crews surveyed the scene.

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Man Power Ministry In Action New Canberra Department Formed

The new Department of Labour and National Services, led by Mr Welt, is formally established by the National Security Relations Gazette. It will oversee advisory and training bodies, defence coordination, and manpower provisioning for wartime needs, including industrial and labour policies and recruitment efforts.

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Girl Finds 20 Pounds Worth of Gold on Road

A young girl, daughter of a local family, picked up gold worth about 20 pounds while walking near Mary Street in Giecbstt Laney. The metal was found on a roadway and returned home after the incident on a Saturday. Workmen nearby had been clearing debris, and the item appeared to have been there since the previous day.

Ain Northern Command Mereme Vanderkur Sebi-Beering Giecbstt Laney Mary Street Zoe

Canberra Information Dept Review In Progress

The Information Department review in Canberra considers abolishing or limiting the department’s functions. Prime Minister Mens Hent sale to day declined. A cabinet discussion is ongoing about the department’s future and the minister suggested a possible successor.

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