This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 16 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 06, 1938
Page
1
London reports that Herr Kollner and Herr Vollmer linked peace to Carlsbad demands and Henlein’s eight points, with new push for removal of Czechs who moved into German zones. Prague and Nuremberg waits on developments as Nazi rally gears up.
Pearce dominates a international pool of challengers in a tense title bout. Australian champion Madden faces Petron in a world title clash while Toronto and other regions witness the event. Reports note Pearce's strong performance and the crowd reaction as the world title frame tightens.
A man was reported missing after leaving his home in a rural area yesterday morning. Local authorities said he was last seen wearing worn clothing near his residence and there are concerns for his safety. Neighbors reported hearing strange noises near the man’s home late at night. Police urge anyone with information to contact the sheriff’s department.
A second typhoon hit Japan after a warning was issued. It approached from Ranta Jolande, AtUrk Onaka and Kobe, uprooting trees and tearing down barriers. Western steam routes were disrupted and services suspended, shipping paralyzed, and schools closed.
A proposal to supply Caboolture Wondford and Kilesy with electricity from Brisbane City Council via a temporary arrangement was discussed. Officials including N Bleakley and KS Cornwall touted a rural power expansion, promising a broader electrical network and growth in farming districts.
The Minister for Public Works announced the Matin Roads Commission plans a route from Beaudesert to Lamington National Park via Duck Creek. The move ignores government offers to compensate timber holders and aims to connect Duck Creek with the New England Trip highway, boosting park development and regional access.
At Coolangatta on Monday a rifle club range event ended in danger when a man and a stroller were struck by stray bullets as spectators gathered. Officers reviewed safety measures and a complaint was raised about the emergency landing and line of fire amid the confusion.
George Perkin aged 15 of Ingleson Road Tingalpa was fatally injured when his arms were caught in moving cogs at Shannon's Brick and Tile Works Murarrie yesterday afternoon. He was taken to Brisbane General Hospital where he died from internal injuries after the accident. A worker, Dedes Gaie, reported the boy became entangled while about 20 feet from the machine.
A blaze at Cribb Island destroyed the houses of Henry Cappa and another near George and Moreton Streets. A volunteer bucket brigade fought the flames as a strong north wind fed the fire. One occupant, William Jamies Couins, was asleep and escaped as the wind shifted, threatening a third house. Contents were lost, and insurance status unclear.
Sir Hubert Wilkins, arriving in Sydney aboard the Monterey, said his polar ambitions stem from early drought experiences in South Australia and aim to improve long range weather forecasting. He plans a ninth Antarctic expedition with Lincoln Allwardty, noting dozens of meteorological stations in the Arctic and Antarctic to support worldwide weather data. The project seeks permanent stations to enhance global forecasting and aid governments in the southern hemisphere.
Lieutenant-Colonel J M Grant has been named commanding officer of the Queensland Scottish Battalion, to be gazetted this week. He succeeds the 1501 Infantry Battalion, with Defence Minister Thorby outlining the move. Grant, previously commander at signedlere in Guecraiens, is a Queensland-born engineer and has led the Royal Austral Inglocers Multiny in Queensland.
Sydney reports negotiators face a nearing deadline as the Miners Federation warns of a general industry strike if the coal owners fail to meet terms before the ultimatum expires. The federation, backed by labor authorities, weighs further action as discussions over wage cuts and output controls continue amid a regulatory dispute.
Mr Lyons asks Australian churches to consider a Sunday World Peace Day with a unified prayer across all denominations. He urges government support and urges authorities to align religious services with the aim of promoting global harmony and divine guidance.
The Wynnum council member has resigned amid parliamentary objection. A vacancy must be filled within a month, with Nominaliox Day set for September 2 and Poll Day scheduled for Saturday October 1, from 9 am to 6 pm. The notice designates a by election process and local election officials.
Arba tion relief workers shift to full time. Many Brisbane men receive preliminary notice of work in country districts from September 18. Department of Labour and Industry officers arrange distribution of workers to undertake development works across wide areas including Catena Cholangalin and Jland Baralaua and Ganndbwiindi. The scheme aims to supplement government programs, create real development, and provide employment in supplying industries and with undertakers. Premier replies to critics.
Sydney Monday reports Dr Sargent presided over the first rehearsal of the Australian National Orchestra. More than 100 musicians attended, arriving from other states. Charles Moses and Australian Concert Commission managers produced the event, with Sargent calling it the finest collection of singers to appear in Australia and naming Sydney’s Tanned son and Melbourne Edouned tims as leaders of the orchestra.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.