Queensland recruiting committee dissolved amid War fears
A Melbourne telegram reports the Queensland recruiting committee was dissolved by the Director-General due to its advocacy of conscription. Vice-chairman A J Thynne says the telegram’s wording is not exact. Some members left the voluntary system and the committee handed control to the Director-General. a new committee will be named on Monday. Thynne was asked to become chair.
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Brisbane
Melbourne
Queensland
Hig
A. J. Thynne
Thynne
Australian Grazing Farmers Press for Frontline Policy
The Queensland Farmers conference in Brisbane debates wartime policy urging better treatment for captured enemies and calls to employ the aged unless fit for front lines. A Berne report notes the Anglo Turkish Conference ready to discuss prisoner treatment in Turkey.
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Brisbane
Berne
Turkey
Will
Antics of a Silly Woman Prompt Defiance in Operations
Fragmentary text shows a scene where fear addresses a group urging defiance against the Government. Mentions Cel, ee ee a waren, Peacewet, and a plan to nag working men and involve them in action.
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Fearst
Cel
Rosehill racing postponed after strikes
The Turf notes Rosehill races cancelled due to strikes. Jockey Club Roseville Racing Club have postponed meetings on the 17th and 26th of September in respect of the mentioned clubs. Sydney reports no races will be held tomorrow at Rosehill.
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Rosevile Cad
Cookson Agee Ciaes
Sydney
Rosehill
Wallabies Prepare as Rangers Clash Looms
Brisbane August 17 reports a Toowong Club youth and New Farm Club players set for a match day lineup against the Rangers on Sunday. Forward lineup includes Captain C Baker Sullivan Laker Jones Lyons Laver Mooney Lenpon Prichard and backs Dee ONeill. game details remain unclear.
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Brisbane
M. College
Toowong Club
Geneae Lotteioe
Bshy
Jess Bert
New Farm Club
Wallabies
Rangers
C. Baker
Sullivan
ML ‘Taker
Jones
Ww. Lyons
E. Laver
Mooney
T. Lenpon
W. Prichard
Enlon
F. O'Neill
Entomology professor outlines sugar industry pest control report
Dr Illingworth of Hawaii, recently appointed entomologist for the sugar industry, forwards findings to Mr Easterby. He stresses culture operation benefits and notes native insect challenges, parasitic approaches, and the role of bacteria and fungi under proper moisture. He urges conserving humus and lime use and hints at future grub poisoning methods.
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Brisbane
University of Hawaii
Easterby
Illingworth
Entreaties and War Themed Features In Recent Film Row
An entertainment note highlights a film described as a sensational piece with themes of wartime nursing and heroism. It references Monte M. Katt and a cast including Renton and Signaller Skeyhill, noting strong support from topical comedies and scenic segments.
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Cairns
J Monte M. Katt
Signaller Skeyhill
Fatally Kicked in Innisfall Incident
An August report from Innisfall notes a fatal assault resulting in the death of a young son of a local resident identified as Mr. Wheerie Ald and others. The article fragment provides limited details on the incident and lacks official statements. Further information was not available in the readable text.
Requisition to Mr Kidston Urges Queensland Return
A Brisbane paper reports a circulating requisition from Queensland electors urging The Hon William Kidston to re enter public life. They say his return would aid the Nationalist party at the next state elections and pledge strong support if he accepts the public service and restores stable government.
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Queensland
Trade in Foreign Countries Win Esteem for Chamberlain Cough Remedy
Foreign nations join the competition with this popular medicine. Chamberlain's Co Cough Remedy is praised as meritorious and widely used for coughs and colds, claimed to be the best, sold everywhere.
Late Granted In Townsville Probate
Townsville on August 17 granted a late probate to William John Hos ford of the same place for personalty.
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Townsville
Ford
William John Hosford
Galan Stir Introduces New Line of Pumema Hats
Galan Stir debuts a fresh collection from Yt Blue Jee rey Drill Treasers featuring Pumema hats. The rollout highlights bold styles and new materials while signaling a push into fashion accessories.
Signaller Wai Cited as Remarkable War Figure
The young signaller Wai, only twenty two, draws attention in capitals for his daring exploits and deep knowledge of Balkan fronts. He speaks with a voice that reveals a calm, determined approach to trench warfare and the Russian position. The narrative hints at his skepticism about local Red Cross aid and teases a broader wartime tale unfolding Monday and Tuesday.
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Skeyhils
Meaves
Leah Aie
Bris
Thaontan
Balkans
Admiralia
Russa
Red Cross
Conscript Labor Tension Reflected in Industrial Struggles
The fragment references threats to compel labor across occupations and to channel workers into private employment or trade profit, signaling rising industrial tensions and likely serious challenges in managing labor during economic strain.
Prohibition Debate and War Time Holiday Rulings
A government board urges a nationwide vote on liquor prohibition with compensation for affected interests. It also proposes restricting alcohol sales and setting sport event hours on public holidays during the war and six months after, with a postwar clarification to curb hours.
Naretha Pastilles Offer Voice Relief in Cairns Ad
When troubled by coughing hoarseness or throat irritation use Naretha Pastilles. The product claims to ease soothe and strengthen the vocal cords with a ready supply from W A Collins Chemist Cairns at 1/6 a box.
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W. A. Collins
Cairns
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