ANZAC Day Observance Sparks Brisbane Deputation
A Brisbane deputation representing veteran and civic groups urged the Premier to declare Anzac Day a sacred public holiday. The Premier’s response was noncommittal, noting cost and impact on workers while acknowledging broad public sentiment.
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Imperial Longue
Comite
Brisbane Chamber of Commerce
Chamber of Mianiffeurers
Royal Society of St. George
Queensland Erin Association
Commercial Travellers’ Association
Presbytery of
Brixtone
WK Varios Progress
Yesteredhiy
W. McCormack
Todaive Ann Day
Hiathibay
All Life Hesses
2 Tay
Bill
Laor Parte
Ine
Apprenticeship Committee Meets Amid Trade Labor Concerns
At Cairns the Apprenticeship Committee discussed attendance at technical college and proposed correspondence courses. The meeting reviewed an apprentice who failed to tender explanations and addressed trade training, with plans to extend correspondence options and consider future intake across several trades.
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Empemter
Shiv Wause Wiley
Powal
Cairns Teelintoal
Amalgamated Engineering Union
Cairns Brune
Sisay Mille
Lemay
Brisbane
Engineering
Darwin Air Base arrival of Air Marshal Silane amid warwork plans
Reports indicate Air Marshal Julia Silane visited Darwin to review postwar strategy and assess load at the base. The visit coincides with ongoing construction and expansion efforts as the force adapts to new regional responsibilities.
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Darwin
Julia Silane
Delmar
Alleged Libel Case Involves King's Counsel Claiming £5090
Report details a libel action where King’s Counsel seeks £5090 in damages. The case references Adela tivat and Anes Giles, with a jury trial noted and Thiele linked to a related murder conviction. The document mentions August 28 proceedings and ongoing courtroom actions.
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Adelativ
Atapuer
Mapisner
Miter Alia
Ann Giles
San
Giles
Jordanevn
Tiel
Sympathy strike leads to assault on steward aboard Atholl
In Westport on the steamer Atholl a steward was severely assaulted during a sympathy strike. Malwaimed Ab dullai was arrested after attempting to attack the steward with a weapon. Nine of Abalullah's countrymen aboard refused to return to the ship.
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Wellington
Atgnat
Atholl
Westport
Malwaimed Abdullai
Abalullah
Community Gathers to Praise Apprenticeship Committee Work
Secretary Cunmings of the Loess Advisory Committee along with Mr Hall commends the apprentices advisory group for their duties. Members were thanked for their efforts and the positive impact on public attention and support.
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Cunmings
Loess
Hall
Cairns City Meter Rents Debated At Special Meeting
A Cairns council special meeting discussed maintaining meter rents with no reduction. Aldermen debated cost, billing, and the electric authority’s charges, noting cyclone damages and rising generation costs while considering street-light rate changes and future financial effects.
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Cairns
Mayer
Tol
Ypower Rowse
Oetle
Bieckart
Ino
Federal Election Date Confirmed in Canberra Meeting
In Canberra on August 29 the three Federal Parliament parties met to align on the election date set for November 17. Bruce briefed Nacionalista on a budget passage plan to end the campaign by polling day while Page reported to the Country Party. Members indicated no formal objections as parties pledged support to the necessary ministry actions.
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Canberra
Bruce
Nacionalista
Earlhcat
Page
Country Party
I Aig Aehou
Scullin
Edite Flothy
63 Mile Gale Strikes Melbourne Destroying Property
A severe gale in Melbourne on Tuesday night and Wednesday morning caused extensive damage. The strongest wind since 1923 unroofed a Richmond factory, toppled iron, shattered a Carlton chimney, and knocked down electric lines. A horse died from the wires, and two residents were briefly buried under debris but survived with minor injuries.
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Melbourne
Furst
Richmond
Aelton
Carlie
Bodies for England from submarine victims voyage
Paris August 27 Admiralty arrange transport for the bodies of victims of the submarine Las iohy to the cruiser Champoon which will sail them to plan relief the crew and be handed over by Soviet authorities to the English steamer Trane on arrival at Kerens Where the 155 will towed after VYhe Vrurn will join the on at a Baltic rendezvous.
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Paris
Admiralty
Ralne Sea
Champoon
Kerens
England's Team Selections Called Strong for Australia Tour
London August 27 The Evening Standard says Jupp, long tipped as a ready sewer for the side, is among the best picks in the England squad. His presence is urged as a stabilizing factor with Hobbs in reserve should he falter, while the tour to Australia looms.
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London
Jupp
Ted
Ile Sewer Feenth
Australia
Auatealia
Hobbs
Peace in Manchuria Restored After Recall in Muar Chevrin
The report notes tranquility returning to Muar Chevrin after a period of unrest with recall orders issued. No injuries or casualties are reported. The situation centers on Manchurian tensions and local stabilization efforts following the events referenced.
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Muar Chevrin
Debate on power costs and meter rent amid city lighting concerns
Aldermen discussed reducing electric charges and meter rents as part of light costs. Proposals aimed to lessen profits from public utilities and shift review to the engineer and electric authority, with questions on overall consumer impact and timing before year end.
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Ile
Electric Authority
Hoare
Murchiven
Mier Mureneent
Murchison
Birch
Gil Sy
Highway Robbery Shocked Motorists in Suburbs
In Bolane August 2 a circulated claim linked to the Highway Association urged motorists to pay a private parking fee in street areas. Inquiries show the circular was produced by local residents and aimed to justify fees after a recent Supreme Court decision. City officials deny the group’s authority and warn residents about unlawful collection.
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Mike Moran
Gary
Toby Plain
Pw Tt
Posilane
Alba Association
Annelle
Cety Coulis
Snes Cine
Elrembar
Eles
Mayernaeene
Melbourneity Omnes
Kingsford Smith Arrival and Tasman Hop Preparations
Sydney reports Kingsford Smith and the Southern Cross crew arriving at Richmond after a delayed afternoon. Engineer Maidment begins overhaul for the New Zealand flight and crew receive new propellers from the company, with preparations to depart soon.
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Kingsford Smith
Richmond
Tasman
Sydney
Richmond Caven
Mer, Maidment
New Zealand
Southerm Cross
Plaine Clan
Nothing Secret Rictor's Disappearance Aboard Controversy
Calgary dispatch reports confusion over Rictor disappearance with fragmented notes about secretive motives and international links. The text mentions secrecy, investigations, and connections to observers in Winnipeg and other places, detailing unclear motives and possible targets.
NSW Miners A Suggestion Ridiculed In Split Plans
The Miners Federation branch president Mr Hoare proposed a secret ballot among miners to decide on accepting provincial pods to break from the branch executive. Critics say the move could be graft driven by lodge officials tied to mine proprietors. The ALP secretary and others dispute the plan citing lack of trust and the need for unity among workers.
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Swantew
Nugiet
Parthern
The
Miners’ Federation
Hoare
Worthern
Elliery
Willetuls
S. Hird
Gasworks Explosion Injures Three Men in Adelalue
An explosion at a gasworks caused by a cable fault or pipe rupture injured three men. One worker was taken to a hospital with bruises and shock while others escaped serious harm. A superintendent faced questions over safety duties as investigators inspect the disaster scene.
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Adelalue
South
Austra
Tian Gas
Four saved after Lane Cove river collision in Sydney
An August collision between a ferry steamer and a motor launch on Lane Cove river in Sydney led to four travelers escaping unharmed after a scare. several injuries and a fatality were reported amid chaotic moments as rescuers responded.
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Sydney
Lane Cove River
Taro
Netietreyin
Young Wiediatels
Owertsaural
Southbound Mail Incident Near Thoopara
Two shots were fired at the Southern bound mail near Thoopara about nine o clock. Fireman William Gordon Dallow was grazed on the shoulder as he stooped to fire the engine. The other shot hit carriages but caused no injury. Dallow resumed duty this morning as police investigate the occurrence.
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Bowen
Thoopara
Proserpine
Willian Gordon Dallow
City Affairs Discuss Road Repairs and Public Works Proposals
The meeting covered meg repairs and proposed city shore improvements. Aldermen debated attendance, possible island exhibition on Green Island, and caretaker duties for future projects.
Street Repairs Debate Over Unfinished Jobs and Oversight
The council discussed long delayed street repairs after Ak Egan cited holes on the Cries Mevures and Atherton warned of damage to his car. Ald. Woodward demanded monthly work schedules for the Engineer and public records of unfinished items.
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Ak Egan
Atherton
Woodward
Leivers Woell
Fey
AL Egan
Ald Keble
Murchison
Butter Exports Policy Boost From Australian Committee
Sydney August 29 The Australian Stabilisation Committee decided today to raise the bounty period for butter exports under the Paterson Scheme from the Commonwealth coast. A new levy on butter manufactured remains in effect at Tid per pound.
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Sydney
Australian Stabilisation Committee
Paterson
Commonwealth
Skeleton found solves seven year old Wilparn gold fields mystery
In Perth a prospector Janes Mitchell’s skeleton was found along with his wheelbarrow and remains near Southern Cross. G Rogers, a sandalwood cutter, reported the discovery about 27 miles from town. Mitchell, aged, had a wife and daughter, and disappeared seven years ago.
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Wilparn
Janes Mitchell
Southern
Ross
Rogers
Hichell
Southern Cross
Dismissal Defamation Case Against Stanthorpe Shire Officials
Brisbane August 28 A defamation claim for 3509 pounds was filed against Stanthorpe Shire Council figures Amnie Shelford former shire clerk and G Roperson chairman The suit contends a written statement declaring Shelford’s services unsatisfactory damaged her employment prospects and prompted a special meeting discussing termination The case was adjourned during cross examination by Justice Macrossan and a jury.
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Justice Macrossan
Amnie Shelford
Stanthorpe
Evilg Roperson
Teavier
Stanthorne
Pintetti
Sie
Toa
State Politics Sipe BP Vce Mr Jones Intentions Bird in Hand
Regan ue The Minister for Mines stated today that while Jones appreciated the invitation to enter Federal Parliament via Maranoa electorate he intended to remain in the State Parliament by Waddington.
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Ueislane
Regan Ae
Ale. A. Jones
J. Mines
Maranoa
Waddington
Dinkum Oil Prompts Battle for Maram Federal Seat
Charleville August 29 Labor forces vow to fight for Maram Federal seat as political students predict current member Mr Janes Hunter will retain it. Despite Roma’s office near where Albert Jones, State Minister for Mines, operates, experts say Mr Manter holds Bruce Government’s “dinktum oil” to secure victory.
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Charleville
Owittack
Maram
Janes Hunter
Roma
Albert Jones
Manter
Bruce
Weather delays repair work and council debate on engineers
The council discusses weather delaying heavy lorries and drainage works. The mayor defends the engineer as director of labour and decision maker on tasks. Aldermen push for clarity on future projects and legal limits for the engineer's duties.
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al, Hoare
Audy
Ald Murchison
Wold
Murchison
Hoare
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