Christmas Tragedy Strikes North Queensland Family
A five year old boy from North Queensland died at home after a family bereavement. The mother Mrs Hector and relatives mourn the loss as the child’s father’s military service looms. The family has been notified of the death as details about the boy’s illness are sparse. The narrative references the boy’s recent age, the early February enlistment era for service, and an implied connection to wartime movements, hinting at broader strains on families during the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Queensland
Hector
France
Murdy
Kratina
Cook- Ta Oorties
Rae Dome
Roomead House
Gordonvale
Russell River Flats
Peems Elongside
Wm. Lennon
Gu Bothing Charged In Earlier Request Case
A person named Gu Bothing faces formal charges related to a prior request case. The docket lists the alleged actions and the court handling the matter, with no additional details disclosed in the readable text.
Palace Pictures Special Star Attraction Screen Tonight
Palace Pictures advises patrons that a special star attraction will be screened tonight Thursday. For particulars see front page.
Fragmentary debate on language dominance in the United States
The fragment discusses concerns over English potentially being supplanted by German and questions whether a plot existed to promote this shift. It reflects anxieties about language power and cultural influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bette
United States
Ger
German Press Far Apart on War Aims and Unity
An analysis of German newspapers from Detroit and San Francisco shows split opinions on war aims and the nation’s unity. Some papers call for aggressive expansion while others voice concern over betrayals and the need to suppress dissent as the public suffers under wartime strain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Alsace
Lorraine
Trentino
Galicia
Bukovine
Austria
Abend
Detroi
Kaiser and Chanceller
Ne Demokrat
San Francisc
Europe
Illinois Staats Zeitung
Chicago
I¢ Press
Hindenburg
Uniomet Fined for Missing Industrial Meeting in Brisbane
In Brisbane the Industrial Magistrate’s Court heard UNIOMIET fined under Australasian Meat Industry Employees Union rules for failing to attend a district council meeting. Taylor faced the fine. Quinlan defended the union, while Macgregor for the defendant pleaded guilty. The defendant, a pipe-lay worker, argued lack of courtesy and notice before a three month advance clearance rule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Queensland
Brisbane
G A
Hee
Australasian Meat Industry Employees’ Union
Epics
Taylor
E. E. Quinlan
PF. Macgregor
Thynne and
Macartney
Macgregor
Mr. Macgregor
Sion
Murarric
Onion
Mr. Quinlan
P.M
Debate Over Union Threats Ends With Weekly Payment Order
A man facing fines for not attending union meetings faced threats and claims of unfair treatment. Witnesses argued about tyranny and rules while the defendant, fearing confrontation, stayed away and paid £1 weekly after the magistrate ordered a £5 maximum penalty and a weekly settlement.
Digestive Tablets Mentioned in Remedy Ad
An old remedy advertisement claims Dr Sheldon’s Digestive Tablets cure poor appetite loss of strength nervousness headaches and bad breath offering a general stomach aid. The text emphasizes health benefits and digestive support.
Motherhood at the Palace Ends Holiday Run with Drama
At the Palace the holiday program ends with the film Motherhood showing in a poignant tale of infidelity and redemption. The screening accompanies The Cloud featuring Jean Sothern and a selection of dramas and comedies, including Naples and Vesuvius, aimed at holiday crowds.
Dorothy Dalton Stars in The Flame of the Yukon at Cairns Theatre
Dorothy Dalton headlining The Flame of the Yukon at Cairns Theatre draws crowds as the Triangle film showcases her as a Yukon ice queen and the main draw at Black Jack ree’s Midas Cafe. The plot follows a stranger’s arrival and a tense, sensational tale amid lively town life. Tonight’s show is the final screening before a change in the bill.
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Dorothy Dalton
Yukon
Cairns
Orothy Dalton
Black Jack Ree
Peoeruner
Midas Cafe
Black Jack
Sar Y
Fragmentary Civil War era spy feature teased in Cairns show
In a fragmentary description a Fox feature hints at active espionage themes with references to Nathan Hale and civilian loyalty. The piece mentions a Cairns presentation and a mock portrayal of spy activity during a period of civil strife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fox
Cairns @n
Nathan Hale
Voices on Belgian Sacrifice in Cardinal Mercier’s War Book
The piece praises Cardinal Mercier’s War utterances in The Voice of Belgium, highlighting the Archbishop of Malines as a steadfast figure. Preface writer A Bourne lauds two historic names, commending the priest’s pastoral letters for their patriotism and devotion amid German upheaval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cardinal Mercier
Voice
Belgium
Fry
Alorre
Cara Bourne
Be Eo
Malimes
Malines
Christ
Indomitable Belgian Spirit in War Time Protests
A church official condemns the invading Austro-German forces, denouncing their authority as unlawful and urging obedience to conscience. The appeal to truth exposes abuses of the Hague Convention and calls church leaders to reject oppression in Belgium.
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Belgium
Trth
Austro-Germany
Ermor von Bissing
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Palace Pictures
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Hamilton Fyfe
London
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Ted Holland
Villiers Semjn
Doncaster
Spéery Cap
Wbhrom
Coiree
Mareera
Uniomiet
Sheldon
Messrs
A. P. Greenfield & Co., Ltd
George Street
Townsville
Herberton
Ose Ee
G. Lisha’s
Hess
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End, Ord, & Pth Jak
Entertainments
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Macleay Duffs
Gale Distributing Agents
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