White Australia policy and the race debate in policy comments
The text argues for a pragmatic White Australia policy focused on maintaining living standards by limiting immigration from cheaper countries. It contends Australia should avoid racial discrimination claims, urge better overseas publicity, and propose student exchanges with India and China to spread values. It also calls for stronger economic ties with neighboring countries to manage population and resources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australis
Wall
Australia
Moscow
India
China
Brand
Nave
Ciie
Fragmented OCR News Item on Local Incident
A damaged OCR snippet describes a pedestrian and a biker involved in a street incident. Readable elements mention a race, a passerby, and a pond area with vague location hints. No clear names, dates, or organizations are recoverable from the fragment.
Disposals Junk From Darwin and Brisbane Train Freight Woes
Fragmented OCR notes describe junk disposal and freight issues at Darwin and Brisbane with damaged sheets and cracked pages. Mentions of people, places, and dates are unclear but imply transport delays and unsold or misrouted goods. The passage references Bark, water, and various names, signaling a noisy, partial report on disposal and freight disruptions.
Brisbane Swelters in Heat as City Hits Record High
Brisbane endures a scorching December with temperatures climbing toward a record. Humidity stays high, making conditions uncomfortable for shoppers and beachgoers. Pedestrian heat mirrors road surfaces, forcing light footwear and careful travel.
Church calls unity as Brisbane workers seek industrial peace
Archbishop Duhig urged working men and employers to bridge gaps in the Brisbane unrest crisis. He warned the old employer employee bond is dissolving and urged churches to foster understanding and dialogue to avert more strikes. He suggested church led efforts, through Catholic groups, to promote peace and mediation ahead of future discussions.
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Brisbane
Duhig Tormut “Tily
Tomasille de Emoe
Lemployer
Uae
Becter
Erin Church of Australia
Archbshop
Duhig
The
Courant Eta Churcher
Reewutler
Steiner
Shipping Movements and Trade Routes Across Allied Seas
Partial OCR narrative outlines shipping movements from Sydney to Cairns and back, detailing departures on January 7 from Dundala and Cairns, coal from Newcastle, sugar to Adelaide, delays and multiple legs via Prine tr, Freeede te, and Cooktown. It mentions Roman Catholic missions at Alexishiaten and routes toward Ny Wasdane, Iren Briabang, Cairni, Cooktown, and Sydney with January dates and voyage plans.
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Ah Bardalaar
General Cares
Wim
Sydney
Dundala
Cairns
Newcastle
Anc
Brialogne
Adelaida Pii Mare
Cairne
Aiexishiaten
Ny Wasdane
Iren Briabang
Dua Cairni
Cooktown
Boane
Ilan Ainge
Dus Calas
Dave Sydney
Rata
Gromyka Named Deputy Foreign Minister in Moscow
Reuters reports from Moscow that the Soviet Council of Ministers announced M. Gromyka, permanent Russian delegate to the UN Security Council, will become Deputy Foreign Minister. The move elevates his role in Soviet diplomacy amid rising Cold War tensions.
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London
Reuters
Moscow
Soviet Council of Minsters
M. Gromyka
Dale
UN Security Council
WAAAF Service Extension and Ministerial Travel News
December 30 report notes WAAAF members may stay in service until March 31 unless cabinet decides otherwise. ARNT MINTER returns from Ta fum. Minister Chambers arrived in Darwin en route from Adelaide tonight.
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Sydney
WAAAF
Wunbl
Vnte
Dave
Arnt
TAFAM
Unclear fragmentary note on tributes and bereavement
Fragmentary OCR text references tributes, bereavement notices, and a memorial roll. Personal names and institutions are distorted, making full details unreadable.
Canberra Yearend unrest shocks Australians in 1987
December 24 report from Canberra cites a tense year end with industrial unrest and government inaction. Premier statements describe irresponsible union actions threatening essential services and a general public crisis as leaders vow a tougher stance for 1988.
On the eve of New Year ask the Labour Government to take lock
A fragmented local report discusses political criticism of the Labour Government for failing to spur production and justify broader reforms. It notes a stubborn stance on taxation, wage policy, and impending price pressures, with references to industrial tension and calls for urgent action. The piece also covers weather forecasts and a Cairns art exhibition opening, highlighting local figures and civic remarks.
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Labour
Australia
Chitev
Dowglan Thomas
Rédice
Death of Ernest Henry Collett Clayton MLA
Ernest Henry Collett Clayton, longtime Wide Bay representative in Queensland's parliament, died after a long illness. Born at Tinana, he entered politics in 1920 representing Wide Bay, and had indicated retirement from the present Parliament. He had prior work in farming and cattle craft, and his passing comes amid a period of heavy rains and unsettled weather affecting northern districts.
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Maryborough
Ernest Henry Collett Clayton
Wide Bay
Queensland
Clayton
Tinana
Farmig
Ashone
Wite Bay
Lab
Raina
Perth
Rarny
Grare
Pomatal Tair
Meneiene
Ate Q. Brown
Clarter
Montha
Metall
Australian wives delay on Japan tour in January announcement
Fragmented report notes ministerial remarks about Australian wives and a planned January arrival in Japan. Mentions Mr Chambery and an Australian contingent with improved conditions in recent months.
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Darwin
Japan
Irc
Chambery
Wrecked Plane Near Menté Under Investigation
A wrecked plane near Menté prompts an official investigation as authorities examine the remains and determine the causes and possible victims. The incident triggers emergency response units and local officials to coordinate a formal inquiry.
MLC.C. Treated Game Lightly At Bendigo
Bendigo reports a one day match where England batsmen struggled as Australia bowlers and fielders dominated. Key moments feature Tris and Gib adding notable scores while Lockwood and Pollard contributed modestly. Final totals reflect a decisive home performance with several standout fielding catches and economical bowling analyses.
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Bendigo
Bendigh
Victorane
England
Waneex Tris
Tost Brillant
Bette
Cairns Behan Creek Water Scheme Plans Discussed
The Cairns-Mule Water Board chair Mr W A Collins spoke at Cairns City Council Chambers with deputations from Combined Progress Associations of Cairns City and Mulgrave Shire. Questions covered labour, costs, full time staffing, supply delays, and progress of the Behan Creek scheme, with estimates around £34400 and a project timeline of about a year for surveying and two more years for construction.
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Cairns City
Erie Shire
F. R. Morris
R. H. Rudga
W. A. Collins
Progress Associations
Mulgrave Shire
J. T. Tully
Collins
Tully
Behana
Sears
Sureney Anim
Coliink
North Queens- Wand
Courne
Mulgrave Shure
Colby
Oaks
Ake
Coline
Kaught
Mator
Prehrain- Hemmond
Nuttal
von Langridge
Ube
Gale Ana i
Rnvineers Saniseaith
Cairn
Water Authority
Behona
Xing
Messrs
Morris
Rudge
Board de Cairne-Stulpeeve Water Board
Prearese Stexciatione
Boater Huty
Cole
Tae
Disposals Commission
Cairns
de Ap Petasen
Calmis
Joey Ryd Mester
Wc Gritin
Achemie
Mulgrave
Runge
Howe A.ward
Cairne
Progres A Soctarions
New Guinea policy criticized by General Morris in war debates
General Morris condemns Australian policy in New Guinea arguing natives suffer from lax aid and mismanagement. He cites pig seizures, village evacuations, and delayed rebuilding as worst aspects, urges local representation, medical care, and funded welfare while condemning Canberra's view of natives as passive. He recalls aiding natives during wartime and stresses loyalty and long-term costs.
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Morris
Niscome Im
Monuie
Mr Ward
New Guinea
Menabeds
Port Moresby
Hansbadant Jos
Matupi
Rebeal
Australia
Moresby
Ward
Morrie
Jean
Northern Territory
Canberra
Bowling: MCC wins with tight bowling spell
Seelenemeyer failed to take a wicket in 0 for 47 as Cleary bowled 0 for 43 and Phyland claimed 1 for a few. Burchell took 1 for 2 while Knight had 1 for 18. Hare$ delivered a late breakthrough, and MCC won on the first innings.
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Seelenemeyer
Cleary
Phyland
Burchell
Knight
Hare
MCC
Fist Mings
French Action in Saar Sparks Berlin Controversy
Reuters dispatch from Moscow reports Pravda criticizes France for setting a customs barrier between the Saar and Germany, denying earlier French claims of council approval and asserting the move was unilateral. Pravda says the barrier aims to prevent food leakage and reflects Paris’s policy stance.
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London
Reuters Corresponden
Moscow
Pravie
Saar
Germany
Gepsibeda
Council of Foreign Minister
New York
Ofe
Help Sought in Persian Decoded Economic Plan
An aid request emerges amid unclear text about Persian plans and government actions. The fragment hints at economic and fiscal strategy and a discussion on a national plan with likely government involvement. Details remain obscured by garbled OCR.
Missionary Rescue and Troop Bravery Report from Alexishafen
A mixed group of five Roman Catholic missionaries depart Alexishafen. two are rescued by American forces near Holland. The others endure peril as ships are shelled and crewed by Japanese forces. Twelve missionaries return home after three years in Druban, with Father unt commenting on the wreckage. A plan to move Father Hus Wt with Pot nty ey yaire to Maria is noted, with voyage to Cairne in a Portuigi.
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Calpe
Borald
Cairne
J.C. Kenny
Calne Trades and Labour Council
Kenn
Mie Oa
Alexishafen
Te Ameriespa
Hollands
Ayer
Eriestet
Ellie Bor
Jepsness
Drubans
Unt
Musa
Hus
Marie
Storemen and Packers Set Deadline in Brisbane Dispute
The Storemen and Packers Union faces deadline in Brisbane over a wage dispute. A conference planned for 6:20 am failed as board chair Nielsen was absent due to illness, leaving union secretary Carrigan and others unable to attend. The board indicated willingness to refer the issue but rejected union control of representation.
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Jnst
Carrigan
Uion
Ine Bard ‘Steeee
C. Teray
C Nielsen
Waters Stan Old Bhy
Ir. Carrigan
Maer
3. Lindsay
Dupite
Corrigan
Stray Crocodile Case In Sydney The Medley of Claims
Fragmented text notes a stray crocodile in Sydney with unclear details. The garbled report mentions December and a security issue, with scattered phrases about a vegetable garden and alleged events. No coherent narrative or verifiable facts emerge.
Vicious assault on nursemaid described in home invasion
Report details a violent home intrusion at Mr G Gregory in Bellevue where nursemaid Miss Walker was beaten, a window cart damaged, and Mrs Walker allegedly injured. Police say attackers fled. investigation ongoing with witnesses and evidence collected.
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Sydsey
Salamiet
Maenive Howe
Beller
G Gregory
Bellevue
Walker
Creasy
Sydney Fatalities Child Run Over by Lorry
A Sydney incident reports a child run over by a lorry near Banksiown. Police investigated the event at Granville and described a crowd of bathers watching operations. Frederick Comper, visiting Sydney, was injured in the same incident as bystanders attended at Manly Hospital.
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Sydney
Dee
Maloolo i
Banksiown
Stacey-pureet
Banlalown
Abe Bos Iis
Coles
Granville
Storts
Nertan
Frederick Comper
Flewah
Manly
Ten Minesweepers Secured for Northern Waters Volunteers
Federal member for Merethr W Edmonds announced ten minesweepers for Northern Waters to operate in the Queenland waters for the next few weeks. The move follows recent incidents with a submarine and aims to reduce risk to shipping and crews.
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Northern Waters
Brisbane
W. Eamonds
Edmonds
Riordan
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