Queensland Cabinet plans Burnett railways expansion
The Queensland Cabinet outlined a proposed Burnett railway and land development scheme, with Minister J Coyne detailing a 28758 acre plan spanning Brew land to Gladstone port. The project hinges on rail progress, with settlement and irrigation tied to Maye gradual completion and funding from the Lands and Railways departments.
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Queensland
Stork
Concion
Bramnett
Than
Naxregassares
Queens
Satlete
Tavanseny
Fia
Wolve
Borin
Roshan Sri
Maryborough
Gladstone
Perrest
Ida
Ta Amrichent
le Waa
Bertie
Peay
Larcombe
Ie Burnatt
Rawson Valley
Rli
Ware Monte
Mundubbars
Kanes
Nila
Montoto
Penk
Rannes
Frices Down and Local Shop Faces Tough Pressure
A garbled report from Lake Street notes a small shop in Lake Siefat named in distress over a failed attempt to banish rivals. The fragment references smart robes and new materials amid market tensions in the HL Gridlina area, with unclear details on actors or dates.
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Lake Siefat
Lake Street
Fragmentary OCR News Item on Arrest Pursuit
A damaged OCR snippet mentions AML Woodford and a pursuit past the Post Office. The fragment references a meeting with Mr Kone and an arrest context, but details are unclear and names are garbled.
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Woodfard
Amin
Hudson and Essex Cars at Cairne Motor Brisbane
A Brisbane motor agency announces its agency for Hudson and Essex in addition to Fist Siena. They promote the motorcars with prices: Hudson eight cylinder at £795, Essex at £350, and Fiat model at £4395. Details via Cairns Motor Fox P.O. Mayers Ltd.
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Aves
Davis” Motor
Hudna
Essex
Motorcars’ Limited
Brisbane
Hudson Wunet
Aix
B. Brisbane
Cairne Motor
Fox
P.O. of Mayers, Ltd
Correction notes 19 million dollar loan misprint
A corrected clarification fixes an error in a loan table. The figure misstated as 19 million dollars is replaced by the proper exchange rate data. The updated table shows the loan value per unit and provides revised figures for the dollar to other currency conversions.
Labor's Hands Not Tied in Melbourne Labor Talks
Melbourne reports Feb 14 Sr Hughes speaks on wage policy during a conference about a proposed plan. He argues that the goal is to shape policy not lower wages, and asserts labor and employers must approach talks with clear positions while avoiding wage cuts. The exchange highlights tensions over labor relations and potential reforms in Australia.
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Melbourne
Hughes
Mr. Hughes
Liege
Marvellonaly
Igri Iin
Australia
Toy Casita
Cairns Harbor Board Elects Earl President for Next Term
The Cairns Harbor Board elected EC Earl as president for the ensuing twelve months. The board approved a £25,000 allocation toward new railway wharf works and related harbour projects. A formal notice of election procedures and director duties followed, with discussions on rail direction and funding approvals.
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Cairns
Mir
Earl Wa al
Oaka
Carey
Marbor Dueb
Tyne
Trasttn
Brisbane
Ainda Sa
Elise Maeck Roatan
Ea i Matauri
Rai Seti
Ariuhane
Iehag Deepatched
Wea
Bia Aca Ase
Haybor Bardy Works
Rarbor
Weather advisory on Tomas forecasts showers fall
Fragmentary weather notes indicate continued showers associated with Tomas. The sparse text hints at rainfall, coastal movement, and timing related to a projected month and sea conditions, but details are unclear. Further verification needed for specifics and locations.
Rest of the News Wirelaes and Political Ups and Downs
Fragmentary wires report political tensions and a fatal incident affecting election planning. Mention of Bertram Stevens and Sydney figures, a gored candidate, and suspension of a campaign in New South Wales amid a tragedy. Casual references to a high casualty toll and a public reaction.
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Sydney
Bertram Stevens
Ty Wat
Alten
Jonep
New
Boas Wales
Ana Mai
Vie
Jas
Maval
Coan
Scalp Torn Off School Girl Death Reported
A Bundaberg tragedy reported as a school girl dies in a horrific assault with a severed scalp noted in chaotic early text. Authorities investigate the brutal incident as more details emerge from the unclear OCR fragment.
Timber theft on wharves prompts board action
An inter state vessel timber issue led the Cairns Caledonian Wharf Board to inspect protection of timber arriving from overseas. A Cairns headwaiter reported sawn timber stored in No 2 shed at times, mouldy and banned for use, as ships berth and unload. The board ordered timber secured and space made for valuable timber storage.
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Myo Hall
Ste. J.” Cadman
Sia
Considerable Increase in Stock Among Harbor Boards
Data from Atherton reviens shows large gains in stock levels for January and February. The Harbor Board meeting notes indicate about 2600 January units and nearly 4000 overall listings, with cautious plans to add more stock as the season progresses.
German Boycott Ban of Australian Wheat Reported
An February 1944 item notes a German boycott affecting Australian wheat and reports official interdepartmental measures and censorship actions. The brief mentions changes in imports and wartime controls amid evolving economic policy.
Weathered plea notes time for seereee emergency aid
A fragment from a dated notice records a request for immediate assistance or evacuation at a specified hour. The text indicates urgent sympathy or support being offered, with unclear details about the event or location.
Local Finance Debate Sets 1922 Rates and Costs
A town meeting discusses estimated expenditures for the coming year and sets the 1922 rate. Aldermen propose lowering the General and Lighting rates, with a Special Loan rate kept, while cleansing and cleansing-related services are reviewed. The committee recommends revised levies to cover works and repairs, and rates are written off for certain charges.
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Col
Abele ML’ Pavien
Hogan Wy & Wie
Wilkinon
Funes Cultive
Clark Pince
Sony
Leon
Ald
Duvien
Pune
Davis
Rds Em
Prva
Ald. Woodward
LiMntira Spa
Gabe
Ald. Davies
Menting
Arabia
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Tomas
Ain
Bundaberg, Meh
Earp
Sosimry
Kading
Atherton
Mount Motiow
I. J
Tuguilay
Meele
Fil
Ona AG
Hater
Faruane
Sulin
Daria
Aise Ik
Cairne PO
Coeur
Boland's Ltd
Mastle
Lipol
Williamsee
Manchester
Sales
Panems
I. Tai One
Pins
Itovea
Mele Boland’s Ltd
PINA
aeaKy
Mayeshiba
Eee
Seerts Press
Postags
Moynahan
Chemiat- Cairns
Twit Council
Aid
Dewar
Dewars
Jack
Marta
Billiard Salogh
Aatersalls Stluear
Auboty Street
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