DREDGING CASE ENDS WITH WARDEN DISMISSING CLAIM
In Herberton the Warden's Court heard Christopher Culloty v Duncan D McNab over the Last Chance extended tin claim on Nettle's Creek NL. The Warden upheld Nettles Creek's objection and dismissed the suit with costs after ruling the dredging claim had been merged and that proper notice and registration requirements affected the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herberton
Warden's Court
R. C
Christopher Culloty
Duncan D. McNab
Nettle's Creek
N.L
Nettle’s Creek
N.S
E C. Wright
H. C. Harris
MacDonnell
Harris and Coates
Nettles Creek
Nlon
Harris
Wright
Jeremiah Christopher Culio
Edward Conelan
Culloty
Wardens Office
Duncan D
Win
Donelan
Attendorff
Miss Allendorff
MacDonnell, Harris and Co
Meningitis Fatality Among Brisbane Cases
Brisbane reports two meningitis cases this week including a fatal one a man aged in hospital with infectious disease and a 20 year old girl. State Health Officer notes three other meningitis cases in Brisbane in the prior three months with October November and December listings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
State Health Department
Wattlebrae Hospital
Bakewell Christmas Memories and Wartime Shadows
A nostalgic Bakewell reminiscence recalls Christmas Eve bells from Bakewell and Youlgreave with choir, carols, and festive rituals. The reader contrasts peaceful yuletide traditions with 1940s bombardment and the urge to shield England from invaders. The piece blends cherished village rites with wartime fear and resolve.
Peninsula Fields-Larsen Red Feeds Old Mine Development
A historical mineral field report describes the Peninsula Fields near Coon and Batavia with multiple mines. Larsen Consolidated employs 23 men at Batavia while Fisher's Black Cat Amalgamated reaches 243 feet. Golden Gate and Gowen Casket advances are noted with new shafts, wash workings, and mill upgrades amid extensive lode prospects and underground drives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James
Ebaoolah
Coon
Trou Range
Easge
Telis
Larsen 5
Batavia
Fisher
Black Cat
Golden Gate
Western
McDonald
Gowen
Uait
Walla
British Tanks Hold Ground as War News Highlights Era of Innovation
A military report praises British tank design and manufacture, noting superior tanks and ongoing improvements. It emphasizes the need for proper production formalities, outlines limits of mobility, fuel, and maintenance, and discusses channels for airborne and amphibious capabilities amid the Channel crossing challenge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hitler
Rich mineral districts yield tungsten tin and more
The report notes ore production from the Bowden field and Pascoe River districts, including 66 tons of wolfram mined and extensive alluvial tin. October gold and wolfram values are listed, with November processing totals for tin ore and price data for concentrates and wolfram units. Bauxite samples from Tambourine Mountain are described along with ore types and alumina content.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bowden
Pascoe River
Herberton
Chillagoe
Queensland
Talim
Mines Department
London
Wolfram Sa
Japanese commerce in Dutch New Guinea report begins
Tokyo dispatches on January 1 outline a series of articles detailing Japanese commercial ventures in Dutch New Guinea. The reports emphasize business expansion, local cooperation, and potential economic impact in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
TOKIO
Nichi Nichi
W. P. Jones
Magnetic Mini Mar
J. Se
Cairns
Tom Ma
Gordon Jones
A.lf
J. Collie
E & Gite
Millaa Milas
Westcott
Port Deulas
Mus Carroll
Townsville
J. Whelan
Bibeshra
Mra Barnes
B.wonne
Beubene
Ts Baudey
Mra Ett
Evelyn
Beuetan
Mr May
Roosevelt’s Message on Loans to Britain Greece China
In Washington on January 1 Roosevelt prepares a message to Congress outlining a new loan and aid plan. The proposal would back Britain Greece and China to strengthen allied positions. The speech signals a move to support urgent wartime aid and economic assistance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashington
Roonevelt
United States
Axia
Britain
Yest
Greece
China
Australian aluminium drive outlined by public works
A Queensland Mining Journal note describes Germany produced electricity and large power needs for aluminium production. It highlights the essential role of water power and transport to Australia’s war and industrial expansion, citing bauxite near Tingua and planning steps by Broken Hill Pty. Ltd. to develop deposits and energy sources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
M. Betantial Capta
Australia
Industriea
Queensland Mining Journal
Broken Hill Pty. Ltd
Tingua
Aboriginal liquor incident and wartime social notes in Mosman
A report mentions a drunken incident linked to an Aboriginal liquor issue, a man-o'-war sting aiding a victim, and a December Mosman CWA meeting where wives of soldiers were hosted for afternoon tea. Funds from a card evening were directed to the Humane Society fund, with a penny scheme discussed. The column also covers assorted social notices and travels of family members connected to camps and holidays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mosman C.wa
Mra
Husrateen
Also Mentioned on This Page
Patel
Ueensland — Trustees Ltd
Queen ST
Brisbane ST Rt
J. C. Culloty
V. Duncan BD. McNab
Burns, Philp & CQ. Ltd
Apert
Driglo
Australians
A.J. Draper Pty.ltd
P.O. Box
Ae Abbott
Cair Babinda
W. MM Simmonds
Nancy Franch
Greal
Ieadows
Bakenail
Miller
Dorothy Vernon Fied
Carewell
Court Yard
Youlereave
Lathki
Dele Esch Bell
Santa Claus
Herald
Bakewell
Bakewell Brass Band
England
Peninsula Fields — Larsen Red Fees
Dey
Cartoon
Daily Mirror
J. J. C. Bradield
Sydney
E. (. Wright
Poe Peeters
C. Heldcroft
Beaux
France
Ding
Mintum
Biker
Rewasnia
Priteis
Dutch New Guinea
Roosevelts
Congress
BHP
Mossman News
Uty
Acember 2
Miss A. Osbourne
C.W.A
Social
Tram Health
Levis
Kraschen
Union Trustee
Apeny
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