End of Meat Workers Strike Seen With Mass Meeting
Brisbane July 8 All indications point to an end to the 18 week meat strike with a mass meeting of members tomorrow at the Stadium. It is expected to vote to resume work under the Order in Council issued by the State Government. Several unions have already begun returning to work including the Federated Cooks Electrical Trades and the Amalgamated Engineering Union. The Board of Trade executives will decide Wednesday afternoon and the Canners' Union meets tomorrow. Electrical Trades Union members began work at the Brisbane Abattoir testing and resetting electrical motors today.
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Federated Engine Drivers’ and Fireman's Azocition
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Rail and Union Talks Over Work Reopening Plan
Government urging immediate resumption of operations as unions and employers debate stock supplies and safety. Mass meeting set for Wednesday at Bris Street Stadium to decide on a return to work with four unions reporting readiness to start Friday and other workers awaiting clearance.
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Indian Congress hesitates over South Africa policy amid Gandhi remarks
July reports from Bombay and Durban describe reactions to anti-resister actions and Indian rights in South Africa. Gandhi warns white civilization cannot be sustained by oppression of Indians, while Durban and All-India Congress leaders weigh response and political strategy. Nehru signals possible aim to establish a republic free of foreign domination in India.
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Speech Opposing Order In Council Forbidden
Brisbane June 8 under an Order in Council it will be an offence for spokesmen at a meat workers mess meeting on Wednesday to advise men not to obey the government return to work order Clause 9 forbids counselling inciting or procuring non compliance with the order and Clause 10 declares non compliance an offence Officials claimed Clause 9 could extend to discussions at meetings of disputes committees or other organisations if such talks counselled or incited a refusal to return to work
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Brisbane
Shell
Threat by Arabs Civil Disobedience Demonstration
A chaotic Palestine era march in London drew thousands of participants including Jewish veterans and concentration camp survivors. The protest opposed British policy in Palestine and demanded release of Jewish detainees, with calls for action by the Arab Higher Committee and Voice of Fearing radio.
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New Diamond Field Found by Australian Prospectors
Australian prospectors report discovery of a new diamond field in northern region, sparking interest from mining firms and regional authorities. Local officials caution on exploration licenses while markets monitor potential impact on supply and employment.
Italian Riots Reach Boston Club, Forcing Entry
Disordered scenes described as Italian riots erupt near a Boston club. Forces entered the British club in Padus, broke up disturbances, chased intruders, and wrested control from patrons amid family commentary.
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Clemency Extended to U S Servicemen
Washington July T AAP reports that the Special War Department Clemency Board cut sentences for about 20 000 soldiers convicted of serious offences many wartime. One third of the 2 250 reviewed by June 30 were freed and more releases planned. Over 32 000 prisoners returned to duty ahead of sentence ending, with 65 percent of reviews reducing penalties and remaining cases focusing on the most serious crimes to avoid dishonorable discharge.
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Film Producer Hurt in New York Crash
A producer and aircraft builder, Hughes, was critically injured in a fiery crash in Culver City after his plane developed trouble and stalled, sliding into a garage. Witnesses described the engine misfiring before impact and the wreckage catching fire. he was rushed to a hospital with serious injuries.
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Williamson Diamond Mines Limited Sells Diamonds Amid Rising Output
A historic report details Shinyanga region south of Lake Victoria where a prospector worked five years, struck a deep swampy vein, and later found vast diamonds. Dr Williamson and colleagues registered claims in Jarex, celebrating the find as output climbs to £109,000 in four months.
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Dutch Destroyer Guest of Erage Daten
Fragmentary report mentions Piet Rein ter wag and a headquarters in Neiberievr with footnotes. Notes a port declared back by July and an Australian reference. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
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UNRRA Mission to Ukraine Pledges Cooperation and Help
Washington January report recounts UNRRA chief pledging world relief through the UN, condemning broken promises and political barter of aid. He notes devastation in Ukraine and Byelorussia, famine risk without aid, and Soviet co operation allowing access to stricken areas.
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Unclear: Fragmented British Loan News Report
Page text is garbled with many misspellings and broken phrases. It references a British loan, American foreign trade policy, and a town hearing on arguments for and against some issue. Names, dates, and clear facts are not recoverable from the readable portions.
Argentina faces internal shifts amid Peron moves and food aid doubts
EWORK July 1 dispatch from Buenos Aires notes Argentina shows growing security and independence despite U S concerns. It cites Colonel Peron appointing Senor Seca Figuerala as technical secretary and Senor Viranda Figuerala reportedly blacklisted. Mirando Figuerala linked to food shipments to hungry areas. Congress adjourned to July 10 without ration approval, fueling doubt whether the administration can secure any agreement beyond its terms.
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EWORK
Coal dust menace in Canberra debated in coal bill context
July 4 Canberra reports Scientific and Industrial Research asked to form a separate division to investigate coal dust. The Minister for Post-War Reconstruction Mr Dedman said a separate division could be a safeguard under the proposed Coal Bill to decide on creating an agency or continuing CSLR as is.Experts have studied the issue and Congress considered options. The dust nuisance has persisted, with calls for action to protect workers.
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TOE Minster
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Pswich Miners Sei and the Weekend Pact
Fragmentary report mentions the Pswich Miners Sei and a schedule conflict with events at Berea. Details are unreadable. no clear names, dates, places, or outcomes can be confirmed from the legible text.
Inflation Roars Through Hungary Devalues Money
Europeon News Rewndap reports hyperinflation in Hungary driving the pango to absurd levels. A newspaper would cost about 1.5 billion pan pou at current exchange, cash handling collapses as prices soar and women are replaced in banks to lift heavy money. Restaurants shut as prices leap between order and service.
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Norwegians Push Recovery Amid War Strain and Politics
A fragmented wartime summary notes shifts in European politics, with Norway reporting a seven percent prewar production level, tax rises to 100 percent above base, no unemployment, and rapid hydroelectric expansion. The text references Tojo, Soviet relations, and growing public sentiment amid economic measures and rationing, describing Britain and other powers facing political pressures and resource controls.
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Lash
Ollier
Inkire Politica
Brisbane Market Rely on Commonwealth Jobs Rail
Fragmentary notes from Brisbane report a July event at 10,000 with mentions of Commonwealth unemployment. The text lacks clear names, places, or outcomes to confirm a full item.
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Brisbane
Damage Caused Overing ERCord Teer Anisbane July
A damaged survey notes that about one hundred pounds worth of jas was damaged at the emiot on grouna after a Saturday crowd. Most of the damage was superficial with holes in a wall and torn troughs. Chairs and beds were also damaged along with other items. details are unclear.
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