Disheartening Portrait of Brisbane Soldiers Settlement
Complaints from soldiers and settlers at the Cald Hills Soldiers Settlement describe a desolate rural scene with vast tracts, poor housing, and mounting debts. The Lands Department funded about £7000 for the land, while residents face hardship and uncertain future as they struggle to secure food and secure land blocks. The report notes failed support, alleged mismanagement, and calls for investigation amid bleak prospects for September deadlines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Cald Hills
Felch
Wilriee
Lande Department
Edward Farrell
Redistribution General Objection Lodged
Brisbane dispatch reports chairmen of the federal election commission facing a general objection lodged by Mr. or and a person named Alanneberry Melbourne. The notice concerns a needletrbulton of seats and aims to prevent air exposure amid debates over a marching memberation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Alanneberry
Australian officers face postings amid wartime training
Lieutenant Colonel J Durrant, base commandant in Queensland, nominated for staff school in Aldershot. Lieutenant Colonel Di volunteered on outbreak of war, serving as captain of the 13th Battalion in Australia.
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Brisbane
J. Durrant
Queensland
Aldershot
Rll
di Felt
Australia
Dr Sheldon’s Pills for Kidney and Nerve Troubles
An ad claims Dr Sheldon’s Pills cure back pain kidney trouble and rheumatism with warnings of nervous tiredness and urinary disorders. It promotes a secret bottle sold by storekeepers and available everywhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shaldon
Dr. Sheldon
New odorless hair remedy claims quick grey hair reversal
A historical ad notes a new odorless drug compound promising to restore grey hair within 24 hours. It markets as the biggest seller to Australia and as unaffected by soap and water. The product is advertised with fragrances and a price, claiming storage and usage details for Townsville visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Banuthes di Lit
Hughes Considers Return and Meeting with Indian Parliament
London dispatch reports Mr Hughes weighing a return voyage to America and possible acceptance of the Maharaja of Cutch invitation to confront the Indian Parliament. He plans to arrive in Kasra in the Gat week of Geteber as King Albert signals Belgian support and the Queen and King discuss mutual interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Hughes Hau
America
Pce
Maharad
Kasra
Geteber
Ote
Joan
Odl
Feline
Albert
Australia
Hughes
Labor Bureau meeting in Crisbane discusses relief and wages
July 9 report from Crisbane notes a large unemployed gathering at the Labor Bureau. A deputation seeks Premier and Executive action to offer local relief, borrow funds, or adjust wages tied to Parliament, amid plans to meet officials soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crisbane
Labor Bureau
J. Donovan
Waas
Gov
Commonwealth Bank
Theodore Ed A
Ars
War Service Homes Debate Sparks Accusations in Senate
In Melbourne on July 9 the Senate heard Senator Millen accuse government officials of maladministration in War Service Homes. He told Senator Plott he had seen serious charges about the secretary of War Service Homes and urged committee and Public Accounts scrutiny to test integrity and capability of officers.
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Melbourne
Senate
Millen
Plott
Worth
Een
War Service Home
BeninOwh Folr and the New Dr. Sheldor Discovery
Men women and children gather to learn about Dr. Shadone and the New Dac product said to fight colds. The piece notes the bottle’s price and availability as it promises a household remedy claimed to protect against illnesses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Shadone
Dr. Sheldor
Queensland Labor Party Platform Proposals
A fragmented draft outlines Labor party aims for local government reform including voting access, mayoral elections, and public works. It discusses rates, services, and funding, plus a referendum initiative for electors to trigger votes on proposals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Labor Cautorere
Tay Pitman
Lora
Ian
Watem
Bosida
Seciargreunde
Marly
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A.C.E. Cement
Dares Wi
Auroralian
Samuel Allen & Sons Ltd
Morth
Stacey & Stacey
Cairns
TEL
Townsville
Geand Neal
Olen Aletion Ak
Quay
Bensy
Bin
Wise
A. J. Draper Ltd. ‘Complete House Furnishers
Abbott Street
Fiat
Han
Armstrong ‘& Stillman
Cairne
Williams
Newmarket Brabane
Btaff School
DR. Meaa IL Will
Atherton and
Malynds
J. Porcell
Northerros
MR. Hughes
India
Theodore & CO
WAR Service Homes
Reckina
Cairns Post Ltd
Ueensland
LABOR
PARTY
Perpa
Aiwaye
Esand
Ican
Ore Rea
Masney Harris
Lalley Light
Lalley
Wright
F.G. Locke
Lake Street
Brisbane House
Adelaide Street
Ireland
J.treland Ltd
Newcastle Me
Audley Private Hospital
Atherton
Monpral
Kewry & Txne
Paivase
Byrne & Roole
Lake ST
Catrng
Eva
Weil
Bresiae
Eva Soe
Coring
Ty “Phane
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