Closer Contact and Royal Empire Debate Center Stage
Fragmentary notes discuss a close contact with the Cairns Post and comment on imperial policy. Mentions of Whitehall looming over dominions, plans for defense, and concerns about constitutional responsibilities in Britain and the Empire. References to London newspapers, public sentiment, and the role of the Commonwealth in maintaining unity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ally
Feu Whitehall
Lanston
Bern
Howe
Britain
Fragmented OCR Note About Local Event
Incomplete readable text describes a local event with unclear details and names. The fragment mentions possible people and places but lacks decisive facts or dates to confirm the full story.
Obituary notice fragment reflects partial names and events
An obituary fragment notes a memorial or death notice with scattered, unclear lines. It mentions names and possible Easter context, but the text is damaged and incomplete, providing limited readable details about the deceased or events.
Auction notes on farm produce and materials from New South Wales
Fragmented report describes lots of grain sorghum and jute pieces sold in multiple consignments. Mentions water authorities in New South Wales and various prices and lot counts with several unclear figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Momeiee
Ite
Yosegays
Peter
Mike Chat
Low
New South Wales
Sahel
Tobacco Board Meeting Minutes and Notices
Fragmentary text recounts a June session of a tobacco board meeting with references to a general meeting, officers, and a list of topics including committees and pending issues. Names and places are partially garbled, with notes indicating discussions about sales, standards, and regulatory actions.
SeeRALMOTTCT oe gare Freeesteel eT aarp igh atte eer ers Sate ees tae Tea nee eee Gast painter Aas Ste wal Ever Sane eae opt a tweaeahael eget
Funeral director notices and interment information for Athacton dated December seven in years show Middle East and local cemetery details. A Chinese name appears amid the garbled text with references to a telegraph and a cemetery service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seeralmottct
Fragmented Local Sphere notes on trials and incidents
A garbled local report references district forepassion, arrests and injuries, with scattered names and places. Mentions include Terne, Levine, and Tre Gorb. describes a fire, an arrest, an apprentice, and a hospital transfer. The text unreadably blends events from multiple localities without clear sequence.
Increased Production End Presentation at Dairy Conference
Report from the dairy men’s conference at Atherton covers calls to revalue the Australian pound to aid export industries. Delegates debate implications for primary producers, dairy, butter, and cheese pricing, urging support for industry groups and longer-term costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atherton
Sd Ube
Fleally Ettertad
Opal Matters Discussed At Conference On Dairy Industry
Mr Jamimon said the conference focused on prices and dairy product production, the retention of the Commonwest Joint Dairy Industry Advisory Committee, and a tariff board tribunal. Industry representatives warned against a hasty change that could place butter between industry and government over cost submissions. Mr Jamieson has recovered from hospital treatment and returned to customers by plane.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jamimon
Commonwest Joint Dairy Industry Advisory Committee
Jemieson
Athertns Hospital
Vhristomer
sHernoan
Mine dispute in Ipswich area unfolds at colliery
Ipswich area miners halt work as inspection delays and pay disputes flare. Workers clash with management at the Bisch esth colliery over safety checks and duty pay terms. An official from the Bor Plag dispute committee attended to resolve the evolving friction. A worker named Summer faces potential disciplinary action as a strike spreads, with further action expected tomorrow.
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Ipswick
Bischesth
Intial
Guaneie
Swen
Mr . Suumer
Iepetinn Bay
Shipping Movements Report From Brisbane to Cairns Ports
Shipping notices show vessels sailing and docking with cargoes to and from Brisbane Townsville Cairns and Melbourne. Entries list dates June July and August, vessels from Sweden Norway and the United Kingdom with sugar timber and general cargoes.
Sittings of State Land Court at Cairns Begun
Sittings of the State Land Court opened at Cairns Court House yesterday. President W. Payne directed cases on perpetual town and county rents. Crown representatives J. M. Hickey and J. W. McMullen appeared with Land Rutger H. Daniels. Proceedings discussed valuation of suburban estates and potential subdivision values.
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State Land Court
Court House
Cairns
W. Bk. Payne
J. M. Hickey
J. W. McMullen
Complex rental and valuation dispute over crown lands
The document details rent, valuation, and continuation of a perpetual lease in the parish area with Payne stating rent terms and Crown guidance. It lists improved capital values, periodic reviews, and determinations for numerous parcels including parishes and individuals such as Richard Edward Minden Hall and William Robbins. The record names lessees, property numbers, and monetary figures in a formal land tenure assessment context.
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Pat
Moworay
Amithald
Wales
Mowotry
Rapital
Valle
Berotal
Caieve Eter
Payne
Crown
Wiliam G. Robbins
Trinity
WITS
Richard Hiworthy
HLS
Orahon
John Bancinelah Simpenn
Seth Mo
Chiaro Alibarts
A. Ali- Netto
Fionsid T. W. Dunn
Aileen Wubbard
Wile
George ‘Little
Scanfield
Arthur Radian
Arthur Redford
Albino Ecenes
Serghione
Pietro & Senge
Thinging
Pietro C Scaglione
Albino Seagone
Pietro C. Scaglioni
Albino One
Piatto Scaglioni
Catrne
Wary
J. Beaion
Jd. Hamilton
RCL
Michael J. MeAuiffe
Rose E .McAuliffe
Frederick A Arnula
Areey Perea
Asturban Lennes Taco
Deriod
Cxirne
Tore Thomas St
Feynd Gladys Menace
LNSA
Deeg Raberte
Charles Walltetter
Bitter clash in parliament during heated exchange
Fragmentary transcript shows MPs exchanging blunt accusations and demands to withdraw remarks. Mr Ward, Mr Mensies, Mr Adermann, and Mr Monten clash over a remark deemed uncivil, including calls for withdrawal and apologies amid a chaotic parliamentary scene.
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Mensies
Adermann
Mr Adermann
Anermann
Aininer
Maruier
Wid
Montia
Monten
Ward Whett
Tnt
Yaty
Menzies
Sete Beer i
Wallagrawal
Helen
Thousand Maitland Residents Evacuate Homes
Sydney June 20 More than 1000 Maitland residents evacuated their homes amid a second mood in the area. A major river bank backup near the Bunter River caused flooding. Police cordoned the town as residents in Morpeth Woodville and Seaham evacuated. Local authorities warned of rising waters and advised seeking higher ground.
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Maitland
Pat OF Koone
Sydney
Bunter
Maslin
Rons
Morpeth
Woodville
Lares Nelwp
Pisin
Seaham
Grath Park
Lave
Aatrre
Pélire
Agiand
Shipping orders note large concrete imports from Mackay and Cairne
An official notice states that about 30 000 tons of concrete will be imported under an inclusive order. Shipments are to be directed to Mackay Towneville and Cairne as part of a coordinated operation by the General Wrath Department.
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Corcrete
Ivan Ten
Ste
Genersl
Mackay
Towneville
Cairne
Quality of Cheese in Australia Debate and Proposals
Discussion arose from a controversial critique of Australian cheese quality led by Daley Moard and Mr Howey. Key points included grading schemes, price differentials, and potential adoption of standards, with concerns about factory impact and regional competition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Chaiman
Daley
Howey
Ward and McBride clash over petrol policy in Parliament
In a heated session, Mr Ward questions the Interior Minister about petrol supply and government rationing. Mr McBride accuses Ward of evasion while Mrs Ward defends ministers, prompting cross accusations and delayed explanations as members press for clarity on fuel access and policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alemiet
Menaies de
RD TOBACCO SALE CONCLUDED
A detailed report on a tobacco sale noting the end of auctions and prices. It cites top prices per pound, estimated crop values, and projected future sales. Authorities and bidders include J. Woolley, Bone, and Henson Bree. The piece discusses production expectations and government protection impacts on prices and market stability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henson Bree
Dimabulan
Tata
Indus
Cron Ehnula
Manunda Tourists Complain About Furnishings in Cairns
Tourists visiting Manunda voiced dissatisfaction with hotel services and meals amid tropical scenery. Guests from Sydney and Melbourne reported high prices, limited fruit quality, and poor dining options, while accommodations and overall value drew criticism. Local businesses denied widespread issues as customers shared mixed experiences.
FATE OF VICTORIAN GOVERNMENT IN TURBULENT LABOUR RIFT
Fragmented text describes party splits in the Victorian government with mentions of the Country Party and Labor. It references potential rejoining, leadership points, and a May 15 timeline. Names and places are unclear due to OCR issues, but the piece centers on coalition dynamics and impending parliamentary decisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thar Hare
Threoe Ton
Malaya Singapore RAF Squadron News Datagram
Fragmented report notes RAF squadron movements in Malaya and Singapore with unclear details. Mentions headquarters shifts and upcoming operations, referencing Darwin and shipboard or airfield activity, but specifics are obscured by OCR errors.
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Singapore
Jong
Kerrortat
Malaya
Reeves
Heeding Bakots
Tin
Chari
Iren Darwin
Singepor
Calcutta Fire Tragedy Kills and Injures Dozens
A raging blaze in Calcutta on June 16 caused heavy casualties with at least 190 dead and many injured. Rescue workers reported widespread destruction as a river of flames swept through the area, with aid and medical supplies distributed by authorities from the air.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calcutta
Atarme
Fooda Trove
Patel
Datoalgert
Appointment of Mr Cochran as Joint Coal Board head
In Sydney on June 30 Premier Mequp announced the selection of Mr Cochran as Chairman of the Joint Coal Board for five years at £8000 yearly. Mr Conde Far may be eligible for reappointment at term end. Mr Cameron was named as director and Mr Monndy Owensland was noted in the interim.
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Sydney
Mequp
Electricity Commie
Cochrans
Joint Coal Board
McGirr
Cocheren
Conde Far
El'gible Fir
KA Cameron
Melee
Monndy Owensland
Meciry
Cotta
New Cadet Services Director Visits Brisbane
The stma's new Director of Cadet Services will visit Brisbane on Thursday for weeks, following Colonel Peters who oversees cadet units. Cadet corps from Cairns, Townsville and Chartres Towers will join the tour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cadet Services
EORTH
Brisbane
Stma
Micex
Com Peters
Peters
Tisha
Cairte
Townsville
Chartres Towers
Coldest June Day In 72 Years Hammers Melbourne
Fragmented report notes Melbourne endured the coldest June day in 72 years with a record low around 42 degrees. The text mentions power stations meeting demand and widespread impact across the city, including the suburbs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Sears
Parm
Newman
Waterfront tie up at Wellington disrupts trade and fishery
A scrambled Wellington waterfront report notes a major tie up affecting thirty-eight abio mime workers and local industries. Dominion stewardship tensions rise as the community confronts the impact on cheese, weed, and related goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterfront
Wellington
Wellingtow
Wellington Walt
Bullivany
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Cairns Post
Peter Cemainrenith
Renee
Romeo
Emma
Enyce
Matinus
Tobacco Board
Cretary
Toeeair
Uniderta
Barac
Fifa
Everite
Bali
Catalie
Mint
Vloreta
Perbaal
Eapuris Krayntan
Bart Mies
Bart Mies Met Rottarn
Aiscacmien
Hyoon
Athacton
Sigua
Lake-sirest Cary Areti
Calas
Barron
Finch
Coney Barron
Daas
Mossman
Yunamu
Kolin
Father Mither
John Lawid
Tad
Seman Boer
Farthy Nees
Alton Ferrite
Atwaye Romentare
Mike Dad
Boyes
Amity
Ford
Jovime
Forressia
Tee Wontier Buren
Penguala
Carpentara
Lier
Tae Coline
Beery
Cher
Tre Gorb Farmey
Brunehs Beith Janette
Johns
Conien
Sinton
Mare Levine
Meragy
Cuirns
Norman T
Asailionas
Jacrart Bacall
Amar
Tuak Brifbers
Jotner
Tes
Jim ‘Lavararky
Manel
Shears
OR Bel
Macesved
McCorry
Smart's
Neatford
CM. Demaleson
Ipswich
Eweland Rorte
Waneses
Carpentaria
Caleutis _Arrvere
Cariadele
Mills Bondaleer
Coenen
Lone RM
Weember
Storral Farm
Adelaide
Init
Oreta
Cotrra
United
Kunaanta Dama Ie
Losmorrow
Pel Viet
Dune
Ovat
Veneer
Trevethoe
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Brueane
Silla
Liverpool
Tntyine Caro
Enns
Portland Road
Aina Ove Cairny
Balin Tor Suiney
Ew Tyne
Venerate Cargo
Dive Cairne
Bieta Sail Tram
Saisbane
London
Detiunome
Gar Cory
Barve Reget
MR. Menzies and
MR. Ward
Prime Winster
Heing
Valenice
J. Berner
Pitteworth
Wit Varlaona
Derling Downs
R Dare
Nerko
Cine
Pee Handipactor
Mers
Canberra
Mer
Wardales
Holden Cae
Messies
Matzies
Ward
Menten
Etheron
I. Ward
Mabeeba
Tobaceetenl
Nneth
Lameter
Cateater
Latatar
Ernie Mueller
Ae Swanning
Manunda
Bribbane
Prdr
Asiher
Mr. Sanpoon
Solomon
Double Bay
Halle Fiay
Victorian
Tamour Mat Suffort OF
Labour
Legislative Council
RAAF
Darwin
North Bengal
TOKIO
MR. Cochrans
Auckland
Yachts
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