Northern Territory irrigation plan echoes national debate
An article discusses irrigation experiments in the Northern Territory and the Australian Army’s role in testing novel crops. It argues for federal support to open lands for cultivation, extend drainage and transport to markets, and grant Territory representatives voting rights akin to other states, framing irrigation as national progress and security.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ilro- Deetrie Pry
Ouve F Fm Baa
Mgrawon
Beranee
Wells
Perth
Barton
Stukman
CSLR
Shuse
Coal Shortage In Cairns Impacts Supplies
Confused mangled text reports a Cairns coal shortage affecting supplies and prices. References to government actions and storage are unclear amid garbled OCR. Strong entities and precise details are not recovered in the readable fragments.
Fragmented OCR Weather and Transit Notes from June
The text contains garbled notes about shifting movements, timing, and routes. It mentions changes in tempo, timber, and staging, with unclear references to locations and people. The fragmentary lines hint at a transit or event schedule but lack coherent details.
Musical Cartel Arraigned in Global Rights Case
June 2 report from Washington outlines Attorney General Tom Clark charging a music cartel with obstructing performance rights for foreign composers and authors. The case highlights ASCAP and international bodies as defendants and alleges suppression of radio airplay and cross border licensing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
AAP
Attocney-General
Tom Clark
Australi
Canada
Ina World
Asd
Itn Peempsrmey
Radio Atalioma
ABCA
Amer
ASCAE
Mtepieemaye Seriie
ASCAP
Freighter From Adelaide Arrives Roughly in Auckland
A freighter from Adelaide to Auckland, the Jure Thereenter Kaironea, is reported to have a very rough voyage with rough conditions noted during the passage. The journey connects Adelaide and Auckland amid unsettled seas and weather challenges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auckland
Kaironea
Adelaide
Memorial notice and inferred obituary fragments emerge
Fragmentary OCR reads like a memorial notice with names such as Elspeth and Maceda, alongside phrases about a husband and bereaved family. It hints at a memorial, a late spouse, and a tribute line, but readable facts are sparse and unclear.
Ta es? Austroton Saenea'es Press Update
The readable fragments describe a press note from Austroton Saenea about a charter service. It mentions ongoing operations and unspecified routes, with no clear dates, people, or locations available in the legible text.
Innisfail Weather and Local Labor Incident Report
An Innisfail dispatch describes a vehicle collision near Cairns with injuries to a labourer and subsequent aid at the Timber Limited site. The Brisbane forecast warns of moderate western winds and south eastern coastal seas, with variations across the southern border regions and tropics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Soltheam
Smith
Fran T
Sbelimck
UN Aire Timber Limited
Ewa
Ollers
Umber
Wlance
Ftwaid
Shellbacke
Cairns
Uerict
Maize Price Variations and Possible Abolition
A historical report notes discussions on maize price variations and a possible abolition of price controls. It cites a board position, worker wages, and labor shortages influencing policy, with references to Bag costs, container issues, and broader economic pressures affecting farming communities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arvan
Brianne
Aboli
Fenersl
Achefinn
Aize
Breiti Esterday
Glentones
Daske
Mreth
Edu
Brett Wan
Farmera Bating
Machine Plas
Appointment of Registrar of the Supreme Court in Rockhampton
The article reports on a committee of the Public Service Commission presenting a recommendation for the position of registrar of the Supreme Court in Rockhampton. It notes qualifications, including prior admission as a barrister for seven years, and references a letter dated 17 1947 and the receipt of a letter about the selection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tore Olteeras
Siraul Bervice
AE Muhldort
Tamey
Jasonk Teerishy
Dennis Tarine
Tepney
Supreme Court
Brisbane
Willem Mickarl Doyle
Arenes Aeaint
Bersice Fommimnenet
Jaume Patrick
Ellnehon Aronint
Rockhampton
Alec Centra
Eit Benunty Mirshel
TP Carter
Tor the Commie Diner
Fraser
Supreme Court Proceeding Amid Cabinet Shuffle
Fragmentary notes indicate appeals and appointments discussed in a Brisbare council session. Names such as Rober bars and Charles Leste appear in stalled motions for official posts and judicial roles. Authorities adjourned proceedings awaiting clearer legal guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ste Deyle Amo
Ser Lene
Coun
Brisbare
Abe
Charles Leste
Chrisopher
Pediten
Onder Boer
Gist
Supreme Court
Queensland industry boost urged by Chamber of Commerce
June 24 in Blair Athol and Callie Valley the Queensland Chamber of Manufactures through LA Segrus urged expanding textile and related industries. They argued ton production could shift from cotton ginning to weaving and scrapping, claiming higher employment and lower costs if new industries develop locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beishane
Pepe
Contiekie
al Blair Atha
Callie Valey
Queensland Chamber of Manfooters
LA. Segrus
Ins Peper Np
McCwmnrg
Indmetry Road
Stern
Qecetland
Uberence Berkey
Government strict on observance of regulations in service
Brisbane reports Minister of Labour Ms VC Gair stressed the government’s demand for strict adherence to regulations within the public service. Tourism in Cairns grows though details are murky, with visitors from multiple states and New Zealand, while accommodation remains a key concern for itineraries and tour costs in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
VC Gair
RAAF
Cairne
Tauri Bureau
Cairns
Amoum
Cains
Itm
Sf States
Zealand
Greer
Belapreorn Sreewort
Bank of New Zealand
Sydney
South America
Bolivia
Ihe
Barrow River Flow Declines Threaten Power Rationing
A regional Electricity Board meeting heard the Barrow River flow dropping may force severe power rationing. The manager urged inspection and a 2750 horsepower turbine. the board warned that low water would reduce output, risking shortages and prompting contingency plans for rural_supply and potential diesel backup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barrow
Calva Electricity Board
Tha
Ms & 5
Bea
Parkes
N.S
Poor Electric Power Supply Under Fire at Council Hearing
Mr Anthony and W Grin faced questions on undersupply issues in Mulgrevy Shire, detailing complaints from Cordanvele residents about low voltage and outages linked to Dekalf operations and local services. Grin promised review and possible action to improve the region’s electricity delivery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anthony
W. Grin
Dekalf
Mulgrevy
Cordanvele Reskeria
Mr. Grin
Reskonta
Or Hoovaia
Uneir
Yolhgee
Ai Bendnavala
Ol Petting
Crocodile Catcher in Wet Territory Encounter
Darwin report describes a dangerous crocodile sighting near a muddy water area. A local hunter named Giles attempts capture while observers watch, with the reptile reacting and slipping away into the water as the onlookers seek safety and note the perilous chase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Darwin
Clerical Award Confused OCR Youth Report
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a federal award and awards tied to youths. It references age, bids or bouts, and Far North regions with unclear place names and dates. The readable facts are limited and the item resembles a clipped notice or column fragment without clear outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairns
Unauthorized confinement and voyage to military island
A report recounts a claimant alleging wrongful imprisonment and forced internment of Little, with details tracing his capture by Allied authorities, transport to a military compound, and a sequence of orders for detention. The document mentions a 1904 timeline and various figures, including police and military actors, connected to the case and its contested legality.
Martyns Street Reserves Record Amps Pea El Meas
An unclear OCR fragment notes Martyns Street reserves and mentions wide powers and measurements. The readable content is fragmentary, lacking concrete events, dates, or named entities to establish a complete news item.
Fragmented City Engineering Memo Drafted for Security Petition
A garbled report from the City Engineer references a plan and location for a residential petition. It mentions 28 residents with monetary interests and potential discomfort, involving petitions and signatures across multiple houses, with unclear outcomes and procedural notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wrotes
Wach
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Northern Territory
Unk
Calwell
Rita
Srisrane
Marett
Msrane
Erne Fee
Rhlpmest
Aldinga
Rome
Penceaily
Jariaoy
de Jere
Suete
Queensland Coast
Tenaraie
Rsa
Samar
Mpima
Inlestrs
Snahfy
Anedon
Musical Cartel
Americas Society
Svendein Pty Lanted
Tae Soem
Austroton Saenea'es ‘Press
Ibe
Cnarenet
Serwe
Deradey Vestry
Bill Straing
The
Ates
Aiich OY
PMG
Innisfail
Wallan
Smith Toowembe
Ake
C. A
Supreme Cocet &Ct
Queensland
la Hughes Wengy
Government Service
Whey Aircraft
Tedce Corey
Cairne Dastrict
Regional Electricity Board
Ilewella
Marge
Barros Falla
Mbean Cit
Posson Us
Catras
Pom Simson
Alneates
Sodonee
Quilay
AMD
BOSAL
Milla
Ue Eeeiac
Nocca
Colling
Terra
Metterymontte Ateetrical
Brouth
Seel
Eeflanation
Crocodile Catcher
Sltvle
Wat & Agtura
Bridldt
Rendant
Jane
Ratan
Rasan
Lavellay
Bowth Aun Mills
Torstone
Syria
Commonwealth
Parker
Mr & C. jeGall
Bie Ool
Weaee
Bael
Amcor
Gaytiorte Military Sproat Kowedey
Hetelstration Ane
Couneil
North Parrametta
Marim
Decca
Auburd
YAWL
Noue
Votage
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