Premier Interview on Power for Industry During War
The Premier Theodore last week discussed government plans to supply electricity to adjacent areas to aid weight and power. The aim was to prove enemy risk while funding sources and cost effectiveness were debated. Queensland officials and engineers weighed potential schemes and rail expansions amid wartime scrutiny of public works.
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Cairne Champ
Commieree
Theodore
Qwestion
Wight
Eich
Ba Talend
Cairns
Vorian
Queensland
Crowley
Rhs
Seamen's Trouble in Ramen Union Dispute
March 21 report details a federated union stance over the Ci Serie Mine situation at atenmes Serival. A planned meeting of the Sydnee 9 is mentioned, with a vow to dilute the strike and a statement by Juuive Pawsre on wage terms and award fairness.
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Atenmes Serival
Haloon
Veesel
Guy
Ne ‘Sydnee
Fay
Antle
Teetory
Mrs Brophy Appointed To Lead State Coag Mines
March 21 report notes Mrs Brophy takes over State Coal Mines as general superintendent. Responsibilities include supervising mine management, securing local and overseas trade, and equipping the Spincar unit along the Str River with machinery for boring operations. Officials anticipate new mine development and weigh mining prospects amid ongoing drilling results.
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Mrs Brophy
Theft from Baths Plague Townaville Patrons
Thefts from baths have increased in Townaville since March 2 with petty losses noted. One suspect, Ben Frederick Donald Monti, was arrested by police after a reported theft at a local establishment and later committed for trial.
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Townaville
Twellere
Ben Frederick Donald Montime
Stolen Defiance Case Laced With Confession and Trial Drama
Fragmented police testimony outlines a theft case involving a ship called Defiance. Witnesses describe confessions, attempted defenses, and tense courtroom exchanges as officers connect the accused to looting incidents near Calne and along the Ede road.
Conference Fails As Waterside Workers Refuse To Handle Mails
Townsville dispatch reports a failed conference after waterside workers refuse to handle mails. Union view holds that local staff should handle the mail, while ship owners contend otherwise. Ship representatives say mail was loaded by the crew to avoid delay. A further conference is planned in Brisbane.
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Townsville
Saniora
Focal
Brishane
Hobart Conference Debates Sugar Loan Policy
The Hobart gathering discusses Australian loan policies amid sugar trade concerns. Delegates debate federal action on loans to Italian governments and related financial timing, with references to meetings on March 1 and 18th Annual Conference proceedings, noting opposition and calls for action.
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Hobart
The
Associated
Chambers
Wilson
Alter Tian
van She
Warren
Brisbane
Fle
Vicur
Shoebridge
Tasmania
Deldme
Wes Bahay
Ian Shenton
Lena Kat
Gandhi’s Sentence Sparks Anxiety in India
In India Gandhi’s sentencing stirs little excitement among crowds. observers deem the arrest and verdict potentially mistaken and fear government crackdown. The incident renews calls for reform as Gandhi remains imprisoned amid rising tension over his fate.
Tribute to Police Medals Presented in Brisbane
A Brisbane ceremony awarded several Queensland Police service medals with Governor General Excellency presiding. Recipients included ex Sergeant George Bell, James Merhey, ex Sergeant Connolte Donoghue, Michael Jarvey, ex-Inspector Daniel Tooley, Sergeant William Quilter. Two others named Michael Lawlor and John Magee also received medals.
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Brisbane
Toraaysie
Queensland Police
Central Tat
Seracant George
Bell James Merehy
Rick Connolte
Donoghue
Michael Jarvey
Daniel Tooley
eaSeilor
Willian Quilter
Michael Lawlor
Joh Jame Magee
Cairns Town Council Considers 3000 Pound Loan
The Cairns Town Council discussed a 3000 pound loan at its monthly meeting. Proposals to increase rates or cease operations were debated, with Aldermen approving a cautious approach while Home Office powers remained outside council scope. Banks had previously shown support for the finances.
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Cairns
Baviens
Mt Au
Esa
Garth Street
Alten
Ald
Gelling
Winkworth
Tre
Galen Tow Council
Firdams
Counell
Ita
Rbitiien
Mysterious City Council Talk Leaves Gaps In Town Site Debate
City officials and Aldermen discuss a York Town site amid unclear statements and scattered notes. Citizens report confusion over plans as council members reference hearings, property moves, and potential delays. No firm dates or decisions emerge.
Immigrants Arrive in Queenland Amid Waves of New Arrivals
Immigrants arrive in Brisbane as sixty nine land at ty the Ew pidierrors Tandon while forty five more reach Ue New arrivals, listed as civilians and nominees for various parts of the Sars, with notable emphasis on Dow's efforts.
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Brisbane
Queensland
Tandon
Stowaways Fined After London to Surrey Transfer
Stowaways found aboard a food vessel from England to Surrey were identified as destitutes. A wireless van crewed by Surrey officers intercepted the ship near Cape Verde and transferred the stowaways to the Surrey homeward bound. The men, worn by hardship, faced fines as authorities noted their perilous journey and plight.
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London
Marentt
England
Auakatin
Svemowawoyn
Surrey
Cape Verde
Mt Mulligan Relief Disburses Over £33000 to Dependents
Regional report from Brisbane notes the Mt Mulligan disaster left 33 miners dead, widows and orphans totaling many dependents. Funds totaling over £33300 were disbursed to widows and children under workers compensation and annuities arranged by the insurance commission.
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MT. Mulligan
Cairns
Brisbane
Miarea
Tag Yan
Elter
Panaute Mney
Dependunia
Slassia
Ross Case Chief Justice Comment Seeks Appeal
Transcribed court notes discuss the Ross case with Chief Justice, detailing the jury direction and doubts about evidence. The article notes a potential retrial and an appeal to the High Court, with the defendant Mr Rost seeking leave to appeal and scheduling for Melbourne sittings.
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Ross
NTR Fine Vesticrs
Maren
Menakava
Harding
Sean
Ugh Court
Melbourne
Rest of Ti News Pithy Pare by Witclem Cable and Phone
The text covers arrests to be tried in ordinary court, drafts and tensions from recent cases, and protests linked to arbitration, with names and places obscured by garbled OCR. It notes workers returning to jobs after wage-cut protest and mentions a railway or utility company dispute affecting workers and public sentiment.
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Witclem
Rand Reaély
Wartar
Germany
Carating Oa Weil
Sebr
Rhumacher
Woessi Walker
Arbitration
Soviet War Report Appears in Confused OCR Fragments
Fragmentary OCR text from a March report references Soviet war news with scattered names and places including Riga and Charlot. The garbled lines mention allies, leaders, and fatalities in a damaged transcription, offering limited verifiable details but indicating ongoing conflict coverage.
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Oeloek
Wemy
Duralde
Contig
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Alite Enmuleeranion
Southern Sugar
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Marca
Te Shaobridey
Takmanin
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Swanson Melbourne
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Exdia
Gandhi
Lous
Es Town Council
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Home Secretary
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J. G. Hears
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York
Wien
Gellig
Ballarat
Naeture
Lake Street
Cates PO Bos
Commonwealth
Copenluscen
Riga
Inum
Kieit
Charlot
Palen
Boyeni
Boland's
Boland's Ltd
Manchester
Castinefe
Fesral
Almay
Toca
Rick Peters
Pochets
Cui Uwi
Urteas te'San
Ae Combs
Viet
Tao
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Boland’s Ltd
Hotee Aiul Ace Offeritar
Brice
Heyer
Aber Buo
Ae Emporium
Sitk House
D. J. Moynahan
Box Ise
Chemiat
Accountant & Auditor
General Commission
Howard Smith
Cox
Jack McKinlay
Beg
Mona
Dickinson Billiard
Abbott Street
Trhone
Boogy
Irerg Coumieny
Eton
M. Topp
N.Q
DON Winnes Satersals
Arrott Stres
Monae
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