Floods and storms sweep Queensland towns
A string of heavy rains caused the Mulgrave River to flood near Gordon and Atherton, with water levels reaching two feet and more. Widespread downpours hit Kuranda and Cardwell, triggering damage to buildings and power lines as towns report strong winds and rainfall across northern Queensland.
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Bevin
Jean Cally
Atherton
Perie Tanistal
Rive
Gordon
Vale
Ordon
Baloch
Kuranda
al Barron
Cordon
Melbourne
Matoota
Windsor
Mnti Fta
Lunderholt
Avian
Ving
Plesety
Pan
Willis Tatandt
Fe Pata
Ionary
General Cosgrove Appeals To Australians On War Time Polls
General Cosgrove condemns brutal acts attributed to the enemy, cites ruined towns and murdered civilians, and argues Australians must stand for democracy and freedom. He asserts Western nations support for keeping ahead of aggression and urges unity against tyranny.
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London
Marc
Cosgrove
America
Australia
Kant
Opianegha
Isim
Mach Queda
Toad Fens Ind
Plane crash near Langreach prompts inquiry and repairs
A passenger plane failed to gain engine power after takeoff from Enactvile, causing a crash near Famibo. Officials say the accident resulted from an engine not picking up after climbing to four thousand feet. The crew and Bristol engineers acted quickly to control damage. a replacement aircraft will depart Longreach for Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne.
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Langreach
Staupage
Famibo
Hiatt
Atourne A. Ch
Pats
Fuddnoft
Robert Ba
Mega Tor Capen and
Middnatt
Abandoned Baby Charged in Hamilton Case
An incident near Hamilton involves Mildred Shannon charged with abandoning an infant and theft of property from the Postmaster General. The report notes the child’s location under a culvert and references Percy Hamilton’s court appearance and a Supreme Court sentence.
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Brisbane
Shannon
Irman Mackay
Hamilton
Wristane
Wader
Witheas
Rarah Calvery Malvert
al Army
The
Ariy
Iain Arcosed
Supreme
Died of thirst in late Georgia drought incident
A fragment reports Georgina Kineti succumbed to thirst during a late drought in Georgia. The text is incomplete but indicates a heat related death and mentions a local area affected by extreme conditions.
Farmers Meeting Choices at Gordonvale Cane Growers
A Gordonvale meeting of Cairma Cane Growers discusses harvest shortfalls due to drought, pest damage, and weather. Attendees push for government action on railway freight, agriculture taxes, and improved pest control, with debate over Entomological Station needs and industry support.
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Cairma
Gordonvale
Westher Dondi- Honk
Wellar Ar
Gritin
Jacya
Suteereraman
Chanel of Agriculture Stu Tubeld'ne Ai Zonenbutions
Naed
Pute Pon
SRA Qe'aiao
Industral Masters 4 Way
Aredaann
Me. McGuigan
Finovt Exituney Steven
Nesp
Coal for Germany Import Tax Canceled
London reports a settlement of tariffs on British coal imported to Germany ending tax difficulties. The agreement also eases trade restrictions affecting British trade in the German occupation and adjacent areas.
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Germany
London
Lr Id
Orapied
Trish
Rough on Cats Fowl Food From Dead Animals
Analyzing a report on meat from dead cats and dogs used as food, with notes on handling, cooking, and disposal. The document records measures taken in Lindon and related local reactions to the practice.
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Condon
Marc
Chermat
Givin
Ene
Doge
Tgestoy
Fragmented British War Coverage Sparks Alarm in Britain
Daily Chronicle and Daily Express dispatches report tensions with France over ordnance and rail policies. Lord Birkenhead defends government caution, warning against surrender to any power. Authorities emphasize readiness and vigilance amid European pressure.
State Stores Board Names Acting Sec to Lead
Central Purchases announced March 23 that A C Giles, subassistant in partiment of Agriculture, was named Acting Secretary-Treasurer of the Board. Mr Meal, secretary to the Treasury, will be Chairman. Mr Austin, Trade Commissioner, is a member. a third member will be a commercial man. The plan centralizes purchasing of materials for all government departments, buying in large quantities to streamline acquisitions.
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Janae
Ace W. Giles
Agriculmrs
Meal
Tremmury
Austin
Reuurrendavi
Roma Street Markets See Prices Slide and Rise in Weary Trade
In Brisbane the Roma Street markets show mixed movements as wheat and animal feeds move between 7/6 and 11/0 with brisk sales on some lines. Prices for Panicum and Pollard shift, and overall supply appears tight for certain goods while others move quickly, indicating cautious demand and price volatility.
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Roma
Brisbane
Marek
Tuaerne
Chile
Mmedium
Glen
Basalt Boulder Letter From Arthur Clarke Inquiry
A fragmentary local note discusses Arthur Clarke and Stoney Creek in connection with Crown Mines. The text mentions attempts to verify reports about a red shield and possible court or inquiry actions affecting the area near Wyant and related figures.
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Gpnttomn
Anna
Rormaubr
Pater
Arthur Clarke
Stoney
Crown Mines
Groegee Stoney Croek
Mareeba Chamber Plans Cattle Trade Carnival Meeting
Mareeba Chamber of Commerce members discuss June carnival actions to boost live cattle exports and trade with the east. They endorse school community efforts, urge ministers to address railway and water issues, and seek improved police and public services at Mareeba.
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Mareebe Chamber of Commerce
Peld
Waulenday
Deltery van di
W J Gillian
Northern Timbers
Towanniers
Northern
Caine
W. F. Bamford
Martin
Exon
Jenkingon
Ashworth
Cairns
Chamb
Eng Ature Lettew
Mose Aletrade
Davapment
Royal 10
Mount Mulligam
Nets
Ing
Oblaine
Ite
Kabane
Cairne Chamber of Commerce
Dleed
Home Secretary
Court House
Cooperative talks move to United Party sub committee
Fragmented notes report a March meeting where county and party members, including figures named Jones and Fletcher, discussed cooperation and referral to a Cornell council. The United Parliamentary Party and other groups considered a formal sub committee to advance the subject amidst evolving party alignments.
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Ssrisbane
Peisery
Fy Iars
Aapurdee Hom
Cornell
WRU
Cayvery
United Party
Segavian Party
Jontes
Abeentery
Merers Angel
Musnee Ihe
Heina Iy
Rowhlel
Toownamins
Iowet
Natiatzalyte
Fletcher
Desperate Fight Ends in Fatal Wager-at-Forage Conflict
A chaotic altercation unfolds as two parties clash over forage bids in Waverte. Witnesses report tense exchanges and a subsequent arrest, with authorities pursuing clarity on motives and outcomes.
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Phlmary Producers
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