Soldiers Institute clashes with government and Ryan Thousand debate
Brisbane readers follow the week of contention between the Soldiers Industrial Institute and the Government over management and soldier welfare. The Ryan Thousand division provokes mixed views, with nationalists and reformers weighing in as Premier Ryan seeks broader recruit support. The Soldiers Residential Club aims to secure long term housing for returned soldiers at Ann and Wharf Streets with ongoing community input.
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Soldiers’ Institute
Soldiers’ Industrial Institute
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Ha Te
Hardacre
Hardee
J. Hardacre
Agricul College
Ryan
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Rct
Commonwealth
Sydney
Wells
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Imperial League
Ann
Wharf
Eines Gener Cers
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Bine
Enea
Egat
Market Report on Lucerne Hay and Crop Prices
The report notes a slow market with Lucerne chaff quality mixed, Prime lines reaching 8 and inferior lots lower. Wheat and hay lines sold under the hammer, with prices around 5/4 to Cy and 6/4 for mixed chaff. demand varied, some imports rejected, and recently sweeter potatoes and tubers showing activity in districts from 7/6 to 3/2.
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K.S.S. League
Seaiotae
Lucerne
Icaly
Prine
Nowiach
Townsville hears cane price board evidence appeals
May and the Central Cane Prices Board arrived in Townsville yesterday and will hear appeals from three mills. They will travel to Ayr tomorrow to continue proceedings.
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Townsville
May
Central Cane Prices Board
Ayr
Cyclone Insurance Plans Dictated for Townsville May
The Under Secretary to the Chief Commerce signals government action on cyclone insurance for Townsville in May. The note emphasizes the need for coverage as cyclones threaten coastal areas.
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Townsville
North Coast Rail Speed Up Sought by Minister to Chamber
The Minister for Rail wrote to the Townsville Chamber of Commerce president urging a faster North Coast railway service. He says speeding up the line is a top priority for the state and promises actions to improve rail speed and efficiency.
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Townsville
May
Chamber of Commerce
Fatal Timber Work Accident at Bellbird Colliery
At Bellbird Colliery Redland two men ages 24 died after a tree being burned out warning collapsed on them. Mathieson died instantly while Oliver died minutes later.
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Sydney
Mathieson
Bellbird
Rednland
Corry
Oliver
Chamberlain's Tablets Promoted For Health Benefit
An old advertisement urges readers to try Chamberlain's Tablets claiming special digestive and health benefits and promising positive results for PO related issues.
Unclear Text Summary of Events and Prices
Fragmentary notes reference multiple entities and events with phrases like starting price and latest information but lack coherent details or identifiable people organizations or places. The readable parts do not establish a clear news item or outcome for a definitive summary.
Distinct factions clash over antiwar motion in labor council
The text records internal divisions within a labor council regarding Judd's antiwar motion. Advocates for various factions aim to influence decision making and to steer the council toward endorsing or opposing the proposal, with union officials and members named in the fragmentary report.
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R. Judd
Derek
Labor Council
Furnish Trades’ Union
Judd
Mery
Union
Auckland Fire Insurance Losses Reported
A clipped report notes a serious fire event in Auckland causing significant property damage and substantial insurance costs. Details are sparse but indicate high fire losses and related financial impact.
Recruits to be eased into Sydney march plan
A fragmentary notice outlines steps to deploy recruits to Sydney for a military maneuver. Details are unclear but indicate preparation and movement of personnel under command.
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Sydney
Vay
Box fa 7pee-street and Next Federal Hotel
Commissions executed on all southern events noted including Albion Cup and Stradbroke. Wires must be reply paid with no reply no business.
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Federal
Stradbroke
Bris- Iee
Stradbroke Handicap Contenders Dominate Brisbane Racing Notes
May 26 Brisbane racing highlights include Warspite and King among Stradbroke Handicap contenders. Race summaries note Red Pennant’s quick furlongs, Sabrina and Laddie’s performances, and Master Warkon’s strong showing. Weathered conditions and early morning pace measure showings at Ascot and surrounding tracks.
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Stradbroke
Warspite
Eats
King
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Ascot
Sabrina
Laddie
West Motong
Mney
Bardondioe
Brisbane Plays Host as Royalty Arrives for Event
A fragment notes Brisbane hosting an event with royal charm and a mascot audience presence. Princess Chewer Bounce and Pah King are referenced in a playful fashion, suggesting a local spectacle or promotional activity with notable participants.
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OG Aimal
Chewer
Bounce
Cairns Aquatic Club Race Results and Upcoming Meeting
Cairns Aquatic Club reports results from a six boat series with Maude first and Model II second, followed by Rambeew Ud Roseth and Model I. Rumors mention Davy and Bindyson entering a later event to improve standings. A weekly executive meeting is planned for this evening and members are urged to attend.
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Maude
Ruambew Ud
Roseth
Stee
Hessens
Ithe
Sanday
Davy
Bindy
H Maude
Ram
Tuner Visit Sought for District Residents
Country residents needing tuner services are urged not to wait for arrival but to write to Air. J. D. for an announced district visit.
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Dpalings
J. D
The Half Breed a Douglas Fairbanks Style Serial
An entertainment note reviews a Long Day feature called The Half Breed about Lo Dormat, a boy left by his Indian mother with a botanist. Raised by the botanist then cast out for white blood, Lo asserts his white heritage while a sheriff questions his status, with humor and stunts throughout.
Newmans Sauce Promoted With Odd Health Claim
A fragmented line mentions Newman's Sauce and a health claim linked to wearing suede shoes. The text reads like an OCR fragment lacking clear context or dates, with no identifiable people or organizations beyond the brand.
Lovely and Strong Rag Dolls for Children of All Ages
British manufacture offers a set including the Big Life Size Doll at two feet and three smaller dolls. Dolls boast fast colors and patented features, marketed as durable toys for night play without predatory risks. Prices listed as 1/6 and 2/6 for different sizes.
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Austral Pictures
Spence Street House
Breen
Keging Bader
Australia
HEENZO herbal remedy for chest and throat troubles
A historic note describes HEENZO as a registered herbal extract used with warm water and sweetening for chest and throat issues. The passage mentions a bottle size of 5 (units) and a direct supplier, W. Ma Chemist, 0 Cone reagh Street, Sydney.
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Wales
Reagh Sreect
Yuney
Hean's Tonic Nerve Nuts Ad Read
An old advertisement touts Hean's Tonic Nerve Nuts as restoring health and pure blood. It claims to relieve fatigue and aches and promotes purchase from leading chemists at five shillings per box.
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Hean
Sto Soren
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