American voters face pivotal 1948 election choices
The piece argues that the November 3 elections will shape the balance in Congress, Truman's hold, and U.S. foreign policy, noting rising prices, shortages, and industrial unrest. It highlights the Democratic losses since Roosevelt and the Wallace incident as signals of internal party strains and potential shifts in relations with Britain affecting postwar world recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Representatives
Truman
Conetres
Isola Honwm
Amenca
Roosevelt
Senate
Wallace
Democratic Party
Organiasben
Cape
Gong
America
Britain
Shipping Movements Report From Maritime Agents
Shipping agents yesterday advised loading schedules for general cargo, with arrivals and departures noted for Cairns, Melbourne, Brisbane, Townsville, and Cairns again. Vessels including Murrumbidgee and Delamere were delayed by industrial trouble, while full cargoes of logs, sawn timber, coal and steel were planned for Sydney and Cairns with several trips and port calls spread across November.
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Esterday
Lady Meebo
Melbourne Na
Cate Tosmorrow
Arkaba
Lucinda In
Suger
Cairns
Freman Louis Coal and Steel
New
Sustle Foe Caithart
Briesbane
Brisbane
Townsville
Wraukle
Cairne
Sydney
Merdena
Brishire
Brubare
She Delamere
Ana
Fragmented Brisbane notice with scattered names
A damaged OCR fragment from Brisbane items lists names and places in disorder. Mentions October dates, locations such as Victoria Parade and Roche George Street, and several personal names and notes, but the meaning is unclear and many terms are garbled.
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Brisbane
Gelden
Camel Me Daly
Mt. Daly
Daly
Scare
Jordon
Tur Brisbane and Sydney Mangeoa in Melbourne trip
Tur Brisbane and Sydney Mangeoa travel via Melbourne to Cairns with connections from Sydney Newcastle and Brisbane. They depart Brisbane on November 7 bound for Cairns arriving November 18 after stops at Por Mess, Samara, Lae, and Port Moresby. Cargoes include motor spirit and kerosene in bulk. Arrival schedules and loading details follow for Cairns, Sydney, and Newcase with goods and vessels tied to November 25.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tur
Brisbane
Sydney
Travel odyssey across Australia ends in Perth style
A lengthy account follows travelers from Welbearing and Victoria detailing a westward journey through Queensland and Northern Territory. The party, led by Mr Knowles, describes caravan crossings, scarce water, river obstacles, and the adaptation of furnishings and equipment for the trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stes Knosson
West
Natrélian
Destria
Australie
Isowies
DeeMane
Fragmentary plea and expletive notes from an unclear page
A garbled historical newspaper fragment presents a scattered plea or confession with names and places distorted. The text includes partial phrases about a mother and child, possible courtroom or personal notes, and references to dates and locations, but no coherent narrative.
In fond memory of a lifelong friend Tom
In loving memory of my old pal Tom who passed away recently. A note expresses deep sorrow and remembrance, mentioning friendship and lasting impact, with heartfelt wishes for comfort to family and friends.
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Hinse
Jihler
Geendeniafen
Tom
Maleate
Ol Mp
Sale of Gorpu is Army studs at auction
A fragmented notice describes an auction of army studs with carpenters and plumbers fittings and preparations by City Cornell and local officials. The sale is scheduled for Saturday at 10 o'clock with a public sale format and commemorative events noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornell
Electreal
Army Compensation Board Hearing Wide Evidence Presented
Further evidence was heard before Dr P G Kasvett, Chairman, of an Army Compensation Board session. The testimony covered claims and the processes used to evaluate veterans' entitlements. Officials emphasized compliance with established procedures and the importance of accurate documentation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PG. Kasvett
Au Army Comperaaitiat "Board
Brisbane Weather Notes and Housing Act Update
Weather bulletin reports thunder in the south east districts and northeast winds along the coast, with a traffic advisory for pedestrians. A formal notice references the State Housing Act of 1945 issued by the Minister for Lands, A Jones, from Brisbane.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Powns
South Moron
A. Jones
Churchill's remedy noted in London dispatch
London dispatch reports Winston Churchill addressing fears in Birmingham about postwar equality. He states he would oppose any move undermining unity, insisting Britain must balance honors with social reforms.
Stewart Named Deputy Director of Posts in Australia
The text notes J C Stewart, previously in the Postal Department, is appointed Deputy Director of Posts succeeding FR Bradley. It hints at his expansion plans and duties, with references to telegraph succession and High P M G positions. It also alludes to a shipping dispute involving the steamer Murrumbidgee and related vessels, and mentions the Commonwealth Industrial Meeting with Gillies arriving frombane Peter.
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Stewart
Curt
Ana
FR. Bradley
Towpeville
Murrumbidgee
Gillies
Bane Peter Ad
Aes Board of Ref
Tbe
Pledtwood Smith
Compton
Neady
Vast Nur
Peeret
Jeuren
Massett
Ywler
Fragmentary wartime notice and docket from Brisbane
The report summarizes scattered wartime items with discuss of port work, military movements, electricity supply warnings, and local council approvals. It notes shifts in port labor, arrival of ships from Singapore via Balik Papan and Darwin, and mentions War Graves Commission personnel, along with electricity outages slated for Sunday in the Evelyn area.
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Army
Navy
Lstcs
Singapore
Balik Papan
Darwin
Barnes
Tom Balik Papan
Sir Force Personne
Shr
War Graves Couminian
War Graves Commission
Compton Rescues MCC Side at Tricky Melbourne Wicket
At Melbourne Cricket Ground Denis Compton steadied England as Hutton and Washbrook fell early leaving 31 on the board. Compton crafted 143 in 190 minutes, backed by Yardley on 70, to lift England into a comfortable position as the first Test looms.
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Melbourne
Denis Compton
Eacetoria
Malbourne Cricket Ground
Ener Shed Bar Fen
Hutton
Washbrook
Ian Johnson
Bey Yardley
Wickets Fall as Bowlers Dominate in Hard-Fought Test
England's batting faltered while Australia’s bowlers excelled with varied deliveries and tight lines. Johnston and Hassett paced the attack, Gilbert and Wardell struggled, and Compton and Hammond faced mounting pressure as Australia built a strong position before lunch.
Government Land Sales At Cairns Port Douglas Kuranda And More
Government land parcels and rentals announced for sale by the Land Office. Structures include five allotments in Cairns, areas around Meungs Crash and Cardwell railway, Kuranda corner lots, and Port Douglas road frontage plots. Upset rents range from 1 to 60 pounds with terms up to 20 years. Sales to occur December 2 to December 5 at Cairns and Tal.
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Jesse
Meungs
Cairns
Areun
SAT Getehas Wong
Wal
Phowe
Catra
Cairn
Kuranda
Thongon
Tualenge
Port
Tient
Maxi. Vmn Capital Sun
General Levy Authorized for Sugar Cane District
Brisbane reports October 31 regulators under the Primary Producers Association approved a general levy to fund administrative needs for sugar supply in the district. The levy targets sugar cane supplies to the Goondi Mill and related areas including Boxth Johnstone, with rates yet to be specified and directed toward executive administration and fitting up of the district facilities.
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G. Walker
Acelyn
Galena
Ilies
Foundatioe
Executive Council
Thane
Aargana
Atabie
Sane Clark
Milles Millae
Brisbane
Primary Producers Association
Marineting Axe
Innistall
Capeu
Yen
Boxth
Johnstone
Ida
Jon
Wh Executive
Weathertna ts
A weather report appears garbled with partial words and misjoined text. The fragment hints at a forecast or climate note but lacks clear dates locations or concrete details to identify the event or region.
Labor party incentives and election results amid UK politics
The fragment discusses Liberal Party incentives and Labour gains in the recent election. It notes Labour securing votes and pledges, mentions figures around 2,089,000 and 273,000, and refers to new MPs and cabinet roles. It also references figures and events in England and Canada, with scattered mentions of universities, the Duke of Gloupsmier, and military or ceremonial roles. The text is fragmented and mixed with unrelated items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberal Party
Burda
Wage case hearing and ACTU push for wage rise in Brisbane
A wage case hearing in Brisbane covers submissions from ACTU and employers. Premier Hanson plans to review wage regulations and push for higher base pay as transport minister travels with the premier seeking support for increases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Pramier IM. Emm. Hansons
Ea Ae Anid
Pram
Ould
Looted Army Goods Warehouse in Mocundah 1880 Trial
An 1880 case details a robbery of a military goods warehouse at Mocundah and Molen. Accused, including George Larkin, Crapp, Cope, and others, allegedly arranged transport and possession of 36 items, with plans to supply trunks and sheets to the gang. The narrative cites a Supreme Court sentence consideration and multiple accomplices, with trial references and remand of the involved parties.
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Mocundah
Molen
Shewia
Larkin
Larkin Ihoe
Cope
Tie
Ty Larkin
Alexander Strachan
George Larkin
Ios
West
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Queensland
Australia
Wwe
Miles
Austral
Welbearme
Mr. Mo. Kr, Knowles
Uaedenons
Victoria
Tom Wieser
Memil Waller
Cali
Elgit
Khowle
Caravat
Uae
Maewhee
Wiskerth
Weston Veml-Traiier
Beatin Emery
Berkges
Sereg Are
Parnas Catrew
Cocktows
Tama
Gwen Ang Farricy
Matias Ale
Wien
Theo
Min
Bega
Fela
Phamas
Porpensi
Twish
Aineerety
Ea Ome Seer
Gorpuis Army Studs
Carrs Depot
Neem Meee
Prentaare
Army Compensation Board
Caiene Bersvons
Sgainkt
Churchill
London
Winston Churchill
Mr. Churchill
P.M.G
J. C. Stewart
Fighfield
SITV
Shir
Witout Esate
Dewi
Arew
Tobseen
Amerrapnes Sa
Ehestrietty
Evelyn Vital
Hlemnertan
Lavcomber
M.C.C
Jack Matthews
Pitch
Dowsey
Mike Real
Restrakas
Johnston
Johnson
Tebball
Gibbo
England
Rte
Bytore
Breer
Hammond
Varley
Westson
Ike
Flo
Lester
Teme Baer
Bowens
Ad Fechardson
Minster
SABC
Oe Lend
General Levy
Ansisfail Cane District
Chifley
Favies
Duridean
Swan
Dalia
Duke of Gloupmsier
Bert Sinster
Canada
Sra
Io ‘University
Bash Wage
I. Egleston
Abey
Bette
Cantern
Bibrion
Michser
George Larkina
Gece
Abourer
Sahni
Stee
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