Budget promises kept no promises broken in Chifley plan
The Budget presented by Mr Chifley is seen as dull yet consistent with election pledges though it offers little direct tax relief. Indirect tax cuts and income tax reductions total about £7 million, with a war-time revenue basis supporting a larger defence and empire role. The piece notes Australians face heavy income tax, ongoing defence costs, and a need for readiness in a changing global order with Empire ties and Anglo-American bloc cooperation.
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Chifley
Eo. Np
Wales
Faelden
Elleeet
Dineer
Australia
Britain
Canberra
House of Representatives
Senate
Evatt
Lestlere
Great Britain
New Zealand
Pacific
United States
Fragmented Brisbane notice lacks clear event data
Unable to extract a coherent news item. The OCR text appears garbled with misread words and no identifiable people, organizations, or events. No definite date, place, or outcome is discernible for a concise summary.
Cairns Y W C A Hostel Appeal Report
A council debate over a metal quarry and its impact prompts a motion to seek a formal report on moderating the quarry. Aldermen discuss timing and party positions as the motion advances to council consideration.
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Alan Suehiy
Cairne
Crowley
Binle Feria
Ewncy
Council
Horners
Longreach Milk Supply Disrupted Amid Shortfall
A damaged Longreach notice reports a milk shortage as the town previously sourced pasteurized milk from Rockhampton. A distributor bought it at a loss, but supply has now been halted, disrupting local commerce and daily life in the dry period.
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Shire Cennes
Rockhampton
Langreach
Shipping Movements Delayed By Hazardous Log Jam
Shipping departures and arrivals show disruptions with logs and timbers affecting several ports. Reports mention Sydney and Cairne routes, with vessels stalled near Stare Beismere and Sydney harbor due to congestion and weather. Local agencies coordinate cargo movements and warn of further delays through November.
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Shicpimg
Shipr
Rama
Towner
Stare Beismere
Grreral Congo
Sydney
Iran
Waneaae
Ipibeurne
Cairne
Hargina
Rem
Amern
Cement shortage stalls public works amid prewar limits
The report notes no public works proceeded due to cement shortages at Darra cement works. Prewar production was cited as 140,000 tons per year, with output constrained as the sector faced material limits and rising demand.
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Mmirmane
Weather Forecast From Cairns District Report
The Cairns Ambulance Centre reports the air service back in commission after repairs and a recent fire near V Bancroft residence. Weather notes include high temperatures around 65 to 66 degrees, with storms on the Tableland and variable humidity around 31 percent. Local water restrictions announce sprinkling hours from 8 am to 4 pm and penalties for waste.
Memorials recalled in loving family notices
A series of obituary fragments honors Walter Steven Howes, Mrs Rous Waile, and others. Messages from sisters, brothers, nieces, and nephews recall memories, birthdays, and prayers, with dates and places sprinkled among faded lines. The clippings reflect a family’s tender tribute across years and disruptions.
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Walter Steven Howes
Eat
Rous Waile
Toma
Orother
Katre
Harlowina Sinien
Mather
Nies
Mi Gammel
Watts
Allee
Myrtle
Bill
Herberton
Hana
Bete
Renry
Thunderstorm Season 1 Recorded Near Normanton
A meteorologist notes a south eastern air mass causing sharp thunderstorms near Normanton with heavy rain reported. Moist air patterns in the north west and central regions suggest continued unsettled weather, with Cape York Peninsula and surrounding areas within the affected zone.
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Derincat
A. Richards
Artena
Allo
Normanten
Monatsa
Hughenden
Cape Yorke Penissula
Rentrale
Starr
Barnes Wins Appeal Over Salary Suit in Parliament
Brisbane dispatch notes the Full Court upholding J F Barnes’s salary dispute against the Legislative Assembly. The Clerk of Parliament is ordered to certify payment for four fortnights, while judges say the Assembly lacked power to suspend a member’s pay or remove him, though it may discipline by temporary suspension. Premier Hanlon cites potential standing order changes if needed.
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Brisbane
J. F. Co
A. Seine
Barnes
Batner
Assembly
Mamamtary Salar
M. Hanlon
City fruit barrow ration noted by mayor
A fragmented report records a city official noting fruit barrow ration requests. The mayor mentions approval for the applicant, with unclear names and dates due to the damaged text.
Labour Plebiscites Set for December Voting
Brisbane reports show two state ministers facing opposition in plebiscites. Secretary J. Burrows notes December 5 as the vote date for municipal plebiscites. Officials including Mr Larcombe and others are listed as candidates or figures tied to the event.
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Brisbane
Orit
Dhe
Rt DB
Ghedson
Ipawich Miehiselte
PJ. Slelnalty
Ipewich
J. Burrows
Gladstone Hospitals Board
Mr. Larcombe
Thas
Teter
Tax relief urged to aid mining industry rights
At the Northern Country Party annual Towmnvilla conference two policy additions were adopted. The Mining Act should be amended to prevent pollution from mining operations. The party also favors income tax relief for small mining interests to encourage production, proposing a royalty approach to replace harsh rates.
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Northern Country Party
Towmnvilla
Queensland
Public meeting critiques Labour housing policy in Queensland
A Cairns Post report details a conference led by Mr Maher criticizing Labour housing programs as unproductive and costly. Speakers blamed central planning for high costs, urged increased production incentives, and called for government powers to curb price gouging and shortages while backing primary industry pricing and wartime munitions drive.
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Blair Athol
Swrviers
Meare J. Cummings
L.arts
Soler Coopers
Ware Tao Tend
Neil O'Sullivan
Mire A. Rankin
Inc
Seston
Niger
Tne
Mr. Chitey
Tata
Ennai Gale Scift
Short
Maber
Betty Ore
Oda
Mrr. Maher
Meher
Willett
Metal Trades Award Variation Dismissed in Brisbane
Brisbane November 19 The Australasian Court dismissed an application by the Metal Trades Association for a variation of the award regarding annual leave for employees outside the figar mills. Unions opposed the move. After the opening, a small public gathering dispersed as officials noted no attendance by workers and no conditions altered.
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Brisbane
Austrative Court
Metal Trades
Figar
Metal Crates
Orned
Plaire
T. A. Ferry
W. Riorlan
Perth to Brisbane 1% Ender MoRs Schedule Note
Brisbane November 19 briefing shows new schedules under a national airways permit. A daily Perth to Brisbane service departs early morning and stops at Adelaide and Melbourne with exact times and overnight options. An eastbound leg resumes afternoon in Brisbane with connections to Perth.
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Brisbane
Aus
Tralian
Naonal
Airware
yRiaster Leves
Perth
Adelaide
Bourne
Ridam
Rodney
Draper
Nelson Annuity Loss Reveals Brisbanes Shipping Plans
An unusual annuity notice from Brisbane references premier activity and a November schedule. The brief item mentions a ministerial statement and a delayed event set for November 18, with phrases suggesting policy or funding changes and implications for local entities.
Housing loan scheme debate grinds council to halt
Amid heated council talks, Ald Crowley and colleagues clashed over a proposed Housing Commission loan plan. Officials argued land prices and government support were pivotal while considering a special meeting to probe the scheme, with fears of ratepayer burdens and tentative government backing.
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McManus
AN. WA. Collins
Crowley
Aeen Ai
Calrne
Brepcast
Aml Crowley
Mater
Ald
Chalaway
Counel
Aleiy
Newah
Sis
Housing Commission
Joan
Unlawful Killing of Two Horses Reported in Quiet Farm Case
A historical report describes an unlawful killing of two horses on a farm near Witney. Witnesses recounts of the act, the subsequent interview with the defendant and witnesses, and details about the farm, the accused, and the investigation led by local officials. The account notes the horses were shot about an hour after a prior disturbance and includes testimonies from several named local figures and a constable.
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Mike
Spd
Sinan
Witout
Marek Tee
Witney
Tal
Willl
Wittias
Andry Ie
Unclear OCR: Golden Casket Brisbane Notice Fragment
Fragmentary OCR text from Brisbane listing an event or notice with many garbled names and phrases. Readable bits mention Golden Casket Brisbane dated November 1 and scattered names such as Comiskey and Bombay, but details are incoherent and no clear action or outcome can be determined.
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Brisbane
Galdar Janet
G& Cane
Mai & Wyeknany
Comiskey
Seehinasigeon
Oarth
Atthe
Athlex
Bombay
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YORTH
Queensland Coast
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Shire
Mulgrave
Slater
Amy
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Tilly
Sis Fustory
Hearnt HA
Vonspal
Nsw
Oreaped Ball
Fert
Tony Donclink
Mena Creek
Rt 2
Pirst
South Johnstone Ambussines
Innisfail Hospital
Inpigfell
Ravantad Gram
Mra V. Bancrof
Qur
Landis Galion Hospital
McBona
Eitueslaigh
Marya Hospital
Ysrabsh
Carns
Catena Kaoande Leon Quets
Bav‘nya
Dave
Vity
Mosman
Douglas Shire
Bee
J. Chufeyt
Huaiber
Maya Cstad
Towneville
Teedor
Martin Elfedmia
Good Falls
Normanton
MR. Barnes
Stdomay
Governmert
Searre
Ambubance
J. Brassington
City Fruit Barrow
Mr. Kian
Sasha
Uke Cours
A. J. Draper Nize Maree
Elias
C.P
Government BY
Jan Wood
Organsation
Suto
Mr Maner
ER. Maher
Sella
Z. Nicklin
Lander
Bate Country Party
Ir. Nicklin
Wishtg
Camphiguing Wan
Aurballan Cantey
Maher
Cat Party
Vermary Industet
Manes
Iinima
Thie
Employers Association
Ender moRs
New Ana
MR. Foley
Nelson Annuity
Ite
KM. Mania
Tar Teeltt
Sehme
Anna Mar
Palas
Autaey Tor
Uwe Bere
Camery Counen
Diclemion
Treasry
Calema
FALER
Diemen
Tim
Amendmaus
Patrick Fewkiy Kelly
Daj
Ben
Jaane
Maui
Andresle
de Hendasst
Ballon
Carmelian
Dalton
Kgmeatrett
Cairns
Moomie
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Echuca
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