Accord in China Recedes as Mediation Fails
An American plan for an all party State Council in China fails as talks break down. Communists and Chiang Kai-shek factions show little sign of compromise, with renewed military pressure and fear of a regional autonomous state emerging in Manchuria as a possible outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
General Marshall
State Council
Hin der
Palestine
Indi
India
Moscow
Yangtee
Chiang Kai-shek
Shan-tung
Pelang
Manchuria
Jehol
Kalan
Tatung
Obituary for Em Silk and Family in Strata Parish
Obituary notice for Wms Em Silk aged two years and listed kinshi. The deceased is described as a silent, long-time resident of Strata Phe Ply Maude Siatu with ties to Silk and family. Survived by Mrs HoT Baxter of Brie, and siblings in Brisbane and Schertin. Funeral planned at Nerval parlour Lake Street at 10 o clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Malaya
Burma
Pacific Islands
Americas
Marshall
Wrser & Huiland
Hot Baxter
Brie
Cairns
HG. Ward
Brisbane
Warn Sustford
LM Ward
Schertin
Nerval Parlour Lake-street
Local obituary notes a man with tragic riverside death
An obituary item reports the death of a man named in a rural community notice. The text mentions family, age, and circumstances surrounding the event, including a possible accidental drowning and burial details. Limited fragments reference a local area and period, with no explicit dates or death cause clearly stated.
Veneer and Plywood Factory Reported in Hazy Fragments
A damaged OCR fragment from a Veneer and Plywood Factory article references machinery and processes at an industrial site. The readable lines mention a plant or facility and unspecified operations with electrical components and timelines, but many words are garbled, limiting precise details.
Shipping Movements and Oil Trade Disarray Amid Turmoil
Fragmented OCR notes describe state owed payments and notices about shipping and sugar shipments. Mentions Melbourne River Sulman and a pipeline project with mentions of load operations at Newhedsile and Cairne Far Righ Beld. References midwurse urgency and a future load window with a tentative schedule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Certiin Sorina
Morrow & At KG
Lucerne Hay Trusses Arrive as Roma Market Opens
Commercial Brisbane reports 1100 trusses of lucerne hay arrived at Roma Street from Texas this morning. Offers for stock potatoen and wheaten chaff varied with sales at 108 and 118. Several lines cleared or refused, including a batch of lucerne hay and chaff forward, with prices noted for multiple lots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Roma Street
Texas
Toy
Rex
Rotary Club hears Mr Devine on Bush Children's Wealth Scheme
Queensland organizer Mr Devine spoke to Rotary Club about the Bush Children's Wealth Scheme. He described cases and cures by doctors and noted an appeal for 33 000 pounds to fund more homes from the coast to Cairns to reduce patient travel from distant areas.
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Devine
Queensland “Bush Children's Wealth
Rotary Club
Cairn
Forth
Quesnstend
Holuran G Groom al Innnstall
Calder
Catrne
Director General of Health dies in Sydney note
The Commonwealth Director-General of Health Dr McCallum, who succeeded Dr De Compton upon retirement, died today after years of service. The report mentions his long tenure in health administration and references his earlier role at the Momma Central Mill project week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Commonwealthy
Heath
McCallum
De 1
Compton
Torday
Mi Num
Weather Forecast Fragments From Eastern Coast
Fragmentary forecast notes scattered showers and local thunder across the eastern coast. Mentions inland areas, central highlands, winds from the north to northeast, and variable southward movement near Chain area.
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Cra
Memorial notices from a damaged 1908 Australian issue
Fragmented obituary items honor Mande Be egal or Repi er Bio Mraceire AN Carr daughter and Russell siblings. Lines mourn a dear brother and friends. Mentions September dates and a long list of family names with memorial sentiments and a general remembrance tone.
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Howoum
Ausiell
Sam
Moter
Russell
Jersinine
Thomas Temes
Setion
Wes
Ieee
New Gaines
Tramae
James Buell Wotton
Renee
Minnie
Pica
Magistrates Court Records Include Machinery Inspection Fines
In the Magistrate court yesterday A Ferran was fined the inspection fee for failure to pay. A tally mill manager Mr BB Best provided figures showing weekly tonnage crushed and season totals. The breach cited concerns the Inspec tion of Machinery Acts 1913 with costs and imprisonment possible for default.
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Tally Mill
BB Best
Tully Soeresponden
A. A. Ferran
Costa
Henton
ME. E. le Moore
Fires in Cairns City Struck by Fire Brigades and Robberies
Fires «in Cairns City» prompted rapid responses from the Cairns Fire Brigade with six man crews tackling bush fires on Edge Street and Water Street. A separate garage burglary at Mackay Pty Ltd involved forced entry and theft of minor items. A taxi incident on Galton Street ended with the vehicle bogged in sand near the maternity ward as street works continued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairns
Grant
Waterstreet
Gatton-street
St Cairm
Mackay Py. Ltd
Co ‘and Bradley's
Williarse
Tadaay
Galton-strest
Moxotal
Lake-street
Lake Street
Esplanade
Fragmented OCR yields confusing financial policy snippet
The readable parts reference subsidies, rate changes, and industry impact with figures and names obscured. It notes a 14% rate, mentions MAF and Menzies, and cites a 14,000,000 pounds figure amid embarrassment among growers.
Cuban Advantage in Export Talks Stirs Australian Debate
A fragmented report discusses how Cuba and Australia trade terms impact sugar exports. It notes a claimed price edge for Cuba, shifts in import provisions, and reactions from industry figures regarding long term market effects and pricing in overseas markets.
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Australie
Mir
Muir
Indus
Britain
Metts Coler
Pri
Wiles
Court hearing details uncertain and chaotic
A fragmented report describes court proceedings with references to documents from Japan, alleged identifications, and statements by Dovey and Cousens. It notes attempts to obtain documents via microfilm, delays in arrival, and questioning of Cousens over remarks about a Labour leader. The session ends with an adjournment.
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Japan
Cousens
Wisckwit
Wilke
Sydney
Caimienne
Siler
Dovey
Bydney
Byecal
Shan GC
Miral Rimix
Chifi
Shandal
Uproar at Chifley Meeting in Burwood
Sydney September 25 police in Burwood had to eject a hostile heckler during Mr J B Chifley's station tour. The meeting, though initially orderly, devolved as chants of Sit down mug and Chuck him out echoed through the hall prompting police to remove one man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
J. B. Chifley
Burwood
Sibatan
Brisbane murder case shocks Queensland town
Brisbane reports the arrest of Haymond Kendall Daniel 38 a trust nest manager and partner in a Queen Street salon for the murder of Jari Hodge. A witness testimony describes a struggle a fall and injuries including a bruised eye and a fall in the toilet. The hearing adjourned with details unclear as authorities investigate the sequence of events and potential accomplices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Haymond Kendall Daniel
Queen Street
Jari Hodge
Tol
Daniel
Rouge
Cooperative sugar mill plan discussed in conference
Fragmented minutes describe a proposed move toward cooperative sugar mill ownership. The document references commonwealth governments and urges action to support a cooperative model, with emphasis on shared responsibility and future ownership.
British Labour Wing Seeks Power in Queensland Rally
In Brisbane on September 23 prospects for Tasmanian style politics are discussed. A government push to take over cane sugar operations faces strong opposition. A price deal and fair compensation are debated as the state eyes increased influence amid party tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Adits
US Union Leader Entenced to Gaol in Potsburg
Pottsburg reports a Union leader named George Afuell was sentenced to gaol by local authorities on September 24. The case details and charges are provided by AAP, noting the outcome for the labor organization figure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Potsburg
George Afuell
Barristers Alleged Bribe in Brisbane Divorce Case
A Supreme Court divorce hearing in Brisbane was adjourned after testimony alleging a barrister offered to influence the judge for 125 pounds. The witness, Louie Schnitterling, said she forgave the barrister because he was a friend of her husband. The court heard that such misrepresentation could amount to extortion, and the case was adjourned to March.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Florfnce
Louie Schnitterling
Supreme Court
Winnie
Withesa
Ip Ang
Voters Increase Prompts Debate in Local Election
A fragmented report notes rising voter numbers amid calls for broader participation in upcoming elections. Residents and community groups discuss access, turnout, and potential reforms shaping the ballot.
Large Cargo for Australia Reported Amid War Tumbles
A large cargo movement bound for Sydney was discussed amid wartime conditions. The report notes substantial tonnage and mentions Australian imports linked to the war effort, with emphasis on transshipment to Maltource and related maritime routes.
Labour claims dairy subsidy losses under British contract
A Labour statement attacks the government over butter prices and export subsidies tied to a British contract. It alleges the government hid the 1948 49 price structure and that Australian dairy farmers lost millions since the contract began.
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Tamara
Gerry Woduntry
United Kingdom
Jerewie
Hough
Rsity Proauser
Teomcoe
Gutter Besialy
Abergy
Mason
Inh Ministry of Food
Ng Eubeldy
Cammon
Eaton
Commonwealth
Australia's new ambassador reflects on wartime ties
The pursuing ambassador touts Australia as essential to world peace and trade. He notes American interest in expanding business, while war-time shipping constraints limit travel and plans to visit Australia. He emphasizes unity against aggression and readiness to cooperate with allies.
Destructive wool fire in New Zealand destroys vast stock
A September blaze in New Zealand wrecked about two hundred thousand pounds worth of wool and much Air Force equipment. The fire lit the night sky, waking thousands as flames and explosions raged for hours. Air Force crews and local services evacuated buildings and fought to protect nearby houses while wool and stores, including items for disposal, burned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Zealand
I. Marly
Newaula
Air Force
Mapa
Spain
de Havilland
Ae Mleoyed
Baaliantion
Turbulent Moslems NRW Denl Dot 34 Abdy Khan
Turbulent religious and political tensions surface in a fragmented report. Abdy Khan is referenced amid scattered notes linking to Swat and regional unrest. The exact sequence and context remain unclear due to OCR garble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abdy Khan
Swat
Record Flight Brisbane Feared Evacuation Omission
A fragmented OCR item mentions a flight between Brisbane and Canberra with notes about evacuation and a person possibly named Lianteneat LP. The readable portion hints at a return journey and questions over timing and engagement. The text is garbled and lacks clear, verifiable details.
Brisbane Auction Notice From September Listings
Auction house announces a Brisbane sale date with details on items and delivery. The note notes remaining lots from a prior auction and states no carts will be sent to the auction mart with buyers to collect purchases after the sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Custis
Oretz
Young man killed near Cardwall on Tully road
September 25 report from Cardwall-Tully road details a 20-year-old Thomas Patterson of Cardwell dying after a vehicle overturned. Emergency crews responded with first aid and ambulance transport, but injuries were fatal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tully
Arek
Cardwall-Tully Road
Thomas Patterson
Cardwell
Pany
Tully Ambul
Tuna Faeterson
Excise Prosecutions At Marvaba Police Court
Unclear OCR text reports on excise prosecutions at Marvaba Police Court yesterday involving named defendants. The fragmented lines reference alleged unlawful conduct and duty related charges. Details are garbled, preventing clear attribution of actions, dates, or outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marvaba
Tobetes
Mugiale Hak
Abdulla
H Cmta
de Gurens
Cattian Techiae Nove Benovica
Claudio Prllansa
Gaya
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Chiang Kai
James Ntallay
Eagie Sparstirs
JSPR
Awisease
Mareruep
Ermimmenit
Arterniligiative
Aeday Thiew
Alin
Veneer and Plywood Factory
Danae
St Botan
Weresa
Gembane Produce Market
Bush Childrew
Peety Club
Tafarlan Bul Warner
Naual
Ina
Uae
Idomman
Edad. Sauur- Say
Les
Net
Milbem
Sway
Pirebeccee
Geta
Guumppe
Dee
Deer Joe
BDT
Ferrer
Armstrong
Fiat
P Joembers
R. Chiller
Pad. Tiraen
Menzies
Beoas
Foe
Amas
Mrs. Caiier
Stoney
Hashes
Deci
Sorarnemarae
Mr. Chilley
Brisane
Jghen
Daniel Askeg Hodge
Aten
Hodge
Damlet
William Berry
Smeone
Danil
Berry
Lodge
Bing
Eich Hodge
Hodge Ra
Soboe
Miehoap
Siane Hodge
Raf
Trubrant
Muger Mille
Sue
Ugar Mille
CP. Prospects
Teeerieer
Growers
Queensland
Australia
Sting
Mowtamal
Jones
Teem Toles
Maltource
Labour
Belin Ie
Truman
Dam Bila
Avaralia
United
America
Tallaln
AME
Australis
Tim
Américas
Wwe
Trafic
Matter
Aueral
Ulande
Norteeek Regional Board
Paribtan
Fownevtle
Ala Saag
Nokia Munley Morotug
Canberra
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