Sale of Commonwealth Interest in C O R
Canberra report on Sept 26 states the Commonwealth will sell its controlling 425 000 shares in Commonwealth Oil Refineries Ltd to Anglo-Iranian Oil Company at 26 10 2 per share, yielding about £2 762 506 10. The government stood firm on the full amount after reports of pre-offer discussions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Commonwealth
Commonwealth Oil Refineries Ltd
Angio
R. G. Menzies
House of Representatives
Mentos Fa
Anglo-Iranian Co
Likert refinery proposal dominates Commonwealth debate
Parliament debates a proposed 1986 start for a large oil refinery in Australia with capacity around 40 million barrels annually. Key figures include Dr Gralt and S. Albers, amid party disagreements over government stake and sale options to COR.
Petrol price rise announced for Fallon Monday
The petrol price is set to increase by one penny in Fallon starting Monday affecting Sree, Brabant, and centre services from the city while Gladstone Townsville and Cairns services remain unchanged. The move follows a Queensland Prices Branch review of new port facilities and confirms a broader rise across lighting, power kerosene and furnace oil with tentative adjustments at terminal ports.
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TERTM
Fallon
Brabant
Centres
Gladstone
Townstille
Cairnood Ceoires
Thoweneland
Ladier
Funterrace
Queensland
Tatas
Closing Down of Sydney in September Crisis
A distorted report from Sydney discusses a government or labor action affecting miners in New South Wales. It mentions closures and mobilization, with references to miners in work centers and disputes over a contested plan. The text portrays a sweeping response and policy shifts impacting the mining industry and related workers.
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Sydney
Mirariy
New Sour Wales
Mney
Alleged Theft From Dead Man in Sydney
A residential property owner in Sydney faced charges after an alleged theft from a deceased man. The report notes the incident occurred around September plus a prior date in August, with further details about the suspect and court actions referenced but unclear in OCR.
Most pastel stares Marini the Lanta ance Bet Sm We dec
Sep 25 AAP reports the Prening Mewe dinended cme ponent. The article notes a pastoral commanie in Australia where Melbourne and related events are mentioned.
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Loupos
Cme Ponent
Mays
Ohey
Austawilay
Marini
Aires
Birthday Party at Lithgow Hears Major Celebrities
Thousands filled Lithgow Civic Ball Room to celebrate Marjorie Jackson’s 16th birthday with a two hundred weight cake from Lithgow Co operative Society. The party honored her world sprint title and Olympic victories. A miniature Olympic dais, secret presents, a special cake, and young dancers accompanied the event, with an electric tevin e machine planned for display.
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Sydney
Lithgow
Civic
Baypy
Marjorie Jackson
Alarjone
Weal
Lithgow Co-operative Society
Australia
Sarjoria
Boxing match report from Melbourne paper notes Dugan victory
Boxing note from Melbourne reports Douglas E273 Dugan boxing the Sydney boy Wal Dagan to a close finish at the Etadiumn. The bout details are unclear due to damaged text but indicates Dugan overcoming issues in the fight. The piece references September 4 and mentions a Melbourne venue.
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Brisbane
Sydney
Boy
Wal Dagan
Douglas
Ube
More Power for South Africa
South Africa is set to build three new plants to aid gold and uranium extraction, boosting power for mining operations. The plan, discussed by Acting Secretary of Energy, aims to enable expanded operations at key sites and improve waste handling.
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Pretomia
Africa
Dom Satlone
Wines Aid
Eetervad
Saved from scrap heap in London ceremony
In London on September 39 1A Reuters reports that caronation souvenirs were saved from the scrap heap when a royal act waived rights under a Parliamentary act. The official report notes preparations and the crown in the context of Queen Elizabeth.
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London
Reuters
BhafSid
Assy
Allver Anid
Ian Uarcaghot
Beoret
Ellsbeitte
Rons
Migrant Workers Depart Italy for Australia Amid Camps Delay
In Canberra on September 26 the Acting Minister for Immigration stated 300 rural workers remain in Italy waiting for clearance to move to Australia and about 58 merchants were on the water near Alphalalls. The remarks were made in the House of Representatives.
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Canberra
Ept
Italy
Australi
Mouse of
A Beate
Wage Rate Changes Stir Prolonged Labor Tension
A court case examines shifting wage scales and price schedules amid employer pressure and worker unrest. It notes reduced pay in some plants while others push for higher rates, with government and municipal orders cited as dominant customer demand. The ruling considers equality between men and women wages and adherence to economic capacity. Proceedings resume Tuesday.
Master Builders Position in Perth Report
A Perth report states the Pedoration of Master Builders would quit the case. The federation is not a registered industrial organism in the Commonwealth court. No withdrawal is planned as the state association was never a party to the matter.
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Perth
Omig
JB Rankins
Prisoner Found Hanged in Cell
A prisoner was found hanged in a cell on December 13, with authorities not yet releasing full details. The incident prompted an internal review and ongoing inquiries.
Golden Casket Brisbane Prize Brief Notice
Fragmentary OCR text reports a Brisbane event with prizes and winners. Mentions Moore, Began Ona, Nichola Street, and various city references. Unable to extract clear dates or full names due to damaged text.
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Brisbane
Goldao Casket i
Arene Vordag
Siete P
Buderon Rae Maan
Ona
GPO
Breedina
Nichola
Street
Moewich
Retirement of Trygve Lie
A brief notice announces the retirement of Trygve Lie from his position as a United Nations official, marking the end of a long tenure and signaling a transition for the organization.
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Trygve Lie
Premier Gair Opens Queensland New Settlers League Conference
The Premier Mr V C Gair said individuals have a responsibility to welcome newcomers as he opened the annual conference of the Queensland New Settlers League outlining duties to immigrant settlement and community integration.
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V.C. Gair
Queensland New Settlers’ League
Plenty of Room for Migrants Says Galt in Queensland
Mr Galt argues there is ample room in rural Queensland for people from cereal nations and other countries to cherish Australian traditions and land. He notes Queensland recently created a State migration centre in Brisbane to advise on immigration and land use, stressing equal access and limited property rights.
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Mr. Galt Addes
Vale
Forster Land
Galraig
Queensland
Countrie
Brisbane
Australian delegation invited to Melbournes recognition event
A confused excerpt mentions an Australian delegation to a celebration in Melbourne on November 1 and a protest of the invitation by the ACTU and Labor movements. Names and details are garbled, but the item centers on a debated invitation and communications between unions and officials.
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Melbourne
ACTU
Amcciniad
Mtossos
AERO
Dismissals Rise as Sydney Engineering Fires Retrench
A Cam Engineering Company spokesman states that during the financial year to date, expenditures have risen and the firm will cut work volume to reduce staff. An executive from British Standard Machinery Co. notes broad balance pressures and lower order volumes forcing personnel reductions.
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Cam Engineering
British
Standrd Machinery Co
Ioe
Ures
Estate of Queen's Counsel Rydney
Sept 3. The estate of Mr Ad Movette QC will be administered in bankruptcy court. Judge Clee ruled the estate assets insufficient to cover debts. Movette, who died February 1998 after being called to the bar in 1950s and made King’s Counsel shortly before death, left life insurance profits unavailable under the Life Assurance Act.
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Rydney
Ad. Movette
Justice Clee
Bansruptcy Court
King’s Counsel
RW. Nicholson
Inflation and Budget Remarks Spark Debate in House
A fragmented report shows discussions on inflation and the budget with references to Mr Madden and statements about archers and teams. The text appears garbled but indicates a parliamentary budget debate and attention to government financial matters.
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Canterea
Epi
Madden
Mir Madden
Aumralia
Weater
Persian Oil Problems conditional offer amid court dispute
The issue centers on a conditional offer related to Persian oil payments and a settlement between the Persian government and the British government. The agreement addresses compensation, advance payments, and possible court actions, amid disputes over terms and control of funds and ports.
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Persia
Rome
Half a Tow of Cod Thefts Rumored by Police and Airlines
A fragment reports police and airline officials discussing a major theft of cod semen and a plan to sell on the American black market. A flight from Taranto to Montreal carried only four bows, with officials unable to explain why the theft wasn’t reported before the plane landed in Montreal.
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Toronto
Airlines
Unig
Montreal
Bowen
Star
Foot and Mouth Disease Message Cited by Minister
The minister for agriculture signals a prepared plan to tackle foot and mouth disease. He calls for comprehensive measures including centers and eradication efforts to control the outbreak and protect livestock.
Mailbag Theft in Britain
A brief item notes a mailbag theft in Britain, reporting the incident and officials' response. No suspects named. Police and postal authorities investigate the theft and secure affected routes.
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Britain
Morris Vehicles Exports Prices Reduced
Export prices for Morris vehicles have been cut by a margin as auctions proceed in three and four types. The new rates cover the Morris OC model and the Everest segment, according to Muliehd Exports Ltd. plans and local market considerations.
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Lordow
Muliehd
Maruuat Sime
Great Northern Cannery Past Struggling Stage
The chairman of directors Mr D Mason told an extraordinary general meeting in Cairns that the Great Northern Cannery Co operative Association has moved past the struggling stage and is entering its third year of operation. He cited dry weather limiting citrus fruit intake and discussed government and bank loan arrangements, urging careful finances and treasury guarantees.
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Great Northern Cannery Co-operative Association
D. Mason
Shersholders
Cairns
Mason
Kell Wu
Une In
Treasury
Camperieun
Rome
Wr. D. Mason
Kelly Seid
Minister for Works and Housing Plans New Housing Bill
A parliamentary debate adjourned on a proposed housing bill. The measure aims to reuse and align E40 works with a housing agreement, and to improve construction standards. Critics question certification and defect controls amid ongoing discussions.
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Canmerra
Ilhmere
Beisinne
Cabwett
Iisee
hi_Chminon beatin experimencal
Eee
Wight Gland
Zillivers Rouses
Commonwealth Bearstmemal Ullaing Station
Debaiv Wan
Sympathy in Court as pleaded to mal Court Friday
A man pleaded guilty to the mal Court Friday. He faced charges connected to a labor dispute and alleged misdeeds against a Simms employee. The record lists names including Mr Melson and Ald Bosley. Local figures and dates appear in fragmentary form with references to unemployment, food relief, and a family crisis.
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Paty
Euitig
Aumaow
Seraphin
Maine My
Arabia
Court charges of murder and stoking in Melbourne case
Fragmentary report from Melbourne dated Sep 28 mentions a murder charge and stoking allegations. Text is garbled with names and places unclear but references Reginald Ogundy and incidents near a park. Unable to identify full facts due to damaged OCR.
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Melbourne
Avihie WilMarne
Reginald Ogundy
Bergad
Hurdes
Beth Biowart
Masiern Park
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Angis
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Betiseay
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Australis
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Sarjorie
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Dugan
South Africa
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Tome
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Albu
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Ite
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Neume
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Tho
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Seek WA Tan
SOM_UNITED RATIONE
sRcartanvesr
Mr. Gair
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Queen's Counsel
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Raute-tranken
Mages Court
Etunelive Mloves
Genie Money
Seewe Santa Oil
Agricalier
Callinattata
Morris
K.G
Great Northern Cannery
Stethan
Keely
Imei
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Cramer
Townsville
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