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Newspaper
Charleville Times
Location
Charleville, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 26, 1940
Page
5
Fragmentary report notes shifting Western opinions on peace aims and possible German and Italian moves in Europe. Observers warn of a tense balance as Allied and Axis signals hint at alliances, with limited clarity on concrete policy shifts or immediate actions.
Fragmentary report says bomb fragments rose, ships were hit but little damage occurred. Raiders pursued by defenders, slow retreat observed near the moor, with unclear objectives and multiple casualties not specified.
The damaged items describe firefighters attending a street fire near the town outskirts. The text notes delays due to distance and distance traveled, with references to specific accounts and improvised procedures. The fragmentary report hints at a color coded drill and improvised safety measures.
A garbled OCR style note mentions a blockade and unusual phrases including Germany, Maxis, and Critbes. The readable parts suggest a protest or regional disruption reference, with unclear names and dates. The fragment hints at a plan or statement but lacks concrete actions or outcomes.
Candidates Bowne A MeMames and William PG Biteharsbt, Bar harst J Collins, Domnian Serie named among scholars eligible for extended study period at the recent University Center public examination. The event highlighted by the State High Level Grammar Fett program and other approved secondary seats.
Mire Partridge defeated Str Negriman by 18 points in croquet play. Followup results show Mrs. Smithy 28, Men MeChie 14. Mrs. Williams 20, Mir. Partaline 2. Fal eeal gairmem 4. Mr Smith 7, Mrs Metlane 3. Mra Bape Tove Mra. William 16. Mrs Pulaford 1. View Herriman 26. Mrs Wear and Mra MeClame 6.
Visiting optometrist Mr TV Role, fellow Bri fet Optical Association, London, will attend Char Sankey Fraser’s practice at 648 Ascentres, Behe fame and Toowoomba. He will be at Charleville from 1 pm on Thursday and promises careful eye care during February.
A shaky transcript shows Corenes and council members debating hospital furniture and beds for St Chaderilie. Costs cited include 40 beds, ward revamps, and potential government funding, with ratepayers already taxed and concerns over long term financial exposure.
Delegates welcomed local authorities at the Southwestern Local Authorities' Development Association conference in Erie Town. Leaders praised cooperation and foresaw stronger regional work to benefit shires, towns, and utilities, with plans for joint projects across the Southwest.
The notice outlines holiday arrangements for a local event on May 1st. The Post Office will operate for a limited window from 9 am to 1 pm, with closures at 2:00 am and related service adjustments.
South wart era officials meet in Town Council chambers to review May matters and push for road and railway projects. Delegates including Cr Wade Cr Ryan and Cr Lavenee urge faster funding for principal routes, warn against delaying transport improvements, and debate the Local Government Act amendments and temporary loans.
An obituary-like reminiscence recounts the life of A C Cameron, detailing his emigration to Australia, service in the 7th Light Dragoons Queen's Own, his presence in Sydney and Forbes, as well as his religious involvement and charitable works. It notes his November 1 birth and November 3 death, and describes a large funeral attended by Masonic members and local notables, praising his kindness and public spirit.
Fragmentary weather note reports Charleville temperatures near 116 degrees with wind shifts and uneasy conditions. The text outlines expected postal service dates and tentative reopening details, mentioning days of week and dates for mail delivery and post office operations.
Fragmented OCR notes show a donations drive with references to patriotic appeal and several individuals or groups. Names and terms are garbled, but the emphasis is on contributions, a beneficiary list, and a call to support a national program.
A disrupted service event affects multiple streets including Kine Street Allvod Street and Kilwarit Street. The notice lists affected paths from Frome River Street to Well Sitrwet and Ware Hirewt to Well Sitrwet with unspecified restoration timing. Public utilities urged households to conserve water where possible.
Fragmentary OCR shows a public notice discussion of water restrictions and related enforcement. Names and places are garbled, but references indicate government action, dates, and anticipated publication of further details within weeks. The piece mirrors a local paper’s informal update on municipal resource controls and upcoming reports.
The report notes Teftand and F Terk accused in a theft case linked to charges of stealing items valued at ten pounds. Vincent Alphomane Ererer Sut reportedly faced related penalties. Proceedings included appearance of Mr SFL W. Sand for the defense and details from Palm Rae Beddom Sundey.
Fragmentary OCR notes record a congratulatory item mentioning Langlo Congratelations and individuals Patrick Pack and Seti Doet, with unclear references to a pass and a return to Nowlin. The readable facts are sparse. no clear date, place, or event is established.
The Morven district reports strains at the Morven Tirsh Nursing centre under Sister Boyes with care by MV and Detrom and Sister Berd. Several residents and staff are affected as disease and transport issues limit operations. Cattle losses and illness elsewhere compound the hardship for the community.
A fatal two vehicle collision near Thargemindah left several family members dead or injured. Relatives Lorraine, Merle, and Williamon were among those affected as a lorry struck during a routine drive by the river, with victims reported at the scene and authorities investigating the sequence of events.
A fragment notes a local conversation about a subject at a public event. Names and places are unclear, but the brief item references an author figure and a community meeting.
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