Reform debate and Speaker election loom in parliament
Fragmented transcript describes tense discussions over Speaker selection and party reform. Mentions opposition fear, potential cross party support, and comments by Mr. Bresipgen and Mr. Hrossingtom on duties and impartiality. Also notes Dunstan’s acknowledgment and Bundaberg member Alec Beem Feihe’s forthright stance.
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The
Trent
Peel Memeire
Mir
Fin
Hrossingtom
Nikaeinee Ag
Ae Dunstan
Rermart R. Aeshon
Bundaserg
Wwe
Menon
Sparkes
Wir
McCathie
Lebour
T Rasey
Rail Link Tenders Readied for Brisbane Rail Route
Tenders have been received for preliminary work on a proposed rail link between Y Dirseetngtam and the Cuatlicke coast, with details outlining a route and contesting parties. Officials aim to advance construction plans, pending review of bids and funding arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Dewaon
Callide Drivers Struggle On South Market Run
Trucker hardships tied to Callide coal boom are worsening as drivers report ruined finances and repossessions. One Dalby worker, Rey Miller, notes drivers losing everything with many behind on truck payments while demand from southern markets falters and old contracts crumble.
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Diedstone
Callide
Trueler
Rey Miller
Dalby
Gladauipe
Iflver
Brinbene
Rise in cost of living after war in Brisbane area
Government bulletin reports clothing prices up about 10 percent above pre war levels and food and grocery prices 6 percent higher. Townsville, Bundaberg and Warwick remain dearer than Wickbase with increases in June quarter for telender goods. Sheep prices higher in Townsville while Brisbane costs rise due to dearer supplies and logistics.
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Minane
Abe
Brisbane
Salemp Bembt
Toowoomba
Methhaenpl
Townsville
Bandaberg
Warwich
Dumbe
Warwick
Bigheuk Townsville
Warwi
Warning on Weedicides and lethal poisoning risks
A notice cites warnings from health authorities about weedicide preparations containing phosphorus compounds such as parathion. It notes potential fatal outcomes from eye exposure or inhalation, referencing Dr Donald Mutter and international experts.
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Dr. Page
Tale Page
Wational Health and Medijcal Revearch Council
Donald Mutter
England
Australia
Whale meat seen as rival to beef in Australia
Sydney August 1 whale meat may soon rival beef on the Australian market, per Mr RR Bird of Brisbane who just returned from New Zealand with a business deal involving a New Zealand firm. He urged careful, preferably medical, slaughter to ensure safe meat quality.
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Sydney
RR. Bird
Brisbane
New Zealand
Search For Widow Sydney Widow Found Murdered
Police plan a search near Narraberrba for the body of year old widow Mrs Ptytley Mary Page believed murdered and buried in the Narraburbe district near Eden. She left her Blacktown home in February with a man and was last seen at a camping ground in Narraburbe. A man named Char as is held on remand in Long Bay on related charges. Authorities expect to search about three feet six inches deep for clues as the case unfolds.
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Sydney
Narraberba
Ptytley Mary Page
Chari
Long Bay
Geol
Page Om
Eden
Sidmohg Bond
Peek & Lebout
Taipan Attack Leads to Poison Retrieval Experiment
An incident in a locked room ends with Mr Fleey and staff subduing a taipan using a chemical antidote and a rubber sheet. The snake was milked of venom for laboratory study, while investigators planned further testing and disposal under museum guidance.
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Mr. Fleey
Vleay
Bomwell
Ater
Morgan
Cairne Maccin
J. GO. Brooks
Malbourne Museum
W. T. W. Prescott
Prescott
Machinery Needed For Road Work
In Brisbane on August 1, officials cited money and equipment shortages as major hurdles for Queensland road building. The Roads Commissioner, Mr D A Crawford, stated federal support had been insufficient to meet demand, and old methods hinder progress as rural roads deteriorate without proper gear and maintenance.
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Brisbane
Queensland
D. A. Crawford
Eerie
Jammer
Wiyy
Piano Tender Push Moves Through Local Meeting
Representatives of musical groups met to decide on purchasing a piano. Public tenders were invited as the committee aimed to expedite delivery and garner support. Trustees were appointed including Ald Tanner and Mr Comans, with others invited to join and contribute. A push appeal under the Mayor’s banner was planned for early date.
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Ovanell
Maryborough
Ager
Ald
C. Tanner Ipte
Aiden
Meare G
Mren
Vo Deggrand
Tireag
Urerr
How
Toit
G Bow
Sna
Axcleen
N. Very
Herbert
Mieet M. Hulett
S Johnston
W. Leslie
Tanner
Mr. Comans
Bechenem
Wright
Tiwan
Seamen Delay Vital Goods and Port Services
The text reports seamen delaying vital goods and a dispute involving Reed-bound cargo and chip owners challenging awards. A compulsory conference with State Commissioner E J Kile Patrick failed to produce a settlement, with McCarthy and the Scrath Coagh Stem Navigation Company involved. Seamen refuse to report for Wyralla and Benstie Mir, leading to enforcement threats and night-time patrols. The Manly ferry South Steyer in Sydney gained radar, raising questions about keeping service open in dense fog.
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Wey
Lalal
E J Kilepatrick
Ho J McCarthy
Scrath Coagh Stem Navigations Company
Aly
Wyralla
Benstie Mir
McCarthy
Letour
Met
Isken
Borne
Sydney
Manly
South Steyer
Plans for Jubilee in Queensland 1951 outlined
Brisbane August reports Premier outlined preliminary steps for Commonwealth Jubilee celebrations in 1951. He urged unity across states, proposed Youth Week events, and a joint program with government and sporting bodies. A national ceremony and a ceremoniable planting were discussed, with hopes to include Navy, Army and Air Force participation in major centers.
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Brisbane
Querteland
Pune
Anwar Tay
Mie
Ahiveraary
Tepening
Pererall
Acai Gover
Anne Eerie
Piha
Uityt Lee
Atv eLearn
Anwar Lara
Mity
Navy
Arm
Air
Tea grown here for 4 shillings a pound
A local report describes experimental British tea production at the Joba lone Agriculture Experimental Staten with harvests in summer. Mr T firsham, officer in charge, notes indoor planting and fermenting trials may cut costs and rely on seasonal workers from North Queensland if successful. Experts warn of uncertainties but potential for cheaper tea if demonstrated.
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Cateng
Amatrasian Grewn
Jobalone Agriculture Experimental Staten
T. Firsham
Cwin
Tully
Graber
Fabedia
North Queenslan
Alan
Rane Cullern
Mir Graham
League Manager Still Squealing in Auckland Riot of Words
Auckland August 1. Cenrge Obdruye, one of the managers for the Endlich Rigby League team, lamented the arrangements in Querndand as rotten. He said New Bathy Vale and New Beaton face poor excuses after Eigghamd's defeat on the fires Test and urged better play here in Australia.
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Auckland
Endlich Rigby
Aucklancers
Fem
Bauthy Vale
New Beaton
Australia
Ommare
Zealand
Urain
Australism
Marlborough Sailing Club Annual Meeting Highlights
The Marlborough Sailing Club held its annual meeting chaired by President C Wertert. Attendees included two members and three executive officers. A summary of the club’s sailing season and new boathouse plans was reviewed. full report to appear in Chronicle.
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Marlborough
Moe
Milnomm Caaite
C Wertert
Toteview
The
Chronicle
Mercy voyage disputes split crew on Anns Salen charter
Crew members claim the Anns Salen, chartered to International Relief, should abandon the 1900 refugees voyage bound for Europe after tensions rise in Korean waters. They accuse ship officers of mismanagement as three crew reprentatives met with Mr. Bird to demand halt amid plans to take the vessel to Martin.
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Anns Salen
Graaniaation
Thane
China
Europe
Ruslia
New Zealand
Mr. Bird
Merteln
Netton Hie
von Sehewen
Ahi
Martin
Arti Vheey
Georanii
Wenald
Seaman Guilty of Desertion in North Anglia Trial
In Mackay a court found a sailor guilty of desertion after a morning hearing. The accused pleaded not guilty. evidence showed failure to return to duty aboard a ship amid poor conditions. The magistrate adjourned the case as other crew members face similar charges.
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MacKay
Irelytter
North Anglia
David ‘Senith
Aga “4 Shipping Company
Sindth
Kell
Morain
Assistance for Cotton Industry Policy Discussion
Mr Bob Corser of MAR received a reply from the Common Minister for Commerce and Agriculture, J Mrc. Ewan, about continued support for the cotton industry. The minister indicated a final decision on the entente policy would be soon. Government officials from the Benier Moers and the Department of Trade and Stork planned a Canberra conference within a day to discuss the request, with the outcome to be announced after the meeting.
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Bob Corser
Mary
J Mrc
Ewan
Willy le Ae
Noel Mitvieler
Ap Maniteeal Waperete
Benier Moers
Hie
Bon ‘Chuneezmial Ape
Stork
Canberra
Wil
End of Evidence in Wage Case Hears 80 Witnesses
Melbourne August tribunal ends evidence in wage case after 112 days of hearings. The Arbitration Court heard about 80 witnesses since May last year. After addresses by volunteers the court will reserve judgment in about ely days.
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Melbourne
Arbitration Court
Young Girl Injured by Car in City Crash
A V-year-old girl Beverley Mre residing at the corner of Fort and Wir street was injured when a motor car driven by Mr. Alane Negus struck near Letines ong Walker streets at 5 30 pm yesterday. She was removed to General Hospital by ambulance. Medical exam showed a head concussion.
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Beverley Mre
Fort
Wi F
Alane Negus
Moreton
Letines
Walker
Mi New
Ambulanes
Bomb Is Not The Answer Amid Global Tensions
Sir Keith Murdoch arrives in Sydney after four months abroad discussing how to counter Soviet gains. He argues Britain and America must mobilize heavy armament to deter war and stresses that pacifist efforts hinder progress for the United Nations and Allied aims.
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Russia
Kemi
Keli Murdoch
Courier- Mall
Sydney
Mjormic Bonis
Keith
Hume
Australia
Britain
Nalions
Phutayansi
Murdoch warns of limited war risk in Korea study
Sir Keith Murdoch cautions Britain and the United Kingdom against heavy commitments in Korea and Western Europe, arguing that a strong armoured force and credible threat are needed to deter a wider war. He condemns futile ventures and urges careful balance between strength and resolve. The Korea disclosures are harsh, highlighting dangers of underprepared action and potential domestic consequences.
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Keith Murioch
Britain
Europe
Rueda
Akilfot
Job van
Munro to ride Anthelion in Sydney race
In Sydney on August 4 Munro will ride Anthelion in the St. George Cup meeting. The selection follows speculation on earlier mounts and Munro’s recent form, with Anthelion seen as a serious title contender if conditions suit.
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Sydney
Asmat
Munir
Jemat
Hewetill Nest
Lown
Munro
W Cook
Anthelion
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