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Maryborough Chronicle

Location

Maryborough, Queensland, Australia

Date

Aug 26, 1949

Page

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Freed Leaders to Face Tribunal in Old Strike Dispute

FREED leaders to face tribunal today as coal miners re submit demands after seven week strike. Mr Gallagher to resume hearings on long service leave wage rise and 35 hour week for coal workers. Central Executive meets post release to press arbitration path.

Rip BA Emer Askribunal F. Gallagher Gallagher Miners’ Federation Central Executive Williams R. W. Parkinson G. W. 5. Gramt

Result Smash Involving Car On Footpath Shocks Community

A chaotic accident on a footpath left bystanders alarmed as a car struck pedestrians. Details are unclear but witnesses report distress and concern over injuries and safety.

Expected Meat Men Ballot Defeat Reveals Leadership Change

A damaged notice reports results from a ballot among Industry Employees where former social leaders and the secretary positions faced defeat. Mir. Meuse is noted as the likely winner, with uncertainty remaining about other roles and the overall leadership shift.

Social of Industry

The Axe Falls in Britain

August 25. London reports government wide cuts in spending with at least a five percent reduction. Treasury warnings signal departments face hard targets before next year’s budget, though details are used.

London Reuter’s Ecma

Three Summonses Filed Against Airways Pilot

Three summonses alleging breaches of air navigation regulations have been laid by the Commonwealth against the pilot of Gaines Airways Dakols who recently took off from Darwin for Sydney against orders. Kenneth Clintory Dudley Lockyer of O Comerwell Street Sydney is named in the allegations. The charges include flying within Australian territory without a weight plan approved by Air Traffic Control and detaining the crew.

Airways Pilot Sydney Commonwealth Gaines Airways Dakols Darwin Kenneth Clintory Dudley Lockyer Ocomwell Street Lockyer Hed Hoven

Miners Demand Wage Rise and Adjournment of Hearing

The Miners Executive meets with Gallagher and calls for adjournment of the 35 hour week claim hearing. Leaders plan to submit wage increase proposals and re-list claims for immediate hearing while praising workers and criticizing area committees dominated by Communist groups.

Gallagher Ciallagnear Lee Uirguani

Pension Put Police on Wharves in Court Battle

The Police Union led by Mr. H. Talty argued before the court over pension and extra pay for officers on duty extended hours from evening into morning and double time for holidays. The court heard about pension practices, with figures showing pension levels for retired Quernel and related comparisons to Victoria and Western Australia. Mr. Fraser explained current rules, noting outstanding claims from October, with the union seeking further awards beyond the already granted wage increases and penalties.

Victoria Bierdan Fraser Tulty Cmurt Peries Claire Mac Byen

Atlantic Pact Now Operative Presses Global Alliance

Washington Aug 13 The defence alliance went into force today marking a historic moment as President Truman signs proclamation declaring the treaty in effect For Western European members the United States plans surplus arms and cash support to bolster defense and freedom from aggression The move reflects efforts to establish a united front in the North Atlantic community and safeguard peace worldwide

Washington Tommen Defence Alliance Vroman Unite Erte Truman Lyritle Sunate Foreign Armed Services Committees Arma United States

Cannery plan in North Queensland faces delays

A meeting in Nerth Queens land decided to push forward a cannery project aiming at canning vegetables for export. Growers sought government assistance to secure capital and a site, urging the minister for defense to approve rebirth of farm produce ventures. The group pressed for state support and a subsidy to cover rental and setup costs while the development league lobbied officials.

Phate Queensland Sith Ubey Tellowet Nearth Queensland Development League Curtis Wa T. Bawrer Townsville Australia North Defence Dedman North Queensland Development League North Queensland

More Land Required For Peak Downs Plan

Land expansion for Peak Downs project continues amid government push in Brisbane. Officials say additional parcels needed to advance construction while addressing environmental and community concerns. Local stakeholders seek clarity on timelines and compensation.

Coal Strike Conference Moves to Split Labour

A Labour Party claim alleges a Sunday conference on the coal strike was designed to split the party. The Paddington ALP branch reportedly issued a circular to arrange the meeting, drawing opposition from the ALP State Executive and prompting warnings about factional actions within the labor movement.

Toney Labour Party Paddington A.L.P Berguson Pawthlinietin Oraren Geman

But who will look after the cows in Sydney

A garbled report from Sydney discusses farmer concerns and a secret ballot on direct action. It notes division within the Felmary Producers and a move toward arbitration. The union submits a regulation to work registration and awaits federal review.

Sydney Awgad Brut Shily Felmary Ratimbert Lin New G1000 Awaralee Mel Decidhem Argafinalion

Lismore Cup Won by Mortar Soviets and Armor

Disjointed report notes a victory by Mortar Soviets in the Lismore Cup amid references to Soviet power, postwar diplomacy, and Eastern European security. Mentions of conferences, fortifications, and tensions with Western forces appear amid scattered names and dates.

Owner and Trainer Disqualified in Callaghan Park Case

An inquiry found owner, trainer, and mare disqualified after a race at Callaghan Park. The document names CBS Smee and other parties as involved while detailing the sanction and resulting ineligibility for future competition.

Wants Place Bets Allowed Again

Fragmentary text appears to reference bets and wagering but is garbled. No clear events, dates, or proper names are readable to establish a factual news item. Existing readable words suggest discussion of betting rules or a betting venue, but concrete details are unavailable.

Home Shortage Fueled by Strike Dispute

Amid a strike, housing shortage worsens as construction slows and new homes lag. Officials cite limited supply, rising costs, and delayed projects. Families struggle to find affordable rentals while developers push for quicker permits and relief measures.

Loyalty pledges to Tito in Belgrade amid Balkan cold war

The Associated Press reports Tito received loyalty pledges today from three elite Yugoslav units as the Balkans cold war with Czechoslovakia and the Soviet bloc appeared to warm. High officials and soldiers publicly affirmed support as regional tensions shifted.

Elgrade Associated Press Marshal Tito Balkans Yugoslavia Ceminform

Striped Cycling Race Heads to Diver Peliday

The event, titled Strict Rules for Big Cycling Race, draws international riders. Competitors from Australia and Japan prepare as officials implement tight regulations and safety measures.

Rationing Set as Temporary War Measure

Fragmentary OCR text references temporary rationing tied to wartime measures. Names and places are unclear, but the context suggests authorities considering short term limits on scarce goods to stabilize supplies during a crisis.

Go North Young Man Slogan Amid Confused Text

Fragmentary OCR passage presents a jumble of phrases about slogans, poetry, and political commentary. It references a “Go North Young Man” slogan, then drifts through tangled names, places, and events with unclear connections and numerous errors.

Sugar Agreement Extended for One Year

An extended sugar agreement covers an additional year starting August 3, withAustralian and other parties named in the text. The document outlines continued pricing and supply terms, maintaining current duties and obligations for all signatories under the renewed pact.

Freedom League Grows and Leaders Shine

The article notes growing movement with leaders Bhushan and Lain Mew Coh guiding efforts. It highlights Helbgive and Neagle as supporters shaping activities. The piece mentions local groups, meetings, and plans to expand outreach during the spring season.

Bhushan Annuel Dann

Fight Over Sign On in Queensland Miners Dispute

August 25 in Risbane reports the Queensland Colliery Employees Union backing the State Coal Reference Board decision. Mineowners will waive the sign on condition but miners must re apply for engagement, with unclear details lingering over next steps.

Risbane Queensland Colliery Employees’ Union Wilhlight State Coal Reference Board Queensland Coal Miners J. Murray

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