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Newspaper

Maryborough Chronicle

Location

Maryborough, Queensland, Australia

Date

May 06, 1948

Page

5

Centaur Appeal to Honour All Nurses in Maryborough Meeting

A public meeting in the Coucil Chambers supported the Centaur nurses appeal to honour all nurses, promoting a Maryborough candidate. Attendance was low until the arrival of the candidate and 15 nurse friends, with plans for Brisbane events and nursing education incentives.

Centaur Appeal Coucil Marybrough Cone McDowell Maryborough Bisa Anc Benerat Hospital al Rhip Centaur Buna Brisbane Norees Ald AO

Tour of Queensland Planned by Minister Amisane

The minister outlines a planned statewide tour to promote regional development across Queensland. He will visit towns including Caboolture Mareeba Mutlip, Mimbulah, Herberton and Rockhampton to discuss industrial future, with emphasis on rural prospects and local co operation.

Amisane Poles Wedinestian Calne Binierkappilabet Dave Mercs Aise Burdekin Marth Gracie Industelti Diiscussio Foley Cab Mareeba Gorrvet Ray Herberton

Drunken Driving and Penalties Raise in Victoria

Melbourne May 5. Debate over drink and driving rules prompts talk of three month jail terms for a second offense. A government minister told a deputation from Melbourne road transport that new measures under the pavement act are being considered to curb dangerous driving.

Melbourne Victoria Secon Dholeshyy Vertog Groverarmynt

Power Struggle Delays State Referendum in Victoria

In Melbourne Labour stalemate tactics push back the legislative timetable. The government invoked guillotine powers to push welfare measures, but a fatal delay stalls the slate of rent reforms and the referendum until later sessions as opposition delays continue.

Melbourne Latour Ronewalle Howe Legislative Assembly Hefner

Visit to Jagan Sparks Multinational Political Fray

A mangled report describes a possible Canadian visit by a coalition group of reformers and party representatives aimed at quelling unrest. The piece mentions the Prime Minister flying, a regional context, and an informal decision affecting a regional configuration.

Mining to start at Gympie in new International Minerals plan

Sydney May 5 Re opening of the Gympie Queensland goldfield is planned by International Minerals Ltd registered in Sydney with 1 500 000 capital in 6 000 000 shares One sponsor W J Beckett said a July geological survey would be made The company aims to develop Australia’s mining industry and to place many shares in the United States Director H W Chadbourne of Noranda Mines Ltd may join Beckett Also Beckett asked Prime Minister Chifley about paying dividends in dollars.

Sydney Gympie 4 International Minerals Ltd W. J. Beckett Australia United States H. W. Chadbourne Noranda Mines Ltd Beckett Chifley

Baby fatally struck by taxi near Brisbane tent

A 16 month old girl was run over by a taxi beside her blind parents near a Rocklea tent in Brisbane. The tragedy occurred as the family stood close by, with authorities naming the incident a fatal accident.

Brisbane Rocklea Sir Wat Beverley Stet Allied Mine Beth Wea Jae Weyer Heruip Lee Feu

Crew Warned Not To Go Ashore In Russian Ports

May reports indicate sailors warned against landing in Russian ports amid tensions. Multiple crew members reportedly faced restrictions and guidance from ship authorities to avoid shore leave and contact with local civilians while in port.

Winter Relief on May 28 Event Summary

Winter relief activities are planned for May 28 with multiple speakers and community groups listed. The event will feature poetry readings and local performances, aiming to gather volunteers and raise funds.

Fragmented OCR Note From Unknown Source

The readable text is garbled with letters and partial phrases. It mentions an Armrest, fame, and a person or event but no clear names, places, dates, or outcomes to summarize meaningfully. The fragment lacks cohesive facts to produce a proper news item.

Maryborough inaugurates municipal bus service

Maryborough’s privately run bus system became a municipal undertaking amid council praise. Aldermen lauded mechanics and staff for overcoming initial difficulties, with Mayor Dowell presiding as notes on electricity restrictions and labor allocations followed extensive remarks from officials and the Acting Director of the Loves! government.

Sotertagseertia Bag Maryborough Ald. Dowell Iota Wi Hunn W. Bex Aid PD Christensen Cvunello Qhuinin Jeter Klk Wuald Liberte Gabe Wolker Otter

Carpenters Hold Rowdy Meeting Amid Labor Dispute

An unruly May meeting heard scuffles and strong language as carpenters clashed with union critics. Speakers claimed suppression by state management and called for action against the company’s handling of deviations, with several attendees cited for possible legal consequences.

Match Against Yorkshire Delayed In Cloudy Conditions

The weather turned cloudy and cold as Yorkshire and Mu starkada prepared to play. The old wicket showed wear, and the match was set to resume later with Yorkshire leading before rain delayed play and a mid session draw potential.

Greem Yorkshire Mustrada Tolladen Ieee Ferd Town Hall Fawn Clench Perani Ty Masei Spader Carriithon Sebo uMlee Pephoreu Ely Burton

Solid coal mass at Blair Athol

Amisbane May 1 A world mass of real coal sixty feet long ten feet wide and six feet high containing sixty tons is reported to be measured at Blair Athol within the amounts the present harden aber ois now being...

Amisbane Miai Athel Ie Ments Oma

Logging Dispute To Be Probed

A logging dispute will be probed by authorities following reported tensions between workers and management. No further details on locations or involved parties are provided in the fragmentary text.

Year's gaol for assaulting wife

A court heard a man threaten his wife and assault her at Rushcutter Bay park, punching and injuring her. The accused claimed the incident followed drink and influence. The woman described being struck and threatened in a public place near Moret Wier. The case concerns domestic violence and was pursued by police with the defendant denying culpability.

Avidney George Mere Rushcutter Bay Park Ye Park

Menzi es Cheed at Rockhampton

Menzies spoke at Rockhampton addressing the Opposition Venpiee about the referenda. He warned voters that the government faced central control and warned against the theme of tyranny as he urged banking and policy changes.

Rockhampton Etkoph

No More Football at Davies Park Action Ends

Fragmented local notice reports Davies Park halting football and rugby activities. It notes councils and committees discussing closures, a lost season timetable, and potential reopening conditions, with unclear dates and names due to damaged text.

Davies Park

Unclear text fragment points to financial note

The readable content shows fragmented lines about Brisbane ratings and a string of garbled phrases. no coherent events, dates, or entities emerge to form a factual item with identifiable people or organizations. The readable portions lack a discernible news angle.

Tribute to New Viceroy Landers at Ceremony

Fragmented OCR text shows a tribute to a new viceroy named Landers and an event at a place resembling Houde. The passage references a ceremony, winders and a tense atmosphere with mentions of pipes and a pole, but legible specifics are minimal.

Landers Anary Winmpuy Houde

Sheep's Tooth Starts Gold Rush In Africa

SEW YORK May 3 The Capetown correspondent reports a sheep's head idea arousing prospectors as a rumor of gold veins spreads near Veberg. A local prospector, Jehaneeibure, heads toward Vaecberg hoping to claim pennyweight finds.

Africa York Ameren Aveisieg Capetown Vevberg Dietring Alrikman Jehaneeibure Prospector Vaecberg

Moore's Mount in Briscup Waits for Brisbane Cup Ride

J Thampeen rode Moore's Mount in a Brisbane Cup preview at Southport where persistent rain and unsettled conditions disrupted plans. Postrace chatter suggested rival owners and riders weighed options as Thampeen eyed a possible ride, while trainers debated tactics and calendar commitments for the looming Brisbane feature.

Titorat J. Thampeen Sydery Thampeen Psemnent Gutoud Permnatien Maria Othe O'Shea Cartier Milan Maine Southport

Price of Beef Up From Today

The Repely Perlis Commission to-day found increases in beef prices effective tomorrow for eleven days. Higher wages for employees are expected, with several beef cuts rising including rib cuts, sirloin, brisket, porterhouse, and round, while some items remain unchanged.

Arisane Perlis Commission Linubwey

Dead Airman Parents Sought Amid Fractured Text

Fragmentary OCR notes mention parents seeking information about a deceased airman amid garbled phrases and unclear context. No clear names, locations, or dates are readable to identify the person or event.

Retirement scheme for defence forces summary unclear

Fragmentary OCR text references a retirement scheme for defence forces with garbled names and phrases. No clear events, people, or organizations are identifiable to form a precise, sourced summary.

Oil Search at Rolleston Brisbane Key to Permian Prospect

Reported exploration near Rolleston and Brisbane describes a focussed search for oil with preliminary seismic surveys and drill site preparations. Researchers and firms referenced include local operators and geology teams assessing Permian basin potential amid uncertain yields and regulatory steps.

Aid for Schools Sparking Belgium Debate

A fragmented report notes a policy push in Belgium over school funding and aid programs. Officials discuss financing, distribution, and potential impact on students and municipalities amid political debate and possible reforms.

Belgium

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