Munitions orders for Queensland shells awaiting production start
A chaotic report notes a large shell contract valued around £509,000 for Queensland and mentions urgent munitions work. It cites planned local manufacture, anticipated production around March, and involvement of the defense pact, with timelines and suppliers referenced in a brittle, error-filled transcript.
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Brimane
Thurs
Merxist
Ghieensanal
Wulllion Ath
Shelby, Uibor
Teed
Maltway
Pewich
Wwe
Uae
Abedal-Mauhif
Uberte
Toowoomta Poundry Go
City Nine
Tunwoomnoe
Mammoth Casket Prize dispute involving Clausen and Zimmerle
A convoluted 1880s style dispute centers on prize winnings from a Mammoth Casket Exhibition. Key figures include Clarien, Clausen, Zimmerle, and Zummerle, with claims over shares, payments, and alleged mis accounting across Toowoomba and Queenstown areas. The case involves loans, repayments, and an eventual adjournment in court proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Srubane
Thurday
Srethe
ManiNeki
Shypreuge
Willem Crore Zumeerie
Uleher
Norman Park
Ea Setion Agaiet Doruines
Clayman, Aptnater
Teownomba
EKO
EI Golken
Queensland
Zimmerle
Em Claussen
Uckel
Rimmerle
WEG
Ate Clausen
Geachim Claussen
Zimrmerie
Mise
Joachim Clausen
Tmy & EL Balumons
Cosmet Teker
Queenstand
Tyustens Ltd
Dales Clauiney
Zum
Bir
Sare
Mie Claumen
Zimmurta
Pinmuerie
Tatore Ausuat
Bimmerie
Indor
Abe
Mien Clausen
Uret Lauen
Bummerle
Ales Claussen
Ble
New Tobacco Prices From To-day Prompt Prices Change
Canberra reports new duties on tobacco products effective immediately. The Federal Prices Commission plans to adjust cigarette and chewing tobacco prices, with cigarettes set at 10d per unit or 10 for 1s, and higher priced cigars and other items also to reflect the tax changes. The measure aims to curb consumption while raising revenue, with packets priced accordingly at the point of sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Empr
Bnuvinens
Eatra
Clparsiten
Lium Af Bo
Arco
Atv Ods
Yabacras
Plans Away Hitler Anxious About Britain's Growing Strength
London reports warn that Hitler fears Britain’s increasing power and German hopes to deter Western action. The piece discusses Allied and German moves, signals of impending actions, and the likelihood of a strategic push before Britain and Greece react to rising tensions.
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Hitler
Britain
New Speed Limits Apply Across Queensland
Queensland announces Thursday changes to speed limits in built up areas and on all roads. Police will act against drivers under the new rules when found in dangerous driving situations. The program covers urban streets and intercity routes with specific limits posted on local roads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Actus Uelimals
Autalde Atehe
Hmut
Sry
Dager Iriving
Topard
Queensland
Pny Road
Ayrtem Street
Uehling
Budget compromise division in Labour cuts pressure on government
A chaotic budget session reports Labour factions pushing for immediate resignation and a general election. Members clash over tax and wage policies while ministers face demands to sustain a functioning Parliament.
No Record yet Necessary UF Car Numbers On Ration Tickets
Brisbane dispatch reports confusion over ration ticket car numbers with no record of change. Officials state no preparation or speculation expected for next steps as shelves face delays.
Australia forms RAAF committee of medical specialists
Canberra announced a panel of medical experts to advise the Royal Australian Air Force on medical problems affecting personnel. The group includes T. E. Murwy as chair, professors from Sydney, Melbourne, and university medical schools, and other leading researchers. An AAP medical division will act as secretary, with routine liaison to keep the committee informed on UK research progress.
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Gilber
London
Werneday
Athens
Athalume
Argsrokdsiron
Nienroy
Dda
Lake Davidsko
Garanda
Awa
Alearu
Aur
Andy
Albania
Wallath
Talian
Tirana
Tformetion
Vpdio
Tiallan
Moone
Derkntion
Corfu
Thad
Ialand
Guddany
Brindisi
Carta
Tou
Irene
Urtenet
Burand
Areytor Aeastron
Tay Fu Air
Mower
Air Canunodoye
T. E. Murwy
Metical Services Aap
Marok
Flaite( Dew
University of Byaney
Derrid Riverschalman
Cormangeau Bureau of Belatitient Industrial Resear
Drv
ML. Cumpwtan
Hebaidonal ‘Aun
National Medical Research Council
C H. Kellaway
Walter
McEwen
Sammie
AAP
RAS
United Kingdom
RAAF
Erwiony
Healy
Ausalla
Toowoomba Transport Board Denies Christmas Day Vehicle Runs
A Toowoomba Transport Board meeting discussed Christmas Day transport, finding that proprietors of trips would not be allowed to operate on Christman Day without permits. The board noted a permit fee of four for each Sunday trip and considered cancelling the fee, amid concerns over rusty equipment and ongoing Sunday services for local passengers.
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Toowoomba
W. G. Welty
Teewoombe
Buriag Toonight
Auacd
Christinay Bay
Ilice
Piebere
Pmatogynund
Christina Eye
Hnd
Transport Board
Bbureau
Ube
Déail
Chinese Preparations for Major Counteroffensive Reported
Hong Kong dispatch says China’s high command feverishly readies a large scale central counteroffensive next week. More than 500 ships reportedly diverted from America to rush military supplies to northern and southern fronts. Efforts focus on arming Chinese forces in key regions with substantial war materials.
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Hong Kong
the Chimie Prom
Ialse Chingse
America
Dispute At Brisbane Abattoir Sparks Work Standstill
Reported at Brisbane abattoir on Thursday as about many workers ceased operations. Supervisors faced alleged intimidation during a strike over dispute methods. Management opened talks to investigate the complaint and efforts to evacuate sections were discussed amid a tense standstill.
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Brisbane
Lutley
Axis Powers face oil supply deterioration in war effort
In a long statement still reflecting wartime strain, Dalton warns oil imports for Axis forces are shrinking as Allied control of the Danube and Eastern Mediterranean tightens. He notes Romania’s oil exports blocked by transport issues and road bans, predicting months of hardship and strategic bottlenecks before decisive relief.
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Mediterana
Dalton
North Amerea
Britain
Asis
Romania
Germany
Danube
Settlement Talks Reach Muddled Bangkok Peace Effort
A distorted message from Bangkok hints that intermediaries may seek a peace path with Thai authorities. French officials say reprisals linked to attacks have been halted to allow diplomacy, while communications between major powers are limited to cable by Singapore. Reports note rising disturbances in western Cochin China and a deadly crackdown leaving twenty native police officers dead in the north.
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New York
Bangkok
Hawt Tule Char
Raprisale
Shanqrat
Ndo- Chvind
Mdo-Ghine
Thailand
Singapore
Jananese
Hunai
Anole
Cochin
China
Hanoi
Minesweeper Inquiry in Melbourne Lights Seen Before Incident
An inquiry in Melbourne examined sightings of lights on a minesweeper near Point Lonsdale before a blaze occurred. Witnesses described flashes and a lighted search, but no conclusive evidence pinned the vessel to the incident. The hearing adjourned without a verdict and awaits further testimony.
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Melbourne
P Serine
Xigmulman
Point Lonsdale
Tipht
We Hyer
Peace Ndt
Remachined Tested Seeds and Mysterious Notes
A fragmentary news item references remachined tested seeds and cryptic phrases alongside a contact line for BOWDLER LOOWOOMBA with a phone number. The text includes scattered terms such as Siberian and White Pertoun and appears as damaged OCR with unclear context.
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Ipswich
Mammoth Casket Prize
Nagi Press
Weilawailay
Wien
Ulier
Anaione
Rita
West
Yo Si Witler
Mmmlsey
Emee
Greece
Labor
Sesson
Shus Mara
Feyard Ilex
Cesson
Curtin
Pedera
Cubinet
Lar
Manslee
Labour
Wits
Tectarx
Wales
Steiboure
de ‘Einer
Ryan Uap
Ward
Reagan
Cuyprun
Oraur
al Voles
Atte Uel Tard
Px Willis
Permeti
Permaad
Ourselven
United Press
Indicta Mursolint
Musso
R.A.A.F
Brisbane Abattoir
Amessape
Binigay
Mie
Argyraiane
Arctor
Drohn
Vaniete
Argyrakastron
Thasuiy
Migsus
Tricia
Mullan
Alice
Axis Powers
Bari
Italy
Tonron
Ayam Fialton
We-aay
Germaine Hays
Atwayn
Hialy
Ht Wolds
Crransport
wiMenties
Runaia
Indo-China Dispute
Minesweeper Inquiry
Siberian
Bowdler
Maddin CU
Barnes’ Building
King Street
Eure Axe Oy
Ee Est
Pontain
A.C.F
Stock Licks
A.C.F. & Shirleys
Little
Roma Street
AOCM
Warwich
Alesson
Chead Tea- FM
Saving
Lee Eee
Bushells
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