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  2. NEW POLICY.

    "The dying thought of the men in the lost R101 was, no doubt, that they were giving their lives for a great adventure."—Sir John Simon, ... [ILLUSTRATED]

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  3. FAMOUS PIANIST ON THE AIR.

    Mr. Mark Hambourg, the famous Russian pianist, replying to the welcome extended him by a gathering of prominent Brisbane citizens at station 4BC last evening. ... [ILLUSTRATED]

    Article : 31 words
  4. ARMY SERVICE CORPS' DANCE.

    The gathering at Kelvin Grove drill hall last evening on the occasion of the first dance arranged by the social committee of the Australian Army Service Corps. ... [ILLUSTRATED]

    Article : 32 words
  5. RUGBY LEAGUE TEAM.

    Sir,—Realising the value of space in your columns, but at the same time mindful of the liberality of the Press in permitting the ventilation of public ...

    Article : 226 words
  6. STYLE IN ROWING.

    Sir,.—I have been reading with interest the letters of "Oarsman" and the rowing notes of "Drive." which have been appearing in the "Courier" at regular ...

    Article : 647 words
  7. RECORDS BY AIR.

    Loading copy shells of His Master's Voice records on to the first air mail liner to leave London for Australia. The records were sent by the Gramophone Co., London, to their Australian factory. ... [ILLUSTRATED]

    Article : 37 words
  8. JUDGED FAITHFUL.

    Master Ray Trotter's great dane, King, won the prize for the most faithful dog at the competition held yesterday in connection with the screening of "The Devil to Pay" at the Winter Garden to-day. ... [ILLUSTRATED]

    Article : 38 words
  9. SANDBAGGED!

    The bonnet of this car, which was standing in Adelaide-street yesterday afternoon, was damaged when a sandbag, used in connection with blasting in Anzac Square, fell on it. ... [ILLUSTRATED]

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  10. BRISBANE RIVER SPAN IN THE MAKING.

    This panoramic view, taken from North Quay yesterday, shows the northern arch of Grey-street bridge in position, the steelwork of the central arch ready for raising, and the southern section awaiting the advent of the girders. ... [ILLUSTRATED]

    Article : 42 words
  11. COUNCIL MEETINGS.

    The Warwick Town Council meeting on May 11 was presided over by the Mayor (Alderman D. Connolly). It was decided to approach the Home Secretary for an ...

    Article : 419 words
  12. COUNTRY NEWS.

    Maize Payments.—The Maize Board has paid a further 5/ on last season's crop, making a total payment of £5/5/ per ton to date. ...

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    BACK IN A BARREL. This is how Dorothy Brunton will return to Brisbane at His Majesty's next Saturday, when the "Dearest ... [ILLUSTRATED]

    Article : 37 words
  14. BLACKBUTT.

    Church of England Euchre Party.—On May 8 a euchre party and dance was held in aid of the Church of England improvement fund. The euchre prizes ...

    Article : 53 words
  15. ABERCORN.

    Eidsvold Shire.—A public meeting, convened by the Eidsvold Chamber of Commerce, at which some 200 ratepayers were present, carried resolutions protesting ...

    Article : 129 words
  16. CLIFTON.

    Ambulance Com[?]e.—Councillor H. W. Hinrichsen presided over the monthly meeting of the Clifton Ambulance Committee. The superintendent's report for ...

    Article : 56 words
  17. MURGON.

    Rugby League.—At a meeting of the South Burnett Rugby League it was arranged to play the first match of the Leitch Cup competition between South ...

    Article : 35 words
  18. GIN GIN.

    Sugar Mill Directors.—The election of directors to the Gin Gin sugar mill, resulted in the return of the seven original directors—Messrs. F. A. Reick, W. A. ...

    Article : 75 words
  19. GAYNDAH.

    Reid's Creek Dance.—A dance was held at Reid's Creek, in aid of the School of Arts. Miss Gladys Lutvey and Mr. P. Burke supplied the music. As a result ...

    Article : 145 words
  20. PIMPAMA ISLAND.

    Arbor Day.—Arbor Day was celebrated at the Pimpama Island State School on May 8. Races and sports took place during the day. ...

    Article : 57 words
  21. BEENLEIGH.

    Narrow Escape.—On May 4 the manager of the Southern Queensland Dairy Company (Mr. Juers) had a narrow escape from a serious accident. He was ...

    Article : 85 words
  22. COORAN[?]

    New Industry.—The Gympie Chamber of commerce is assisting Mr. W. H. Pritchard, a farmer of the Woondum district, to secure all the information he can ...

    Article : 172 words
  23. GRANTHAM.

    Community Singing.—Community singing was held on May 11, and proved very successful. Mrs. J. F. Donohue carried out the duties of planist and Mr. N. R. ...

    Article : 37 words
  24. ROCKHAMPTON.

    Wharf Labourer Fined.—In the Summons Court on May 12, before Mr. O. E. Power, P.M., William Picking, wharf labourer, was fined 30/, and £2/5/6 costs, ...

    Article : 46 words
  25. BIGGENDEN.

    Poultry Club.—On May 9 a meeting was held to form a poultry club. A committee, with Mr. J. W. Fowler as secretary, was elected to arrange for a visit from a ...

    Article : 47 words
  26. JANDOWAE.

    Mission.—The Rev. Father Ryan conducted a week's mission in the local Roman Catholic Church. A Communion breakfast was held at which the Sunday ...

    Article : 75 words
  27. GYMPIE.

    Methodist Concert.—In the Surface Hill Methodist Hall on May 7 a concert was held in aid of the gymnasium fund. Those contributing to the programme were Dr. ...

    Article : 57 words
  28. EMERALD.

    Water Supply.—The new water scheme is nearly completed. Another weir had to be put down in addition to the specifications, which added considerably to the ...

    Article : 101 words
  29. ZILLMERE.

    Cricket Club Anniversary.—The fifth anniversary of Hutton's Cricket Club was celebrated in the School of Arts on May 8. The euchre prize winners were Mesdames ...

    Article : 112 words
  30. NAMBOUR.

    Philharmonic Society.—A concert was given on May 7 by the Maroochy Philharmonic Society. Choral items included solos and choruses from "The Pirates of ...

    Article : 170 words
  31. TOOWOOMBA STOCK SALES.

    TOOWOOMBA, May 14.—Messrs. Harrison Gilbert and Co. conducted their fortnightly sale of fat cattle, fat sheep dairy and store cattle at their Harristown ...

    Article : 309 words
  32. Advertising

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  33. GLEN INNES.

    Obituary.—The death occurred on May 8 of Mr. Dave Paul, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Paul, of Glen Innes. The late Mr. Paul served in the army during the ...

    Article : 75 words
  34. POMONA.

    Girls' Comradeship.—At the installation of the Middle Creek branch of the Methodist Girls' Comradeship, the following were the officers:—Director, Mrs. A. H. ...

    Article : 110 words
  35. DAYBORO.

    Dance.—A dance and euchre party, organised by members of the Mayfield State School, was held in the Orange Hall on May 8. Music was supplied by the ...

    Article : 88 words
  36. UPPER COOMERA.

    Ambulance Benefit.—The annual benefit organised by the C.W.A., in aid of Southport and District Ambulance, took place in the Upper Coomera School of Arts on ...

    Article : 44 words
  37. CAIRNS.

    Ejectment Order.—The War Service Homes Commissioner proceeded against K. S. A. Dawson in the Summons Court, before Mr. A. H. O'Kelly, P.M., applying for ...

    Article : 72 words
  38. FOREST HILL.

    Surprise Party.—A number of friends of Mr. and Mrs. R. Drew and family tendered them a surprise visit on Saturday evening. Supper was served by the ladies, ...

    Article : 54 words
  39. MURWILLUMBAH.

    Shareholders' Meeting.—At the halfyearly meeting of shareholders of the Tweed Butchering Co., Ltd., held at Murwillumbah, the retiring directors, Messrs. ...

    Article : 66 words
  40. HOWARD.

    Citrus Growing.—The season is now in full swing, and growers are busy carting large[?] consignments to the railway. Coal Mining.—Matters are in a parlous ...

    Article : 40 words
  41. PALMWOODS.

    Pineapple Crop.—The figures for the summer crop of pineapples just harvested show that the crop in this district was about equal to the large crop last ...

    Article : 252 words
  42. ST. GEORGE.

    Improvement Board.—The first meeting of the St. George District Improvement Board was held on May 7. With a view of coping with the increase of rabbits it was ...

    Article : 232 words
  43. MAPLETON.

    Euchre Party and Dance.—A euchre party and dance was held at the residence of Mrs. C. M'Nab on May 8 in aid of the Maroochy District Hospital. Euchre prizes ...

    Article : 163 words
  44. INNISFAIL.

    Coastal Raliway.—The Ratepayers' Association has decided to arouse the interest of public bodies to support the extension of the coastal railway from Boogan ...

    Article : 82 words
  45. INGHAM.

    Cane Season.—An adjourned meeting of the Local Cane Prices Board of Victoria and Macnade decided to ask for a further extension to make awards to ...

    Article : 165 words
  46. CHILDERS.

    R.S.S.I.L.A.—At a meeting of the Isis sub-branch, R.S.S.I.L.A., discussion ensued as to whether the present method of commemorating Anzac Day was the most ...

    Article : 131 words
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