Attacking the heavy duty on imported galvanised iron, Mr. H. S. Gullett pointed out, in the House of Representatives yesterday, that, ...
Article : 921 wordsReference to the marked progress of are in Queensland was made by his Excellency tne Governor (Lieutenant-General Sir Jonn Goodwin), ...
Article : 446 wordsIn yesterday's issue of the "Courier" were reproduced photographs showing the steps that have been taken in Melbourne to beautify suburban footpaths. Herewith are shown two further examples of this work in the form of delightful gardens set in the formerly unsightly paths. ... [ILLUSTRATED]
Article : 49 wordsArt lovers gathered at the Public Library Building in William-street yesterday afternoon for the opening of the Royal Queensland Art Society's exhibition. The ceremony was performed by his Excellency the Governor (Lieut-General Sir John Goodwin), who is shown in the centre of the front row of this picture. ... [ILLUSTRATED]
Article : 52 wordsMontville State School fruit packing team, which won the John Macdonald Shield and the Gerrard Cup at the Royal National. Exhibition. Front row, left to right: Misses M. Short and E. Aird (winner of gold medal). ... [ILLUSTRATED]
Article : 47 wordsThe "dumping" of Russian timber in Great Britain and other European countries recently has caused considerable anxiety among competitors. Exports of timber from Russia during the past two years have increased fivefold, despite the fact that the Soviet Union is exploiting only 1 7 per cent, of the forest area of that country. The two photographs reproduced here were taken from the Graf Zeppelin during" the airship's recent journey to the Arctic. On the left are shown gigantic timber rafts in the harbour at Archangel, and on the right a vast array of timber stacks, forming a veritable wooden city, at Archangel. ... [ILLUSTRATED]
Article : 107 wordsWeather.—Hot unseasonable weather is playing havoc with all crops and the district is parched Citrus growers are especially feeling the effects of the heat, as ...
Article : 201 wordsOriental Fete.—In the grounds of the Church of England on September 12 an Oriental, fete and the annual sale ot work was organised by the Women's ...
Article : 213 wordsBall.—A fancy dress ball ("A Night in Japan"), promoted by the O WA (Alpha branch), was held in the hall on September 11. The hall was pleasingly decorated ...
Article : 130 wordsAmbulance Carnival.—A successful carnival was held in aid of the Tully Ambulance Brigade, and it is anticipated that about £70 win be realised. ...
Article : 59 wordsLord Herbert Scott, who is retiring from the presidency of the London Chamber of Commerce, after holding the position for three years, recently ...
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Advertising : 213 wordsGold Recovery.—Investigating the possibilities of recovering gold, unextracted in cyanldlng treatment of sands, Mr. Sydney H. Williams, six months ago, took up, as ...
Article : 101 wordsProposed Bacon Factory.—Several enthusiasts, headed by the chairman of the Casino Co-operative Dalry Society (Mr. W. Sullivan), are quietly working for the ...
Article : 82 wordsSports Committee.—At a meeting of the Bryden sports committee on, September 12 It was decided to amalgamate with the controllers of the local hall. The ...
Article : 164 wordsCommitted for Trial.—In the Ingham Police Court on September 16, Lionel Tippett was charged that, on September 9, at Ingham, he stole from Henry ...
Article : 133 wordsHand Shattered.—A serious accident happened to Edward Brady (aged 16) of Park-avenue this morning when a shot gun he was carrying exploded and shattered his ...
Article : 208 wordsRoad Matters.—The Calliope Shire Council has written to the Kolan Shire Council, asking for Its co-operation in the matter of making the road trafficable for ...
Article : 102 wordsHope for the safety of the three men and a youth who have been missing since thev left Altona in an 18ft. boat on Friday has been practically ...
Article : 37 wordsAccident.—While scrub falling at Running Creek on September 16, William Velthelm, of Beaudesert, inflicted a nasty gash above the knee, severing an artery. Mr. ...
Article : 113 wordsCrops.—The bean crop, which is now being harvested, requires rain badly. Pineapple growers are harvesting their winter crop, and are very disappointed with the ...
Article : 53 wordsSocial Service.—A meeting of the Social service Executive was hold on September 14. It was stated that the proposed "Ugly Man" competition had been ...
Article : 70 wordsSugar Crushing.—For the first seven days of crushing, ending on September 12, 5438 tons of cane was crushed at the Moreton Central Mill for the average ...
Article : 53 wordsFarmers throughout Queensland have been wondering why Australia had not secured portion of the contracts to supply hardwood railway ...
Article : 191 wordsTennis Ball.—The Lawn Tennis Association during tennis carnival week held a ball in the Suburban Recreation Club Hall The Arcadian Orchestra as ...
Article : 73 wordsMagistrate's Court.—In the Magistrate's Court on September 16, Mr. Aitkln gave his reserved decision in the case in which P. Van Leeuwin, of Innisfail, proceeded ...
Article : 70 wordsButter Manufacture.—The Atherton Tableland Butter Association, reports that the quantity of butter manufactured during August was 87½, tons, as compared ...
Article : 188 wordsSugar Mill.—Crushing operations at the local sugar mill are proceeding satisfactorily. Densities obtained for cane are considerably higher than for the same ...
Article : 84 wordsInstallation.—The following officers were Installed at the annual meeting of Lodgo Ballina, U.G.L.N.S.W.. on,September 12:—W.M.. Wor. Bro. R. W. J. Gould; ...
Article : 198 wordsKicked bv Horse.—On September 14, while Mr. Arthur Perrett, of Kabunga. In company with Mr. Owen Perrett, was trucking horses at Cinnabar, he was ...
Article : 310 wordsOddfellows' Ball.—The annual Oddfellows' Ball was held on September 14, and was well attended. Hatten's Orchestra supplied the music. ...
Article : 22 wordsPresentation.—Mr. M. J Moynihan. who has been postmaster at [?]fracombe for the past four years, was farewelled in the Shire Council Board room by the residents of ...
Article : 89 wordsSocial Evening.—A social evening was held at the Clifton Rural School. In aid of the funds of the domestic bclence class. Dancing and various games were indulged ...
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The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933), Thu 17 Sep 1931, Page 14
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