12 Jun 1936
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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1936
Page
1
An inquiry by stewards into a Poorth Class Hamilton event at Athlon discusses riders Park Wennessy J Conquest and others. Jockeys Bri Gib Brigbane and Ti Kime face potential suspensions as the case unfolds with parties set to appeal.
In Brisbane a commission reviews two hotel licenses and weighs objections from residents. A final decision will be made after the commission considers the Vested at Mount Cooten.
Fragmentary notes describe the Brophy case with references to Tallongalle Hotel and a widow accusing a man of involvement. The account mentions a police report and unclear statements about motive and relationships.
Diplomatic observers in Manchester report Mussolini’s Italy threatens action if Britain does not lift sanctions. The Italian leader warned of consequences after Neville Chamberlain’s tabled proposals and a tense exchange, signaling a possible shift in policy.
Last night a Hobart bound de Havilland twin engine aeroplane carrying passengers forced a heavy rain landing near Wynnum Australia. The craft skidded into a paddock and struck a fence tipping onto its right wing. Passenger injuries include a broken tallartann while the pilot remained unhurt. Authorities investigated the Beandesert paddock incident with rescue crews at the scene.
In Sydney a deputy minister stated the government intends to abolish capital punishment and will not tolerate acts of violent suppression. He emphasized the need to protect the law and prevent killings aimed at protecting property as a response to criminal violence.
An obituary notes the passing of Adelatin Frith Dolling who served as a judge of cricket ability. The notice honors his life and says he died recently, with details summarized from the local section.
A meeting of representatives from the Chamber of Commerce Harbour Board Town Council and various unions and shipping firms was held to press for A class passenger ships to call at Bowen. Attendees discussed dredging needs cargo volumes farm shipments and potential government support and agreed to reconvene for further talks.
A fragmentary letter recounts a woman rendered helpless by rheumatism as she describes daily farm tasks. She details being carried downstairs to milk eight cows and the strain on her husband as she battles her condition.
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