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Newspaper
Corowa Free Press
Location
Corowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 30, 1939
Page
3
In Melbourne the Australasian Council of Trade Unions launches a protest and petition campaign against a national register proposal. Unions fear it leads to compulsory conscription or control of workers, while government ministers defend it as a defense measure amid tense wartime conditions.
AUK readers face claims that monopolies control prices across building materials and consumer goods. Speakers from United Australia Party and Country Party accuse firms of overpricing, urging government action and an inquiry. The debate centers on price regulation and the New Arbitration Amendment Bill to empower price fixing.
A noisy sale ad lists men’s football boots and golf shoes with prices and notes comfort and fit. Women’s calfs and golf shoes in multiple colors are highlighted, with sizing and rubber sole details.
A chaotic court session saw Judge Sydney condemn female strikers and urges set of actions. He warns against prolonged vetoes by a handful of women, calling for order as the case concerns a federal labor dispute and a union. The judge grants a temporary postponement until Wednesday amid tense remarks.
A parliament wide discussion in Australia centers on asylum seekers and refugee intake amid international threats of war. The report describes public concern, government action, and union involvement, noting figures on shelter, resettlement, and potential impacts on labor and social services.
A string of robberies was reported across Corowa and suburbs. Victims include Mr Ales C Ewer and Mrs Nell Whitehead, with hospitalizations and police involvement noted. social and family repercussions mentioned as the community awaits further details.
Two men Willem Cheorgy Hatington 22 and Thetnde Urey 21 were charged at Redfern Court with breaking and entering the Botany post office on May 10 and stealing a typewriter and cash. They were remanded after arraignment. Police report follow-up details indicate additional items including an unregistered revolver and other contraband were found.
Debbie Repel of Corowa married Mies Herd Caywisie of Nem OF with Norman McFarland officiating. The ceremony occurred Saturday at 7 pm, followed by reception at the Meal Motel. Guests included Mr and Mrs Gorie Kilda and several Melbourne attendees.
Shanghai dispatches detail increased interference in sea lanes and naval patrols. Reports say German mail protection measures are in place while Japanese shipping faces constraints. News notes Royal Navy actions and arming responses, with limited hours of search and detention.
A fragmented report describes a hearing at North State Hospital where Dr Hadcliffe is expected to testify. Mr Seebie and a senior sirEnon are named in connection with the case as the operation theatre is discussed and further evidence is anticipated.
A Sunday observance controversy in Syshiey led to the suspension of Sunday shows and sports for six months pending a parliamentary debate. Proceeds from past meetings funded expenses while members faced accusations of coercive practices and private club activity. Government officials debated a ban and potential penalties as involvement drew scrutiny and calls for reform. The dispute affected local sport clubs and the Community’s recreational schedule amid public accountability efforts.
A garbled May report from Rome references Mussolicc and a fermen end tal ie Unive Secretarive for Alr, noting a unity type of merontnnen of ech cumutry tememable abi ot cheney. It mentions expansion of the Wallanate force and a plan to deepen orders and mobilization.
An erratic OCR notice outlines upcoming entertainments and public meetings. It mentions a concert by the 00 Clb and a theater event at the Wolugunyaty Serial of Arts, plus a Monday June 6 deadline for payments and a forthcoming address from the Blind Conqwrt Ny. The fragmentary text references community figureheads and venues, with scattered names and dates, signaling a congested calendar of local cultural notices.
A historic report describes a murder involving poisoning with a lemon drink in New Timband. The accused include Marjory Comeanes Bomumeriied and others, with dates noted as February 4 and December. The case highlights the victim’s identity, the alleged method, and trial implications in a grim fatal incident in Wales.
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