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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 03, 1940
Page
1
Ongoing labour unrest and government hesitation mark a tense scene in Australia as protests and arbitration disputes delay a planned special tribunal. Reports describe strikes, railway and coal mine disruptions, and mounting financial pressures across Victoria and Queensland as officials weigh how to resolve industrial tensions.
Melbourne dispatch reports the War Cabinet to consider a plan for a grav ing dock capable of handling the largest ships. A comprehensive report on costs and construction time estimates two years to complete with a price between 6 million and 5,900,000 pounds. Prime Minister R. G. Menaten and Sir Leopold Navile discussed the matter with cabinet to be debated this week. The Army Secretary A Birset announced post meeting that offers would be solicited for the AL Tih Division under Lt. Gen Laverne.
Brisbane reports severe losses among graziers due to rustling of sheep and cattle near Gowrie and Charleville. Police, trackers, and armed boundary riders pursue thieves. hundreds of sheep are stolen monthly with many recovered and others remaining missing as communities plan a government appeal. Local graziers vow action to curb the raids.
Nominations closed at night for the Maranoa seat contest. Country Party candidates listed include C Adermann farmer Kingaroy Mefiecch Rees Mr McGregor Mayor Chasserile J J McKil Ley grader Grabdyle Guairey Morgan crasier Diy EA Thomas ex chairman of the Wheat Board. A plebiscite date to be fixed. Leader of the State Opposition Mer Manet decided not to nominate him.
In Canberra Tuesday an inquiry examined how the arrival of about 6300 alien refugees would affect Australia’s internal economy. A preliminary survey suggested many refugees had already established industries or introduced new ideas into the economy, with many professionals and academics among the entrants.
London reports another German ship of about 4000 tons was sunk and set on fire after being intercepted by British warships in northern waters. The crew scuttled and lit the vessel as they were pursued. The tally of losses this week includes several Allied ships and merchant liners, with overall war-at-sea casualties mounting.
London dispatch cites a German military notice claiming yesterday German planes shot down one Royal Air Force aircraft and three French planes, two Marines and one Curtis aircraft. The bulletin also admits a German technological reconnaissance plane did not return.
The BRIGHANE report shows nine months to March with a deficit of £510,576, down from £900,50 last year, while revenue hit £1,714, etc, and expenditure rose to £14,896,743. Railway and shipping sectors face curtailments with wave of wage cuts and job losses looming. Newcastle and Byone trade links reduced, industrial layoffs hit 400 plus workers.
London dispatch reports the Admiralty facing difficulty replacing U boats as German submarine losses grow. The piece notes the average age of crews ranging from 28 to 31 years, reflecting aging manpower and recruitment challenges.
Reports from Melbourne indicate the Lawn Tennis Association of Australia declined to approve payments from Wad ing Mydney stores for goods bought by three prominent New South Wales players. The trio allegedly ran up charges on orders tied to a university course and equipment. Players will be informed by authorities that they must settle their accounts personally.
Melbourne report notes a £100 penalty aimed at employers who hinder enlistment steps or recruit workers through coercive or deceptive means. Officials warn that penalties apply to managers and guardians who obstruct employees seeking lawful enlistment, with broader enforcement proposed to curb improper employment pressure.
A March 4 naval clash off Trinidad involved the Ke Bt Cherva crew and a submarine. Reports claim the submarine fired, a torpedo passed under a ship, and the vessel submerged while a deck gun fired. Unclear details and casualty figures are noted, with officials uncertain of exact outcomes.
Belgian guns engage Gere man as British planes take part in action over Brueiele with reports of heavy exchanges. Details remain unclear and names are inconsistently rendered in the OCR.
London dispatch claims 73 Japanese warships and aircraft carriers gathered near Amoy port with a fleet movement described as part of the Chinese crisis. The report cites an hour newspaper source and notes the fleet’s proximity to the Chinese coast amid rising tensions.
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