29 Apr 1929
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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 29, 1929
Page
1
A brief ad notes Barnes offers bath room comfort with quick hot water. It claims their system provides hot water within minutes on the coldest morning. The message emphasizes warmth and ready heat for winter mornings.
Kingsford Smith and Ulm return after the Southern Cross flight landing at Richmond at 10:50 am under strict entry controls. A restrained welcome follows, with reporters shut out and pilots declining to comment while a somber mood persists over the recent fatalities. The Canberra then lands at Mascot about 3 pm as kin and friends depart.
Calcutta is set for a record sweep drawing with a potential total reaching 2197 000 as demand pours in worldwide. The ceremony will be held in secrecy at the Calcutta Turf Club enclosure with privileged members present. Names and numbers will be shuffled in two barrels and halted by a senior steward, then verified by chartered accountants. This year more than one prize is expected and each horse name will have three number drawings.
A dark report from Roma recounts human remains found near Surat amid an alleged tragedy. The case centers on Jack Green and an older man described traveling with a turnout of horses and dogs toward Foxborough station. Police detained two men at Foxbrough Station as inquiries continue into the alleged disappearance and the events surrounding Green.
The Royal Air Force pilots Squadron Leader Jones William and Flight Lieutenant Jenkins tried a non stop flight from Cranewell to Karachi, five hundred miles short of the Italian record. Low fuel and head winds forced them to turn back before sunset. The distance covered was 4130 miles in about 609 minutes with nearly two hours flying past Karachi. The attempt fell short of the world record but showed extraordinary long distance capability.
A London coach traveling from Maidenhead to London overturned near Maidenhead at 9 p.m. and caught fire. Four passengers were burned to death and 15 seriously injured. bodies could not be identified. An explosion started the blaze, flames rose twenty feet high, and heat prevented rescuers from reaching many trapped passengers.
A fragmented catalog page details winter coats and hats in Velour and Felt. Items include Havana Velour coat with American opensmen collar, brown fur collar coats, Henna Velour coat with back and pin-tucks, Maida and Lovie models, and several felt hats with ribbons, brims, and decorative ornaments. Prices vary per item.
An old advertisement touts Berger's Genuine Mixed Paint made from lead and oil, claiming superior protection for houses against weather. It criticizes cheap inferior paints and asserts Frews offer unmatched quality.
At Central Police Court George von Uyke a stoler faced charges for taking Dorothy Williams from her mother Nancy Emily Jonking of Queensland. The prosecutor said Dorothy aged nearly 17 had been missing since January 1 and stayed with Uyke at Too womina then went to Budsley before journeying to Sydney. Uyke claims the girl was taken with her consent and departed for Queensland. He was remanded on bail of eighty pounds.
Belgrade. Mike Iny Krstovitch, a notorious bandit, faced trial on 27 charges including multiple murders robberies and rape. He was convicted on all counts and sentenced to a combined record of 352 years imprisonment which was later reduced by a fourfold death appraisal.
The Anak liner from New York reached Liverpool via Halifax four days late. The voyage included a course up the coast with larger and longer bergs observed than usual. It covered 42 miles in one day compared with the normal pace of 43 miles.
Residents of Kirkley and Ashfield hosted a dinner for Garwood on Saturday with gifts and an address of thanks. The guest list included Nolts cricketer and Joe Hardannff, who had been similarly honored in 1908, marking a notable tribute to his Brisbane Toast performance.
ROMA OIL NOMA Sunday reports No. 2 well of the Tinna Off Corporation has been cemented and the cement set. Operators Jonesits and Mt releasing information due to the danger of exaggerated rumors aim to bring in two gas flows, one above and one below the present water flow. Water has been shut off for the delicate operation.
Brisbane Sunday report states the Governor in Council has approved plans for a bridge over the South Coast road at Coomera River. The span will be built to the town side of the existing landing. Estimated construction cost is £20,147, totaling £32,103 with related works.
At a Sydney National Club dinner the Attorney General praised Captain Cook as a great English navigator and explorer. The speaker lauded Cook’s achievements and noted government resolve to aid related efforts, while reflecting on the anniversary of Cook’s founding and the explorer’s enduring influence.
The Southern Railway Company is understood to be considering an inauguration involving a flying service across the English Channel to supplement existing routes. The register of voters in Great Britain lists 27,000,000 names.
John Robert Jones a books maker and John Toxeph Onegam a clerk faced police court on Saturday charged with illegal betting at a common house. Both pleaded guilty and were fined 15 and 10 pounds respectively. James Robert Unter, a hairdresser, pleaded guilty to a similar charge and was fined 40 pounds with three months imprisonment in default. Mr Tregear called the premises notorious and noted prior dealings with their case.
In Dinant a wedding near Brue_sss Saturday halted as the mayor tried to officiate. When asked if he would take the bride, the groom sang No and declared bachelor. The bride was led away laughing as the groom wandered off shouting No.
Mrs Margaret Butler, aged 76, slipped in a Wentworth Falls residence Thursday morning, breaking her thigh and lying on the floor for nearly two days before discovery. She was found by a grocer and taken to Blue Mountains Hospital, where she is progressing favourably.
A blurry report notes a Saturday flight by Maase’s craft near Crmmell ended when the engine failed forcing an emergency landing. The craft struck a tree and ploughed through fluid, sustaining heavy damage and slight injuries to Maase. The record then mentions the British House of Commons attendance in seventy.
In Brisbane the so called confidence man known as Burnay from West Australia defrauded about £2000 from 30 victims. William Roberts, 27, a solesman, appeared in police court charged with obtaining money by false pretences after posing as buying a business for £1600 and paying £500 by cheque, borrowing more cash, and a cheque covering £15 16 0. He was sentenced to six months but with credit to four months. £16 found on him returned to the storekeeper and £30 16s outstanding settled.
Sir Henry Segrave, of Craigwell House, was honored in London as crowds watched his departure in a Hispano Suiza. He spent three hours answering questions about his achievements after a reception with the Queen.
A near disaster occurred Saturday afternoon as crowds returning from the great public schools regatta crowded Sydney harbour. The Manly ferry steamer Carl Curl, leaving Circular Quay, narrowly avoided collision with the Nimrod launch crowded with regatta enthusiasts. The Nimrod struck the Curl Curl, causing excitement as people fell into the water or jumped overboard. Rescue efforts reached those in the water within minutes. Also noted were prices of Japanese hirl? and wheels.
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