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Warwick Daily News

Location

Warwick, Queensland, Australia

Date

Dec 05, 1940

Page

6

Timber imports licensing system may change in Australia

Canberra reports the timber imports licensing system could be materially altered following recommendations from the Customs Department to Cabinet. Officials said the department suspended licences temporarily for the new licensing period due to a decision expected by December 1. Oregon timber shipments had been arriving under normal haste before the suspension.

Canberra Customs Department Cabinet Oregon Australia

Petrol Ration Ticket Confusion Sparks Brisbane Grievances

Petrol ration ticket chaos prompts Brisbane city garage workers to demand immediate clarification of fuel control rules. Carriers insist customers must write their number on tests and receive tickets. deliveries allegedly fail without receipts, triggering protests over muddled implementation and demand for a clear, public position.

Brisbane

Premier and Treasurer Censured By TLC

ARISWANE, Wednesday. Mr Foray Smith and Mr F A Coop were censured by the Tradex Union Congress tonight. The Premier refused to receive a deputation on state development and referred it to the Treasurer, who only formally acknowledged the request. The Congress moved to condemn the Premier and protest the Treasurer's discourtesy.

Ariswane Foray Smith F. A. Coop Tradex Congress Wecutives Congress M. O'Brien O'Brien

British Fighters Cannon Fitted Improve Range Power

London reports British fighters receiving cannons to extend range and firepower. The upgrade, likely 20 to 30 millimetre types, aims to better counter heavily armoured raiders as machine guns show limited effect beyond tilted engagement ranges. The Hapano-Sule design is cited as potentially more effective than Browning guns, with consideration of larger 87 millimetre American cannons tested in Canada.

London Times Aeronautics Canada

Victorian Estate Valued At £78816 After Mr Pairbairn's Death

Melbourne date reports the Victorian estate of the late Mr Vv Pairhaten valued at £78,816. The will indicates settlement across New South Wales and Queensland with annuities and life interests. Details mention Canberra links and beneficiaries. fragile OCR yields limited clarity on names and exact heirs.

Mr. Pairbairn Melbourne Wedneway Vv Pairhaten Milivuer Air Canberra New South Wales Nia

Thailand claims Thai frontier clash with French forces

Bangkok dispatch reports Thai forces and Indo-Chinese border authorities clashing near Take and along the Mekong river. French warship activity and attacks on Thai positions are described, with Bangkok denying immediate joint Franco-Thai incursions and calling for calm as border tensions rise.

London Bangkok Prost Sr Taland High Command Dal Wes Beatet Secor Tanier Nagorbanom Ava Titory Valde Mekorye Take

Clifton Ambulance Silver Jubilee Celebrated With New Building

The Clifton ambulance centre opened a new building to mark its silver jubilee in a ceremony attended by local officials. Tablet dedications honored Clifton Cottage Hospital and the ambulance committee. Guests included Mr Hanlon and representatives from Warwick and surrounding centres as the event praised ongoing progress and community support.

Ie Clifton Centre Mr A. Morton P. G. A. Murphy G. P. Barmes Warwick Cuton Orie Olfton Cliton Beg Bre Tnt WA. Descon Mila Uttwaks Hunlon

Truce Called In Civil Disobedience In India

A Delhi message says Mr Rejendra Prasan, former Congress President now leader in Behar, ordered suspension of civil disobedience across the province. Gandhi may extend the halt nationwide to end political deadlock and renew talks with the Viceroy. Liberals in Midissire discuss an all party national government formula as Congress arrests loom.

London Delhi Rejendra Prasan One Congress Party Behar Associated Press Gandhi All Andi Netra Rejendas Prasad Congress Midissire Mer Jayalar Idge Indian Federal Court Maurice Gwyer Juxilee India Siri Te Bahadur Sopru Alina Lier Congress Party

Loss of Minesweeper Ship in Australian Court Report

In Melbourne a marine inquiry heard details of a collision involving an Australian vessel. A body identified as Stoker L. Mainabiridee was recovered from the Goa tangal. Captain Lloyd testified about ship speeds and the moments before the incident. The inquiry reviewed events, vessel actions, and potential fault as it examined the cause and timeline of the collision.

Melbourne Lloyd Court of Marine Inquiry Stoker L. Mainabiridee Stoete Fang Aulawativatty

Marriage of Sir James Barrett in Melbourne

Marriage notices report Sir James Barrett, former Chancellor of Belwaurne University, aged 79, wed to Atlee Monten Weinge of Weldelberg. The ceremony sparked family connections with Professor Bernat Mente and the University Conservatorium. details reflect late May events and a Wake ceremony observed in Melbourne.

Melbourne Wennesday Ramies Barrett Bel Waurne University Tasday Atlee Monten Weinge Weldelberg Marre Profewor Bernat Mente Fw University Conservatorium James Uncreyt Wite Navin Helleibeve Ugh

Grasshopper Cause Car Crash Report

Brisbane report states a grasshopper distracted a driver on the Pyoltoe Mughiway at Yutali causing a vehicle to leave the road and overturn near Greenslopes. The crash injured several people including Letiria Atte and a passenger. internal injuries reported. Authorities describe the insect as the distraction that led to the accident.

Brisbane Yutali Letiria Atten Tt Hyalaber As Mow Thompson

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