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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1938
Page
2
Members of A company are warned that a drill night will be held at the Drill Hall. Corporal A. L. Prissell shot to win the Pax Trophy at the last shoot. The day was enjoyable despite few men present. Recruits are urged to apply now for particulars of formations as the unit prepares for future parades.
Warwick High School principals report outlines annual enrolments exam results and staffing changes. It notes 300 students and 34 boarding pupils in town with 41 subjects passed and scholarships awarded. Highlights include improvements to facilities and activities such as cadet corps displays and school events, plus remarks on staff changes and governance.
A Sunday notes obituary and community tribute recounts Leyburns hostesses and guests for a Saturday evening event honoring Miss Twidale. The report lists attendees including Mine Cells Condrich Mond Burnett and Gave Tighe, with young Alexis Mahony presenting bouquets. An obituary notes Mrs Rue McNer passing away, describes her as a long-time resident and pioneer’s daughter, praised for kindness and affection, with memories of her early life and community ties.
Mrs. Meee evinewd practical interest in soldier welfare during the Great War. Survived by four daughters and three sons with eighteen grandchildren. Funeral from 8 Matthew's church with Rev. Father Hingon officiating. pallbearers named, flag at half mast for memorial.
Sydney report notes the death of ex Kodak director John Joseph Rouse with an estate valued at £116,606. The article mentions Rudin and Darling Point connections and details about the widow and children. The fragmented OCR provides limited clarity on the full relationships and heirs.
The Department of Public Instruction notes a challenging year with limited progress in pupil teaching careers. Miss Michel Brad and committee members, including M. Donovan and G. Mullet, led efforts to fund equipment and improve purchasing for the year.
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