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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1938
Page
7
A long OCR fragment shows a prize distribution including Fourth Prize and multiple prize tiers from £10 to £300 with various place names and numbers. The text lists prize amounts, numbers, and scattered names and locations, resembling a lottery or sweepstakes notice with many garbled entries and partial entries.
In a Westminster scene Mr Lyons and Mr Curtin clashed over the government's device proposal for taxation. Mr Curtin argued for expenditure approval tied to taxation and Commonwealth cooperation, while Mr Lyons warned against new taxes at this stage. A sharp exchange followed as Labour pressed for follow up.
A.B.C. revenue for the year rose by 59,048 to 50,021 amid higher listener fees and plans for proposals to boost income. Mr Lyons praised Curtis's defence support while defending funding for defence works and emergency services. Economic and political tensions were noted as officials discussed resources and national security commitments.
Charters Towers Colleges appoints T Rea McKennie BA for principal role to lead co educational school. Mrs J Bulow BA will assume senior regent duties at year end. McKennie brings Australian education degree and experience in English dramatic arts from Blackheath and Queensland University.
London reports the Exchequer in the House of Commons announces a temporary levy under the Current Notes Act. Funds from 146090000 to 200 600.00 pounds are authorized for war costs, effective December 6. The move targets restoring fiscal power and guarantees designed to support the Treasury’s needs.
A terse wartime despatch from Memel reports a Lithuanian man murdered by two Memel Germans. The motive and exact identities remain unclear as the message notes the victims and alleged perpetrators without formal acknowledgment. The report adds minimal detail about the event or its context.
Reports from London and Wellington indicate NZ government bonds are under pressure amid deteriorating trade balance and reduced reserves. Analysts note exporting curtailment and heightened credit risks while officials defend policy as necessary to defend exporters and the country.
Sydney reports amendments to current filming laws favor the Australian film industry. The Theatres and Films Commission will replace the Films Advisory Committee, with changes including a higher payroll incentive and government guarantees for overdrafts to aid producers, under safeguards.
Adelaide report predicts former Liberal Premier Mr Butler as TAP candidate will win the Wakefield by election caused by Mawker’s death. Rally expected Wednesday with final turnout seen large. last election result was about 14 000 votes.
The crew of a German airship from Brandenburg were rescued near Manila after a voyage from Berlin to Tokyo. They landed at Rowsrle Cavite water near low tide and were taken to Muandis for examination. None were injured though the wreckage and submerged aircraft drew concern for souvenir damage potential.
Defense minister outlines plans for two air force stations in Queensland with a Brisbane site near the river and a Townsville complex. The program includes nine squadrons, 990 officers and men, and 000 airframes, with urgent work projected over three years and substantial funding for construction and equipment.
Canberra reports Queensland dominates butter exports with 1957 34 shipments totaling 31 180 tons, surpassing prior years as Australian butter reaches the London market. The article also mentions planned defense strengthens along Queensland coast, including new fortifications at Darwin and Port Moresty, and outlines expected defense spending shares.
Canberra reports a favorable trade balance of 3,305,000 pounds for November driven by a sharp drop in imports. Commodity value balance stood at 98,200 pounds, bullion and specie exports at 3,006, and overall favorable balance at 9,968,000 pounds, up from last November. Foreseeable months’ balance totals about 1,720,000 pounds, slightly below the year-ago period.
Gandhi argues that a justifiable war in the name of humanity would be acceptable to prevent a catastrophe, but Tyrants never go as mad as Hitler. He notes German Jews might resist expulsion yet believes a courageous leader can turn despair into hope through religious resistance against godless tyranny.
London authorities announced a meeting of the World Wheat Advisory Committee to be held in January to consider the global wheat crisis and decide on recommended government actions. The committee, led by Kennedy, will assess measures and potential policy responses.
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