16 Dec 1938
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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 16, 1938
Page
1
A report from Wordville on General Motors Maiden’s Ltd details a proposal to convert parts and facilities for potential armament production if necessary. Directors and government officials discussed the temporary shift, noting the plant’s readiness but the government not seeking munition orders unless required.
London report notes Parliamentary Secretary for Civilities opens Perth’s new power station costing £100,000 at a ceremony in Australia on January 20. A luncheon and banquet will follow with attendees described and arrangements set.
The Prime Minister states that industries of their kind can be established in Australia and spread beyond capital cities. AM Lyons notes effort to prepare defence forces and to meet munitions needs by establishing industries like Holden's and expanding existing ones.
The Australian High Commissioner arrives tomorrow to initiate reparations talks with Anteriorow, aiming for reciprocal goodwill. Washington meetings and European conferences form part of a broad schedule to renew old friendships and strengthen international ties.
London reports from a Prague correspondent describe rising tensions in the Teschen region with Polish and Czech minority frictions intensifying. Movements at large scale and efforts to replace civic structures are noted, signaling a stricter policy climate and growing unrest in the border area.
Witnesses describe the August 2 dragon plane accident near Innusfall that killed five people. Air craft engineer Mawes MelGeusle Webber testified the engine had been installed on a plane once ranked at BL Garnet in 1998. The inquiry adjourned to Townsville as authorities review certificates and the Civil Aviation Board involvement.
Mr J E England is named chairman of the Transport Commission with FW Milleporre and J C Lemont in senior roles. The appointment, announced after a meeting of the Executive Council, aims to reform transport policy, improve road and rail coordination, and ensure broader representation from commercial and primary producer interests. The group is expected to oversee road, tram, and freight transport, balancing public access and industry needs.
Adelaide reports the greatest recruiting drive since the war as Prime Minister defends Amatrana use while urging unity. Officials promise stronger national effort, with speeches emphasizing Australia becoming a vigorous nation and a push to sustain wartime morale.
A late night communication blackout hit Darwin with no contact possible after 9 pm. Telecommunication services including a major radio network reportedly collapsed for over two hours, affecting the Empire flying bank Tooreng and Post Office operations amid widespread advisory alerts.
Brisbane reports the death of Mr Prangles Langdert aged 105 years and 10 months. A veteran of the Crimean War and perhaps among the oldest surviving servicemen, he arrived in Australia from London in the late 19th century. Langdert served a long career as a gardener before retiring at 100, leaving no surviving relatives.
Canberra reports that the Commonwealth cash and conversion loan of £7,000,000 closed with rumours of much more money subscribed. An official statement will not be issued for a week end, but final returns may show double the amount requested, all intended for defence.
Fragmented text reports US and Spanish war debates in London and New York. It notes American and British figures doubting aid to Franco, with references to General Franco and Nationalist forces, while parliamentary questions touch on foreign aid and neutrality policies. Names and exact details are unclear due to OCR issues.
Warlington reports charges of fraud against a prominent investment figure tied to America’s largest investment firm with operations in 57 offices nationwide and 40 million dollars worth of securities. The case, described as far reaching, alleges involvement by a state and federal official. Names and details are partially obscured in the fragments.
A government note records Mr Butler’s questioning about abroad information flow and press disclosures. It mentions secretary level stakes involving anti Jewish propaganda and German interactions. The document notes concern over the press and public disclosures and the potential impact on policy.
A Vatican related embezzlement case ends with Mario Politi, a protege of the Pope and senior accountant, being sentenced to four years and four months in prison. The Rota of the Pope reportedly pardons the suspected offender, in a rare internal justice action.
Unclear fragmentary report notes a carillon to be played for a welcoming ceremony at North Mead aboard vessels under hns targa a. It mentions the death of Mr Wealey Molme Nolan formerly of Gentish Drwelising in Macquartrovieees, a bachelor, and a bequest to the National Gallery's funds for the free flow at Northy Head of oariison Aim lay Up Avalon California.
A scrambled passage mentions Adelaide and Darwin with references to silence, a midnight message, and a bell. It alludes to official explanation of a possible issue and a Commerce official may address the Director-General of Posts and Telegraphs at an early date.
London dispatch reports favorable reaction to Malcolm MacDonald's address with cheers in the Commons and notes from The Johannesburg Star praising its moral courage and candour. German press counters with warnings of imperial disunity and alarms about dominion skepticism.
Fragmentary report describes militia activity near Susdane on Thursday as forces pursue balance of conflict. Numerous battalions advance toward the city as air threat looms and inquiries flood in from residents and officials.
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