20 Dec 1937
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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1937
Page
1
A garbled price list shows sports wear for men with items such as woollen sporta trousers. Mentions prices around 25 to 31 or 35 and references to bearers, sleeves, and cream woollen sports wear. Names and exact items are unclear due to OCR damage but indicate a catalog of mens sports apparel with discounts.
A farm manager Gavriovitn and his wife were found dead in their bedroom by stab and blunt force injuries. Neighbors say the couple had been married several years and employed locally. Police detained a man for questioning after discovering the scene in the early hours. The investigation focuses on motive and whether an intruder entered the home.
The Stuart Star, a twin screw vessel built in 1890, was used to ship chilled beef from Brisbane to England and was fitted with a special refrigerated plant for cargoes. It was ashore in heavy flood conditions and abandoned with 11,098 tons lost. 40 passengers were evacuated safely as the voyage to Australia faltered.
In Proserpine and Townsville health authorities coordinate a cautious response to a suspected case of paralytic disease. Dr. A Pryberg and Sir Raphael Cilento report no spread yet as quarantine and sanitary actions are prepared for overseas vessel arrivals and contact tracing.
Labour pre selection ballots proceed across NS with candidates unopposed. Some races to be decided after late sessions. ballots count by ranked choice. conference on January 22 to settle contested maker questions and determine future support.
New York report from Banja Barbara Cali forul) states Percy Grubb aged 40, heir to a fortune of 3,000,000 dollars, died by carbon monoxide gas in a closed garage. He complained to friends of being unable to obtain an advance from the courts pending estate settlement.
London butter traders report a soft market with lower prices and ample stock. Officials said January deliveries look unlikely as demand remains weak and margins shrink, while margarine consumption spikes in November highlight shifting consumer habits.
British cabinet to weigh Europe and Mediterranean reinforcement plans and the defense of Hong Kong and leased territory in the Far East. The discussions follow reports of moves in the Mediterranean and potential Franco-British coordination, with Eden and Corbiere figures cited amid overall strategic choices.
Reports from Tokyo state Japanese Commander-in-Chief General Matsui signaled a halt in hostilities to persuade the Chiawsi to reconsider posture, while Chinese forces reportedly continued fighting with large fires near Temaiag and Canton. British and American ships faced tension as Japan press outlined possible retaliations, with tensions rising over air and naval actions in northern China and Macao river regions.
Saturday Labour plebiscite results show defeat for Mr W J Copley MLA and several metropolitan candidates amid a tight vote. The tally lists Copley with a notable third place in the Toowoomba region and notes other candidates including G Murray and A C Fay among the contenders. Copley appeals for calm and transparency at Brisbane while the count continues.
ADELATDS Rhode June Gow age 5 of Alberton died after receiving total scalds hours before her sister Muriel’s wedding. Relatives feared the child could not attend but she died early Sunday morning after the Saturday accident.
Brisbane detectives probed an alleged poisoning of Peter Reneick Jensen a 70 year old farmer at Chariwood near Boonah. Jensen was taken to Booval General Hospital after dinner with his wife and four hours later fell ill while his wife only ate one fish. Authorities suspect possible poisoning by toxic substance found during testing.
The report notes a Labour movement legacy with 42d pledging support to Labour parliamentary candidates and upholding party traditions. It details recounts at Bulimba and Merthyr with polling results and majorities for various candidates, including Power, Doll, Everson, and Holmes, among others.
Brisbane report cites Mr Bunderland and Mary Sunderland discussing an offer from Wigan Rugby League to a Glasgow club. Key figures include Australian officials and journalists, with plans to consult authorities before deciding on the deal. The article lists multiple names and figures, reflecting the contested negotiations and potential implications for the league.
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