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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 22, 1952
Page
1
A report states a large camp of flying foxes was dispersed after nightly efforts. Officials claim more than 4000 rounds of rifle and shotgun ammunition were used to kill about 10,000 foxes to protect crops. The committee led by Mr H Phillips notes remaining foxes are expected to disperse today.
Amid heavy snow at Larson AFB Washington a Globemaster crash killed 86, with 29 survivors hospitalized. Rescue crews battled flames as families learned loved ones were aboard. Sergeant Bobby Wilbanks and private Raymond were among those affected, while questions remained about the cause of the Alaska and North Pacific crashes affecting military air transport.
In Granville Church of England Sydney, dogs cats rabbits a tortoise and chickens shared pews at a family Christmas service for animals. Children brought pets at the request of Rev C L Oliver who led a churchyard procession before the service and quoted the manger scene as inspiration. A pet carers choir carol was performed.
A labor action started on December 18 and, as reported, has not produced any offer of increased pay from management.
Thanksgiving rations arrived for United Nations troops in November amid ongoing conflict. A festive spirit persists as celebrations stretch from November into New Year’s Day for the Sugmanay festival, despite wartime conditions.
An eight month old terrier in West Preston Melbourne was bitten by a snake during a weekend rabbit pursuit. The 17 year old owner Graham Mooney sucked the puncture wounds with his knife to draw out venom and then carried the dog a half mile to the car. The grateful dog Nippy nuzzled him in gratitude.
A truck crash near Ayr left one woman dead and fifteen others injured. Les Smallwood of Ayr drove off Norham Road at Plantation Creek causing riders to be tossed aside. Among the injured were Eileen Lampton, Florrie Wallace, Mavis Wallace, Norma Cobbo, Lilla Lampton, and Henry Wallace with various fractures, concussions, and abrasions. Bar ney Bunn was treated and sent home.
Mr Robert Menzies accompanied by Sir Percy and La Spender met President Truman at the White House on Saturday. White House aides said the private visit was to pay respects before the party left for San Francisco en route to Sydney. It was not intended as an official statement, but it was believed they discussed recent conference talks in London.
The historic coronation chair and the Stone of Scone were relocated from the chapel of Edward the Confessor at Westminster Abbey to another area of the abbey. Dean Dr Alan Don said the move is part of coronation preparations as the Scone Stone had been removed from the abbey on Christmas Day.
A man recovering after a shark attack near Ree Gerwest as a fishing crew faced turmoil. The incident involved a shark striking a net and causing distress among the workers, with Mr. W. F. Potter aiding a injured man and driving him a long distance to receive care.
A community fears for a missing man whose movements since leaving work are a mystery. Relatives report a brother William was traveling from New Zealand for a reunion, and officials note the man has not been in hospital. The family suspects foul play pending further information.
Four hundred hams valued at about £1800 were destroyed in a fire at Swifts Pty. Ltd. ham smoking room on Saturday afternoon. Prompt employee action prevented wider damage. Cause is a mystery and loss affects Christmas allocations to Maryborough district traders.
A 26 year old watch maker Willy Brandes, missing since 1912 from Holzminden, reappears in Toowoomba Queensland. He sends a Christmas greeting to Holzminden, claims arrival of a Hungarian migrant wife Frau Lucia, and reports aid to local charities. Branded naturalised two years after arriving in Australia, he has lived in Australia about 42 years, working on farms at times.
Murwillumbah police rushed by truck to Condong after a motor cyclist led officers at high speed on the highway. A message from Coolangatta police urged road safety as officers pursued the rider and stated the man faced charges for driving under the influence and related offences.
Police in three states search for Mrs Carey after she vanished following a dispute with her four children in Brisbane. Record notes limited contact with investigators over the past week and unclear whereabouts since December.
New York dispatch says the Soviet Union pressed for the United Nations to take up the Korean prisoner issue before the Christmast recess. Gromyko cited killings of Communist prisoners during an attempted mass breakout and accused U S authorities in Korea of systematic extermination. General Mark Clark denied terror and mutiny by Communist leaders and pledged that the UN will take action against such acts.
The report notes a proposed Dajarra to Northern Territory railway with Queensland and Commonwealth talks. Sir Arthur Details from the Federal Treasury sought full construction and operation costs including rolling stock and cattle trucks. Officials stress Australia must boost its food potential and overseas export capacity to justify the project. The government plans to push ahead while notifying traders of allocations and salvaged stocks.
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