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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 29, 1932
Page
1
Sydney report notes Boomi Shire Council resolved to proclaim Alsatians as noxious animals within the shire. Landowners must destroy their dogs or face fines up to 30 pounds and possible destruction of the animal with owner covering expenses. Police say a month ago there were no Alsatians in the district.
News wires report a transcontinental flight forced to land between Forrest and the Silversay ranges. Whelan remained with the downed craft as Baker and Stuckey left to seek help. The crew endured hardship with limited water and bread. a subsequent air search located Whelan and confirmed quick relief was needed.
On the flight to New Zealand the Southern Crow plans a departure from Gerringong Beach between 2 pm and 4 pm on January 10 or when weather allows. Attending are Sir Charles Kingaford Smith and co pilot P Taylor navigator J Stanhage wireless operator J Percival. Smith notes he requested a small dock watch chronometer from the Navy, valued as essential for navigation.
Defence Department reports a Moth plane crashed at Wau New Guinea on Monday. Pilot F Drayton and passenger L Harper an American, were killed. Drayton’s wife and child witnessed the crash as the engine stalled after takeoff at 50 feet. The aircraft struck a tree, went down, burst into flames, and observers attempted to rescue the men but were unsuccessful.
A 1700 case Fiji bananas shipment due in Sydney via the Niagara on Bat is expected to cause a market stir. Fruit growers claim uncertainty over who will handle the fruit after some threatened boycotts against agents, with speculation that a new outside firm may operate a special line.
In Sydney at Neutral Bay a boat capsized with four occupants, three Whaley brothers and Len Carrer. After 45 minutes in water the wind capsized the craft again, two freed themselves, one was rescued after 90 seconds submerged. Whaley was exhausted but dragged to shore 260 yards away, then they returned to recover the boat.
An Australian report from Auckland notes a car crash near Tokulta where driver Charles Harvey was severely shaken and Mrs. Marvey was taken to hospital. Three children were hurled from the vehicle but caught on the cliff face and escaped with minor injuries.
France faces a December 15 debt installment as the government moves to renew negotiations. The statement followed talks between M. Paul Bonjour and the American ambassador, Mr Edge, reported by press men.
A 7 year old child and a worker named Joklo died after an ore truck overflow brushed an overhead live wire at Mount Isa mine. Joklo rested against the wire and was electrocuted as a train moved inward. current was switched on later, sealing his death within minutes. The mine reported the incident, and a cable was sent to Joklo’s wife in Finland.
A federal government wool conference will meet in Sydney on January 9 to review the Federal committee's recommendations. A special convention of the Organia Federal Contesh will occur in Melbourne on January 18 to discuss the committee's suggestions. New South Wales will be represented by F Tout Norman Kater and J Walker with Adetrhilan Wool Growers Council meeting January 19 to further weigh the recommendations.
Brisbane report says 12 year old Gladys Wendt died after a falling tree struck her hand during farm clearing at Wondalley. She was struck on the head and body, rushed to hospital, and died three hours after admission. Jorge Brangh is mentioned in connection with the incident.
Figures indicate a smaller rail traffic year despite not having full details. A department political view suggests the figures were not favorable to the department, but the exact impact remains unclear.
A party of five was swept from their boat by a strong current near Arouthport. Two members were rescued by lifeboat crews after life jackets kept them afloat. the rest hailed the lull in the waves and reached safety with minor injuries reported.
Reports say both teams have arrived in Melbourne to prepare for the second test with Bradman's availability uncertain. England selections expected tomorrow while Healy may drop Oxenham. the outer harbour project in Mackay faces a £800,000 loan and a £1,000,000 issue with firm government guarantees.
A major fire destroyed a block of nine tenements, a theatre, reading room, lecture room, library, birds room, and earth room last night. Tenants lost all property. damage estimated at £10,000 amid earlier arson fears and suspected arson activity in tenanted premises.
Fragmented text references a convention at Ka toomba in January and proposals on political matters and union dues. Mentions a reduction in union members or dues from 125 to 20, with distorted names and phrases.
Heavy rains in north Queensland disrupted telephone and telegraph lines. About 40 services at Babinda were interrupted while many lines in Townsville and other districts were disconnected. Repairs would proceed as conditions allowed.
Flooding from heavy rains swamped streams in Catane area delaying railway traffic. By morning the Babinde Creek and Russell River were below the railway, while Mul grove Creek remained high at 1A inches above and then fell. No delay reported yet.
Major Phillips once in charge of Australian garrison now Chelmsford jail governor staged a peaceful Christmas disrupted by prisoners in the punishment block shouting banging tin mugs and demanding more jam on Boxing Day. Warders quieted the disturbance as cries of more Christm as jam echoed across the block and beyond.
Ottawa reports a two party trade deal between Canada and Germany. The arrangement foresees temporary tariff preferences while long term terms are negotiated over a thirty five year period. Canada gains access to German goods through an intermediate tariff scheme as a step toward broader trade talks.
Fragmented text references ladies' vests made of woven cotton and road wear details. Limited readable items suggest a fashion note or catalog snippet without clear names, dates, or explicit events.
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