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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 29, 1936
Page
5
Weekly broadcasting lineup lists morning and afternoon programs from WERW Daily News Network. Mentions include Nickaboch, Thad, and Rev. 3.8 Church services, with times around midmorning and early afternoon and references to local venues like East 108 and Sores.
London reports show slow decline in Australian egg supplies while a rise in New Zealand arrivals is noted. Traders expect Australians to reduce exports and head to the poid store seeking steadier prices in January.
Two men drown in the Barron River near Cairns amid strong currents. Le Grand and Norman Neary, both from local farms, were swimming together when a rapid stretch pulled them apart. McCurity tried to assist but the bodies were not recovered despite efforts.
London reports say the Duchess of Kent and her infant daughter are progressing well after birth. The princess weighed a certain amount at birth and no further bulletins are expected until the end of the week. The baby has twelve wires and resembles the late Prince Albert whose birthday was recently noted.
Weather pages report weekend storms bringing light to heavy rain across the state. Coastal and northern divisions recorded the highest totals, with several localities showing notable rainfall through the period.
Monday marks centenary commemorations in Glenelg with a reenactment of Governor Hindmarch’s landing from the Buffalo the ship that brought the first Governor to Australia a century ago. A dawn procession featured Danas Conhaert Waterhen Stunt Venetia and Yarrs as locals welcomed Hindmarch’s party. The event aims to recreate the landing that established South Australia as a colony on December 2 1840, with Governor Hindmarch portrayed and ceremony notes promising an accurate historic depiction.
A draft code for New South Wales proposes speed limits tuned to road type, with country roads capped at 9 miles per hour and urban areas at controlled speeds. The proposal, backed by the motorists safety committee, awaits government endorsement and insurer approval before adoption.
The Times correspondent cites a cautious British view on a Franco German pact and possible escalation in the Spanish crisis. A Berne telegram notes German leaders weigh options and prefer diplomatic moves after the next electoral phase, with observers warning against broader naval commitments.
A garbled Melbourne to London dispatch reports bicycle trials in Melbourne and military actions in Africa and the Middle East. It notes rebel air activity near Bentander, with mentions of Australians, British observers, and possible reprisals tied to ongoing hostilities. Names and dates are obscured by OCR errors, but several locations and figures appear in passing.
A boiler explosion aboard the Undine near Walsh Bay caused the tug to sink and the companion Buster to suffer severe damage. Debris and splintered timbers rained on rooftops as crewmen including Edward Verchant and Norman Deutsch were injured. The blast threw wreckage 20 yards, with extensive damage to warehouses and ships. authorities investigated likely ignition from tolera.
A prominent local figure reported to police that masked armed men abducted his son after a demanded ransom was refused. The boy, aged six, was held for eight days in May 1825 before release on payment of $2,000. Authorities continue to investigate the case.
Fragmented OCR text shows Mollison expressing fatigue and dissatisfaction with a recent return and planning a further official Dope record in January. Mentions delays, travel routes, and inability to access certain records from the last night, with implied missed opportunities and a desire for resolution.
A passenger returning to Auckland from London on the Naykunds died at sea Sunday. A post mortem ruled death from weak forturs. An inquiry by the Deputy Director of Navigation Lynhausee followed. J Burehb Mandich, a native of nigoslavla, had been based in Auckland and planned to attend the Chronation next May. Relatives are expected to be notified.
Andrew John Baxlur Westaster, a long time Queensland figure and miner, spent most of his life in Queensland and led in private hospital work. He was a member of the Master Brothers pastoralists and a former president of the Unite rulers association. His wife served as president of the Grazing Association of Central and Northern Australia.
Queen Mary II1 Taindon on Mondas suffers from a feverish illness marked by a & eald etnoe. The day known as Chetetoras Day is observed as they remain concerned about her condition and leadership.
In a bleak holiday period two people were killed in separate incidents across the Melbourne metro area. Authorities report a fatal crash near the city limits and a separate accident in a suburban road flood. The BDI backs a new traffic plan including police presence on peak routes to curb speed and crowds. Further details remain unclear as investigators probe timing and causation.
Brisbane Monday report describes a mission to Sydney by Mayor and Alderman Jones to pursue a loan and potential council additions. The council has already borrowed during the current financial year. Details of dates and amounts are unclear due to damaged text but indicate ongoing negotiations aimed at finalization on the forthcoming visit.
The Duke of Windsor sent a message expressing being touched by heartfelt congratulations from readers and writers. He regrets not personally acknowledging all veterans but thanks them and wishes a happy new year. The reply from George states mutual affection and a reciprocal gesture.
A garbled historical note traces famous apples and their origins in Britain, mentioning Blenheim Orange and other varieties. It references Taylor a British author, historic growers such as Cox and Bruichey, and long lineage of apple cultivars spread worldwide. The text highlights ancient and medieval contributions, names varieties, and touches on seasonal notes.
Infantile paralysis cases were admitted to Dunedin Hospital today. Two patients were described as under age and in a serious condition.
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