30 Dec 1938
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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 30, 1938
Page
1
A government plan outlined by the Attorney General proposes a major electricity and briquette scheme. Experts led by Tedbern detail hydrogenation improvements to enable commercial scale production, asserting costs and outputs for a 60000 ton per unit facility.
A gunshot near Medilus yesterday left a youth fatally wounded just below the heart. Three other boys were with him when the incident occurred as they fled the scene and carried the wounded boy toward help. His companions led authorities to the bereaved father, who transported him to hospital where doctors found the bullet had pierced the chest. Despite transfusions, the boy died. The arrested man faces charges as investigators work to determine the weapon used and the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
A salesman was remanded on a charge of false pretences before General Police Court today. He allegedly deceived Lance Bernard Kaan and Wilson Mladen Moves by promising release from prison for a fee, intending to obtain money from the administrator. The defendant was remanded to January 16 with bail set at 200 pounds.
The Prime Minister Lyonsaid of Devonport stated that he supports voluntary recruiting in the campaign. He implied only he and Mr. Bughes approved the approach while other ministers would join Canberra in backing the plan, signaling unified government backing if the campaign succeeds.
A high wing twin engine De Havilland plane named Piamigo conducted a trial flight in London on a Wednesday. The aircraft carried 12 to 17 passengers and achieved an estimated cruising speed over 200 miles per hour. An on board examination followed the test, with notes on performance and safety aspects.
London reports border tensions in Somaliland as Britain France and Italy discuss a four power conference to avert war. Mussolini leans toward mediation with Chamberlain and possible autonomy talks for Alians in Tunisia while Paris considers a topographical survey and Djibouti frontier issues.
Sir George Pearce, who retired from the Senate after 31 years of service, is named to join the Commonwealth Grants Commission. The appointment follows Prime Minister Lyons indicating support for a former politician in government posts. Pearce replaces Tasmanian member Dr. L Creasey, who retires due to ill health, with ongoing adjustments to ensure fair representation for Western Australia, Tasmania, and South Australia.
About 36 surfers were rescued by use-saving patrol at Kuve Meech after being swept by backwash off Kirea. Ambulance crews treated several who were seriously affected. The most serious incident involved Magwell McMillan who spilled hot tea on himself, requiring hospital observation at Currumbin.
An early morning collision between a train from ML Im and a van at Richmond left Herbert McMurtrie aged 82 and George Bowler dead, with George Frederick Galton 28 among the victims. Fire and steam hampered rescue as crews removed bodies from the cab amid dense smoke and heat.
The London bound Greek tanker Atlas is detained by warships near Palma. The cargo worth £10000 is British owned and insured. Britain demands immediate release in coordination with allied authorities amid tensions with Greece.
Melbourne and Canberra react to the sudden illness and death of Chief Justice of the Commonwealth Court of Arbitration Justice Dethridge. The long serving Victorian jurist, educated at Melbourne University, led major inquiries and arbitration on workers compensation and national insurance. His private funeral was held at Springvale Crematorium.
Local wheat buyers struggle to settle price with Wheat Board as millers source from the south while Queensland growers await terms. Officials warn a government stance could favor southern wheat, risking Victoria or Queensland producers. The impasse delays sales and payment arrangements amid market pressures.
In Hollywood California the third wife of comedian Stan Taare seeks a divorce amid a cascade of civil ceremonies and rumors. A fire department visit to his home arose from a reported disturbance as the couple faces ongoing marital tension and public scrutiny.
Premier signals government action to curb rising bread costs while stressing public interest. Mr Binns reports 27,400 bushels sold to millers in two weeks, with total pool intake reaching 7,780,000 bushels. further payments to farmers expected later, but timing uncertain.
Roker Tunes, an engineer at Papuan GU Development Company, fell ill this week and did not respond to Velotment at Port Moresby Hospital. He was flown to Cairns in company air ambulance and admitted in serious condition. Diagnosis pending.
A Royal Commission chair, Justice Detninge, was named to oversee medical service ties under national insurance but could not complete the inquiry. tributes flow for Chief Judge Delridge praising his work ethic, impartiality, and tireless mental effort amid industry and industrial arbitration debates.
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