06 Feb 1929
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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 06, 1929
Page
1
The catalog lists voiles crepe prints cottons art silks damask towelling voile nets cretonne flannelette and numerous remnants including laces ribbons and belts. It notes stand of ladies frocks voiles crepe de chine and linen pieces plus coats and tunics for children and men washing suits macintosh coats silk half hose and assorted undergarments with sizes 5 to 8 and shirts 14 to 16.
Paris dispatch notes the Spanish government’s victory appears hollow as public support wanes for General De Rivera. A new police department and broad powers to suppress opponents are reported, with arrests of ex-ministers and fear of wider unrest. London and Madrid cables cite synchronized risings in Valencia and Portugal, and gunboat arrivals in a port amid ongoing battles and reported army contagion to the navy.
Sydney faced a sultry night with a thunderstorm dropping heavy rain for an hour. Lightning killed two men, Noel Jamieson, 37, of Parramatta, thrown from a baker's cart and hospitalized with concussion, and Charles Gilles, 28, of Glebe, struck at Randwick tramway workshops, critically injured and hospitalized.
A royal health bulletin indicates King George VI remains steadily improving but slowly, able to sit for short periods over the weekend. A process for extending medical support through luminous therapy is discussed, with further plans pending. Ambulance arrangements and a test run for transport to Bognor are described as doctors monitor the recovery progress.
The Brisbane group of the Communist Party of Australia faces eviction after the Trades and Labour Council ordered removal. The secretary Mr Mulvey was to serve notice to quit the party, with a Brisbane spokesman alleging political differences and accusing union bosses of coercive tactics and hypocrisy.
In Brisbane the Arbitration Court heard James Wilson, a barman, seek membership in the Liquor Trade Union under clause 19 of the Bar Attendants Award. The court granted the application with a rider allowing entry fee limits to prevent exceeding the stated minimum. The union explained a sliding scale from 2/6 to £2. The decision preserves union preference for members while permitting nonmembers to contribute if allowed by the fee rule.
Joseph Clarke, a 21 year old wireless engineer, was sentenced to death in Liverpool after pleading guilty to the stabbing of Mrs Pontaine on October 26. Clarke stood in the dock with his hands in his pockets, offered no thanks, and faced Justice Finlay who warned him of the consequences of his plea.
Oil flow at the Blenheim bore near New Plymouth is estimated at 000 gallons per hour during test. After temporary cap removal for demonstration, a larger volume was noted. Waxy crude is sent to ground pits as pipes and a steel reservoir system are installed to channel from bore mouth.
In Adelaide the first innings closed at 369 for England trailing Australia by 35. Hobbs and Sutcliffe opened England's second innings. Hammond and Jardine built a patient stand as Grimmett bowled many maidens. Australia fielded solidly with steady bowling from Hendry, Hendry and Oxenham keeping the English batsmen cautious. Hammond reached a century, lifting England's scoring pace late in the day as Australia fought to restrict further progress.
Innisfail endures heavy rainfall with 777 points in two hours and 1875 in the past seven days. Low-lying areas flood while winds remain light and the Johnstone River stays at normal levels.
Unsolved case in Melbourne continues as Leslie Williams of Gbul burn remains missing a week after his car was found abandoned at Dennybrook. Police and locals weigh murder theory and body hidden as the leading possibility.
Brisbane on Tuesday logged 24 hours of rain with heavy totals along the tropical coast. Innisfail recorded 177 points and Mahindsa 428 while scattered storms affected the Darling Downs and Maranoa districts. Yeulba and Morven registered notable falls as the sky was mostly cloudy in the far south with lingering showers in the southeast interior.
Sydney timber workers face a deepening dispute with 2500 directly affected and calls for a Melbourne conference of 28 unions. The strike may spread to country mills and halt building in Sydney as timber reserves dwindle. In Melbourne over 3000 workers are affected with stoppages and talks on volunteer labor. A central strike committee plans a conference to challenge the Arbitration Court while country sawmills embrace broader action. West Australia reports no cessation of work as protests continue against the new award with a Labour party conference pending.
The government plans to adjust the New South Wales federal seats this year using the joint pool. Redistribution of seats in other states will wait until next year, with the aim of aiding Queensland in the final tally.
Brisbane casket drawing announces Golden Casket No 22% today with first prize to ticket 95 809 held by Stayathon Syndicate and W Cas prove Bathurety Now South Wales. Second prize to ticket 48 570 held by Lycasure and Nottingham. Third prize to ticket ... Townley Hage Bay Sydney.
A fragment reports extreme cold freezing the Magooi voyage to Varten and affecting Gondalna and others. It notes ships unable to move and crews dealing with the harsh conditions, with mentions of frost and ice disrupting travel.
Classified style listing for men and boys detailing double and single breasted goat effect suits, navy serge, grey serge, Australian tweed, and sergerette fabrics. Notes special show prices, sizes ranging from 3 to 7 for men and 7 to 13 for boys, with finished trims and fancy pocket details. Also includes bargain prices on extra special and ranger suit sets.
Men's felt hats in assorted shades including grey fawn and slate with bands and self trim. Sizes from 6 1/2 to 7 1/8. Special show pricing across men's and boys' felt hats in light grey fawn slate black with distinctive bands and leaf designs.
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