06 Feb 1934
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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 06, 1934
Page
1
Readable text advertises boys navy serge suits with full polish and fit, boys tweed school suits, striped pajama sets in strong Oxford fabric with fast colour, offered at value prices for boy customers. The fragment references several items but lacks complete details on sizes and brands.
A Brisbane buyer reports a sharp rise in gold prices driving many to cash in sovereigns and old gold. He notes sentiment swinging wildly as people rush to sell while prices peak, with many holding on despite recent selling.
A mother and three children drowned when a boat capsized on the swollen Macintyre River near Stuartville station, 30 miles from Goondiwindi. The husband survived after a frantic rescue attempt as police and grappling teams moved to recover the victims. Names and exact ages were not confirmed, but May, aged about 25, was from Goondiwindi and planned to travel to Adelaide by fishing boat.
The wedding is set for St Andrew's Church of England in Lismore next Thursday. Groom Keith A Virtue is a 24 year old pilot with New England Airways Ltd and part of the Queensland Aero Club since 1928. Bride Misa Shita Robinson is the daughter of G A Robinson, managing director of New England Airways, and holds a private pilot's license. Reg Robinson, her brother, manages the New England Africa division and plans to travel to Lismore with his fiancée for the ceremony.
The Home Secretary announced the mammoth Casket will be drawn at the Town Fall one night next week. A new schedule for the Golden Casket is being prepared and details will be released after the drawing. It is believed tickets may be issued in a range of special chests at 10 shillings.
Northern towns endure rising floodwaters over Inkerman ridge as disruptions hit rail service. A freight train faced delays and a Brisbane-bound passenger service redirects via alternative lines due to damaged tracks.
A locally reported mission delegation led by Dr. Lathan from Melbourne will voyage for three months to visit Dutch East Indies, Malaya, Hong Kong, and Japan. The initiative aims to foster goodwill and strengthen regional ties.
Moscow correspondent warns Far East tensions could trigger war with Japan as Soviet defenses and submarines loom. Roosevelt and Hull weigh policy to avoid entanglement while Tokyo readies Manchukuo railways and air bases for a potential strike. Washington signals no naval parity treaty.
In Brisbane on Monday officials from the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research and the Queensland Meat Industry Board oversaw stowage tests in a gas tight chamber prepared for loading 300 quarters of beef aboard the Idaomeneus bound for London. Dr. J. R. Vickery and Mr. N. E. Holman discussed data collection and cooling techniques as Alfred Holt and Company adapted a Blue Funnel refrigerating chamber for this trial.
Canberra observers question who will cover the £60,000 annual patent rights loss after the government's cancellation of its deal with Amalgamated Wireless. The move ends March 1 and a new Australian Technical Services group claims rights, while royalty arrangements remain unsettled with AW and other parties.
Five principal mines on the Golden Mile resumed work amid quiet conditions. Sgnor Maraolini sent £140 for Italian victims relief. Five British workers refused service for alleged offences linked to the strike, pushing the union issue aside as foreigners returned to work. A foreigners’ committee plans rebuilding aid while housing remains crowded in groups. Government action to provide relief is awaited.
A Brisbane note records Mr. J Talty meeting Home Secretary and being told promotions in non-senior ranks depend on the Commissioner. The minister signals potential trial reporting to settle rivalries between factions, while observers warn of wider imperial tensions and looming conflict echoing prewar Europe.
Canberra reports focus on British loan strategy as London maneuvers to convert pounds and secure stable terms. Neville Chamberlain signals cautious optimism while authorities consider finalization by month’s end. Estimated totals show cumulative conversions reaching several million pounds with projected annual gains.
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