08 Feb 1929
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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 08, 1929
Page
1
Furniture ads list a dining room suite with table and chairs, sideboard, and end table. Items include carved chairs, upholstered pieces, and a matching dining set with mortised joints. Pricing unclear. descriptions emphasize finish, materials, and assortment in stock.
In Adelaide the Australian team pressed for a historic win as Ryder anchored the chase with a patient innings and fine bowling, lifting the side from a losing position to 224 and then guiding the bowlers as England fought to hold back the trigger. Walto and Woodhill provided stubborn resistance while Ryder’s 82 minutes at the crease shaped the outcome.
A government minister announced ongoing railway improvements over four and a half years ending December, detailing funding for permanent way upgrades, bridge strengthening, new locomotives and rolling stock. The programme includes £87,000 for relaying track, £200,000 for bridge work, and £2,480,000 on rolling stock and workshops, with several new engines, carriages, and wagons added.
Reported clash outside a yard as workers returned, police and miners involved. A chaotic scene left several injured, including the head of a local family, with stones and baton blows cited amid the crowd stampede.
Report shares a death near Ropitt where a body was found in a cave at a rock shelter on Tuesday. The wounded victim died of injuries after a thunderstorm and rock collapse. Witness Miss Kennedy Nea Gow Lor and others recount the scene while authorities seek a full statement. police investigate the cave’s mystery and potential foul play.
A mob of about one hundred and twenty villagers arrived near Camel demanding food and drink. When the innkeeper refused they assaulted and barricaded doors. Police arrived after a violent standoff ending with arrests and curfew actions as tensions cooled.
A Covenmbis blaze destroyed multiple buildings including hotels and two banks in Coonamble. Rapid flames swept both sides of the thoroughfare causing extensive damage estimated around £100,000 to £200,000 with only the Gowmercial Bank spared. Firefighters faced a tense night as the townwide fire brigade fought the blaze.
The text reports a formal session where London Aker presides and a chairperson and vice-chairman are elected. It notes retirement of a member and a focus on five enabling actions, with multiple references to the Warren Bolnt Coxtuel.
Fragmentary OCR reports floods feared in northern riverine districts including Hastings and Magleey. Fire incidents and necessary evacuations noted as authorities caution residents. Prolonged rainfall and rising water levels trigger alerts for nearby towns and potential transport disruption.
Fragmented OCR notes describe storms and rough conditions across Downs and nearby ports. References to cyclones, tornados, and vessel activity hint at disruption to sailing routes and harbor operations amid unsettled seas and shifting winds.
A detailed listing showcases hand bags and pouches in leather and cloth styles. Prices range from 10/6 to 42/0 with variations in lining and decorative mounts. The ad highlights new shapes and plantion trim as well as staged retail locations in Town, Gruya, and Blacks Stusbraase.
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