15 Jan 1937
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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 15, 1937
Page
1
A brief notice describes a fashion item titled Linen Bec Tuning I and a tailored skirt feature called Front Panel, noting its stylish design and practical details for wearers seeking refined understatement.
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A report notes calls to carry a Commonwealth referendum to empower marketing control while freezing workers’ strike actions. Widespread Baker and milling tensions arise as Southern lines threaten New South Wales supplies and Queensland production, with disputes over wheat imports and river shipping costs.
An outline of alleged mining fraud involving the Western Australia premier is discussed in parliamentary evidence. Accusations tie the premier to the Yellowstone Company and directorate links with possible defrauding schemes. The inquiry aims to determine responsibility while challenging the premier’s acts as Minister for Justice and overall conduct.
In Cape Town the second reading of the Aliens Bill was debated as ministers urged testing to prevent unwanted aliens from destabilizing population. The bill and provisions to curb immigration from Germany and Eastern Europe faced moves to defer to a select committee.
Lady Haig plans an Empire tour with a six month itinerary. She will travel from London to Australia, then Durkan and Wienges, visiting key colonies and meeting officials as part of royal duties.
Lumby, trading as Australian Primary Products Export Association, faces public examination after bankruptcy. He was arrested for disobeying court orders and linked to a 1954 German deal involving 3000 consignments of chillies. The examination, adjourned to February, hinges on assets, debts, and recovered sums.
Melbourne reports indicate Queensland Premier W. Forfon Savill remains in Melbourne amid coronation travel talks. A brief statement suggested he would be unable to attend if travel fatigue persists. The Labour Minister in Canada, Mr Boone, may be sent to London to represent Queensland at the Coronation.
Maryborough prepares for a by election with Labour backing a candidate and other parties, including the Queensland Country Party and potential opposition figures, signaling a contested local contest for the historic seat. The outcome may influence state politics and party standings ahead of broader by elections.
In Auckland on Thursday the stay in campaign by Westfield and South Town workers continued at King's Wharf. Waikato men at Mocotiu joined, demanding 40 hours and higher pay, while police avoided interference and builders prepared for possible forceful removal. Families gathered outside gates and provisions were distributed, as workers remained at the premises with a tense standoff threatening ongoing disruption to shipping and production.
Dr W J Wiley receives appointment to the Council for Belentitia and Fhiduekelal Rokeoreh, to lead research at Parpersion North New Zee. Last year her awarded Rennie fuedo recognized her originad work in chemistry, notably linked with the bullying industry.
Berlin authorities issue a decree to protect bread supplies by restricting wheat and rye production and require farmers to set aside grain for domestic use. Estimates indicate up to 2,000,000 tons of rye may be diverted, while plans to purchase fodder abroad are under consideration to secure food for citizens.
London reports British naval officers to inspect Spain related tensions as German bombardments target the Maia and Bilbao area. British steamer Brambill fired upon off Cane Tarkia by a Spanien cruiser amid stricter shipping controls.
A London dispatch notes footwear retailers plan to raise boot prices by end of May as leather costs climb and supply tightens. A Scottish manufacturer warns production will ease later as calfskin supplies shrink and hides become scarce, with wholesale shifts signaling broader price adjustments in the shoe trade.
Melbourne reports the RAAP Coronation Detachment details with a 36 man Royal Australian Air Force unit to attend the Coronation alongside a wealth contingent. The group includes officers and sergeants from Point Cooke and Richmond with names such as J Dy Metachian Boddison and A Brilye. The detachment undergoes a two month aircraft construction course after the ceremony, led by lieutenant J Dy Metachian.
In Sydney many years ago Miss Phyllis Rolfe wore her grandmother Julies Rolfe’s wedding locket at her ceremony in Mackay Queensland. The bride’s father Mr A Rolfe led the service with groom Mr P Patti son of Ram. The wedding featured family heirlooms and local ties as relatives from Inglewood Warwick and Wells Barr attended the nuptials. The bride’s face was the focus of the ceremony and the event highlighted a lineage of keepsakes.
In a report from London, weather hindered operations as Mammoth Casket is likely to be prawn next week. The government reels from losses as evacuation of civilians continues and ground positions shift under heavy shelling. International updates note the bombing of the British Embassy at Mevold and insurgent involvement, with official plans to respond.
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