30 Jan 1937
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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 30, 1937
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR describes Shady Tat and Geer Fiaites in a confrontation at Fron with unclear locations and figures. Mentions Grey Hund st Bline and White Ribbon and Small Ploners with various price-like notations and reductions. The text is garbled with inconsistent spellings and dense shorthand.
An OCR fragmented sale notice lists children's wear with half price reductions and odd spellings. Items include slips, dresses, and shoes with various price reductions, though many words are garbled. The ad mentions low prices and reductions to fractions like 1/6 or 2/3 for several garments.
A garbled OCR segment lists numerous names and numbers with multiple date reductions and code phrases. It references individuals such as Bert Sleeven and Mildred NZOK, plus Navy and White themes, ending with Dewey 45 reduced to 22/6.
Canberra reports an official statement by Ir Tavons on a new Empire air rail scheme. The plan aims to develop seaplane routes to link Britain and Australia, with a projected cost near £300,000 and a subsidy-backed funding approach. Prime Minister Lyons may announce details tomorrow or Monday.
The first day of the Fourth Test at Adelaide produced a rain affected, stop start session with England bowling well and Australia faltering to 207 for seven. Bradman and others struggled to build good starts as misfields and sharp bowling disrupted the innings, while England hoped for a strong finish to dismiss Australia cheaply on a fickle wicket.
A garbled dispatch from London submits a view of an upcoming April mass trial in Moscow. It notes alleged former Communist leaders and figures such as Vishinsky and others facing charges, with counsel emphasizing the trial as a test of Bolshevik era crimes and political culpability. The piece hints at accusations tied to Trotskyist activity and past suppression, and reports on court proceedings and expected motions amid political tension.
Woman survives a dangerous accident when a candle or flame caused a veranda fire at a Brisbane residence. Mrs Altrit Bittrows of Gholmer narrowly avoids serious injury as the blaze destroys the house and damages the door and nearby items.
A garbled match report describes Bradman delivering a decisive innings with a steady strike, while Ames faced early difficulty and faltered at the crease. The Australia selector panel names Shearing, Saggock, and others in the context of the test, with Brown opening and Pingleton contributing pivotal singles. The wicket conditions favored batsmen and the fielding was brisk as the innings progressed, leaving opponents under pressure.
The article outlines a British discussion on Princess Elizabeth's status and the potential regency if she were under 18, with Duke of Gloucester proposed as regent. It cites constitutional mechanics for royal instructions abroad and notes shifts in who might govern while the sovereign is away. It also details a cricket match narrative with Brown, Pinglet, and Verity performing for the team, highlighting innings, wickets, and key partnerships.
In Wellington Frida a bank clerk aged around 20 was killed during a robbery at the New Zealand bank. The案 accused men Wyatt and others faced charges in the Magistrate's Court. Evidence described the shooting and ensuing pursuit through streets, with testimonies about the evening’s events and the involvement of Cowie at the scene.
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