09 Jul 1936
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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 09, 1936
Page
1
The article reports an immediate start to a trade war with Japan effective from today. It notes government action, aims to curb imports, and may impact tariffs, industry responses, and potential retaliations. Specific dates or participating agencies are mentioned.
News report outlines Australia and Japan negotiating over export duties amid a broader trade confrontation. It notes Japan’s insistence on maintaining tariffs, Australia’s push for reciprocal access, and authorities’ hopes to resume talks in a framework acceptable to both sides.
A Brisbane conference of the Australasian Press Association delegates discussed fairness to the Queensland Press and the press’s needs for readers. Mr Hanlon urged balanced media representation, praising Queensland's development and harbor projects while noting trade with Japan and proposed imports restrictions. Wages, promotions, and pay scales for bankers were detailed, including junior and senior officer increases and a revised salary schedule for bankers.
A Brisbane man was found guilty of manslaughter over a death at a watchhouse on May 2. The trial revealed the suspect Williamson, 20, claimed to be in a trance, with the crown detailing past offenses and seeking a substantial sentence.
Sydney notes a debate on importing Australian butter to Britain and opening Australian restaurants in Grey Town. Mr Singleton proposed backing from the Registers Producers Union to improve price parity between Danish and Australian dairy products. The extant plan seeks retail chain expansion and better advertising, arguing coordinated marketing can lift demand and standardize quality, with opposition citing feasibility and cost. The motion was defeated.
Canberra reports that Prime Minister Tyce announced a national memorial for Kingsford Smith. The government expects Aldared by the Federal Government this week, with Kingsford Smith likely to be commemorated in Canberra.
Captain G F Ainsworth of Brisbane has a long public profile as a business figure. He led Antarctic expedition ties in 1911 and served in various government and advisory roles, later becoming general manager of the Barnett Guise Rubber Company in Queensland. He will start his new duties immediately.
A fragmented page discusses unresolved wartime draft issues and neutrality debates. Mentions Britain, Plymouth, Scapa, Black Sea, and naval stances. References to exemptions, manufacture controls, and licensing matters amid tense international maneuvering. Skeletal dialogue signals continuing divisions and cautious positions among powers.
BRISBANE Wednesday The Queensland Government aims to act promptly in response to Commonwealth concerns over invasion threats. Health and Home Affairs Minister Hunton said today the state has received a Commonwealth communication and will seek protection plans involving police, fire brigades, and other safety units to ensure peacetime readiness.
Australia faces a sharp drop in butter exports for the year ended June 80 1330 with shipments totaling 94 tons amid drought and wet conditions. Demands from the United Kingdom and Wales remain cited while shipments to Europe suffer due to poor harvests.
Transcribed from a Glasgow newspaper item detailing a historic Freedom of the City grant to a premier figure. The piece notes the ceremonial charter, the city’s tribute, and mentions a revocation context tied to political figures and postwar trade implications.
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