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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 01, 1926
Page
5
Australian report notes strong batting and high scoring as the visitors are dismissed for 499 with Andrews contributing key runs. Weather is described as fair with large crowd attendance, and names such as Woodfull Hendren Durston Macartney and Gregory appear among the listed players.
Sunday papers praise the Australian batting and bowling display with Major Trevor and Daily Telegraph remarks. Andrewes is hailed for the tour best display except Macartney against the MCC. Collins and Bardsley improved with solid efforts and hard work.
The Australian press lists England selections for two big games. On June 2 at Birmingham England faces Australia with Carr Jupp Holmes Sutelite Hallowes Watson Smith Why manl Larreod Geary Hootwild Paraona as twelfth man. At Lord's on June 5 England—Bughead Carr Chapman Allen Hobbs Woolley Hendrep Stradwick Tate Burcliffe Kalgar Macaulay The Hest Pender yeapt Jupp Stevens Gibaon Holmer Hathowes Sandham Hearne Larwond Giepherd and another to be selected. The Daily Telegraph notes Allen as a surprise pick and recalls his 1922 University form. Politically every member is first rate field.
Reports from Sydney describe ongoing coal strike tensions with minor delegates meeting in the north, west, and south fields to consider engine drivers. Federal officials face possible rebuke from Bonn as rank and file push for immediate termination of the strike amid imminent settlement hopes.
In Fremantle the Police Constable Tyhin Arthur Byudshoy attached to the Pr emantle police was fined £10 for possession of a tennis racquet valued about 60 shillings. The charge followed a sensational raid by detectives on three residences on April 13, uncovering alleged stolen property.
A railway official found a mutilated body beside the line on Saturday night near Thornbury while responding to a platform switch. The victim is identified as Matthew Hedward White, a man reported missing earlier. Police investigate the grim discovery and seek further information.
Ministers for Agriculture and Stolent Australia will meet in Brisbane to discuss 80 subjects affecting the Commonwealth’s agricultural dairy fruit and pastoral sectors. Proposals include embargo on Wael grows maize uniform grade standards milk export and drought insurance with state federal collaborations and marketing schemes.
New South Wales Railway Commissioners state extending existing lines to Canberra is practicable and economical. The route via Albury and Yass covers about 540 miles from Melbourne, with 413 miles of new track required to complete the link to the federal capital.
A damaged report describes a vessel beached near Adelaide after sailing from Port Pirie. Crew sought shelter as the ship listed and personal belongings were at risk, with some escapees noted and efforts continuing to secure the situation.
An early report describes Melbourne police arresting three suspects after a car theft on a town street. One suspect allegedly reached high speed before the pursuit ended and officers secured the trio.
A G Rambay gym proprietor and former mayor dies at 72 after a long illness. He was a prominent community figure and longtime leader in local affairs. Funeral arrangements were not immediately available.
In BIMSBANE during the eighth General Conference of the Methodist Church of Australia a long debate arose over a motion to add a rule forbidding dancing in church properties. Supporters argue dancing harms discipline while opponents warn the motion violates freedoms and could alienate youth. the decision was referred to committee for further consideration.
Sydney man Moulay Alfred Thomas Watson, 56, a former Penrith teacher, faced a criminal court on a charge linked to the death of his daughter Adda Murky Watson, 22. The trial led to a verdict of not guilty on insanity grounds and the judge ordered continuation of custody under Governor's procedures.
In Brisbane on Monday the Farleigh sugar estate awaited a prospective award covering Mackay district growers for the coming season. The liquidator held talks with growers while the cane price board considered the case. The board, led by Mr Justien O Sullivan, reserved judgment saying it would be premature to decide. the mill risked ruin without action, and negotiations with growers continued.
Seventeen balloons representing seven million started in the Gordon Bennett race at Antwerp. Strong winds and rough seas threaten balloon travel as religious figures and officials debate dancing and social risks in Sunday discussions.
A published joint report by Frank Telaan Rogert Ragthby and others surveys British aims in Russia including securing acknowledgment of private debts, expanding trade, and monitoring anti British propaganda. It notes potential concessions and warns that the Soviet Union may pursue long term credits via English finance while stressing cautious engagement amid German ties and Russo German alignments.
Readable fragments report cold weather in Glen Innes with warnings of continued low temperatures and possible further falls. Mentions Alelorty and Indnig with unclear context and potential threats of more weather damage.
London reports say miners’ leaders press for improved terms while Mr Baldwin's offer stalls. Demonstrations at Albert Hall see Mr Cook vow no retreat. plans hint at a new government proposal next Tuesday. Foreign coal trickles in and a few miners return to Mansfield and North Warwick.
Lieutenant-Colonel Durrout honoured South African War role in proving dominion loyalty to the Empire. About 150 veterans, in uniform and civilian dress, marched during lunch to the South African war memorial, underscoring shared pride in the empire's earlier victory.
Following recent promotions to commissioned ranks Brisbane police announce several non commissioned moves Detectives Serjeants and Sergeants gain senior roles across Brisbane districts including Maloney Cahill Meavor James Corbett Holden Reynolds Bonas and others in Bris bane Redcliffe Mungindi and South Briaband noted as acting positions in several cases
Workers in Sydney press for a 44 hour week with pay for 44 hours after a three week stoppage. Agreements with metal trades and couchmakers do not affect employees at Broken Hill Proprietary Steel Works. Delegates from BHP attend a Disputes Committee meeting as negotiations continue for a settlement.
London report describes the two royal heirs educated at the Wembley Parish Church as the imperial pageant unfolds. The sermon urged unity among the Dominions and the Union Jack, highlighting the crown's messaging and goodwill across the empire.
The Sugar Export Committee set a rebate for export sugar with a base per ton price of 210/15, amid protests over fair pricing of fruit products and concerns over herbal brands. Officials also noted a potential price cap and broader supply worries affecting the market.
Detectives Hutching and Denley traced a £97,000 securities theft aboard the Port Washington from Plymouth to New York. A mail room search uncovered clues and hidden loot, leading to the arrest of Albert Rosenberg aboard the ship and an accomplice seized in New York.
Reports say rioting began in Shanghai around 2 PM and by 4 PM most of Nanking Road had been cleared of Chinese. Volunteers and motorized squads aided police as crowds in Bhonghal districts damaged property but remained from broad violence.
Paris papers report a case involving a baby aged months who allegedly was given pins and other items by a 17 year old maid acting on orders from her mistress. Police investigations aim to uncover motive and verify the claims amid a series of similar accusations.
A conference on maize marketing features Mondey-BMI and F Macgregor proposing a five year Queensland maize pool to manage seed sowing after July 1 1920. They outline a six member board and discuss funding and control, with emphasis on farming interests.
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