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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 03, 1938
Page
4
Archdeacon H W Stevenson, formerly planning a Warwick weekend, has cancelled his engagement due to heavy duties in Brisbane. On Thursday the appointment of Archdeacon Bibverison as Bishop of Grafton was announced.
Church notices list Warwick Baptist worship and communion on June 5 with a 7.30 pm service led by Pastor W. G. Doull. Other mass times and locations referenced include O Lewys, Lucky Valley, and Gerymere with morning services noted on June 4 and 12.
The article argues drought will harm agriculture and economy for years, urging water conservation and afforestation. It highlights the burden on farmers, dairymen, orchardists, graziers, and sheepmen, and notes limited state help while stressing personal responsibility to store feed and improve pastures.
The Warwick Hospitals Board accepted a Queensland Department of Health offer for the Le Conairie Mon Of project adding a new wing to the Warwick General Hospital. Nine tenders were received and forwarded with a recommendation to proceed, funded entirely from Golden Casket funds, with works to start immediately. The Soldiers Memorial Hall is hosting an official opening tomorrow at 4 30 pm conducted by Mrs Healy.
Events include boxing at Warwick Stadium with the Wipers and Caged Bird and Bantam Club. Also listed are MEP regular meeting at Hibern ame tall at 7 30 pm and a presentation by Br J Lingal titled A Vonr Roan Netalbe With 4 Camera.
A financial committee and several subcommittees were appointed at a Warwick Downs gathering to investigate the society's finances, report to the federal commission, and push recommendations. New roles included show pavilion use for college students on June 10, and representatives to a Warwick City Council meeting.
The article outlines plans by St Mark's Vestry to extend and modify the church facilities. It details enlarging the vestry, expanding the chapel, and creating a columbarium and baptistry. It notes tower expansion, a western transept addition, and reconfiguration of the nave and gallery to improve acoustics and space. The foundation stone was laid years ago, with a 30 year project timeline and involvement of prominent church figures. Archdeacon and bishop attendance are noted for upcoming meetings to discuss the proposal.
London reports the retirement of Sir Maurice Hankey prompts immediate cabinet shifts. Neville Chamberlain becomes Prime Minister with August 1 effective date. TB Bridges named Permanent Secretary and Secretary of the Cabinet, Sir Rupert Howorth Clerk of the Privy Council and Deputy Secretary of the Cabinet, Onlowe WL Lemay Secretary of the Feminutewe of Imperial Defence.
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