05 Jun 1939
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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1939
Page
1
Officials confirm 98 sailors are doomed as the submarine sinks to the sea bottom. The vessel is overwhelmed and rescue efforts are canceled. The decision ends any realistic chance of survival for those aboard.
Dramatic night voyage details as the Guba ferries toward Port Hedland then sails for Cocos Island under turbulent weather. Reports describe salvage efforts on the Thetis, casualties, and ongoing rescue attempts amid uncertain winds and dangers at sea.
Paris on Saturday saw Cadin Alston clock 1840 minutes to fly 644 miles non stop, tying a women’s distance record and surpassing the previous mark. The feat, achieved from Tales t6 Bahar, marks a major milestone in female aviation records with Burstieth Lion s FAAted.
CHURLOE WALKER, 35, single, narrowly escaped drowning when a car driven by LEALIE NEWELL crashed into a creek near Kirkdale early morning. Walker suffered pelvis fracture and internal injuries. Newell and a third occupant FRANK BENNETT MII also injured. They were taken to Brisbane General Hospital for treatment.
Fragmented report quotes a speaker urging arming to the teeth and condemning Britain’s encirclement policy while detailing Germany’s prewar armament buildup, economic strain, and shifting defense posture. The piece references German military leadership, manpower, uniforms, and emphasis on readiness amid escalating tensions.
Dr George Gruber in charge comments on funds earned during the New Zealand tour. He says 15 players left with a portion of wages withheld and remittance to be sent home within weeks. He notes familiarity with a prior export ban on money affecting earnings and mentions a boy named Day from Iron Palin who joined a New Zealand choir and will return to Autre for a warning.
Prime Minister Menzies opens a new Roman Catholic church in Canberra. He urges burying denominational division to unite Christians. Attending are Archbishop Gilroy and local Catholic bishops while critics fear sectarian strife.
In Brisbane on Sunday Dr Wand warns that casual intemperance causes numerous accidents. He cites rising fatalities and urges stronger temperance measures. The report notes public health concerns and calls for community action against alcohol abuse to reduce harms.
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