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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 10, 1939
Page
1
Readable text shows an ad style listing men’s wear including cardigans and pullovers with notes on colors sizes and special pricing. Mentions wool items and general sale language with references to prices and stock descriptions.
A London report on wealth across classes discusses government measures, international alignments, and economic strategies. It notes prospects for unity with Turkey and Greece, hope for a broader consensus, and the aim of peace in the Mediterranean while stressing security and cautious diplomacy.
Canberra report outlines a tense Parliament with Labour and the Country Party split on national insurance, Coalition fractures over Earle Page leadership, and the prospect of a coalition rethink as ministers fear an election. Key MPs threaten vote against government, complicating Morrison era policy and party unity.
News from Sydney reports the Niagara liner, with 450 passengers aboard, settling a dispute among apprentice engineers over quarters during a overhaul at a cost near £50,000. The crew had threatened to strike, prompting management and union discussions as Britain and Europe consider broader settlement efforts.
Canberra reports Parliament tabling a wealth census schedule requiring all individuals and corporations owning property worth 808 pounds or more to answer ninety questions on financial affairs. The measure, tied to a wealth census under an amendment, faced heavy debate over privacy, defence funding, and potential impact on political stability.
Fragmented Melbourne report notes Premier refuting Victoria's 3M,090,000 expenditure claim and citing allocations to New South Wales, Queensland, and other regions. Mentions tramways board, conversion work, and rail-related costs amid a period of budget contention.
Government delays push into late hours as Labour and Senate push for the National segregation bill and related reforms. Members were rushed to catch trains as a committee vote on the National Rewefiration Bill spilled past 4 24 pm amid protests and stonewalling. The day closed without completion after two days of debate.
Brisbane reports reveal cabinet planned to abolish lingering discrimination against Chinese Australians in public service appointments and railwork jobs. Opposition protests delayed progress as a “guillotine” timetable was adopted amid tense debate over defense and governance.
The Romanian Foreign Minister, quoted by the London press, asserts Romania will defend its sovereignty and territory against German demands. He pledges steadfast resistance, even at the cost of heightening tensions in the region, as deputies consider national defense priorities.
A damaged OCR report from the Pacific describes the rescue of Fotini Carras crew after Potini Carras wrecked on Mellons Reef 270 miles west of New Caledonia. The Australian ship Australien guided by Captain Burch assisted, with the Danish ship and others coordinating diving and pickup. Survivors were eventually taken aboard the Australien as rescue efforts concluded.
In Brisbane three men faced charges in the Criminal Court for an alleged smash and grab at Valley Jewellers. George Edward Dark and others admitted involvement. They were convicted, with one receiving a term and others jailed on bond suspensions, while some accusations were upheld by a jury.
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