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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1929
Page
1
An advertisement promotes "truth advertising" for furniture with guaranteed satisfaction and low prices. It lists various bedroom suites in oak, maple, and other woods, including beds, wardrobes, dressers, and pedestals, with numerous price tags and fabrications. The ad emphasizes obtaining quotations to prove value.
In Kedron Park inquiry into Jockey J Ryatt death during the Third Division Handicap on May 27, witnesses allege a jockeys ring and graft. Reg Barvey testifies of scrimmage near the four furlong pole and Ryatt’s fall, while others speak of payments and interference for wins.
A Sydney schoolboy who swelled like a balloon after a punching accident received a dramatic operation at Western Suburbs Hospital. Surgeons inserted incisions to release trapped air, deflating the tissue swelling and easing respiration. The boy’s condition improved and he is now out of danger.
The Cabinet discusses a land policy to fulfill election pledges and boost settlement in Queensland. It proposes legislation to promote land development and production, restore freehold rights, and repeal restrictive powers while examining tenure on cattle holdings and sheep grazing lands. The Land Administration Board will assess settlement in central and western grazing regions.
London report details Mr Ram say MacDonald presenting his new cabinet through a film taken in the Downing Street garden before the meeting. He introduces ministers one by one, naming Snowden, Henderson, Clynes, and others, including Bondfield as the first woman privy councillor. It is understood Ben Turner will be Mines Secretary.
A fire at Allan Street dairy in Leichhardt caused an ammonia cylinder to explode with great force. The cylinder was hurled 400 yards, crashed through the kitchen, injuring J. Macartney with cuts and shock but leaving him otherwise unharmed. Firemen and nearby worker sustained injuries from debris.
The Toowoomba region reported its coldest June morning with the thermometer dropping to 20 degrees. Frost was recorded for the first time since July 1019, marking a rare deep-freeze for the area.
Report from Canberra describes an air link test with a wireless transmitter and generator as part of a communications effort during Mr Abbott's visit. The system aims to enhance communication with aircraft while in flight, with Amalgamated Wireless noted for the apparatus.
The Barndine reached the outer harbour yesterday with 74 people aboard for Gallipoli. Twelve South Australians are set to join the voyage at Adelaide on Wednesday. Fremantle ship tones will carry them to the jamharan in England.
A London correspondent notes a possible Washington trip by Mr. MacDonald to discuss Anglo American relations with Mr. Habver. MacDonald plans to travel to Logeiemouth tomorrow and return June 2, with no definite dates until Dawes and Hoover meet. Parliament may recess June 26 with potential adjournment to Gatober. Plans for a U.S. trip to align Labour views are discussed.
Conflicting statements from two parties about bush mill operations in Melbourne district. Hardwood Millery Association says over 50 bush mills are active and 190 workers sent to rural districts while Lukin award claims most bush mills are idle with no prospects to reopen. Local tensions underline ongoing conflict in timber industry.
London reports show the King in better health with general improvement noted. Court officials describe today’s condition as eminently satisfactory and hope to see continued recovery. Sir Haigh Rigby confirms positive signs and endorses the favorable outlook for the monarch’s well being.
Ten Dutch destroyers head for Willemstad in the Dutch East Indies following an invasion by about 600 armed Venstrusians who overran the island. They seized arms and ammunition, imprisoned the governor and garrison commander, and forced a U.S. steamer to carry the invaders back to the mainland.
The proposed Crown land administration outlines objectives to encourage land settlement, increase state population, and boost production of marketable land products. The plan envisions varied tenure systems, non compulsory perpetual leases converting to freehold where possible, and new agricultural farms opening under tailored rules.
Fatal accident marred the Tala of Man trophy race as C Ante hy crashed an hour after an Imperial debut Ad mites. He died after being rushed to hospital.
At a Cabinet meeting Mr Moora and the government decided to ask Imperial authorities to issue a royal patent elevating Brisbane’s chief magistracy to Lord Mayoralty. The request was approved and will be forwarded to the Imperial Government for transmission to His Majesty.
An investigation revealed improper handling of telephone wires leading to a subscriber obtaining cheaper service than entitled. An employee was dismissed and others faced disciplinary measures as the department seeks to uphold honor and public trust.
Pleading argues lower value income tax and double taxation adjourned. Charles Jena Pour, a speculative Brighond dealer, fined £2100 as inspector finds true income £2796 with tax £11 1 3 and years to 1815 back returns entirely false.
Through failing to poll a sufficient number of votes in the recent general elections, all candidates forfeited their £20 nomination deposits, totalling £120 in forfeitures. Listed forfeitants include J. Durjin Fortitude Valley left wing, A. Morris Townaville left wing, J. Miles Brisbane Communist, A. O Lean Murrumba Independent, W. Juakwon Townsville Independent, and Y. O Keefe Urishane Independent.
The well known jockey Denny Price drowned when he fell from a frame Hrilee while crossing Mulgrave River. He vanished beneath the thawing water and his body was recovered after a long search. Price was a familiar figure in New South Wales racing circles and Western Queensland.
A formal inquiry into charges of improper conduct was concluded today in Melbourne. After adjournment, counsel indicated that the board would present its findings to the secretary of the Treasury.
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