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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1954
Page
1
A boy was killed and another seriously injured when an American mortar bomb exploded in the Brisbane suburb of Inala. A survivor said the boys tapped the bomb on concrete to see if it would go off amid rumours Inala harboured wartime unexploded ordnance. Police investigated as residents described the area’s hazards and authorities prepared to act on the findings.
Maryborough dispute centers on Walkers Ltd workers and management over a claim of 2/4 a week versus 18/1 court award. The men call the firm flogging a dead horse and urge dialogue to bridge the gap, noting profits and dividends would suffer without workers returning.
An extensive air search over New South Wales coastal waters yesterday revealed no trace of the 27 foot launch. Police continued coordination with authorities this morning to decide where to press the search next, amid ongoing inquiries and official statements.
A confusing OCR fragment reports a surprise ASP decision on New South Wales liquor hours. The readable text is garbled and does not provide clear entities, dates, or outcomes for reliable summarization.
Readable fragments report three climbers found roped together on Mount site in harsh snow. Details unclear but the group appears to have died instantly during the ascent near high slopes and rugged terrain. Names, dates, and exact location are not provided in the available text.
Brisbane reports Queensland faces what could be the worst bushfire year yet says Sarat Fire Board secretary R Healy. Grassland dryness and frost, with thousands of miles of fire lines being prepared, threaten aviation and rural areas as brigades expand to meet rising risk across Mughenden and Tambo districts.
Admiral Carney, Naval Operations member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, warned that the United States must take timely action to stop Communist advances or risk losing influence and facing grave jeopardy. He said major war is not imminent but a low grade conflict could escalate if present gains continue, with a choice between defeat or decisive action.
Melbourne report describes a United States Air Force Globemaster landing at Laverton in strong northerly wind. Carrying 42 engines for B 29s, plus 4 crew, the giant plane is noted as the largest airlifter ever seen in Australia. The flight was part of Operation Handclasp.
Brisbane report outlines the United Grassers' Association calling for ending restrictions on merino sheep exports. ME WA Gunn and colleagues, returning from wool boards talks with New Zealand and Australian officials, express confidence in wool's future and urge liberalized trade to boost farming profitability.
FARIS Pierre Mendes France left wing Radical who advocates cloned econ omic lars between Britain and France. President Coty invites him to form a government. Mendes-France has urged an end to the Indo China war and may seek investiture soon despite uncertain support in the National Assembly.
Melbourne reports the Victorian Labour Government was directed by the A L P annual conference to form a commission to fix a base wage for Victoria. The conference backed legislation to apply the state basic wage a 40 hour week and minimum conditions from Shops and Factories and Health Acts to workers covered by industrial awards. A Moulders union leader claimed many Victorians would not accept any weaker wages.
Three anonymous letters to the West Australian Feline Department were the main exhibits at a Police Board of Inquiry in Perth. Sergeant George Gamble, accused by the board, had letters written by him and handwriting samples shown. Royal tour precautions were intensified after the letters. The board heard detectives’ searches of mental institutions and police files, plus route security steps. The hearing adjourned with letters not made public.
Melbourne report says Brigadier General William L. Lee, vice commander of the United States 2th Air Force, underwent an appendectomy after arriving for Operation Handelaan. He was taken to Laverton RAAF hospital with the operation performed by Group Guptaily Grove. Condition described as stable.
Sydney reports that the Australian Labor Party moves to limit pre selection ballot voting to members who attend at least 25 percent of their branch meetings in the prior year. The amendment aims to stop candidates stacking branches with pledged followers and was carried by a large majority at the New South Wales annual conference amid lobbying against the change.
The Fiona spread oil around the sinking Nukulau 200 miles off the New South Wales coast to calm huge seas enabling the crew to abandon ship. All 13 crew members were rescued by the freighter Piona after a 66 mile dash and landed at Lord Howe Island before heading to Sydney awaiting an inquiry. The Nukulau, carrying amber from Coffs Harbour to New Zealand, sank after water flooded the hold and a fly wheel failure. Captain Noble of the Fiona and Captain Matheson of the Nukulau praised timely aid and skillful action.
COSHOCTON Ohio crowds swarmed a farm seeking more bodies after the discovery of Clyde Patton who vanished on June 2 following a ride with owner Cletus Reese a former mental patient charged with murder. Police uncovered two more bodies in the area as curious spectators watched the grim scene unfold.
New York based report notes James Reston quoting the Atomic Energy Commission debate over J. Robert Oppenheimer. General Nichols drafted three recommendations, urging continued restrictions while praising loyalty. The article highlights distrust toward Oppenheimer amid the Eisenhower era security concerns.
Milbourne reports Victoria plagued by quacks selling coloured water as medicine. Dr Wes Weigall, president of the Victorian Medical Association, says many patients were harmed and would welcome government action to bring these crooks under the law.
Melbourne reports the Victorian Labour Party annual conference closed amid shouting and contention as retiring general secretary Senator F J Kennelly accused industrial groups of chasing dirty tactics to aid their political aims and of promoting Communism within the party. The assistant state secretary J McManus clashed, saying some leaders sink to gutter tactics. A motion of confidence in industrial groups was passed unanimously.
A report alleges cruelty in cattle branding methods with disfigured hides shown. The Western Australian conference notes claim harm and call for review, as ALP state leaders discuss reform with retiring President J. P. Little urging tighter standards and humane practices.
Eden will push a final bid in Geneva to bridge gaps for an East West compromise on the China war. Molotov will meet and may indicate if Communists will accept Vietminh troop limits and Laos Cambodia evacuations. Negotiations hinge on veto absence in armistice talks and potential adjournment.
The chairman Mr W Sorrobin of the New Zealand Wool Board stated that synthetics are not regarded as serious. He warned against reliance on synthetic fibers and emphasized wool as a trusted textile.
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