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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 16, 1951
Page
1
A muddled report outlines a pivotal Malradees ballot amid Labour expectations. The chief elect observer notes papers clove tonight as polls close and Labour appears poised to retain the government with decisive results expected.
A go slow strike in Queensland meat works was called off after the union state executive met in Brisbane. Export companies planned to re employ only some of 4920 dismissed workers on Monday amid wage and holiday pay disputes. A mass meeting in Townsville is expected as Lake's Creek works prepare to resume full operations Tuesday.
A garbled account describes bets in shillings at Royal Ascot with remarks about etiquette and barriers. It notes visitors are kept away from the betting areas and that betting would require a long walk to the ring, mentioning cash and a silver ring.
White dimity quilts sized 60 by 90 inches for single beds. Fringed ends and good laundering quality. Price per item given in the advertisement.
Canberra reports say a special Loan Council meeting is convened by states to address difficulties in securing financial accommodation for semi government works in a tight loan market. The Commonwealth aims to avoid increasing inflation while aiding essential undertakings and may discuss rate loosening and savings stimulation. The outcome could shape anti inflation measures and defence preparations.
Melbourne jurors at the criminal libel trial of Francis Joseph Hardy hear no defence evidence as Mr. Campbell finishes, Mr. Winneke argues the book Power Without Glory is a scurrilous and scandalous libel about Mrs West alleged to be Mrs Wren. The Crown contends the allegations were unfounded and notes the book’s wide dissemination and diabolical lies.
The three New Australians were charged before Mr J Beavers SM in the Central Court yesterday with murdering The Wollongong hotel Veenst2, Tuey Frances Barrows, at Wal longong on June pT. They were Insiran Gal 132, labourer, of Bourke Gheel, Darlinghurst, George Gach, eler- Daslinghiaret, and Lazio Kerskés, trirameshanic, of Bourke Street, (36), labourer, of New South Head Read, Badgeclirt. They were remanded to appear at the Central Court on Junk Wy.
New York Times analyst Baldwin says tests in Nevada and Eniwetok imply an arsenal with explosive power ranging from 5 000 to 128 000 tons of TNT. He notes lighter bombs for carrier planes and heavier bombs for larger aircraft, creating a formidable, broader threat.
A state can industry in Queensland faces major production cuts as shortages in tin plate threaten unemployment for about 500 workers. An official from Can Co Ltd and a Commonwealth Can Makers’ representative warn that meat, cheese and butter packing, paints and oils could be reduced, with American mills unable to fill orders. The DOD cannery near Northgate echoed the crisis, predicting a critically tight supply by year end.
The Canadian government raised the wheat price by sixpence per bushel, effective immediately for domestic sales and from August 1 for foreign sales. Minister for Trade C D Howe announced in the House, adding that the rise applies to the fixed international price.
Wellington reports a meeting at Lyttleton indicated the strike may end with the seamen voting to resume work. The resolution urged the union to change its policy and decide on resuming duties as water-side workers return to ships.
London The Daily Mail Teheran correspondent reports Amir Alan Governor-General of Khuzistan says 19 Britons arrested at Abadan airfield on June 33 and 14 for illegal entry, all without residence permits and under surveillance at the military governor's HQ. Persian Embassy official in London comments on visas.
Thirty cadets fainted during a Governor Sir John Lavarack inspection of about 1600 school cadets at the Exhibition Grounds. After-effects of heavy colds and parade ground tension blamed. several rejoined later, while some collapsed again as spectators looked on.
Allied forces report stiff Communist resistance across central and eastern Korea with counter attacks near Kumhwa and Yang ee. Infantry and air support efforts continue as U N troops press forward amid heavy fighting and strategic concerns.
Draft referendum question to be shown to Cabinet Tuesday as Premiers refuse to cooperate. Commonwealth plans defence preparations independent of other government steps. Governor General McKell opened Parliament noting Defence Preparations Bill for national defence via cooperation or compulsory action.
GRAFTON A 10 year old boy admitted starting a fire that gutted the Salvation Army Citadel on Monday. Police will decide whether to prosecute after reviewing the report. He said he was playing with matches and methylated spirits to see what happened when the fire spread to a rear room.
Police said a man shot during an escape attempt died later at Royal Melbourne Hospital. The suspect, identified as Purcell, was chased by Constable McInnes and others after breaking from a wireless patrol car near St Phillip Street in St Brunswick. He was wounded by two shots and was in critical condition awaiting transfusions and oxygen. His wife, a Sunday school teacher, cared for their three children afterward.
Thousands in Canberra from 21 walks pay last respects to J B Chifley, national leader and former prime minister. The service at St Christopher’s Church and State funeral in King’s Hall feature flags, a gun carriage, and a transport plane with ministers and aides. Wreaths and prayers mark the solemn arrival and farewell as dignitaries, diplomats, and public mourners honor his retirement era in the capital.
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