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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 16, 1951
Page
3
An old Kellogg advertisement touts All-Bran as a natural laxative health food and blood tonic. It claims high fiber bulk aids regular elimination and notes iron, vitamins, calcium and niacin content. The copy promotes easy digestion, daily nourishment, and suggests serving ideas and grocery availability.
Canberra bids farewell to Mr Chifley with a motorcade and air salute as his funeral flight transfers from Canberra to Bathurst. Minsters and staff accompany the casket under cold, rainy skies. In Bathurst, guards, clergy, and relatives attend a procession to the Cathedral where the casket rests in front of the high altar draped with the Australian flag. Rail unions propose a special paid train to Bathurst for mourners.
In Toowoomba doctors report the poliomyelitis epidemic appears to be waning with three new hospital admissions for a six year old from Toowoomba a boy of eight from Dalby and a child from Bell. Queensland Health figures show 742 cases state wide since October with 151 in Brisbane and 591 in rural districts, the worst on record though new drops are noted. Cold winter may aid decline but officials warn of possible flare ups later in the year. Two additional infections were reported in Brisbane and Pebinda.
Reuters reports the International Wheat Council unanimously admitted Japan to the wheat agreement. Japan receives a 59 000 ton import quota mainly supported by the United States. Jordan was rejected for membership. no quota adjustments were made for other importing countries as the August 1 start date looms.
Limited supplies of pasture seeds available now in Toowoomba region. Offers subterranean, berseem, permanent white certified grasses, Wimmera perennials and Italian rye, early Thrasher varieties, rape, oats, wheats, and other seeds. For details call 50 and AT.
In Parliament a Conservative MP asserted a strong case that Mrs Monica Felton is guilty of high treason. The Attorney General said papers were referred to the Director of Public Prosecutions and advised no immediate action. Felton, linked to Moscow and North Korea travels, faced scrutiny over alleged Communist ties and activities with the Women’s International Democratic Federation.
State authorities in Reno assign seven police to guard Rita Hayworth and her months-old daughter Yun while the actress resides near Glenbrook. Sheriff and law officers cite fear for the safety of Mrs Hayworth and her child amid reports of suspicious interest from hoodlums and potential ransom concerns.
Ipswich police vehicles are planned to be fitted with frequency modulated radio gear next year. Inspector Quinn indicated that all cars in the force would receive the new equipment, with Nokook-UP taking in stations from Czatta to Toowoomba. Electre Company Ltd operates the front on fe care and trucks, and its relay station is on Denmark Hill near the city.
Wellington reports striking watersiders plan a final effort to settle the dispute next week. If unresolved they may declare a permanent strike and seek jobs elsewhere. Union representatives meet Opposition Leader Nash to discuss settlement proposals for government submission. Prime Minister Holland returns from Australia and may meet Nash after talks with the strike delegation.
A Queensland freighter carrying locomotives worth about £1 million faced a fire shortly after leaving port. The blaze caused heavy damage to the ship’s provisions and cargo while it drifted for hours before being controlled. An SOS prompted a tug to assist, with repairs delaying the voyage for over a month and costing thousands of pounds. The vessel arrived in Brisbane yesterday with the damaged etc.
Wage increases of 4 percent are sought by the Australian Railways Union and the Metal Trades Union. The Metal Trades Union asks for a 4 percent rise for all railway workshop workers including timekeepers. The Federated Clerks’ Union is also involved in the wage amendment push.
Toowoomba details an on site collapse of James Samuel Hughes Harrison a 61 year old married man from Argyle Street Toowoomba while installing pipes for the P Department in Margaret Street He was taken to Toowoomba General Hospital but pronounced dead on arrival due to a heart attack.
Proposals to raise the minimum stipends for clergymen will be discussed at the Anglican Synod opening Monday. More than 300 Queensland clergy are expected to attend the event officiated by Archbishop Halse at St Luke's Hall Monday afternoon. The conference will continue Thursday.
News in brief reports Mor gan from Toowoomba found not guilty in the Gen n ie Court enter day Fog charge. Justice Philp discharged Mor gan. Also cited are updates from Washington London Melbourne Sydney and London on politics trade and defence matters.
Burns, Philp and Company trading Penney's was fined £50 in the Summons Court for charging 1/9 instead of 1/7 on a 20s tin of crushed pineapple. The prosecutor noted the maximum penalty was £2000, and Penney's had prior similar convictions. The court heard the overcharge affected five two-cloven can cartons, with earlier lots sold at legal price.
Mackay reports indicate rising wolfram ore prices driving renewed gouging in the district. A local prospector noting wolfram 86 miles from the town highlights market value and secrecy surrounding exploitation. The scramble for ore involves multiple sites near Mackay with ore valued higher than similar finds elsewhere.
London authorities say the British Navy began an overnight preliminary examination of the sunken submarine Alfray found in 258 feet of water after a two month search in the English Channel. Diving chambers and access ports were noted as part of the initial survey.
Reports say two men died and about twenty were injured in multiple weather related accidents during a heavy rain night. One victim, Peg Gonnahum of Barat es, was killed instantly when struck by a double decker bus in Alexandria. William Hendry, 40, of Campgie, walked from behind two cars and was struck by a truck, dying at the scene.
Unclear notes indicate Canterbury racing prospects uncertain as a heavy rein disrupts the meet. A steward may have inspected the track this morning, with chances of proceeding or postponement uncertain.
Sydney reports seamen again refuse paid work on the Aorangi as officials say a Communist-controlled Seamen's Union is using a cat and mouse tactic. Officials expect a Baltic call tomorrow and note the ship has been idle since June.
Australian fast bowler Ray Lindwall wed Margaret Robinson of Brisbane at St Patrick's Church last night. The couple plan to live in Sydney and may consider Brisbane job offers. Attended by brother Jack, Bill Pugh and fellow cricketers Bill Brown Colin McCool and Ken Archer. Honeymoon to Northern Rivers. Lindwall intends to be available for next season's matches.
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