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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 16, 1952
Page
2
Warwick City Council informs that rates unpaid to 30th June 1952 will be charged. RF W. Smith Town Clerk announces this town hall notice for the City of Warwick.
A public notice dated 12th June at Brisbane outlines a town hall gathering on June 5th 1382 for whooping cough immunisation. It urges parents who have not yet enrolled their children to apply at the Town Hall to be included in the program as domestic and stock watering concerns are addressed by the commissioner of irrigation and water supply.
In memory notices for Christ iansen grandmother Chris Hansen died June 14 1951 granddaughter Joyce and Vera in family. Arch ie Hansen accident death June 14 1934 Mill Hill. Mother died June 16 1951 with lines of grief from daughters sons and husband. Hannah Nelson died June 16 1951 from Amy Ted and family. Hannah Marie Nelson June 1951 note from daughter in law Flo.
In loving memory of William George, dear son and brother, who passed away on August 18, 1951. The family speaks of enduring grief and lasting love as they mark another year since his loss.
Santa Gertradis Bulls reach Brisbane to aid the state's beef supply. Two hundred and fifty Santa Garris heifers will be sent to properties north of Clermont. Forty five bulls will be kept for 30 days before being trucked to the destination.
The Warwick Daily News discusses the troubled tobacco industry in Queensland. Growers contend big firms depress prices to undermine leaf quality, while firms argue offered leaf quality has declined. The piece urges federal action to protect and promote a profitable local industry through tariffs or local leaf requirements.
Thirty four members of Australia’s Olympic team arrived in London aboard a liner on Saturday night. Manager W. Uren called the squad the best Australia has sent, though hurdler Ray Weinburg injured his knee after falling into a hole in Singapore. The group waved flags on arrival and television cameras followed them. A second section of the party, including women athletes and swimmers, was to arrive in London on Tuesday.
Melbourne the Minister for External Affairs said he would call for the report on the voyage of the Darwin vessel Tiki to Macool Island near Dutch New Guinea. Casey stated there was more to the matter than public reports show and declined further comment until the court’s full text is read.
Weather outlook for Queensland shows further rain contracting along the South Coast with lingering showers on the central coast. Scattered lighter rain in the central highlands Warrego Maranoa and Downs with winds from southwest to southeast. Bible passage follows noting belief in salvation through Jesus Christ with emphasis on the path to the Father.
Traders report abundant hardware supplies despite past shortages caused by economic stress. Nails sinks stoves and hot water systems are readily available while fibro cement flat sheeting can be delivered immediately. Queensland paint makers say brushes have not been this plentiful since before the war.
A 12 car diesel train runs from Sydney to Brisbane at 10 40 am while the normal steam express departs at 9 30 pm. NSW Governor Sir John Northcott and NSW Transport officials join a welcome ceremony with Mr T EL Maalones and Mr Duggan on hand.
General Sir Gerald Templer, High Commissioner in Malaya, flew from Singapore to London for consultations with Colonial Secretary Oliver Lyttleton. He departs after a week marked by successful anti terrorist operations resulting in 47 killed, 14 wounded, and 36 captured or surrendered.
Jim Peters of Essex Beagles won a Windsor to Chiswick 20 miles 385 yards event in 2 hours 20 minutes 42.2 seconds, claiming a fastest time under varying conditions. The prior best was 2 hours 25 minutes 1 second by Choik Yoon Chil in October 1951. Stan Cox was close behind but not tied.
Heavy weekend rainfall soaked the Warwick district with rivers rising and roads underwater. Reports indicate up to four inches in places, with Tit Creek at the Warwick gauge rising and rainfall totals in the 180s to 215 points across towns like Alora Thane and Tregony. Traffic disruption occurred as creeks and spillways overflowed while wheat farmers faced delays but grazers welcomed lush pastures.
Allied officials report 11 136 shells pounded Chorwon and Kum areas as UN forces led by the 45th Division stormed the hills. Communist casualties near 1000 in a three day clash with 527 dead and 416 wounded. Truce talks left prisoners issue unresolved. General Harrison accused Communists of endangering prisoners by failing to mark five North Korean camps Nos 2 6 9 10 and 1.
Brisbane reports a 40 percent rise in road casualties since 1939 with speed and intoxication cited as major factors. The Queensland Road Safety Council plans to distribute 0,000 copies of a children's highway code. In Brisbane the long service leave case at the State Court nears a decision, with unions seeking broader access and employers resisting changes.
Sydney report of a 1988 unoccupied tourer destroyed by an explosion near houses. Fragments shattered a windscreen and damaged a canvas hood while a pedestrian named Kowalski escaped injury. McCue linked the attack to a prior Easter incident targeting his motorcycle.
An impressive ceremony in Bathurst drew about 2000 people as Dr Evatt unveiled a grey marble and granite monument to the grave of Chifley. A larger crowd had been anticipated with officials expressing disappointment as only a reduced number traveled on the special Sydney train.
A Watt steam turbine exploded at Port Kembla destroying the engine room. Assistant shift engineer Jones was injured while tending the turbine. The unit had operated normally earlier that morning and the blast hurled metal fragments, shattered windows, and wreckage throughout the room.
A London-like shortage persists in Queensland with 8531 apprentices indentured by June 39 1951 yet many trades, especially engineering, face a lack of youths to fill jobs. Secretary P Self of the Queensland Employers' Federation notes the low birth rate in downturn years. The Commonwealth State Apprenticeship Inquiry Countley will begin its Brisbane sittings on Tuesday.
Two members of the Eyvoule Cycle Club died after being struck by a car driven by Clif Ellem near Kyogle. Arthur Sherwood sustained a broken thigh and multiple injuries while John Gates 1171 and Jee Sherwood were also involved.
A woman fractured her thigh after a fall on steps at King's Theatre on Saturday night. Police and medical staff responded. condition not specified in readable text.
London report details Australian Candy defeating American Richardson in a shocking finish to the Kent singles final. The match featured a dramatic late rally and a mistaken point call, with Candy recovering to win as the Duchess of Kent presented the prize. Also noted are Savitt and Mulloy winning the mixed doubles, Reddick Smith defeating Mrs Thorpe, and Ayre Clarke capturing the West of England doubles title at Wimbledon.
Hong Kong report confirms three Australian airmen taken by Chinese Communists in December 1950 are safe and well. Names cited include Hows an Sohn of Queensland, Richmond of Beathand, and William Michael of South Australia. Dr. John Burton says earlier reports were unreliable and notes possible trial in density imposition.
Rain shortened play at the club where Mrs. D Johnson won the B grade 18 hole stroke handicap with 78. Mrs. F Finch claimed top first and second nine hole scores at 8 and 81, while Mrs. Les Mitchell tied as a dual winner with Mrs. Handicap. The day featured an upset as club champion Eric Dopson defeated Sei Dowi Shelton and Elliot remains to play.
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