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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 18, 1945
Page
3
A wartime dispatch reports restrictions on P O W relatives on rail platforms. Officials emphasize security and military control as prisoners of war are moved between stations. The piece notes public concern, government statements, and anticipated events surrounding prisoner transport and related protests or confusion.
An ill legible notice indicates a Wirrick team will travel to Toowoomba with Yollamey Ave WENA and Hurvived as possible inclusions. Norris Ward sewer Toowoombe Warwick separations will be included. Walle Tun Cleary and Bele Deverley, an 18 year old fullback, are among those listed.
A fragmented account defends the Okinawa operation, stating it saved Allied momentum despite heavy losses and air attacks. It asserts Japanese defenses delayed Allied advances but that U S forces achieved success through coordinated landings and naval support, with caution about contested claims and communication errors.
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In Lismore a flood relief summit reported 380 applicants seeking aid totaling 136000 and 4603 fee damage bills. The committee formed at a Canberra gathering under Mayor Aid Duidtelly, with funds allocated for a week of relief. 1500 meals served Saturday as residents awaited more decisive action.
Squadron Leader Christensen, an air force pilot with 83 operational flights, pursued acting during service appearing in stage shows with actors like Judy Kelly and Gordon Walker. He later aimed to turn his wartime experiences into a professional career, while also work as compere and presenter at ABC.
In a lively Toowoomba carnival match Brimane defeated Warwick 9 to 2 after an even first period. Standout players included M Turner and V Edwardy for Brimane with Warwick keeper M Douglas making several fine saves. Best Warwick players cited as G Morrison and J. Andr.
A circular from the Associated Chambers discusses Australia’s export policy and potential tariff adjustments. Officials suggest shifting emphasis to reduce reliance on certain markets while considering measures to bolster domestic industry amid wartime constraints.
In a dense report of selections for a July 7 trial, Warwick fields ten players for a national team tryout amid uncertainty and injuries. Key figures include Gehrman and Pinar Whe, with defensive efforts by McAulite and Mackey noted as the squad battles for roster spots and travel plans.
Brisbane team triumphs 4 0 over Warwick Services in a hard fought match at Melbourne. Howarth stars with multiple goals and strong play from Drlaban and Penny. Subdued Warwick kicking and several errors let Brisbane pull ahead in the final period.
Disjointed OCR summary of a bowls race card showing two year old handicap and maiden events with numerous misread names. Mentions Mintin, Zo Anime, Lady Arden, and various competitors, plus dividends and listing of participants and officials. Some names appear garbled, but the item overall is a race results and payout note from a bowling event with multiple divisions and dividend lines.
Randwick turf meet notes a flurry of handicaps and juvenile events. Pedigree lines list trainers and owners such as McMonagle and Maloney with several runners including Petulance and Bear Gold. The page details June nursery and stakes outcomes and payout figures, naming numerous riders and horses across multiple races.
A garbled 1970s era racing note lists horses and placings across events at Caulfield with references to turf meetings, dividend figures, and multiple horses including Rosny Plate and Mandicar. It notes upcoming Saturday races, betting terms, and results summaries though much of the text is unreadable.
A Chungking dispatch by the Associated Press notes a severe cholera outbreak with more than two thousand alleged cases. Housing and public spaces have been placed under quarantine amid mounting casualty reports and stalled American relief efforts.
A chaotic report on Applethorpe district soccer match with multiple players named, including Asleks, Macerds Inez Appraerse, Bernie Wilueke, and Jeanpuen. The game features hat tricks, goals, and disputed plays, ending with Applethore rallying after a 4 0 deficit and late efforts by Walton and Frar.
A garbled OCR style summary lists players and teams with many unreadable words. It mentions a hat trick by Meeorle and scoring by Willocks and Clinker among others, but most names and places remain unclear or garbled. The piece references a Brigwek series and Ard Framr trapping the bull, with various misread terms throughout.
Vague OCR fragment mentions RAAF and cricket with unclear names. The readable text hints at a report from RAAF Cricket SA and London, but essential details such as dates, teams, scores, and outcomes are missing.
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