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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 20, 1932
Page
5
Fragmented notice describes handling purchase dockets and share numbers for prize cash. Readers are told to bring their purchase docket when their share wins a prize, and that duplicates are held. The text emphasizes stamping dockets and careful handling of dockets.
Readable fragments advertise mens wool overcoats and jumpers, ladies outerwear, velour coats, vests, and cotton dresses at reduced prices. Also listed are travel items, towels, bedding, and bedwear with distressed, damaged, or irregular stock priced to move.
A fragmented item touts cheaper grocery prices and a Twelfth Share in the Golden Casket on a 10/ purchase. It hints at big bargains and cuts in prices, excluding sugar butter or flour, with limited details available.
A Sunday review in a London paper surveys spiritualism amid church controversy. Prominent clergy argue whether Spiritism offers genuine faith or detracts from Christianity, citing millions drawn to séances and debates on afterlife, deception, and the church's role.
Nominations were announced for Hamilton Brisbane Sunday Three races but the election date was postponed from the general State election due to Labour candidate M L Moore. Names listed include Be As de Tones and Ravan QUE with various party affiliations and local ties in Labour and Whig circles.
Sydney meters report repeated attempts to wreck trains within two weeks in the country and city. Each time devices or obstructions caused minor derailments or near misses, with a railway worker spotting piles of stones by Devil's Elbow and alerting authorities before further harm.
Sydney court reports Thapolisa Arriveurehing from Barellan district facing forgery and uttering charges. Othrenes O'Connor, reported alive, escaped from custody briefly before reappearing. Suspect described with a dislocated wrist and a limp, described as a possibly violent man likely to confuse authorities.
An Adelaide report recalls James Foster who survived a broken neck for days and still walks with limited movement decades later. Norman Ertren, aged 18, has died after living 18 months with a broken neck, while devotion to Christdon Science teachings is noted for promoting persistence and faith.
Brisbane reports three English players out after Saturday's match as Horton and Peetham suffer knee cartilage injuries and Adams strains thigh muscles. Dempsey breaks an arm and Meisni may miss rest of big season while Welson and others face ligament and leg injuries. Possible return for third test on May 10 hinges on recovery.
A string of fires flared around Sydney including Mosman Croydon and Long Bay as five scrub fires raged under bitter westerly winds. Onlookers watched in disbelief while firefighters battled the blazes and residents feared damage. Authorities investigate suspected arson amid the chaotic scene.
A special meeting examined a plan described as the policy of an individual within the Labour movement. Delegates at the Federal AEC conference and executive members stressed solidarity on true Labour demands while denying a need for arity in the movement.
Twenty liners docking Irish ports bring 19,000 priests and faithful for the Congress opening in Dublin. The Papal Legate Cardinal Lauria sails from Holyhead to Kingstown in a specially outfitted steamship escort, with military display and a Lord Mayor procession. The welcome features a 200 year old gold coach and Archbishop of Dublin, culminating in a radio broadcast by the Pope.
A garbled Sunday report describes a launch party from Wyndham that led to a plane stranding incident. The narrative mentions a failed message, a damaged window, and a search near a nearby area as authorities seek shelter from adverse conditions.
Lanyg Lubin lobbyists campaigned yesterday to win Federal Labour members of the Legislative Council to oppose Stevens Government reform plans. The move holds political weight as the Federal Labour group balances power in the Upper House. Mrs Stevens warned she would seek steps to reduce the council’s numbers, while the government pressed for a referendum provision on reform.
Sunday racing at Rockhampton centers on the Rockhampton Cup with top riders including Rube Paddington and Miz Winston. Notable entries feature Beelbey in doubles and several sprightly contenders such as Robina Delight Stroomtin and Kuala Lumpur among a crowded field, with betting expectations noted.
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