Training Camp Toowoomba Stakes A Claim
Toowoomba Mayor J D Annand forwards a telegram to A W Fadden urging a training camp in Toowoomba. He cites the Royal Agricultural Show Grounds as suitable for 2000 to 3000 troops, weather-proof buildings with electricity water and sewerage, and local foodstuffs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toowoomba
Mon
Ald
J. D. Annand
A. W. Fadden
Canberra
Darling Downs
Arl Annand
Royal Agricultural Society
Request to Britain on transport of aid to Changking
Tokio reports Mr. Tani summoned Sir Robert Craigie the British Ambassador and demanded an end to transport of assistance to the Changking Government via Burne and Hong Kong. Similar protests were reported as France agreed to regain Indo China. Chungking says China will take necessary self defense if Japan invades Indo China.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tokio
Tani
Robert Craigie
Changking
In Memoriam Smith Tribute From Family
A memorial notice honoring a son and brother who died in June 1938. Inserted by his mother, sisters and brother, sister in law and brothers in law, expressing enduring love and bereavement. The message preserves a family tribute tone and memorial sentiment within a concise obituary-style notice.
Casein-Lime Formula Studied for Butter Box Coatings
The Australian Dairy Review reports experiments by Dr. W J Wiley and partners to replace formaldehyde in butter box coatings with a casein lime solution. The method seals in butter taint from hoop pine, with limited practical cost benefits and variable application difficulty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australian Dairy Review
Dairy Produce Board
W. J. Wiley
Council For Scientific and Industrial Research
F. Wigan
Commonwealth
Wirebound Box Co. Pty. Ltd
Downs Cooperative Dairy Co
Queensland
New Zealand
Council For Industrial Research
Council
London
Brisbane
No Licence No Collector's Badge in Police Summons
A Brisbane case records Thomas Henry Liddy fined for lacking a licence under the Second Hand Ware Act. Ex parte proceedings revealed Liddy did not hold a collector’s badge and admitted the truck carried scrap metal bought by Hall. Magistrate noted Liddy’s long troubled record including prior convictions and a recent £20 fine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wp, Wisen
Thomas Henry ‘Liddy
Bergean Ho Weel
Bribane
Liddy
Genteman
Magistate
Aot
Pisinee
Contable
J. L. McKay
Warwick
David Hal
New Cleveland Road
Norman Park
Brittane
Defendan
Hall
Goott
Tade
Queensland
New South Wales
Central Body Sought for Warwick Patriot Groups
The Warwick and District Patriotic Committee formed yesterday aims to bond local patriotic bodies under a central district-wide structure. Speakers urged inclusive affiliation across Warwick, Reenthal, Glengallan, Allora, and Killarney, with sub committees and local fund-raising to avoid overlap and ensure efficient use of resources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warwick and District
Hilarney Committee
Glengallan
Warwick
Hansen
Tts
Rosenthal Shire
A. Pfingst
Hs Council
J. &. Smyth
Uniow
Ald
P. D. Kelly
Allora
Killarney
Alloera
Kelly
Allora Shire
J. D. Rowland
W. P. Wilson
M. J. McGrath
C.ss. Huxley
Wilson
Tragedy at Glen Nevis Claims Percival Cameron
Percival Lodge Cameron a 57 year old grazer living at Glen Nevis near Dalveen was found dead at his home yesterday morning. A WWI veteran and long time pastoral figure he owned Glen Nevis 20 years and shared interests in Kemington Downs near Longreach. Survived by widow two sons and two daughters cremation set for Brisbane and the Granite Belt community mourns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Percival Lodge Cameron
Glen Nevis
Dalveen
Granite
Darling Downs
Longreach
Cameron
Kemington Downs
John Cameron
North Brisbate
Donald Cameron
David Hardie
Gameron
Granite Belt
Brisbane
US Red Cross Appeal From Britain Seeks Funds
London Sunday report quotes United States Ambassador Joseph P Kennedy urging broad donations to the American Red Cross now operating in Britain. He notes half a million dollars already spent with a further million added, describing looming tragedy and the need for urgent, selfless help.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
United States
Joseph P. Kennedy
American Red Cross
Britain
Poland
Finland
Norway
Belgium
Holland
France
Prida
Patriotic Fund to Organise Revue Meeting Proceeds
Warwick and District Patriotic Committee considers accepting an offer from Mr Arthur Parker to organise a revue using local entertainers. Executive structure debated. secretary appointment deferred. Warwick Turf Club offered to donate next race proceeds to patriotic funds and seek cooperation. Audit arrangements discussed with Mr EK Harley named honorary auditor candidate. Chief Secretary’s Office officially approves fund to raise money. committee names requested.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warwick Turf Club
Warwick and District Patriotic Committee
Arthur Parker
W. P. Wilson Pom
J.J. Healy
J. Allman
J Anderson
T. Braithwaite
E. Fietcher
T Ingrams
J. H. Hansen
Len- Ballan Shire
A. Pfingst
Rosenthal
JS. Smyth
Messrs
MJ McGrath
C. 8. Huxley
J. D. Rowland
R. W Johnson A
F. Crichton
F. C. Squires
W. Stephenson
V. Webber
AR. W Fraser
C.D Thomas
RF. W Smith
Messrs. Thomas and Harley
EK. F. Harley
Mesm T. W Porter
Thompson
A. Parker
Mr. Rowland
Staite
Rssila
Ald. Kelly
Ald. Anderson
Smyth
Smith
Rowland
Suggessi
Coldest Warwick spell in three years hits 29 degrees
A sharp frost hit Warwick with a record low of 29 degrees, about 12 below freezing, marking the coldest spell this season. Weather forecasts warn of further frosts across southern Queensland as Stanthorpe endures its coldest period in three years and Brisbane reports grass temperatures at 41 degrees, significantly below normal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warwick
den Bnirmane
Queendand
Weather Bureau
Stanthorpe
Queensland
Millehelm
Brisbane
Romania Supplies Oil To Germany Through Contested Routes
London report says oil from Romania will reach German controlled zones in France and Germany in June under the Germano Romanian accord. It is the first full quota delivered since the Danube froze earlier this winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
United Pres
Buch
Ruma
Germany
France
Danube
French Crisis Leadership Faults Reported at Sydney Rally
At a war rally in Sydney a Federal Treasurer criticizes French leadership during a crisis while praising French courage and preparation. The Attorney General questions France accepting Germany's terms, noting Verdun heritage and alleged abandonment of allies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Mowman
PC. Spender
France
Britain
W. M. Hughes
Verdun
Germany
Diggers Back Volunteer Defence Corps Move
Enthusiastic support for a Volunteer Defence Corps was voiced at a Warwick and district meeting of returned soldiers in the Soldiers Memorial Hall last night. Between 80 and 100 attendees unanimously backed forming the corps and many enrolled on the spot while others took forms to distribute to Digger friends in the country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Soldiers’ Memorial Hall
Warwick
District Fives
Brisbane Golden Casket Lottery Draw No 637 Details
The Brisbane Golden Casket Draw No. 637 lists multiple prize winners and ticket numbers across categories. First prize £6000 goes to ticket 3T106 with several named winners. second prize £1000 to ticket 49941. third prize £500 to ticket 30713. fourth prize £360 to ticket 95244. fifth prize £300 to ticket 56075 and numerous £100, £50, £40, £30, and £20 prize allocations follow with many ticket series and names noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Q. D. Smith
T, Mahoney
Gardiner
Halloran
F. P, Johnson
F. P Johnson
C Bert Brown
Townsville
Optometrist” Syn
C- G. N Davis
Wynnum
G. Love
R. Cunningham
W. Bates
W. V. Luck
M. Treacher
L. Gibbons Brisbane
S. Ireland
A. G. Russell
K Colyer
T. Sharman
D. Allen
A E. Lyons
L. Allom
Toowooma
Bank backs enlistment as rumours denied
The secretary to the Deputy Director of MRecruiting for the ALF in Queensland Mr A J Ser vin denied rumours that the Commonwealth Bank opposes enlistment of employees. He stressed the bank’s altitude is to encourage employers to enlist and to place every facility in their way. Colonel Dunworth, Deputy Director of Recruiting, will visit Warwick soon likely next Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ALF
Queensland
A. J. Servin
Commonwealth Bank
Colonel Dunworth
Warwick
Obituary of Charles Orme Philpot
Charles Orme Philpot aged 50, long time Dalgetyire Uvestock manager, died in Clayfield after a long career with AK. He joined as a junior, led Charleville branch, and served in the Gren War. Funeral arrangements not yet released.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Charles Orme Fhilpot
Uvestock
Dalgetyire Company
Clayfield
Charleville
Gren
Commonwealth servants approve four extra hours weekly
Commonwealth public servants have agreed to add four hours to their weekly working time as a wartime gesture. The change affects clerical staff earning under £450 annually across the Commonwealth, effectively adding one extra day per fortnight without overtime. Prime Minister Menzies welcomed the action as aiding Federal finances during a time of unprecedented strain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Commonwealth
RB. G. Menzies
RAAF Recruiting Detachment Opens In Toowoomba
Canberra reports the RAAF recruiting detachment began interviews in Toowoomba with 17 applicants examined. Five were successful including two pilots, two air observers, and one wireless operator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
RAAF
Toowoomba
British and French resolve under war strain
Observers expect General Gaulle to rally France and continue war against Nazi aggression with colonial support. Churchill and Gaulle condemn any separate peace as against French will. Reports cite demoralized Petain government and London recognition of the French National Committee. British workers, especially women, mobilize for full war effort, boosting output and volunteering to extend shifts, with factories and unions contributing funds and resources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Gaulle
France
Churchill
Defence
M. Reynaud
Time
Petain
Britain
Fetain
London
Farewell to Mr A J Whalley at Tucker Brothers event
Mr A J Whalley, an employee of Tucker Brothers, was farewelled by the firm and colleagues after joining the ASP. Mr P Cleary presented an embossed note case and best wishes for his safe speedy return. Mr Whalley replied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Whalley
Messrs. Tucker Brothers
ASP
P. Cleary
Transference of U S Navy to the Atlantic debated
Washington reports an ap parently inspired tale from Hyde Park that the United States might shift its navy to the Atlantic to counter a perceived communist or ultralitarian fleet while Japan would dominate the Pacific. Republicans formalize a foreign policy plank urging peace preparedness and non aggression.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Hyde Park
Resmerek
United States
Atlantic
Japan
Pacific
Congress
Senate
Philadelphia
Mr. Hamilton
Roosevelt
Today’s Events Packed With Theatre And Meetings
A condensed listing shows “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” and various community events at His Majesty’s, Mary Sodality, and other venues. Activities include a “SOC” tournament, Hostel gathering, a British and Foreign Bible Society public meeting, and a Presbyterial Church session at 7 45.
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Matiner and
Nugitt
Charles
Laughton
Hunchback
Notre Dame
Kent Taylor
Charles Laughton
Rochelle Hudson
Maryvale
Mexico Way
Tuly
Caoon OF Arts
M. J. McCann
Cmock
Stevenson
Arwick
Warwick Daily News
RED Cross Appeal
Australian Red Cross Society
Iad
Micco Johnson
China
Burma
Hong Kong
Red Cross
Diggers
V.D.C
Philpott
R.A.A.F
Daily Commentary
Ministry of Supply
England
Simp
Home Office
Forkshire
Ministry of Aircraft Production
Royal Ordnance Factory
Trade
Department of Information
U.S. Navy
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