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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 25, 1948
Page
2
In loving memory of our vak ola (Ol) who yaaa vay June ih 18 wig by Tet Lowley alneere nd brother. The small tribute recalls a family passing and notes a quiet remembrance from relatives and friends.
A fragmentary report notes escalating communist pressure in Australia, with strikes and rationing looming in New South Wales and Victoria. It describes tensions between federal and state governments, the impact on electricity and mining, and calls for stricter measures amid labor unrest.
Warwick residents face a proposed housing project for six homes by the Housing Commission. The total estimated cost is 6600 pounds, averaging 1100 pounds per dwelling, covering drainage, sewerage, fencing, and gun installations. The commission's rejection prompted debate and a Warwick City discussion led by Minister C. C. Madden.
A flood disaster left farms in Waswick area inundated while mice invaded sheds and barns. Farmers report heavy damage as grain, oats and hay wallowed, with many animals killed or driven from shelters. Affected landowners fear continued infestation as cold weather pushes rodents into remaining structures.
The readable portions describe deliveries and tradespeople connected to a meeting or convention, with references to a host institution, location, and potential penalties for noncompliance. Names and places are obscured by garbled text, but the core notion centers on a public gathering and associated conduct rules.
Cold atmospherics and unclear references describe a regional scene with mentions of Dewnt Tad Marellos and deliumn eauth Cou Winds. The text references winds and rapid downswings, naming Pine and Conk nuuhG, along with a south-western direction and an event at night.
Fragmentary OCR shows a tampering notice with unclear names and dates. Readable elements mention Warwick and June 34 1040 but lack coherent action or authority details. The readable bits imply a local notice style but facts are too garbled to confirm specifics.
Reminder notice for Warwick's 17 tobacco sellers whose licenses are due for renewal. Officials will review licenses on June 30 at the office in Harare area including listed districts and farm portions. Watchers are urged to renew promptly to avoid penalties or license suspension.
Sworn new pilings are being erected in sand with more limbs and cure centare available. several will be erected at St George as work continues.
A garbled OCR item lists various names and titles, noting appointments and suspensions in magistrate, cantonal, and public service roles. It mentions Maynor Cloncurry figures, a Stipendiary Magistrate at Shithenden, and a geography of personnel shifts across several towns and offices with next announcements anticipated.
The Weather Bureau expects temperatures to stay variable with cool nights and warm days. Locals in Thorpe Werwick and Kingaroy should anticipate a mix of sunshine and possible showers, with overall mild conditions continuing into the next few days.
The report notes the Queen's Park Bridge was trafficable yesterday after a near miss. A towing issue and structural concerns faced crews and the gates remained open while inspections continued.
Construction at the St George water works is progressing with a tower reaching over eight feet in height. Workers expected to connect nine pipes to complete the conduit before the project is finished.
A fragmented OCR note describes a gathering at Market Square Warwick Senter with mentions of a late Heming and a ceremony or auction. It references a float, bids, and a Moving Committee with tentative figures and actions, including terms like Taboo and Agate feed. The text is garbled but indicates a public event or commemorative proceedings with financial and ceremonial details.
The report notes a sharp increase in dwelling costs across quarters with prices rising from earlier levels to around 1000 pounds in the latest period. Economic indicators show continued pressure on housing affordability and rental markets across regions.
Fragmented OCR notes show planned service upgrades at Emu Vale Post Office. References to Mr A W Tadden and MIR Loren Dinling Bowne indicate involved officials. Schedule mentions August start, altered hours including weekdays and Saturdays with special dates and telecommunication exchange changes.
A fragmented report references periodic cycles and magnetic effects, mentioning Jupiter, a police station, and an investigation. The readable text mixes scientific terms with a police context, yielding a scattered summary of a purported study and a related incident at Wadwick Police Station.
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