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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 28, 1940
Page
4
Greymue church holds Sunday worship at 10 am with Rev Edwards presiding. An all notes mention 12 am and 1.30 pm service times including a Remembrance Service for Mrs. Shusidoek. Morning Worship follows with school and reminder of term 104% am. Everyone welcome.
An irregular, garbled wartime dispatch from London discusses Allied unity and Britain's defense, mentioning U S leaders and press statements by figures like Meg Pittman, with references to American production and German public sentiment. The passage blends uncertainty, strategic talk, and calls for victory while noting tensions among wartime authorities.
Warick Daily News reports on a Warwick branch drive for the Australian Red Cross Society with donations encouraged through the Warwick Daily News and the branch leaders Mrs Om. J. Grieve and Reg. Booth. The appeal seeks further contributions and promises public acknowledgment via the Daily News.
In Sydney and New South Wales reports a stop work meeting weighs on public service, withEngine- Dryers and Firemen's Association holding a m Up-mork gathering. Arbitration court delivered verdicts on wage disputes, drivers threaten to strike, and workers demand higher pay while authorities consider expedients.
A Chambers of Commerce deputation presented on a regional tax history and highway project. Mr Grieg outlined tax history while samples of dax growth were shown. A resolution was discussed to establish a state training centre and a ministerial plan to support new undertakings.
A fatal shooting occurred yesterday near Wemsley 2 settlement involving Cali Ketwerd Rake, 10, son of My and Mara WY. The rifle exploded during a search, and the boy was found dead. Eric els Lmunedavaly reported the incident.
Weather outlook reports unsettled conditions with showers across the Warwick district. Registrations indicate rainfall improved crop prospects. forecasters warn of continuing showers Wednesday night into Thursday. Local totals include Warwick 19 and Vale 15 with other townships logging varied amounts.
Eldest cattle man Mr J Allman yesterday concluded his long career with a final sale at Warwick, marking a 42 month partnership start with Dr Foster and later expansion. The event featured 3000 cattle and 900 cows changing hands amid strong bidding, with prices pushing over 100 pounds for premier lots. Community leaders discussed funding and local organization plans as Warwick and Glengallan prepare to honor his services.
Fragmented local notice records a farewell for several individuals amid an institution or event. Names mentioned include Woolworths Lad McNevilly Tresawell's GaVigl and Grand Hotel, with references to a gathering or house event and a list of associated persons.
The Republican committee completed a foreign policy plank endorsing American preparedness and peace while accepting responsibility for wartime unpreparedness. It pledges to defend the United States and uphold international law, naming Dewey, Guinneth, and Tart among officials present and noting limited engagement by Causelt.
Disjointed wartime notes discuss German forces and Allied positions as France and Spain brace for impact. Mentions Memmiite raanled weather, German competition at Coe Moratin, and potential French capitulation scenarios amid naval movements and Allied strategy.
Councillors discussed aiding enlistments of young men in the ALP. A Mayoral note described changes to recruiting procedures and the need for a reliable service. Dr Carey and councillors named Palmer Mascithouse Caney and Lamas to act on recruiting efforts.
The Times correspondent reports no new cabinet terms set as Xi Farouk has yet to appoint a full team. Anenu Manet, brother of former Prime Minister Al Malar, has met with officials amid pressure from National Council backers. The period sees ongoing efforts to calm unrest and form a cohesive government.
A fragmented OCR list shows daily events and gatherings including a women’s club party at City Mall and a monthly meeting at Warwick City Court. Other items mention a memorial, a Providence arts group, and a Warwick Philharmonic event, with scattered times and venues.
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