16 May 1939
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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 16, 1939
Page
1
A promotional notice announces a corset and fit advice event featuring Berlei Consultant Morsetieres Misa Florence MumaeWy Hertel Piahio and Hatghcal Corsetiory. It invites readers to attend Monday May 22 for guidance and measurements without extra charge.
Proceedings opened with Mr Payne chairing the Land Court inquiry into wool industry conditions and prices. Officials, representatives from Graingemen and stock brokers will present evidence on rising sales, export markets to the United States and price trends, with hearings aimed at speed and practical recommendations.
Maryroouch court session reports a charge of pocketing money hidden in a tobacco tin found on an elder man. The incident involved an alleged deception and a custody hearing to determine the outcome.
Brisbane reports Premier Forgan plans a Townsville election campaign swing. He will depart by Orangal on Saturday and speak there Tuesday night possibly visiting Charters Towers and Gregory. He remains under medical advice for a brief rest and will stay in the western eluate if not fully recovered.
A Perth Airways plane forced to land on a paddock near Caloundra due to dense cloud and fog. Pilot Mr Rein Richardson with passenger Jeff Toowoomes and others survived with no injuries. The aircraft touched down safely after searching for an open field, then towed to shore, with recovery plans and fuel resupply discussed for later flight.
Sydney reports a 9900 strong audience applauded as the Prime Minister outlined Australia’s aims for a pacific policy shift and stronger ties with Britain and the United States. He argued for economic mobilization, employment, and democratic duty, stressing unity and readiness to act in defense of national interests.
Federal cabinet members prepare for questions on reorganization of internal air services with the Australian Broadcasting Commission and a review of national insurance contributions due in September. Plans for defense, restructuring of the Royal Air Force, and state representation are also discussed amid broader reform efforts.
Monday meeting with senior departmental officials led by Mr Fairbairn explored suggestions for wartime recruitment and training facilities for young men. They discussed a reactive fee scheme and possible rates to run training at reduced costs, noting Britain’s manpower plan as a reference.
Lang Party unions at the Trades Hall in Sydney will meet to decide attendance at the New South Wales unity conference. Lang supporters discuss representation, press influence, and potential control of the Bally News while planning Thursday talks.
On a wet road near Iron Pot Creek of the Twowoombis area a vehicle overturned and righted itself while traveling from Nowoombs toward Ipswich. Occupants Alber Charles Hammond of Tuoroomba River sustained facial lacerations and abrasions, Roy Tobell of Hope Street South Bristow suffered a large forehead wound. Hammond received treatment in Torwich. ambulance assisted.
Brisbane report notes 50M road accidents in the metropolitan area with 41 fatalities last week advanced by Public Superintendent inspector Smith. He expected a public inquiry to reassure residents and urged steps to reduce deaths caused by driving hazards.
Fragmentary report references a deteriorating position in Canberra with figures around 1.968 million pounds and mentions a favorable balance amid disputed names and dates. The text is garbled and non-specific about events, people, or organizations.
A fragmented notice from a 19th century source hints at plans for a Sydney dry dock and related construction. It mentions persons likely involved in the project and a proposed site near Sydney with references to Australian authorities and finance. The text is damaged but signals a formal project proposal and leadership names.
Fragmentary OCR notes from Canberra describe a political interview about car manufacturing in Australia. It mentions Mr Menaite and a government inquiry, with references to Bricsia and early stages of industry discussion.
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