03 Sep 1937
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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 03, 1937
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes list prices such as 6d 8d 1d and 1/3 for goods under headings including EIAMA GUNTS and Net Bons. Context unclear, but indicates a price ledger or market briefing with multiple items and old monetary units. Names appear garbled and may reflect vendor or product codes.
An employee guarding a bear enclosure in Sydney was badly mauled by a polar bear. Keepers and police restrained the animal, and a hospital amputation may be necessary for the victim. The incident led to tightened enclosure safety and ongoing inquiries.
A devastating ship disaster in London leaves a high death toll with wrecked piers and flooded streets. The incident damages waterfront areas as vessels are tossed ashore, with several ships and crews reported missing or destroyed. Rescue efforts by British police and volunteers are underway alongside a main liner India sending an SOS and unknown position.
In Sydney Thunaluy the Australian Broadcasting Commission was moved to lift the general ban on political speeches. The move broadens access to speakers by parliamentarians and party candidates for federal and Victorian elections. The commission chair urged that allowing certain speakers would not undermine public rights to speak freely.
A local foundry strike in BRIDAWE ended after a settlement that requires payment of 100 shillings to workers. Twelve mule team workers received back pay along with other compensation, resolving the dispute with management.
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A court decision grants two weeks annual leave to workers with backdated effect. The case to be heard involved representatives for retailers and unions. Trade officials argued extended holidays impact business, while employers warned of higher costs and possible layoffs. The Bureau of Industry data was cited to gauge overall impact on employment.
In London on a Wednesday report details a thirty foot boat holeing at Carraills Bay Kigge Bootland. Victims include Captain Angus Brown, his brother, and his ten year old son. His eleven year old daughter clung to the side of the sinking craft. Local youths Ned and others are named in the incomplete account.
A London veterinary officer reports that beef procurement for Army Navy and Air Force contracts is expanding to meet demand, with higher slaughter rates expected this year. He notes some cattle fatness waste and irregular arrivals of chilled beef as auctions and shipments lag.
Reports from Serubalem say unrest escalates with seven serious incidents this week. Police and public safety units, aided by planes, await further disorder while investigators search a laundry for a hidden hazardous device believed to link the attacks.
The Adelaide wool market saw mixed demand as 1272 bales were offered. Prices on average edged down about a halfpence per pound from the previous week with some lots firm on quality while others softened. the top bid reached 24d per pound, brokers noting strength in certain grades.
Reports from London detail Attic on fe Beis and Havock submarine actions off the Spanish coast causing torpedoing and depth charge clashes. British destroyers patrol between Valencia and Alicante while Britain discusses Mediterranean policy and convoy protection with France and allies.
The annual fruit growers conference in Stanthorpe elected J D Perris as chairman by 21 votes amid heated debate. The meeting approved resolutions to investigate selected agents, open country depots, abolish certain border selling fees, and urge higher railway bridge levels to ease fruit transport during floods.
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