10 Sep 1928
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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 10, 1928
Page
1
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Sydney Harbour witnessed a unique pageant as the Manly ferry Burra-Bra carried the Host on a small altar from St. Patrick's College to Ghrenlar Quay. Thousands knelt as the procession moved toward St. Mary's Cathedral, joined by 1500 returning soldiers and the Children of Mary, with Cardinal Cerretti at the center of solemn High Pontifical Mass.
Australian ports brace for widespread disruption as Waterside Workers Federation vows to refuse engagement under the new Beeby award starting Monday. Officials warn of heavy penalties for contempt of court while owners defend the award, urging compliance amid looming port delays and possible maritime upheaval. Protests and processions continue in Townsville and Melbourne as unions push for old terms and conditions during a period of industrial tension.
In London on Saturday Mr J H Thomas led a fiery debate at Swan Sunderland over Russia policy and union tactics. A motion to call a world conference with Red International affiliates was defeated amid loud protests. Speeches urged public control of transport and stricter driving license rules while criticisms of communist infiltration ran through the session. In Sunday reports the Ex press and Reynolds note the Congress endorsed negotiated settlements with employers shaping a new era in capital and labour relations.
Auckland crowds welcomed Tom Heeney arriving from America with his wife and booked the top hotel suite. Heeney expressed desire for a rematch with Tunney and said he must return to the United States by late November or early December for elimination bouts, believing an even-money chance. He blamed no one for the defeat to Tunney, though he could not land a solid punch.
The United Grain Growers report an average wheat yield of 25 bushels per acre across western Canada. On 23,000,000 acres planted after allowances, total western Canadian production reaches 76,000,000 bushels.
Report from London via Mr David Kirkwood alleges British harvesters used to break strikes in Canada, including one death by self harm. Parliament debates, migration police probe Communist influence, while Viscount Peel argues most workers are content with work and pay. Canada and Britain assess movement’s risks and transfer terms.
Warwick shop promotes silk novelties selected by Mr. H. E. Crowley for overseas shipment. Highlights include a reversible crepe de chine back fabric suitable for two frocks. Early shopping urged to view the big assortment now available.
A record 40381 spectators at the Melbourne Cricket Ground watched chaos when a fence collapsed under crowd pressure after Collingwood faced Carlton. Ambulances moved fainting spectators to safety as officials and police contained the surge and prevented a full breach of the arena fencing.
Southern Cross Sydney reports Kingeford Smith prepared to fly to New Zealand but weather turned unfavorable as a 35 mph wind blew across the course. Radio from New Zealand indicated bad conditions though later notes suggested the weather was tentatively improving.
Mr Conk the Miners Secretary collapsed after an impairment during Thursday's nomalon of the Trade Union Congress. King boot ordered a complete rest for the official.
Forty five student teachers will be appointed to schools nationwide by the Education Department starting January 1. Appointments will be based on November junior police examination results and personal interviews.
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