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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 07, 1925
Page
4
A topical comment criticizes Bishop Long for TV rhetoric and laments lack of country development. The piece argues political influence and capital drain traffic from rural areas to cities, hindering employment and guiding policy away from rural needs. It warns population decline will follow stagnation and calls for attention to country districts.
A debate in Inverell centers on Sunday sport and morality. The discussion covers conscience, public order, and the acceptability of activities like cricket and cracker miny on Sundays, weighing tradition against modern views and potential offence.
A readable fragment discusses a local mobilization with references to North Come and amalgamations, noting the involvement of communities and a push to advance development. Mentions a main objective and a biomedical context, with plans tied to a larger program and notable individuals shaping the effort.
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A spirited account of a recent event at a northern venue prompts reflection on gossip and public propriety. The piece condemns sensational reporting, defends the privacy of attendees, and argues that responsible journalism should avoid stirring scandal or harming individuals.
Municipal enterprise faces criticism as officials debate the viability and risks of operating public electric light works. A local officer cites potential fatal outcomes if the system is run with external money or private interests, urging royal commission style inquiry and action to ensure worker safety and reliability amid alleged bad management.
Ralph Whalley faced a charge of riding a motorcycle with unnecessary riders. Attorney J. S. Butler represented the defendant as Whalley rode from Morey to Tinghs without a proper sole rider present. A fine was levied after proceedings before Mr W L Perry.
Clarrice Gua and William Deas faced Pol ies Court before Miro Wood Perry charged with stealing fowls valued at 21/8 from Groniwgall school. Hoth pled guilty. Guan had prior conviction for offensive behaviour. Defense sought leniency citing good conduct and potential family impact. Sentences considered include imprisonment and probation with payment terms if needed.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions Yeu 74 and Comadell in a vague local item. The text is incomplete with garbled phrases making precise details unavailable. This brief record notes an uncertain historical reference without clear names or events.
Local notices report a consignment of fresh fish including bream Gathead mullet and rewired arriving by Thursday. A Mayor remarks misprint led to Electric Problems coverage. The Chamber of Commerce invites professionals to a 6 oclock meeting at the School of Arts card room to discuss town and district advancement. Also reports say motor vehicle incidents in Sydney on Saturday night caused injuries and a death on Parrawatta road Annendale and a crash on Hopetoun Street Camperdown with a young woman injured an old map knocked down at Granville by a motor vehicle.
An elderly woman died in a Coburg suburb house fire on Saturday night. Neighbors fought the blaze but smoke and heat prevented entry. Fire officials are still seeking the cause as a heavy blaze ravaged the interior.
In a Pollen Court hearing yesterday Colin Rogerson faced a driving dispute over parking parallel to the kerb on Byron Street opposite the Imperial Hotel. Evidence showed the car parked five yards from the kerb for about fifteen minutes. a line of luggage and a door to the hotel area were noted. Rogerson appeared with A F Avorn. judge fined him 10 shillings for the offense.
Visitors descend on Inverell for the Por Northern Howling Carnival during the Easter holidays with entrants from Warwick Iuw Tamworth Armidale Alec Innes and Inverell. Events include Single Championship Champion Pairs and Champion make sod carry with handsome trophies. The green will be in perfect order and a large marquee will host afternoon teas daily. Mr Denshire and helpers will run the event with extra seating and Friday Saturday and Monday public attendance invited.
Cloonan Singleton Collins Cunningham and B Heith named on a committee to draw up a carnival programme and submit it to an April 15 meeting. Mesure Neubett Singleton Maldova canvassing committee formed. A queen’s competition with three candidates representing farmers, sports clubs and hospital is planned. Public booth for the carnival to be run by local bookmakers. Estate sales, tenders and a bicycle road race highlight a busy council week with thefts of bicycles reported and police noting several incidents.
On Sunday the choir of the Methodist Church performed for Vittriet Hospital, presenting and singing to cheer the sick. Reverend G Brumrt Tey accompanied them, and the matron noted the grateful reception by patients, hoping the church’s example encourages others to follow suit.
A formal test began at 1 pm yesterday to identify water from the bore at the power house but the pumping machinery broke down. The test was discontinued this morning and no cause or restoration time is known.
A Sydney wheat agent reports via Liverpool dated April 4 that prices in April show a further decline while American crops improve and export demand weakens. Continent demand remains uneven with occasional purchases, France’s money issues are viewed as not affecting prices, and total shipment stands at 15,500 quarters.
The brief item lists Easter shopping hours at Oanadell’s and Canedella stores, open Thursday night to nine, with closures for holidays. It notes a Rugby Union meeting, a near-miss railway incident at West Maitland, a drowning at Andrews Lagoon, and various local notices including a girl guides event, a motor collision in Parramatta road case, and political and social updates from the area.
Mrs W L Seale left for a holiday Friday last. Mr and Mrs Boskall and Mr and Mrs F M Marks motored to Sydney Friday. Rev G H Rae returned to Tingha Wednesday after a work vacation. Dr Eistow, Royal Show judge, left for Sydney Saturday. Mr T Ducker of Bob Boy underwent an operation Friday, progressing favorably. Mr and Mrs Percy Kelman left for Sydney, planning a trip to America. Mr A J Gramer leaves for Melbourne to join Mrs Cramer. Mrs Dunlop and Miss Isabel Dunlop left for Dee Why near Sydney to prepare rounds for some time. Mr Chus Dows, after a holiday in the metropolis for health, returned home Wednesday benefited. Mr William Sead, longtime Banghee Station employee, died in Tamworth last Friday after a long illness. he was brother of Mrs Thomas Butler. Mr H C Ehsman of Swan Pool Klamore left for Maitland for a sale of fat wethers and may go to Sydney for Royal Show. On Sunday Vera Dorn presented St Andrews Sunday School superintendent J A Chinhelm with a bound Bible. the senior girls sang. Mr J Symes and family left Tinga for Sydney. he will return for the May 6 farewell parade and May 11 social, with a presentation. Queensla nd leader Arthur Feer, K C to Sydney, left for Rockhampton in 140. his mother is daughter of late Justice Milford. Fe es admitted to the bar in 1881 and has led in many civil suits. he is a golfer and former polo player. He recently returned from a trip to Europe.
A quiet wedding was celebrated at Mig Sacred Heart Church by the Very Rev. Dean O Neill on Friday night. The contractants are Michael Alegiuy son of Mr and Mrs Murphy of Bolame Inland Ireland and Hol Misw Rattle Willigima of Inverell Wut Lively residing Yetman Mise ot Averd bridesmaid and Mr Mark McGrath best man. The couple will reside at Dinton Vale where the groom opened a motor garage.
Elsie Ruby Keightley, second daughter of Mrs Keightley, wed in Inverell Church of Christ. Rev Hutson officiated as bride wore brocaded gown with orange blossoms and pearls. her sister Annie Keightley attended. Don Goddard served as best man. Reception at ALP Cafe followed with toasts and gifts including a gold ring and sleeve links.
A fragmented report lists horse names and race terms such as Sydney Cup entrants and odds in a jumbled sequence. It mentions riders and venues like Mortlake and Enmore, with unclear spellings and no coherent results or dates.
Sunday Sport reports a Saturday morning civic discussion led by Mac Intyre Shire on allowing Sunday bicycle races and cricket on Sabbath grounds. Dr BJ Higgins introduced the debate. Dr Wiggins and others argue for tolerance, noting private courts and recreation for all socioeconomic groups and opposing road travel bans on Sundays.
A passenger train near Bayswater Melbourne collided with a motor vehicle, killing five people including Elisabeth Mortom, 40, and Janet Harrie, 16, along with Gridiebs aged 75 and others. Three others injured. The accident occurred at night causing multiple fatalities.
About 70 friends gathered at Mrs Short’s residence to honor Miss Gertie Short on her marriage to Mr Watson of Newcastle. Presentations included a kitchen outfit and a silver pitcher from the Sacred Heart choir. Clergy praised Short’s long service to church and social work, and attendees thanked her for her gratuitous efforts. The Dean and other priests spoke, Miss Short expressed gratitude, and the evening closed with Auld Lang Syne after a light supper.
The racehorse Purser was yesterday sold in Melbourne to an Indian buyer. The price was not disclosed.
The Western Australia prohibition poll shows YeU 37 065 votes for yes and 0 058 against no.
Badgery Bros. yesterday sold five young Shorthorn bulls on account of Anthony Hordera and Os. at ul quinone.
Royal Show attendance yesterday was 750 visitors, with crowd numbers noted by officials. The event drew local residents and visitors, highlighting public interest in the show.
Labor circles discuss running two Senate hopefuls to force Memere Willis and Gibbe into the race. Some Federal members oppose Donald Grant's candidacy amid the Senate election talk.
Apprehension in Melbourne as an outbreak of infantile paralysis prompts treatment of several new cases at the Children's Hospital in Melbourne. Public health officials monitor spread and advise precautionary measures while hospitals manage rising patient load.
A Melbourne entrant wins the Warwick Cup with Ceo runner up after a tense race. Colonel Rutledge, owner of Ceo, refused an offer of £1000 to influence the result, asserting Ceo would win. The owner of Prince Minlinboh appeals to a pending decision.
A strike threat disrupts operations at Haby Island wheat silos as workers demand wage backpay and settlement by June 5. Tensions rise among laborers over pay scale and living conditions, with unspecified positions described as critical.
William King, a young solicitor and son in law of Sir Joseph Cook, was found in a mutilated condition on the railway line at Campbeltown. He had suffered a nervous breakdown since the war.
The forecast calls for warm conditions today and a southerly change approaching within 36 hours. Temperatures rise as winds shift, bringing milder air and increased humidity later.
In the Katherine River region, an Aboriginal man, his dog, and an alligator seized in an epic clash. A white drover and a large blue heeler approached for water when the alligator charged, dragging the dog into the water. The Aboriginal hero leapt in, mounted the beast, and freed the dog as the creature fought to escape. The dog limped ashore, and the Aboriginal escaped with injuries. The alligator lost a front leg, likely from a prior encounter with a rasher named Comet two months earlier.
The Tinghy Jockey Club resumes nominations for its annual meeting set for April 7 and 18. Handicap race lineups feature Granite Mock Somerset Convey Woodford Lord My Ramer Plantation Marion Lad Mag gir Test Long Star Volashton First Novice Handicap Glen Mimer Master Zeppo Geowanl Miss Cornet Ladors Pickford Footman Wheacert Poppo Lan Golden Girdle Nuvea Lady Grog Lady Monqurtee Loroite Home Bole Harden Princess Quaine Armour Barter Gift Malteres Ban Aymer Laddie Blue Somerset Convoy Mr Rames Belcamp Pinotation Maggie Test Lang Btar Volashian Wyoming Handicap Granite Resk Mia Cornet Trust Me Bomer Poppo Lass Gaiden Girdle Ha Urincess Woodford Lora Vale Quaine Plantation Marion Lad Mey wie Test Volashten Armour Welter Handicap Maheree Mes Zeppo Long tar Bon Aymer Son moves Currey My Esmee Wol frien Pitti Man Sal.
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