30 Apr 1930
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 30, 1930
Page
1
LCC Purchasing Argentine Meat noted amid reports from Colums Ohio that the Klute penitentiary recently burned with 322 convicts dead. Guards, sawed-out shutters, and violent chaos described as authorities contend about causation and possible martial law.
A floral quilt by Kapik Quilts features a bar panel design in assorted toning. The item is described with a 22 inch measurement and grouped with other 6x items in the listing.
An account details a remarkable escape near Holyrave streets in Kempsey. Witnesses report a sudden turn of events saving a person from danger, with authorities noting no serious injuries.
A garbled cricket item from The Australian recounts Timany and Woodfull facing practice in London style with mixed quotes about Kippax and Bradtman. Warcest in McLarens comments and note about height aiding wall formation appear amid unclear names and scattered phrases.
Melbourne report of a quarrel between two groups near Brosdtacl. Stephenian and Westber of one party allegedly fired six shots toward two other individuals at close distance. Constable approached, shots fired past him. pursuit ensued with limited success.
A Crown employees meeting in Parra manta, Miss Ompunihiani of the Teachers' Federation reports workers have received no meaningful consideration from the government. The group warns against wage cuts and vows to defend job security, with officials calling for unity against reductions and urging better pay.
Sydney police report an audacious robbery in which a cash register was seized during a Wednesday incident at Ware's factory area. officers comb the streets for suspects while a mower and other items are noted as part of the chaotic scene.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a trial involving Campbell and Marion Sophia, with references to a Barraba tragedy, a Crown action, and an attempted legal strategy. The readable portions mention witnesses, statements, and possibly defenses, but many words are garbled. The piece resembles courtroom reporting with uncertain specifics and names.
Fragmentary OCR yields a garbled political item mentioning a party, events in a hall, and names. Readable parts reference a meeting or rally with unclear speakers and local names. The text hints at political action, but details are incomplete.
A garbled court notice discusses a bankruptcy action involving a firm and named individuals. Details are unreadable, with multiple corrupted words and scattered references to shops, customers, and possible claims. The fragment lacks clear parties, dates, or outcomes to confirm.
Melbourne reports show a Melbourne Wednesday discussion where London County Council actions anger pastoral interests. Members accuse policy of harming Australian meat supplies, with Edna and Angin citing risks to South Africa and Australian consumers, while opponents argue for market stability under council control.
A man fired a loaded revolver during a park incident in Melbourne injuring himself in an arm. Police detained Eric Marrin Brockwell in connection with the shooting near Geelong and a subsequent inquiry followed as officials described the events and investigations.
In Sydney a controversial appeal urges rapid use of Australian marble for major projects. Officials press the case amid questions about sourcing and costs for the envisioned construction effort.
A Sydney report notes a deadly railway accident with 178 deaths. The New Zealand carrier and other parties face investigation. Officials confirm a shunt incident as the cause and call for safety reviews amid public distress. Local authorities urge calm while communities mourn the loss.
London dispatch reports a steamer sinking with about 200 persons drowned and only a fraction rescued. Confusion and incomplete passenger lists hinder full casualty counts as authorities search for survivors and salvage the vessel.
A motor vehicle crash near the team depot on Pittwater Road killed a man identified as Barry. The car allegedly struck a barrier and rolled, trapping the victim inside as emergency services attended. Names of other involved include Tomy McTnerny and Wady Georgy Henty among witnesses.
A morning incident at Sydney Harbor involved a ferry and a quay collision. Passengers wore life belts as vessels towed to Port Macquarie style dock after damage estimated around £1000.
Markets reflected varied prices across commodities and stocks as traders noted shifts in grain and livestock values. The report lists small gains for certain futures and modest declines for others, with range bound movements across wheat and oats and several livestock items showing slight upticks.
The Duchess of Hedford on a return flight from South Africa was forced to land near Dragumen due to a broken engine. She and her party are reported safe and plan to resume the journey soon as repairs are completed.
A damaged clipping reports condemnation of a Good Friday event in Sydney. Officials and observers critique the display, with conflicting notes about the program's alignment with local norms and community sensitivity. The fragment mentions Hobart and Chelobian Ufe of Bydney as uncertain references.
In a brisk Kensington meeting, riders including Annie Mane and Go Geijer contend in a 14-horse field. The event features alternating leads, with Pearl Sex and Divine Wattul among notable rivals as the trial stake nears final.
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