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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 01, 1934
Page
8
Town council discusses granting a road boundary extension and street changes, with Alderman Higgins urging approval. The meeting covers utility power for a house, costs estimated near Ushutp, and potential permits or guarantees. Ward matters include tree planning and public health additions, as officials consider inspections and funding implications.
At the Agricultural Bureau conference Mir wgold Bartlett, an agricultural instructor from Parkes, estimated the total state damage from the grasshopper plague at 13 007 000. He warned a recurrence is possible and outlined measures to destroy swarms, including landholder participation and government support.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention vegetables and drinks, a farm and public notices. Names and places are garbled, with references to Ashtare and Everell House Capitol Theat and a PO Box. No coherent event or outcome is identifiable.
Fragmentary OCR lists return trips and routes in Kempsey, Armidale, Grafton, and Sydney. It mentions weekly departures and Fridays and Saturdays service with terse travel terms across multiple towns, implying tour or rail style passenger options and mixed weekday patterns.
The report notes rising rough diamond prices amid intensified demand from major buyers. Trade watchers cite strong activity from producers and dealers as buyers seek stock, with several key markets showing higher bids and tighter supply in the wake of supply chain constraints.
In Inverell, official records list Taro Thomas Knapton in an Inverell area news item with associated local names and context. The notice records the person connected to the regional article and notes the public record appearance without additional detail.
In Gilgai district a church social drew a fair crowd despite bad weather. The evening featured music and supper, with the function postponed to August 11. Arbor Day saw twelve trees planted in the school yard while willows lined the creek. The Home Projects Club heard an address on fire keeping and soil groundwork for a bore garden. The district defeated Convent 20 to 3 in a school football match, with R Passemeld the star. Primary School tests noted several top performers. The Common was lively with discussions on water access and rural issues.
A Gum Flat gathering Saturday night marked a valedictory for Mr. and Mrs. Finn as they settle at Liute Plain. Dancing and cards opened the evening, followed by remarks from Mr. Gobbert and others. Friends received notes and affectionate best wishes as the local group sang They Are Jolly Good Fellows.
An old Texas clipping records a July wedding at a Beasiaaia Church with Burley and Mefehnen families, a bride in white, and a reception. It also notes a Birthday Party hosted by Mr and Mrs W Ray with guests, music, and religious services led by J. Myodiiint Secretary and other officers of the lodge.
Fragmentary OCR shows names such as Mise M Perkins and Mr and Mrs Bowne with plans to leave during the week for Brisbane signaling holiday observations. Details are unclear but indicate travel and holiday signaling.
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