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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 01, 1952
Page
4
Residents of Inverell discuss the New Zealand Naval Board offer to inform Inverell of ship movements and the town council’s acceptance. The piece recalls 1942 ship launch memories, Mayoress T. Punch, the chain and sword ceremony, and the blue ribbons theme from early war days.
Trevor Barnett aged 14 from Inverell died when his motorcycle left Tingha Road near Cunningham's Rocks and tumbled into a gully. He recently returned from National Service training and was a noted athlete at Inverell High School. Survived by parents Mr. and Mrs W. Bartlett and siblings Des, Mervyn, Lorna, Jean, Elsie Rae, and Nola. funeral at St Augustine's Church of England and the Inverell Cemetery.
A meeting of the committee will be held at the Vicarage next Monday to finalise arrangements for the season’s glamorous ball. Sixteen young ladies were presented to Col. and Mrs Bruxner at Inverell Town Hall next Friday night. No further details on supper.
This week Mr. A. Norling Church of Christ minister and Mira Norling travel to Sydney then Melbourne for a World Convention of the Churches of Christ. Notices describe engagements, weddings, travel plans, and health updates involving Inverell and surrounding families, with several upcoming ceremonies and social events.
The report notes a 12 shilling rise in the basic wage will add about £2,700 yearly to North West County Council payrolls, with electricity charges unchanged this year. Inverell and Ashford shires expect higher costs for works and materials, while rainfall disruptions affect town finances.
Local residents attend a funeral in Inverell for a mother. Laidlaw brothers and kin visit. Nesbitt welcomed at Rotary dinner after illness. Mrs Nixon and Mrs Burke travel for conferences. Residents plan trips to Melbourne for a Churches of Christ convention. Several named locals leave for Armidale, Sydney, and other cities for family and church duties.
Report notes a claim of Inverell’s oldest well near a derelict soap factory site as a possible historic bore. Local observers dispute timing and ownership, suggesting the feature may be tied to nearby renovations and the Bundarra Head water line.
Open cut Faybroak mine gains push for higher output as a large custom dragline begins work. Officials estimate the workforce could produce cigarettes on site to save rolling time, with projected daily costs around £110 if workers roll their own.
Four hundred premises in Inverell have applied for sewerage connections as the town's council reviews the Vivecell system expansion. Chief Health Inspector Mr A Roberts reported the week’s progress at the Inverell Municipal Council meeting.
The district reports about 85 poultry farmers across Inverell Bundarra and Warialda supplying roughly 6 750 dozen eggs weekly to the board. Weather and supply dynamics affect consumption in Inverell and surrounding towns as production rebounds strongly in recent weeks.
Court records from Inverell reflect concerns over juvenile delinquency and community efforts to curb it. Magistrates note traffic and minor offenses, while the church and schools advocate stable homes, better teaching, and youth activities to steer youths away from crime. Local business ad ends with fruit price details and delivery.
Inverell officials and the school headmaster advocate courtesy and tolerant dealing. Police training materials and Railway pamphlets urge polite conduct on and off the job. Local stores report courteous staff and shoppers, with strong town ties supporting considerate behavior.
A community effort to establish the McLean Convalescent Home progresses despite years of funding and trustee challenges. The project faced delays while awaiting will requirements and long term commitments, with renewed focus on securing wards, beds, and supportive facilities for patient care.
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The Bingara Shire Council discussed repair of Keera Crossing with the engineer reporting ongoing efforts and alignment on funding. A plan to reinstall a blocked approach and improve the road surface was outlined, with council members and the engineer agreeing on next steps and site works slated for the near term.
Report from Moree criticizes farmers for sourcing rabbits at freezing works to feed their dogs. Officials warn the practice damages plant crops and harms the soil, noting widespread property impact and economic waste. Local authorities urge restraint and seek alternatives to protect farming interests.
In an Inverell interview Mr D G Mather described a more hopeful outlook for the Inverell Coast communications link. He said ministers signaled ongoing work and eased financial stringency, noting past spend on the Glen Innes to Inverell rail survey and potential Canberra funding to continue construction north and west. The deputation by the Better Communications League influenced ministers, with Mr Mather optimistic about progress and eventual completion.
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