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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 02, 1935
Page
1
Queen of Tonga Priday Balote received a hearty welcome from members of a local church at the Sydney Town Hall. The queen spoke in Tongan through an interpreter before delivering her remarks in English, with many dignitaries present.
An explosion at a colliery in Basters Transvaal killed the acting manager two Europaans and fourteen others. The blast occurred in a drive about two hundred yards from a station, with details still unclear.
A five month old baby was among those injured in a collision between two motor vehicles in Sydney. The infant was admitted to hospital with a fractured skull while others received treatment for injuries. Authorities are investigating the crash and its cause.
Sydney market report records 3910 head yarded at Homebush on Thursday with a steady throughput. Bullocks sold to 13 pounds 2s 6d, heifers to 9 pounds, sheep and lambs listed with wethers up to 31 shillings, ewes lower, overall market steadier amid strong demand from dealers and buyers.
At a Canterbury wartime meeting the War Service James Purchasers Association heard that most war service home buyers were not close to security in 1918. A chairperson quoted that the Bedéril Government offered eviction for arrears, while another speaker noted about 40 percent of returned soldiers had been ejected or faced imminent eviction, with more likely to lose homes soon.
South Africa leads England after a cautious yet bold display as Mitchell and Sundrien pace the innings. Surrey’s Pladlock adds 110 minutes with 40 away, while Langton, Vincent, and Mitchell exploit the weak bowling to rack up runs.
South Africana defeated Surrey by an innings and 208 runs in Londow. The match featured Rowan and Miri among the scorers, with Button contributing notable runs as the game unfolded.
A Congregational Union gathering near Sydney urged consideration of abolishing the relief tax seen as an emergency levy. The group cited improved industrial and economic conditions that could justify relief for unemployed workers.
A fire destroyed a brood-house on Peninsula Road, Parramatta, harming about one thousand chickens. Only two sheds survived as most animals perished in the blaze. The incident occurred early Friday morning and caused extensive losses.
A passenger aboard the Adelaide bound on a voyage from Grsegow and Liverpool disappeared during a mid voyage incident aboard the lighter Nestor. Two stewards guarded the deck after the man went missing but he vanished again within minutes. A search was conducted as the vessel pressed on.
Reprinted from yesterday's Herald wire report on Sydney wheat. The local market opened steadier on firmer overseas positions with some prompt wheat trades noted. Prices were largely unchanged for country feed, London was quiet, and New South Wales bulk wheat offered around 28 per quarter with modest activity amid shifting international prices.
In Parliament Mr Lansbury’s faction backs decisive action while Mr Herbert Samuel urges adherence to League procedures. Foreign Minister Sir Samuel Hoare says war impact between Italy and Abyssinia demands a regular approach and potential sanctions. The League Council postpones the meeting to allow continued talks among delegates.
A Workers Associations event featured von Skersten denouncing Germans under the Willer regime. He praised a fervent adherent of peace and claimed his plans would be hailed as empire building. He argued rearmament by other nations forced Germany to reintroduce coercion.
The report notes the fast price of tin today quoted at 488. The market remains active with buyers quoting firm rates as traders monitor supply and demand dynamics.
Market report from Sussex Street on Friday lists assorted produce and prices. Items include potatoes from Tasmania, butter and cheese weights, onions, millet, oats, lucerne, grain prices, and variations in bulk rates.
The forecast issued at 9 am for 24 hours shows showers with possible thunder and squally conditions along the southern tablelands. North and northwest winds will be fresh to strong with gales in the southern parts, turning to southwesterly and cooler later.
It is believed a compromise may be reached on Italy's objections to a draft resolution. Mussolini's government and the Abyssinian representative objected to urging peace without arming restraint. The Italian representative Bayon Aint proposes acceptance of the compromise.
The Primary Department awards list shows Mary West pupils gaining top class places with names such as David Bowders John Wally Liford Rumble and Mary McBean. Special mentions include Cecil Willoughby Harold Lawler and Geoffrey Crittenden. The annual Primary Play Night is set for Tuesday at the Town Hall with tickets available soon.
In UK Cent ani Police Court Detective Altota and Robert McKey were linked to possum skins. Sgt Toole told Mr Flynn the case involved about 6800 possum skins and a hearing was urged soon. Adjournment was considered pending defence consent, with Mr Westgarth and Mr Lynn representing McKey.
Sydney Friday report notes the Australian Rathwaye Union passing a resolution decrying belligerence over Abyssinia. It urges all organisations to press authorities to prevent hostilities and to enforce an economic boycott against aggressor nations if conflict occurs.
Secretary W. Th Jeanes of the Board of Control announces eight more players for the Indian squad at Adelaide. Names listed include Woot Th Ponsford Rigg Reimpar Will Culver Mair and OH Nibeetie, expanding the selection for the court concern.
Police probe a fatal assault on a female wardress after a middle aged man, possibly a foreigner, fired a revolver. A bystander tried to intervene as the assailant fled. The morgue received two bodies and officers recovered a 92 caliber American revolver with live rounds and a foreign language note found nearby.
Framed as a conscience money payment of 65 pounds to the Taxation Department in Sydney by registered mail C66. The note mentions Dan Raves and an “conscience money” term, with incomplete details on the sender and purpose.
Following the death of the British riding champion on Tuesday when the wing broke from the rider, the world champion Herr Oeltzehner made one New raid of 311 miles on Monday and crashed at Selb by afternoon and was killed.
An arbitrator awarded four buyers £1800 including costs in a breach of contract case against a Melbourne firm. The London representative delivered ewes that did not meet the contract description, and the award covers nearly the full amount claimed.
Friday Judge White upheld the appeal of Dudley Huxley who was convicted at Manly Court on a betting charge in the yard of a Narrabeen hotel within War ring Site. The judge ruled that detaining ox may be closed and that unemployment within the shire was not an offence under the Gaming and Betting Act. This is the first time an appeal questions the act’s application to betting in shires. Parliament’s next meeting may affect the law.
Rydney Fig Sales notes a firm market for prime back afters and porkers at Sydney ply auctions. Baconers values eased with supply around 1200 head. Prices quoted include ranges from 40 up to 118 per head, with varied weights and deals among buyers and workers.
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