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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 03, 1936
Page
4
The Meath inspector reports a serious, ongoing neglect by the Education Department and local authorities affecting Sunday school children. Officials have sent a special inquiry team and delayed actions to fix unsafe water pipes and sanitary facilities, prompting public concern and calls for urgent improvement.
Readable items describe the Tnyersth Amateur Cycle Championship mile handicap held Saturday with results noted for Chivers Cush and Tom Wininate. The piece also mentions carnival plans, gate arrangements, stock regulations, and notices about cattle shows and fair activities at town venues, with references to local officials and upcoming public events.
A chaotic fragment describes a Caledonian Ball with numerous innovations and scattered notes. Mentions Werth quaae pttiye and Maverela writing, dated end of Hiesesboan, with various names and improvised details.
The first Pe. Board meeting discussed a Rural Bank plan to advance up to 66 percent as purchase money with 15 percent from the Crown and the settler covering the balance. The proposal aims to aid settlers while banks assume increased powers under the Banks Act. Local governing bodies would manage ratepayer funds, but experience shows payments to ratepayers may be delayed. The secretary presented the report, noting amendments to the bank charter may be needed and that the board will report to the authority.
The couple Ada Aslinee and Me Ani Mire Ay Buyy wed in Lavareene Street Chapel amid a gala ceremony. Bride wore ivory lace gown with satin bow and long pink satin train. groom Ronald Merchant attended as best man. Attendants included Miss Tielma Pevy and Mrs Frank Gatett, with bouquets of pink and white sweetpeas and satin streamers. Reception followed at the groom’s residence with floral decor and formal attire.
The column records multiple community notices including a marriage proposal for Margaret Earth to James Frederick Capel, and a note that FR Mayer of Stock was mentioned as captain in the American Light Horse. It also reports leave of absence for Rutherford and details of the late Mary Francis Molly Gongin funeral at J E Hardy Parlor Rockdale with service by Rev King of St Pauls and burial at Woronora.
The outlook notes heavy disturbances across the southwest and central-west districts including Gisncts, Faia Innh Bourke and Warrnhaftus with rainfall of marked intensity. Floods are feared as moisture persists. Overnight rain and widespread showers affected Narrabri Inverell and Tamworth areas with totals around twenty-three points reported at several stations.
Thieves disturbed by security entered Jacobs Menswear on Pit Street in the city and pried open a wall to gain access. They took clothing valued around £600, leaving merchandise worth £40 scattered as they fled. Police absorb details as investigation begins.
Sydney police fear danger after gelignite detonators go missing from a course storage. They warn youths and others ignorant of the risks may misuse the explosives. Authorities urge caution and seek information to recover the materials.
The report notes threats of tariff reprisals as bluff and outlines reactions from Sydney and New Zealand business circles. It mentions a rift over restrictions, discussions on domestic production, and a projected investment over £10,000,000 in the woollen industry amid uncertain policy signals.
In Noumea two Japanese sampan captains faced fines of £60 each for alleged Megul actions. The sampans were confiscated by the office. Detained individuals have appealed to a higher court for review.
Fragmentary report mentions Messrs A Morghyng and Arch Pevy receiving a lovely variety of gifts for an event. The text is garbled and names are partially readable, making full context and outcome uncertain.
A car crash on a mountain road near Grafton in New England left Eric Partrlagy 32 dead. Passengers Miss Milson and Mrs Hoyle were thrown clear. Partridge and five others suffered injuries as the vehicle rolled down the slope into the river area.
A Catholic ball function is planned tonight with prizes and games including euchre and rummy. Antoniding players are invited to attend the event at the School of Arts, with a dance and music to follow. A social gathering is scheduled for Thursday evening at Mrs Clarke Braewinett’s residence, with further details through the hon. secretary.
Obituary notes the death of T. J. English aged 67, a long time settler born in Knockraden Ireland who moved to Australia about three years ago. Survived by brother Denis and sisters Meg Heffernan and Mrs Hennessy, with his burial at a local cemetery after a Requiem mass.
An elderly pensioner, Mr George Fadabe, drowned in Middle Creek near Inverelt after attempting to extricate himself from rising water. He had camped near the stream Friday and was found face down in shallow water Saturday morning. A coroner's inquest was held, with witnesses detailing the drowning and burial arrangements.
Robert Drew, buyer for Jitley Newman Gid., faced charges after an incident on Pet day. Comrade McKinte and Carey were involved as witnesses. Defendant denied the charge, posted a 20 pound surety, and is due to appear before the P.M. at Ashford on August.
The final rounds crown Dr. Cookson champion after a dramatic 18 hole match against R. Helen Cookson. Nelson defeated Cloonan in B grade finals as J Landbie beat A Tankard in A grade. The event drew a large crowd with nail biting leads and late surges.
A rugged race card from Inverell features several close outcomes. Notable entrants include Silent Jim and Silent Bird with varied dividends and fast times, while Yellow Glow and Snowy Rene show strong efforts in the day’s events across Delungra and Glen Innes venues.
A Bermes group from Marte toured Inverell for the weekend entertaining hosts from the Taversil Group. The Moree party, watched by McGinn and Smith, played a broad fast game at Station 20, later attended a social at Arta that turned out very successful. The Moree party returned home by midnight.
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