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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 14, 1940
Page
4
The text questions whether Australians should accept compulsory military service for home defence and whether forces should be sent overseas. It argues for meeting the enemy overseas where Australia can be better defended, weighing home versus abroad service and broader wartime policy.
A Melbourne arrival reports 200 English children evacuated as war moves prompted the plan to send youngsters overseas. Officials say the first contingent reached Melbourne unexpectedly, with preparations underway to accommodate them while noting earlier guidance predicted 600 children would depart. The process remains governed by shipping capacity and military directives.
Volunteers sort and bag waste at the depot on River Street with four tons of paper and rags sent to Graney for Red Cross funding. A sale at Jeanadelly features discounted coats, velour items, and tweed jackets with half price pricing noted.
An obituary outlines Myra Ryerss nee Riverview with surviving daughter Myra and two sons Geoffrey and Manas. It notes relatives in Sydney and Aubur Vale, and lists the late Mrs RMeAHEla and Mr L Coben among mourners. The cortege leaves from Junin' Church Darlinghurst with Rev Lucas officiating. The record preserves a war service mention and ties to local families.
A 2NZ birthday event drew about 150 attendees who gathered to surprise Nancy Lynn. The venue featured flowery decor and a velvet-topped table, with a solo moment as the birthday cake was brought out. Members of the community and local service groups attended, offering thanks to the guest of honor.
A clerical note lists participants and安排ments for a golf bisque and stroke competition. Names include Miss Brown, Miss Underwood, Mr Craig, Mr OGrady, Mrs Crosley, Mrs Freeman, Mrs Newill, Mrs Clarke, Mrs Little, and others. The event appears tied to a Presbyterian Women's Guild and a forthcoming draw or arrangement.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions schools and individuals with disjoint terms. No coherent event or details available to form a grounded summary or identify entities.
Mr Wilshire and Lt-Col Varley discussed equipping the 248th Battalion with side drums and comforts. Officers and men from the North and Northwest, including Wallgrave contingents, urged government provision of drums, while appealing for broader support and fast assistance to strengthen morale and readiness.
The Paddy’s Market committee behind Piper’s Variety Show seeks immediate raffle returns to gauge finances. Eight weeks remain, with plans to dispose of flag stickers and raffle tickets to fund local efforts. A lively program was presented at Silley Hall, featuring acts and fundraising proceeds to support wartime needs.
Disjointed OCR fragment mentions opium in relation to Inverell and local figures. Several garbled names and places appear, hindering clear facts. Reads like a damaged regional notice or report with potential court or police references but lacks coherent details.
A fragmented notice details an aeroplane tragedy and ensuing legal actions. It references witnesses, parties including Major Morice and MPGs, and mentions settlement or purchase terms tied to Everet and local authorities, with dates and sums implied.
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