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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 26, 1940
Page
6
The text records uncertain bids and prices with dates such as August 27th. It mentions top prices like 17d and 18d and notes payments proceeding likely after this date. Several entries refer to bidders and items in a rough, garbled form.
A 20 year old Aborigine near Wauchope slipped while attempting to jump a truck train and suffered crushed legs. railway workers and bystanders gave first aid. He was taken to Botts Harbor District Hospital where both legs were amputated. no operation could save him.
The disaster, blamed on country conditions and fatigue, left Daweh and others dead after a plane crash. Officers moved the body on a tractor owned by Joseph Reid and Co to the morgue at Crafton. The deceased, a native of Texmania, had worked for Joseph Reid Co for a year.
A fragmented racing card notes a Maiden Handicap race starting at 2pm with prize money around £150. Mentions entrants Norse, Hot, and others with references to distance, field, and starting times.
Details of handicaps, entry procedures, and nomination terms for a racing event. Notes cover minimum weights, fees, acceptance dates, pedigree rules, entry by wire, and refund policies for withdrawals and non starters. Local associations and officials specify timing and eligibility requirements for the September meeting.
A Glen Innes Municipal Council held a special meeting to consider statements and declarations by Mr Wo A Word and Mr CL Colman regarding allegations against Health Prumecior and possible dismissal. The council directed continued inquiry into the matter, awaiting further government guidance and reporting.
The article notes Ser Karle Pree and other candidates entering the race for parliamentary seats, including Me. Ward, M. Purcell, and John Cain, with mentions of the Nationalist and ALP lines. It describes campaign roles, regional affiliations, and the overarching effort to shape the forthcoming elections.
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