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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 03, 1934
Page
1
Report details floods in Victoria with multiple drownings and a murder charge. Scattered survivors describe destruction of a building and loss of property as rescue and inquiry efforts continue.
A Cesnock fire destroyed a furniture store in Cesarewth last night. A wall collapse trapped a man and his wife as they attempted to escape. The husband suffered injuries and was aided by a bystander who fled with him to safety.
Fragments describe floods in Athens after rain with people drowning and crowds evacuating. Mentions demolitions and intense flooding while government plans action and relief aid.
An unreadable local government note from Sydney references Munao Mr A and secretary roles in the Tora Gavoranant Aswelalion with mention of elections and a late poll date. The fragmentary text also alludes to a Faracker departure and unclear electoral events.
The text discusses rural employment schemes led by a minister, focusing on unemployment relief and relief measures. It mentions loans, advances on easy repayment terms, and plan to boost production to reduce unemployment across regions. The overall tone emphasizes government action to create jobs through agricultural and land use programs.
The report details severe floods in Victoria with many deaths and widespread homelessness. Rescue efforts continued as residents were rescued from rooftops and improvised shelters, while hospitals faced evacuation and exposure injuries. Authorities urged aid as the Yarra River overflowed and communities in Chelsea and surrounding areas sought shelter and supplies.
In Melbourne authorities confirm a steamer with seventeen crew aboard was wrecked near a small island after drifting from shore. The vessel, named Coramba, carried coal and had no passengers. Several crew members perished, with lifeboats washed ashore at Newimon, while remaining crew faced exhaustion and loss of supplies before possible rescue attempts.
A suspect identified as McGufficke was arrested following a shooting incident described in confusing OCR text. Police say the assailant endured extreme weather while eluding capture and was later charged as investigations continue.
The page notes a British rights discussion and a British Legion dinner with MP Thoms and details on citizenship. It reflects a public simmering focus on national status and debates over Ireland amid a busy parliamentary scene.
A utility truck driven by Mr J Noble and an assistant collided with a Welpomt sedan driven by Mr G Davie near Bent and Vivian, injuring Noble and the passenger. Both vehicles sustained front damage and were towed from the scene.
A garbled weather note from Sydney hints at latent forecasts and rainfall concerns. Readable elements point to water conditions and possible showers affecting local plans.
Market report from Sydney lists prices for various goods with mixed quality notes. Entries include onions, money, oats, and other commodities with price ranges and unit statements.
Local bowls pennant action featured Glen Innes and Inverell rivals on Glen Lanes. Glen Innes beat Inverell 0-? in a tight match, with Inverell leaders mounting a late push before Glen Innes held firm. Team lists include Dibley Burman Middleton Reid and others, with local players noted for a hospitable reception after play.
In London on Sunday a morning service at Hindley Church drew smaller crowds than usual. The Duke and Duchess of Kent attended briefly but many spectators were disappointed. Police guarded the route, and cheers were sparse during the return journey.
Fragmentary note from Monday cites Vine Lodge and unnamed locals in a brief quip about style and wit. No clear event or person outcomes emerge from the readable text.
The British venbie champion Perry will appear in London on Sunday for a televised "How to Play" series. The program will feature Perry against professional Maskell with spoken commentary by Tider and will include footage of play, though some details remain unclear due to garbled text.
Sydney Monday draw records show line winnings and four prize tiers. First prize 96781 awarded to a syndicate withcertificates and officials credited. Second prize goes to a syndicate and fourth prize listed as 41949 with per share amounts. Draw notes reference government department and local officials.
In Ireland crowds protested a royal wedding film causing police to intervene. Detected disturbances at multiple theatres over coverage of the Duke and Duchess of Kent ceremony with groups demanding withdrawal and denouncing imperialist imagery amid public unrest.
Fragmentary text describes a car wreck involving multiple people and a boundary issue. Mentions Pyrex products and prices at a shop named Cunsdell's in what seems to be a local advert or notice. Details are garbled with multiple unreadable names and places.
Opened today in Canberra a conference of Commonwealth and Blake Government representatives discussed Britain’s potential restrictions on Australian produce. Dr Page said Australia could meet overseas obligations or buy British military to sustain development, with proposals to be submitted to the Analali Agricultural Council and related to the Lowy Court framework.
Sultry Sydney market notes show cattle yarded with firmer prices for bullocks and sheep. Lambs and ewes traded with varying prices, but figures are obscured by garbled OCR making exact totals uncertain.
The event featured a large dance with decorations and string lighting. Guests enjoyed music by Moree Orchestra, catered by Mrs Avg Barker, and the hall presented an inexpensive yet festive atmosphere under committee supervision.
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