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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 04, 1939
Page
8
Fragmentary medical text discusses flushing acid poison from kidneys and mentions various names and terms. The readable parts describe kidney waste removal, medical concepts, and scattered terms without a coherent narrative or clear event.
Parmer injured Mr W A Vail in a farm talk area accident. He was pulled into a header cog while clothing tore away, three fingers were injured, and he was taken to Wyalong District Hospital. H Harper of Ariwh Park identified. the driver likely saved him, leaving him with bruising.
At the Capitol tonight The Lion Has Wings starring James Cagney and Ye My Darting Daughter with Jeffrey Lynn and Priscilla Lane headline. Also showing Lawless Valley with an opening and The House of Fear and Die Light Bras Wings, plus a bargain matinee Friday afternoon.
The Commonwealth Wool and Produce Coy reports on a recent wool sale with bids from Barabba Rylstone Quirindi Walgett Narromine Nevertire and Riverina. Leads include Kumbra Pty Ltd Upper Manilla B W Byrnes Manilla Robert Park Manilla Walter Kent Delangra Chas Lennon Manilla and others with prices and quantities noted for multiple lots.
Recruiting for the Australian Air Force will start in Sydney on a schedule calling up men for interview and medical examination. About 100 men will be called per week in Sydney, with application levels high to sustain the program for at least half a month. Government statements pending, but air force personnel expect about 29,000 Australians to be trained as officers pilots sergeants air crews and observers.
Daring robberies swept Sydney during the week end with jewellery and fur coats valued at £1000 stolen from a double bay flat in broad daylight. In the city premises were looted and at least ten suburban locations reported robberies. Police investigated across several districts.
A three year old boy, Dupald McColl of Kingsford, suffered severe burns when a fire started in the kitchen of his home early this morning. Neighbors and his father heard the cries as the boy, nearly engulfed in flames, was discovered beneath a blanket. He was rushed to hospital in critical condition with extensive injuries to his head and body. Local authorities are investigating the incident.
Intensified training underway as Second AL prepares for departure in the New Year. Team aims to harden fitness and adapt to waving conditions this week.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a winner and volunteering in a contest or event. It references dates and places poorly readable, with unclear names and venues. Core idea points to a prize winner and community volunteer action, but details are not recoverable from the readable fragments.
A fragmented report describes Hammond opposing a rush to Canberra to question the Prime Minister and federal parliament members. It mentions interviews, protests, and unclear allies, with references to Hammond Yar Wile and Guigie Paki amid a tense political moment and warnings of consequences.
In Gatley a returned soldier Denis William Rushworth aged 60 was found dying with a deep throat rash. Police report he had been in ill health and suffering mental distress, saying he felt he was going mad. He expired about half an hour later.
Admirable Jevenue Talent the concert at the door with cake sweets drinks and an ice cream stall run by senior students. Mr Barnard chaired and praised parents for costumes and helpers including Mire Cox and Miss F Jock. Teachers earned praise for their effort and time in training the children as many acts and piano solos graced the program.
A Sydney event features wool crafts with a bale of wool heading to Larwell. Children perform songs and nursery rhymes while a play program includes The King's Error and Pulling the Tooth. Teachers Mr Alan Campbell and Mrs W O Jack supervise a busy evening with ensembles and lively dancing.
The chairman of the Sydney City Council Dr Prery urged Labour and British Preferment Act to place returned soldiers into Christmas relief works. He claimed this would breed resentment among ex- servicemen and argued the Government work plans should serve the whole community. He said returned soldiers were better treated in New South Wales than in any other state.
At Flemington on Monday a 10 day sale saw 20.0 head of cattle market mixed with prices from 16 to 30 per 100 pounds for various classes. Sheep section penned 33.90 head with lambs firm and sheep generally weaker. Wethers ranged 12 to 20, ewes 18, lambs 15 to 22.
The Tennis Association announces night competitions starting this week with play on Tuesdays Wednesdays and Thursdays. Men play two matches on Tuesdays and one on Wednesdays while women play one on Wednesdays and two on Thursdays. Two rounds per season with no post-Christmas week off. Postponed matches go to the end of a round in order of postponement if weather stops play. Fixed fixtures. mutual postponement not allowed.
Delungra district discussions with Minister Major Reid and MLA Mr BM Wade address bulk wheat storage at Delungra. Acting Manager Mr Harrison cites high moisture and grain turning needs, warning of possible damage and legal risk. Rail trucks to Delungra are being arranged to ease the position.
A lively Sunday match featured Inverell and Glen Innes teams of eight quolis players. Competitors clashed near the Heya Horn with a luncheon wag provided by Mra, marking a spirited community event.
The Mounted Regiment, split into three sections, will conduct manoeuvres at Inverell Station with Ute motor transport delivering dinner. Engineers from Sydney aided the camp by teaching barbed wire entanglements and trench digging. A boxing tournament starts tomorrow with a ring erected in the pavilion. many entries expected. A community concert tonight precedes the Regiments Ball on Wednesday, praised as highly successful last year. Jock Cavanagh Orchestra returns for the event, while two engineers praised infantry drill observed yesterday by Army officers. A man from Gunnedah, injured during parade, was admitted after his horse bolted back onto him, fracturing a collarbone.
An amateur meeting at Vetoman rarecourse on Saturday featured several races with The Vetman club and Mr T Arhie’s Firing Jason as a principal event. Results include opening handicap races with entries like Campbell's Brplume, Demetrigs-Pollo, Rusty Wedge, and Flying Jason among others, with heats and placings noted and betting outcomes.
Scores show Inverell players led by Gibb Morton 64 and Joe Mall 85 while Glen Innes totals reached 351. Taverell won by points as One Beddow Cup was claimed. A Glencoe team will visit Inverell on December 10 for a challenge cup.
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