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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 06, 1921
Page
4
Aswan voters reject the proposed reform plan championed by Mr. ROM Wade and colleagues, signaling skepticism toward new ideas. The debate centers on government overhead in local spending, wages rising, and road and street project funding, with property owners urged to accept higher rates to improve roads.
Breaking from a government angle, voices claim a push to manufacture pollen industries could foreshadow a base wage of £4 5s for farmers. Critics warn such policy may anger laborers while producers fear continued cost pressures, with calls for party changes if reform fails.
A fragmented letter argues for creating a new state to balance budget pains. It laments rising taxes, cites government spending shifts, and mentions reallocations to trade and railway costs. The author questions reform outcomes and warns of opposition strength in months ahead.
Racing card lists weights for Delungra meets including Maiden Mindy at 3 furlongs and several handicaps over furlongs. Notable entries include Solar Meroe 12.7 King Rice 11.9 Broadlebana 18 Black Queen 19.0 and Merv Heyden 2.2 with multiple horses across divisions and stakes.
The report recalls a bridegroom Mr McKune at a village ceremony with breakfast at Canberra and generous toasts. It notes races at Gumcheques where Hynns David won main events. A planned Christmas concert at Toon Fal West on Sunday features carols and a collection for the Goldiers Civic fund. Gwydir Pharmacy opens under A J Cowper offering modern, strictly dispensed medicines and physician prescription compounding.
A Saturday road race under Taverell Blervele Club auspices drew 12 entrants for the two mile event. T Hawking of Guin won first, P Wade of Imin second, E Morton placed fourth with a fast time of 1 hour 11 minutes 41 seconds. The event crowned Morton as the fastest presiding racer.
Mass will be celebrated at Denungra on Sunday at 10 am. Two were broken of Arrawotta were sold to north coast aviary men last week. A fire at Barcaldine damaged about £30,000. The Arbuckle jury has been discharged with two women jurors voting for conviction. a new trial is ordered. The Mayor will preside at a farmers rally in Inverell Town Hall Friday night. Mr Harry Thomas will offer at 2 pm next Thursday at Mr W Caldow's rooms furniture and a number of other effects. Inverell police report three men charged with vagrancy after loitering near the town. a 14 day stay at the King's Hotel was ordered.
Mr W V Housboom clerk to Mad alone Shine writes to the editor detailing a council meeting resolution. The council records appreciation for the lava management notion and its valuable spare of the dimporel, noting support for managing the proposal and reporting the meetings.
A local athletic gathering organized by New Brahe communities faced delays on the slow road last Saturday with two events cut from the programme. Mel J Melliveen FR Tawsay and J A Warnel led the general committee. Final events listed Chapman's Squadron and Coghloi's Squadron dominate the results with names like Chapman, Woodham, Am, and South among participants.
Twenty members attended the secretary's office meeting led by Alderman We Maver. Officers were appointed including Dr Stuckey as vice president and J G Fitzgerald as a director. J T Dale named secretary. A Roberts treasurer pro tempore. First committee meeting set for Friday, 16th inst.
Nominations for Saturday December 16 races appear in this issue as Delangra hosts a fine day of sport with strong local fields. A charity sale by St Andrew's Church and Isleal Girls Club raised over 270 pounds for the hall building fund, with proceeds after expenses.
The three divisions recorded 66 voters, with 823 against and 145 in favor of amalgamation, indicating little interest among property owners and a calm polling atmosphere as officers managed the booths.
A school function with third and fourth year pupils, teachers, and townspeople concluded the term. Speeches by students and staff covered nostalgia and future aims, with humorous addresses and songs ending the gathering in the Relence room praised for decoration and aftermovies.
At Gaturday meeting the Macintyre shire Council passed a resolution praising the local press for fair reporting of debates on amalgamation. The A.W.U Railways official sparked sensationaloutlook about possible actions by the Baileay Commissioners and State Labor Government over the 44‑hour week.
Henry Lawson is set to receive a pension of £3 per week after a period of illness. The Bundarra area reports on local figures including Phillip Britton of Morsebrook and Mrs Britton, Glen Innes figures, and social notes from the Bundarra Advocate.
Plall holders and avеistanza work Friday and Saturday raise £45 toward the District Hospital goal of £100. Children thank adults for support and plan this week to boost donations through education and envelopes issued by secretaries. Barometers funded by Messrs. Caufield and Count Burge Bros show progress in each firm.
Waplington reports an agreement leading to a definite treaty among Britain United Kingdom and Japan. The treaty would abrogate the Anglo Japanese alliance. Also in the telegrams a plague case in Sydney improves a rat found in a premises in Sussex street. Brisbane sees another death. Premier hopes Parliament finishes action before Christmas. Dame Mergeret Davidson urges a joint wedding for Princess Mary. War campaign aid for starving millions begins in the City Hall with a collection of £18.
General reductions in overseas shipping freights were announced with drops around 16 to 20 percent. Similar reductions have been made in New Zealand, aiding lower costs for export meat freight.
The State Pal Court ruled that the Board of Trades declaration for rural workers applies only to employees bound by renard or existing agreements. The decision limits which workers are covered and narrows the scope of the policy.
Quotations for potatoes rose with new supplies noted at Clarence River and Hunter River prices, while Tasmanian rates also increased. Best Globe and old Brown Spanish sold at varied figures. several hundred bags of sacks received and maize scarce. Fat bacon abundant and demand dull with fat muttons available at low prices. various auction quotes listed for grains and forage.
A draft of 74 suckler lambs from Mr 8 Ping sold at 16/8 per head under the Simmer of Winekoombe Caraon Dita. Prime quality shown by district lambs and ewes at Womebush, with buyers noting steady demand and firm prices.
Frederick Parkes Warmington faced the Police Court in Inverell charged with using military decorations the Distinguished Service Order and the Military Cross without entitlement. He pleaded guilty to poking a decoration but denied fraud. Evidence showed Warmington claimed service in the Imperial Diplomatic Service though never holding a commission. A £10 fine was imposed and paid.
Cricket selections announced for Gum Flat versus Education and Australia with 12 players named for each side. Inverell team also chosen to face Armidale Brhoot on Thursday next. Match details include scores and venues amid a notes on a N S W Queensland tie result with 171 by home side and early advertising totals.
A quiet ceremony united Miss Mov daughter of Mr and Mrs George Wilson of Grae Street Layverell with Edward P son of Air and Mrs P McFadeoen Moree. The bride wore Georgette over crepe de chine with veil lent by Mrs Allan Wilson. Attendant Miss Willisime wore white silk with matching trims. gold brooch given as a gift by the bridegroom.
Yesterday at Howebuch yarding reached twenty nine thousand three hundred entities with good quality. The market showed a slight softness though demand remained steady for prime lambs and age groups, with flocks penned numbering around 1300.
Winehoombe Carnou Ltd reports firmer wool prices in Bradford with buyers showing slight favor while Sydney close levels peak. Demand for raw material remains steady as Continental wool inquiries rise and exchange pressures influence trade. American tariff shifts may affect bids, with United States buyers focused on high yield wool and competition from Japan shaping prices.
In Western Australia a Commonwealth air tour ended in disaster as three aeroplanes collided near Murchann. Two pilots Turent Pawcett and Bronder were killed instantly. Major Brierley MLA Mr Dorgel Lieut Taplin witnesses. An on scene inquest led to immediate burials and unclear cause with the machines veering apart.
Moorfield notes summarize Saturday results across races including Flying Monditcap and Maiden Handicap divisions with names like Abernethy Comical and Ovation. It reports windier discussions at the Inveratl Jowkey Club over rebate questions, mentions New Realand horse records, and notes Winkfield and Bowood jockeys amid broader turf tidings.
A club meeting presided by Ns. C. B. Ring names subcommittees for steward, ground, gate, and other roles. A tenor race meeting is planned for Gil and 7th January with prize money of 175 and full purse up to 100 miles. The secretary will relinquish his position at month end. Mr. O. C. Dareghy appointed in his stead.
A parade is scheduled for Thursday at 2 o'clock for all members of the Citizen's Yorena. The event will be attended by Division Air Commander General Brand and other senior officers in a formal review.
The dehydration building opposite Byrom Howl progresses with contractor Wade starting the job ahead of company confirmation. The Morton Dehydrator system is being installed under inventor supervision and the factory should be ready for active operation within two weeks. The 115 by 40 feet main building houses a 10 by 3 feet dehydrator. foundations are dug 2 to 3 feet deep, with earth used to improve drainage. Vegetables dehydrate in three to five hours, potatoes shrink to one fifth weight, onions and carrots to one tenth, and flavors and oils are retained for preservation. The factory, designed by Mr. Morton, is praised for solid construction and practical layout.
The record notes a strikingly poor poll in the municipality amid claims of internet impure influence and municipal matters. It highlights the low turnout despite easy voter registration, signaling unusual voter engagement dynamics.
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