08 Dec 1937
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1937
Page
1
Sydney reports the Minister for Education Mr. D. H. Drummond introduced a bill to widen university access for technical college students and to authorize country University Colleges. The bill passed its first reading in the Legislative Assembly.
Sydney election tally shows Civic Reform holding 12 seats and Labor 8 after last night’s count, leaving the council composition unchanged. The report notes no shifts in party balance despite ongoing recounts.
In Sydney on Wednesday Dr Wall pressed for legislation to improve treatment of mental defectives. He cited crime prevalence and urged radical measures to punish the crime, leaving details to members. Minister Hawkins pledged to consider the question.
In Sydney the Legislative Assembly adjourned amid protests as Government Whip Ardill moved to close the second reading of the Greater Newcastle bill. Labor member Booth shouted accusations against Minister Spooner, calling for removal after a confrontation. the Sergeant at Arms escorted Booth from the chamber.
George Elliott, the state featherweight champion, defeated Victorian titleholder Al Roberts in a V rounds contest at Leichhardt Stadium last night. Elliott outpointed Roberts through the middle and late rounds, securing the decision.
The wheat market firmed yesterday on overseas tone and two Australian cargoes in London. New silo wheat dealt at 4/6, later dates at 4/6 per bushel, with some late at 4/6 7. Millers bought at these rates, no shipper purchases traced. New season bagged wheat at 4/8, old season ex terminals at 4/0. Trading was larger than Monday but not lively as farmers hold back from selling.
Reports from Nanking describe Japanese forces at the city walls while the main army prepares a final assault. Chinese defenders burn and blow up key facilities to deny the invaders, crews depart, and attempts to delay the Japanese are ongoing. Chiang Kai Shek and allies evacuated amid chaotic pursuit as the city edges toward surrender.
Reports from Barcelona on Tuesday confirm 30 to 1W deaths in the first air raid of the month. In a separate notice from Malta, two of General Franco's airmen were forced down in the Mediterranean after engine trouble and rescued by the steamer Largs Bay, which was in Australian trade. The airmen said a Russian ship refused to render aid.
The aviator condemns the government plan for a public inquiry into EUALAF accidents. He argues a closed probe would resemble medieval times and praise for openness, while condemning an all-RAAF panel. He cites training flaws and pilot inefficiency as the crash cause.
Australian actress Jocelyn Howarth now Constance Worth wins a divorce from her husband George Brent in Hollywood. The ruling clears the way for Worth to pursue independent film endeavors.
Tin 432 of Sydney shows unit price quoted lower at 43.2 as trading notes indicate mild market movement on Wednesday.
The local wheat market edged slightly steadier with bulk new season parcels quoted around 4% bushel. Prices per bag and bed loams appear mixed as traders assess supply and demand in Sydney.
In Sydney on a Wednesday labor ballots favor Mr Lane for the ALP executive, seen as certain to secure support between annual conferences. A food group victory by Mr Shelton and a strong showing by meat employees from Mr Stainer signal broad backing among trades and industry workers as party factions weigh control of the official organ.
In Sydney, Mr KOR Cramp of the Royal Australian Histories Far'nty warned of immigration trends as Southern European migration grows. Minister McEwen dismissed fears of dangerous communities forming, saying the influx is not abnormal and no threat to the Commonwealth.
Sydney market notes list various prices and goods such as cheese, butter, and honey with fluctuating figures. Mixed garbled terms obscure exact items and values, reflecting a damaged OCR page with incomplete prices and vendor names.
Sydney forecast at 9 am for the next 24 hours warns of unsettled conditions in eastern districts with more showers and thunderstorms and isolated squalls with hail mainly along the coast and highlands. Elsewhere mainly fine, southerly winds, gradual cooling, and rough seas offshore.
The Newtown Council elected Mrs Jilian Fowler as Mayor for the year without opposition. She is Australia’s first woman Mayor and has chosen her only married daughter Mrs E Thrney to become Mayoress. Mrs Fowler said she had fulfilled one of her life’s ambitions.
A fierce storm today hit Manly Nurribeen areas with lightning striking a tree in Plet water rand. Large wood splinters scattered along Brookvale street, narrowly missing three men, with a fragment crashing through a window and narrowly missing a woman.
Yesterday's sales at Gouldsbrough showed 4202 bales offered with strong demand and clearances across most descriptions. Compared with November 2, prices rose about 6 to 7 percent, with competition broad and major buyers including T W Storey Yass and John Michell and Sons Barra ba among those listed, noting several consignors from Upper Manilla Glen Innes and Scone.
In the House of Commons Sir John Simon the Chancellor of the Exchequer stated that about 60 percent of the Australian conversions loan remains with the underwriter. He said the immediate result of operations depends largely on market conditions and the line of issue. The Government is prepared to notify Australia that no new issue or conversions will be permitted to rank on the trustees until a considerable portion of the towns is repatriated.
The Minister for Lands E A Buttenshaw will resign from the State Cabinet in a few days. Colin Sinclair is appointed or to be appointed to the vacant post as successor. The Farmers and Gra gers Co operative Grain Insurance Agency Company Limited appoints a Manager yesterday. Sir Arthur Trethowan was managing director.
The Diocesan Bursary examination results are in for Tavtrell Convent of Mercy Inverell. A list shows ten names in merit order and notes several candidates by name.
If Lord Mayor Alderman Howl declines nomination next year, Crick or Nock are viewed as likely elected options. The bulletin notes prospects hinge on Howl's decision and party backing.
The Capital presents You Can Have Everything tonight through Friday with Alice Faye Don Ameche and the Ritz Brothers. A matinee Friday offers a bargain show, mixing song and comedy with lively dance routines and a lighthearted finish. A supporting film Drargerman Courage features Jean Muir and Barton McLane, adding drama and thrills to the program.
On Saturday next the Imperials meet the Centrals in a friendly on the showground with play to start at 1:45. Imperial players include Gee Howard T Hagan A Webster B Berrie H D Arcy B Condon C H Hubbard J Watkins J Mitchell E Darcy R Varley. Centrals feature R Britton J Kearns A Poate Matheson K Delbridge W Crosley Jo Archer Gunson Rik Gannon P Carney D Veitch.
A holiday notice advertises a display of wrist watches as gift ideas for the Christmas season. The item list emphasizes affordable, stylish timepieces and seasonal promotions to attract shoppers in the window display.
A vintage ad promotes outdoor living with bathing costumes, riding outfits, fishing gear, and wearable apparel. It highlights comfortable attire for open spaces and introduces Cellular Sports Shirts for men priced at 8 shillings 6 pence, emphasizing color options and practical wear for outdoor occasions.
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