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Newspaper

Inverell Times

Location

Inverell, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Dec 09, 1938

Page

9

Milk and Water Policy in Australian Defence Debate

A broadcast by Mr Lyons argues that war is probable for Australia and urges preparation rather than reliance on hope. He warns of invasion risk, cites iron export policies, naval strength, and universal military service as key measures to deter conflict within the next fifty years.

Mr. Lyons Mrr. Lyons Australia Commonwealth Britain Pacific Lyonm United States

Harvest and theater mix in a rugged NSW town

Local reports note bumper pea yields ranging from 1 to 120 bushels per acre amid storms easing drought while townsfolk prepare for a community Christmas ball and a large theater program. Polls and enlistment notices prompt residents to contact officers. thefts and shop window displays draw attention as Canadel's promotes Crystal Glassware and local events proceed.

Mather and Giresly refit while Kee heads Tamworth High

Local notices report Byron Mather and Byron Giresly refitting on water while daughter and O Kee WA headmaster named to Tamworth High. Empire Hotel man C Brown returns post appendicitis. Mayors Ald Peacheke and Perrin cited, Dr Quorebesd noted. Inverell club member Kaith Rourke travels to Sydney for Granville pool meet. Executive Council expands Justices of the Peace with a lengthy list of appointees. Continuous city notes include public figures Barker Bower Caldwell Chandler Chappell Clarke Boot Coles Hayden Kearns Porritt Proctor Beard Vivers. King’s Piscina

Albert Leslie Barker Bank of N.O.W Oslungra Conrad Edgar Bower Hampton Valley Wakaida Frank Kenneth Caldwell Mole Station Mole River Tenterfield Harold Keith Chandler Sundarra Walter John Frederick Chappell Byron-streaj Inverell Ralph Errol Clarke Banking Co Sydney Otho-Street Edward Boot Cobb Baker's Creek Buntorre Matilda Coles Tingha Winifred Jay Hayden Angus Roy Kearma Ashford Robert Harry Porritt Bundarra Harry George Proctor George-street Inverell Leslie Beard Jack Leigh King's Pisina

Hottest Imveret Weather Record Amid Sudden Temperature Swing

Wednesday in Imveret recorded a peak of 95 degrees marking the season's high, just above Tuesday by half a degree. A sharp fall followed with an official reading of 68 degrees after a shower near the late afternoon hours, with tail warnings noted. Subsequent daily highs show 95, 85, and 54 degrees as readings drifted.

Imveret Wwrnion Max Tidimi

Inverell Militia Support Decides For Unit Establishment

At the December Inverell Sub-branch meeting of the ELS and SILA members pledged wholehearted cooperation to support the Defence Department in establishing a Militia Unit in Inverell. The motion called for backing recruitment and a militia presence as directed by authorities.

Drowning Tragedy At Bonshaw Claims Mr Fairbrother

Mr Keith Sidney Fairbrother son of Archdeacon Fairbrother of Tamworth drowned at Bonshaw yesterday afternoon while swimming with Miss Winnie Sargeant. They had swum across a river when he deemed it too far and sank after turning back. Miss Sargeant helped grip him twice but could not save him. The body was recovered from ten feet of water after an hour. Artificial respiration failed and funeral plans were made for Tamworth on Saturday.

Keith Sidney Fairbrother Archdeacon Fairbrother Tamworth Bonshaw Fairbrother Winnie Sargeant Misa Sargeant Mr. Fairbrother Sergeant Grieg Lamb Parker Pairbrother Archdeacon Enverell Teachers’ College Armidal

Camsdell's Window Displays Stand Out

Camsdell's showcases its windows with outstanding displays. Visitors are invited to walk through the spacious departments and see for themselves that the store offers practical and sensible It Goods.

Camsdell's

Women's Guild Fete Opens Benevolent Fair At Hall

Mrs Wade opened the Women's Guild fete with praise for the women’s work and the Mayoress in attendance. The hall featured tea and floral decorations with stalls run by named ladies for novelty, cakes, sweets, produce, and refreshments.

de Wemer Andrew Mra. Wade B. M. Wade L .J. Cloonan Wade F. Jock the Rey Arthur Edmunda Lucky McKenge Heath Jack Toe A. Wd Donald Childevn Tran

Clearing sale at Dunalpine on Amaryllis Road

A verbose damaged ad for a clearing sale at Dunalpine Aurora area. It pegs Saturday December 17 with furniture including tables chairs beds and more. Bids and terms are hinted with payments and cancellations but details are unclear.

Dunalpine Arrawilia Road Acca Bares Saburday Mt Achaka Petia Sales Hithelass Furniture Applendid Masort Dent Welae Block Corrivdale Aid Poalbeel Jae Lee API

Week End Show At The Capitol Breegy On Efors

The listings announce a capti­vating bill at the Capitol Breegy featuring Mutiny as a key program with a romantic comedy element. The main couple Robert Montgomery and Virgina Bruce lead the romance joined by Warren William and Binnie Barnes in a matrimonial love-and-laughter subplot. Also featured are Under Suspicion with Jack Hull and others, plus Rowe Mune starring Shatelie MacDonald and Mele Eady as prime attractions for bargain nights following.

Robert Montgomery Vironia Bruce Warren William Binnie Barnes Jack Hull tUnis Wetton Rowe Shatelie MacDonald Mele Eady

Mother Earth Essay Competition for junior farmers

The Rural Bank sponsors the Mother Earth Junior Essay Contest with two scholarships and cash prizes. Entries must be in by December 22. The event ties to the Basay Competition and Hawkesbury College course opportunities for winners.

Wullsberg Farner Club of Nsw Hawkesbury College Dom- Balle Bowyer

Private ring shop ad hints Christmas sale at Parmenter’s

The notice promotes early engagement with a private room for selecting engagement and wedding rings at Parmenter’s. It suggests a Christmas spirit sale and urges customers to visit the store in Canada or nearby area for gilt gifting.

Cansdell Parmenter

Fete Opens for Sisters of Mercy in Inverell

Very Rev Dearn OWells opened the Inverest fete by urging Mayor Ald Cloonan to back the event run by the Sisters of Mercy. He praised Catholic community effort, noting many spectators and stallholders reported good business and hoped donations would be fruitful.

Dean Owells P.P V.P Inverest Ald L. J. Cloonan Sisters of Mercy Inverell Cloonan Ald Cloonan Bern TF Clarke

Inverell Races Weights For December Meeting Declared

The Inverell weights for the December meeting set for December 16 and 17 were announced. Nominations for the fixture show strong entries with major events including the December Handicap over seven furlongs. Hilarious (Bara long-Jubilant) wins Rutherford Handicap at Maitland with Norman Robinson aboard, and earlier scored at the Motor Racing Club's Gold Cup meeting.

Art Cii Henry the Furs Lachlan Wedge Girl Wedbridge Golden Nassau Bijingo Rory O'More Paul Robeson Cameron Thrioma Good Land Celtic Chief Jardine Furs Cos Joy O Verdun Sir Mart Blackir Ray Flay Bar Graceflete Paul Roveson McIntyre Actress Spear Gold Vista Saradoon Ha Ha Zell David Boutern Gold Val Paddington Brian Crowley Hilarious Maitland Motor Racing Club Norman Robinson Bancor Hilarious

Bannockburn Council Final Meeting Highlights President Deputy elected

The council’s final meeting covered the yearly presidential allowance and a motion set at 682. Dr Makim was the sole nominee for President and signaled a willing return for another term with support from Cr Rainger and others. Cr Rainger was elected Deputy President, and praise was given for road and shire improvements while stressing no single person caused the road works.

Makim Rainger Cr Makim A. G Pigott Cro Makim Mir Hately J A Cailroy

Tamworth and Inverell School Changes Reported

Me Fod O Gallagher of Tamworth High School is appointed Headmaster of Taverell High School as the Tamworth grade rises. Mr Gallagher, once a modern languages instructor at North Sydney High, is praised for scholastic potential. Mr Hutchison of Little Plain becomes first assistant at Inverell Primary under new headmaster Mr Farrow.

Hutchison Little Plain Inverell Primary Hon Farrow

Christmas Sale Encourages Early Gift Buying

Hong Yuen's advertises a two week countdown to Christmas with a large display of goods and special prices. The store invites shoppers to visit without obligation, promises easy gift choices, and urges early purchases to avoid crowds and ensure timely delivery.

Hong Yuen's Advi

Loving a Edward Collins Manages Memory in Obituary Style

A fragment memorial note speaks of Edward Collins who lived in December 1083 and died at 67, with a daughter and son in law Mellie and Ernest Weekes and Arthur Clifford and Madge. The piece references roles as pantrymaid and hotel staff, with adverts for hotel positions and a hair care product promotion.

Eiward Collins Mager Dad Mellie Ernest Weekes Arthur Clifford Madge

For Sale One Super Club Speedwell Bicycle Offer

For sale a nearly new Speedwell bicycle with freewheel deck pedal and rim brakes. Includes mudguards and carrier. Asking 15 pounds. Apply at this office.

Used 1933 Vauxhall 25 Tourer for sale

Mechanism appearance and upkeep described as perfect, five tyres, registered. Claimed to be best used car offering. Forely inspection advised. Simmons & Brock, Phone Test Vivian Street, Inverell.

Simmons & Brock Vivian Street Inverell

Maw Hill Par ols and Citizens' Aid fete December 14

A Maw Hill Parish and Citizens’ Aid meeting last night, chaired by President M S Looby, outlined plans for a fete on Wednesday night. The Major will open the function at 1B pm, with patrons to enjoy a programme of items and a tea, while funds benefit the association.

Maw Hill M.S. Looby Ems Newi Groteresting Bopley P&c Tea Boas CO

Night Bowls Describes Full House at Inverel Bowling Club

Keen interest marked the weekly summer event as 56 players competed at Inverel. Trim's rink defeated Furness in a tight final. The report lists numerous matchups, round results, and semis with Trim and Furness advancing to the final while gifted items and family gifts are noted at the end.

Trim’s A. Furness Miko Wrights Victoria Furness Mele Melville Chamwlan Lindmoys Beel Pilz Dean Id Hardaker Howe Holloway Buxton Nea- GL Itor Delpridge C Brown Winter Iy Wilton P Brown Moore Turner Wotstire Berry Dawson Brive MrcLennon Kingstill Cory Eddy Woods Milleah Bunyan Flood Allan Trin Manning R Furness Burgess Pp Nesbitt J Mine Swinton Mesbitt A Furnes Asher Bartle Riddle Gyrmany McParland Finter Ramsay Egamith Crue Horton Fletcher Baron Wright O. Smith P Nesbitt A Furness E Smith Lindm Wright Trim Pinal L. Trim

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