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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1939
Page
4
A 1999 discussion urges Australia to act on youth unemployment through a Youth Employment Select Committee. It argues idle land and resources offer vast opportunities for private enterprise, new industries, and European investment to absorb youth labor, while highlighting ongoing economic challenges and the need for education and reform.
A garbled local page notes shopping hours over Christmas and a Town Hall pantomime Cinderella by Mrs Chappell and pupils to aid hospitals. It mentions council, Education Department, and Goanowigall school plans, with dates around December 22 to 27. Details are unclear but promote community events and schedules.
The Hospital Carnival drew strong public support and featured stalls, games, and refreshments organized by the Younger Set and Ladies Auxiliary. Mayor opened the event, Mr P G Campbell led at the entrance, and profits are expected to aid the hospital wall and ground beautification efforts.
The Radiance Club hosts a Wednesday night card party to benefit Baby Norman. Prizes include 100 for euchre and awards for 500 and rummy games. An overlent supper will be provided.
An operator at Sutherland signal box will manage all trains in the district using top modern signalling equipment once the Sutherland Cronulla railway opens next Saturday afternoon. He will oversee the safe running of over 100 trains daily. Cansdell's clothing displays feature "correct wear for now" as Inverell and Texas sides are announced for next Sunday's match with certain players listed and availability to be notified.
Reported injuries. Mrs. Charlie Anderson of Tumut visits her mother Mira Truman of Raglan street as concerns rise over her condition. District Council of PF and C Associations votes sympathy for late Mr. and Mrs. John Boshier. Master Friselle recovering after Innishowen Hospital operation. sister May Frizelle flew from Sydney. Engagement announced between Hilda Mary Lindsay and Mervyn Thomas. Frank Anstey, 74, ex Bourke MP, collapsed at Brunswick. condition fairly satisfactory. Jean Thomas leaves for Glen Innes to reside with parents BEN and Miss Thomas of Tattersall's Hotel. community wishes.
An attented meeting of the Progress Association was held yesterday in Bellevue to discuss desired water supply. A speaker claimed several areas had long lacked water and urged fair referential consideration. He urged that every house in the municipality that wants water should be supplied within the next twelve months.
In Inverell on Sunday Glencoe and Inverell Eight men aside competed for the Beddow Cup. Inverell won by a narrow margin of 12 points. Top Inverell scorers included Wilson 60 Dodd 55 O Brien 59 Hall 47. Lew 37 Gibbs 34 for a total 378. Glencoe’s Barton 53 Barton 51 Ebvery 48 Smith 43 Bheery 43 Ebgery 21 for 3?%.
Ma Rebecca Dicom arrangements were placed in the hands of Mr W J Thoriey for completion and oversight, transferring responsibility for ongoing duties and finalizing associated tasks.
Barbara Fox three year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Clarence Fox of Koloons died Saturday morning in the District Hospital An elder sister also an inmate of the institution Burial Saturday afternoon in the Inverell cemetery at the Church of England portico Rev E H Grammer officiating graveside services Mr W J Thorley in charge of funeral arrangements
The Button Day collection in Inverell and district totalled 68 pounds 12 shillings 6 pence after receipts from Inverell Cook Wood Mrt Russell Delungra Gruman and others. Purchases cost 119 10 advertising 1 1 sundries 64 £1217 9 profit 25 14 11. Gratitude extended to all contributors in aid of the war cause.
The Brownie Pack led by Miss Edna Perry raised 13 pounds at a Ross Hill Sunday School afternoon event to buy toys for the children’s ward of the Adhe District Hospital on Christmas morning. Several Brownies joined Guides, and a short program with piano, songs, recitations, and a folk dance entertained attendees though parental turnout was low.
An open touring car overturned near the showground at 4 o clock Sunday morning. Edward Fairlie-Cunninghame of the 24th Light Horse Regiment, stationed at Lovereil, suffers a fractured spine and is critical in District Hospital. Driver John Kerr of Buckle Croppa Creek has minor injuries and may be discharged soon. Kerr, cousin to Cunninghame, had come to Inverell for the weekend. witnesses say sparks flew as the cars collided on the road past the racecourse. The wreckage left the road, with one car pinned and the other overturned. both men were treated by camp medical staff and later admitted to hospital.
The Post Office urges early posting due to heavy year round and overseas mail. To ensure delivery before Christmas, address gifts and greetings correctly and pack perishables securely. Printed cards may be posted at id each if the map of the envelope is not sealed. letters sealed cost 2d per ounce. greeting limits apply.
The rinks and draw for Tuesday night play begin at 7 30 PM. Details will be posted at the club house. On Wednesday afternoon Inverell will face Armidale in the Blige Pennant competition on the local Green.
Inverell officers of the 2nd Light Horse Regiment hosted an official evening, inviting town leaders and returned units. Captain Hardy praised the chefs and toasted the 35th Battalion and Inverell district. Major Varley and Lt. Col. Anderson spoke on camaraderie, honors, and readiness for future action as the banquet closed with thanks to supporters and local groups. Boxing finals followed the banquet.
Tomorrow night in Assembly Hall students host their annual reunion with an inaugural address by Dr Booth of Armidale University. School captains Betty Campbell and Hanvey Scott open at 8 pm, with Russell Riddett offering thanks. Dancing to 11 30 followed by boxing final Pettit vs Heath and mayoral cup presentations.
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