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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 13, 1939
Page
8
War news outlines Finland and the Soviet border tension with calls for immediate truce and sanctions. Reports discuss Germany's stance at Geneva, possible League reactions, and Italy’s stance under Mussolini. British intelligence notes and naval concerns surface amid broader European diplomacy and troop movements.
The article discusses weekly fish intake, sea foods, and minerals to support thyroid health. It notes fresh water fish versus salt water varieties, with guidance on digestion and nutrient content. It mentions oysters and mackerel as examples and references iodine importance for the body. It also covers preparation and cautions about mineral content and safe cooking practices.
The Maternal Chu staged a Christmas program led by Mrs. Abd and treasurer Mr. Hint. Children performed songs including Singe Sela while guests handed gifts. Speakers praised the group, with many volunteers and attendees from local clubs and town groups sharing festive wishes.
The Agricultural Genetic section outlines recommended wheat varieties for New South Wales, noting about forty varieties grown annually and selecting seven to prioritize for broad cultivation. It highlights Geeralying, Eureka and Mighty varieties for rust resistance, and lists late, mid, and early maturing types such as Musa, Gular, Pard, and Waratah. The discussion covers area suitability, disease resistance, and timing to guide farmers in choosing varieties.
A terse update notes cricket developments in Asia with leadership shifts and upcoming fixtures. Key players and regions mentioned include teams and venues as the scene moves toward new matches and standings.
A damaged OCR fragment outlines a night tennis event with player names, times, and locations. It mentions January and late morning or afternoon sessions, listing several participants and a competition schedule though details are obscured. The item reads like a local sports brief from a small newspaper page.
A second woman in as many days died after falling near the Gap. The body was identified as a young married woman from Ohio, with authorities continuing inquiries into the incident.
At the Capitol three feature films are listed for tonight The Drom The Sinus and The Michaels Stay Time showings include a short montage from the Motical educational program The Auntn Set Four er frm Brains for-Bing and a selection featuring Ani Latur fap Munter plus supporting acts Two Erte and Will never be forgotten note of a historical film lineup and rotating titles
Reports cite ongoing disruption at a wheat silo with multiple drivers quitting after a breakdown in overall arrangements. Mr Wade sought a permit for sericulture operations while Mr Reid noted the silo hours extend four daily.
Fragmentary OCR text shows names, places, and numbers with no clear event. The readable bits mention Walle Kent, Sarin Swit, Kon na Tru eihay mink image, and various surnames and titles, but no coherent news item or outcome to summarize.
The Australian Wheat Board faced scrutiny as the public service officials recommended J Thompeod for the top role, highlighting the need for high standards in the public sector. Reports indicate the appointment stirred debate among committees and the United Kingdom government over the board’s leadership and past expenses.
The Inverell Rifle Club announces handicaps for Saturdays 300 yard event featuring seven shot rounds. Competitors listed include Wade Hamilton, Ron Bucknell, Lennart Parages, Thomas Lane, Q Quinn, Rex Ree, Manuel, Currie, Brilee Currie, Quinn, McKennie, Greig, and others.
The article notes Rev A J Praser, soon to succeed Canon Mulley Air View at Ar Sydney, ordained in Sydney in 1904, later rector of Janeroe and Shlinarbowr, then St Polip's Auburn in 1916, with subsequent priestly roles including years as rector at Auburn and related appointments through 1918.
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