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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 18, 1933
Page
4
A 1933 editorial argues for restrained public spending and prudent governance. It critiques state and local administrations for wasteful policies while urging lawmakers to align with public wisdom and efficiency, praising austerity and sensible budgeting across offices and municipalities.
A compact notice page from the Times dated Wednesday December 27, 1934, outlining holiday advertising and publication arrangements for Christmas and New Year. Applies to advertisers and Sutstriber, with references to Tavern Times and scheduling around late December and early January.
The article reports police warnings and events linked to a wartime era gathering near a Gun Club. It notes a Peter Psaroy victory over Fom Hughes, a two bird margin by Preston and Redding, and mentions a game at a lake event with varied commentary and local figures referenced in a fragmented fashion.
In Collarenebri a town meeting saluted the departing official Mr J Brows with a wallet of notes and a clock. Elders presided, expressions of gratitude were given, and Mrs White was praised as a civic stalwart for her charity work. The event featured songs and fond reminiscences from residents and local figures.
Fragmented report records temperatures from Friday to Monday with wide ranges and mentions of community activities. It references local organizations, a hospital auxiliary, fundraising aims, and a Saturday dance event with winners named and noted performances.
In a downtown court at Lawrence, Robert Willis Johnson aged 26 and Calle Berna Browne aged 30 were charged with violent behavior after a fracas outside the court house. Witnesses described a crowd and several confrontations before a police officer intervened. The defendants claimed self defense, with a disputed account of the incident and the judge scheduled further proceedings.
St Andrew's Church held a Saturday afternoon kindergarten Christmas tree event on the grounds of BL Andrews Presbyterian Church. About 80 children participated in Joys of 4 Christianae with a decorated tree filled with gifts, mothers assisting, and Santa Claus finale.
Saturday bowling results listed several matches with named players like Gary Simpman AyorEM McFwrand Aven Nesbitt and Browks Builder Wad Michelar facing losses. Dibley Stewart Maine Knalort Swan L Smith Wilmington Brown were involved in other results.
Fragmentary cricket note from New South Wales versus South Australia with names unclear. Mentions players Niches and Ryan and an innings context but details are garbled.
A chaotic fragment outlines a string of weekend road incidents across several regions including Inverell and Tumara. It mentions injuries, witnesses, and emergency responses, with scattered references to people such as Robert Hardy and O'Brien and to locations like New South Wales and Victoria. The text is garbled and incomplete, but indicates multiple crash events and medical attention.
A horse named Tramp, owned by Mr Pred Weston of Mundarre Road, bolted during a sulky trial and fell on a bitumen road near a ridge. The animal suffered severe injuries, with head and left side damaged, and had to be destroyed. owner and Con lateral Mitchri reported the incident as the horse recovered from the fall.
The boxing day meeting nominations close Wednesday at 6 pm. Competitors may enter two events and must submit nomination forms to confirm entry for the hurdle race. The committee plans to run a couple of P and L tasks and will meet after in a bid to organize a strong program.
The post office reports unusually high Christmas handling volumes causing delays. Hours may extend and deliveries be slower while staff manage the peak season. Local customers are advised to expect longer wait times and plan accordingly through Thursday of this week.
Jockeys faced a soggy track at Rosehill with events spanning nursery, handicap and division races. The program included notable finishes by Memento, Princesa and Corinthian while horses like Tolvoun and Beukwity posted strong times.
The Inveril Jockey Club Cup meeting looms with entries closing soon. Owners are urged to submit nominees for all events, including the Inveril Cup itself, as decisions reach last-day deadlines. The program features races such as the £200 7 furlongs Premier Mangia Derby and other stakes, with substantial attention on three year olds and anticipated attendance at the annual ball hosted by Mrs. Frank McGrath at the showground.
The Church of Christ Sunday School held a Christmas concert last Tuesday in the chapel. About 200 patrons attended as children performed with disciplined effort under teachers M s n Mee Laane Mine R Buighty and G Dewbely. Santa Claus distributed treats, the program ended with Goodnight to all, and the audience praised the night’s success.
A Delungra council meeting on Sunday chaired by Cr Vod G Bee considered town improvements. Attendees included elected Mr J A Gilroy and chief engineer IM-AWE Taylor. The council approved a 2d rate levy and reappointed committee members. A maintenance map for odd jobs and voluntary work subsidies were discussed for township projects.
England edged Australia by 16 points in a tight rugby test on Saturday. The match featured a high scoring sequence with both sides exchanging five point leads and a late swing in favor of England.
A reader praises the performance of a young dance troupe directed by a sympathetic teacher. The review notes graceful natural movements, stage presence, and the strong influence of an accomplished seamstress and older mentor named Uncle George. It questions sources of funding and the future of the troupe.
The Hon D R Drummond Education Minister lauds Cavalcade as a high order production with stirring episodes. He notes its stark portrayal of war horrors and its ultimate message to Australians about duty and rightful occupation of the land. Producers are urged to maintain diction and acting quality to reduce criticism of American films.
The final ballot for the New Heath Wales Legislative Council seat gathering 15 members concluded Saturday. Nominees from UAP, State Labor, WA Labor, and independent groups were elected, officials include J. Graves and M. Mitchell among others. The result confirms a mixed assembly as parties reflect statewide votes and regional support.
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