22 Dec 1939
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 22, 1939
Page
1
Newspapers across nations report Captain Langsdorff of the Graf Spee died by his own hand, with many attributing the action to Hitler. The London Times is especially harsh, calling him Hitler the Scuttler, while German papers vary in emphasis on the captain's fate.
The United Kingdom and Canada seal an agreement to deliver five and a half million pounds of bacon and ham for distribution to the fighting forces. It stands as one of the largest such pacts to date, reflecting wartime cooperation.
Yesterday the King and Queen of Tats paid a visit to His Holiness the Pope. It marks the first royal visit in a decade since the Lateran Treaty acknowledged the Vatican See. The Pope will retreat to the Vatican on Thursday, with the royal party expected to stay until Wy 17.
A fragmentary notice reports ships on lookout for the Aruka doomed, with references to Florida ports and distant warnings. The text is unclear but hints at maritime peril and harbor activity near Florida.
A fragmented article discusses Germany's Christmas traditions and non religious customs. It mentions political figures, public committees, and various names amid garbled text describing different holiday practices and cultural observations.
Congratulatory notes were sent to farmers and fishermen while messages of praise reached firemen. The garbled text references public acknowledgments and local officials, with scattered names and phrases indicating a ceremonial or civic tribute.
Preliminary work begins on the Keepit Dam project as part of a major conservation plan. A survey party surveyed roads near the site as head works for a network of water schemes across the Nori wy cer districts, near Gunnedah.
A terse New York message reports Col Lindeburg resigning from a high military position amid uncertain political developments. The notice provides few specifics and notes the resignation as an unexpected move within the national leadership.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a public scandal at a stock exchange with unclear names and events. The readable portions imply coverage of market turmoil and alleged misconduct, but specifics and individuals are obscured by garbled characters and misreadings. The item resembles a brief market news item or column note.
Hore Relisha lauds Canadian crews receiving acclaim in Enlai time. He notes their discipline and conduct, calling them perhaps the finest group to cross the Atlantic. The secretary for war remarks on superior teamwork and readiness.
Reservists from Merl bey Adelaide and Brisbane will remain in Sydney for Christmas due to travel disruptions. One member said that even if orders arrive, they cannot return home. Australians in Queensland and Victoria react with concern as the war impact widens.
A damaged notice reports a returned soldier facing unresolved issues in the Gap region. Fragments mention attempts at work and obstacles, with uncertain details about locations or authorities. The readable bits hint at distress, seeking assistance or intervention from a local entity.
Fragmented OCR text shows jumbled phrases about a royal wedding and messages from royalty. The readable portions mention a diamond wedding and a formal message from royal figures. Details such as names, dates, places, or exact events are unclear due to the garbled source.
An official report says Helsinki was bombed by Russian planes causing significant damage to buildings and two hospitals. Finnish forces reportedly damaged the Murmansk to Leningrad railway line while fighting rages around various fronts as winter conditions hamper Red Army efforts.
Shareholders in the Miners' Co operative Society held a late meeting and decided to reinstate a dismissed employee conditionally on obeying the Geneva Manager's instructions. The bakery will reopen today to supply about 3000 meals with bread over Christmas. Home made scones replaced bread for many in the South Mutant area yesterday.
The Hedsca ives Association protested to ABC over risqué jokes. Eleanor Generiss led the group and threatened complaints to Boelass stations, claiming offenders and urging action. Mrs Generiss urged ABC to discipline the presenter and cited indignation at a Robeys joke.
Disjointed OCR text reports a farmer shot incident near Orange with a fatal head wound. A note found addressed to police hints at the tragedy as the farmer’s wife and relatives were away Christmas shopping, leaving unclear details.
A protest by the Housewives' Association in Sydney condemns the State Cabinet's refusal to register German nationality doctors. The action targets Premier and authorities, highlighting tensions over medical registration amid wartime policy.
The minister for trade and customs Mr Lawson says inquiries will check complaints of unjustified price hikes on school books, especially imports. He notes prices for pre war imported books will not rise, but new year costs including publishers charges freight and insurance push up many titles. He was told that even long-stock books have shown substantial increases.
Quotations for export wheat were unchanged today while milling activity remained quiet. Traders noted stable prices as buyers and sellers held positions, with small parcels traded among mills and exporters amidst a subdued market.
Market notes from Sussex Street show mixed quotations for staples and produce. Readers report varied prices on potatoes, butter, cheese, maize, onions, hay and other items with several entries and odd spellings reflecting OCR style.
The Minister for Finance Mir Nash Ald Tiemelien faced criticism as Mr Lees writings, seen as undermining mutual trust, prompted the Government to seek the Governor-General revoke Mr. Lees appointment. The move followed perception of incompatibility and deteriorating cooperation among officials.
A collision at St Marys involving a car and another vehicle left a boy dead. The incident also caused facial injuries to Gordon Dowrlas Murray and a leg injury to Mrs Murray. Police reported the impact was head on and the family suffered multiple wounds as a result of the crash.
Harold Maude, 38, unemployed, died hours after saying it looked like a hard Christmas while helping lift a heavy steel bundle at work site. He collapsed at the feet of his brother in law Digger Evans, former bantamweight champion of Australia. Maude had been on the dole and was awaiting work at Five Deck.
Sydney Friday forecast extends 34 hours with isolated thunderstorms and squalls in the north east corner, otherwise fine with scattered clouds. Moderate day temperatures, sultry northeast districts, cold night in southern parts. Southwest inland winds, breezes on coast, mist along the north coast.
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