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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 23, 1929
Page
5
The district celebrates a record harvest and prosperous year for farmers and townspeople though graziers face wool price declines. The article urges goodwill, unity, and the true Christmas spirit to heal disputes and improve community relations, asking readers to "play the game" and cultivate constructive cooperation year round.
Advertisers and subscribers are requested to place orders to receive the benefits of the Christmas and New Year holidays. Items will be printed on Friday, December 27 and New Year's Day, January 1. This will be the only altered issue.
The report from Inverell notes a remarkable lambing season with ewes marked at 100 percent in one paddock and 95 percent yield in another, plus progeny returns near 106 percent overall. Amid maiden two-tooth ewes, the overall mark rate is described as phenomenal with high savings possible from green range feeds and careful selection.
Miss Irene Maury eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs W Gardner of Woods Street Inverell wed Mr Jane Donald son of Mrs E Campbell of Henderson Street Inverell at St Augustine's Church The Rev EF Ho Btammer officiated The bride wore ivory crepe de chine with blue hat and bouquet A bridesmaid wore rose crepe de chine and a rack hat The best man was Mr A Holder A reception at the bride's home followed with pink crepe de chine frock and rose decorations Gifts included a pink mother of pearl tablet set for the bride and a transmitter for the couple’s future home
A roughs aged text touts Chamberain Cough Remedy, claiming it loosens phlegm and eases expectoration. The ad-style fragment suggests it helps with irritation and sleep, noting its preventive use before certain nighttime discomforts.
The combined Methodist and Presbyterian choirs will perform at the Inverell hospital on June morning at 10 oclock for patients. Public welcome. expected to be an excellent entertainment.
Official handicap weights for Inverell Jockey Club Cup meeting list entries across events beginning January 1 with further races on January 2 and 3. Notable weights include Goodetead 6.5, Chipwood 7.5, Crystal Brook 11, Pound Rock 8.8, Miss Legal 6.0, Ted McCarthy 7.0, Bowery 7.0, Deplore 7.0, Matson 6.0, Flossie Yetman 8.2, and Bright Jorn 7.0 among many entries across Maiden and Flying Movies handicaps and a seven furlong Inverell Cup.
List of declared handicaps for Tingha races on December 28 and 30. Contains entries for Maiden, Flying, Novice, Tingha Cup, and Club Handicap with weights for horses such as Call Me, Tyson, Lady Eton, Golden Message, Orb, May Boy, Gounod, Lullaby, and Kia Ora among others.
Reynolds was knocked out by Roy Fenton in a fifteen round boxing match at Tingha on Friday night. Fenton dominated from early, finishing Reynolds at the start of the fourth round with a right cross after a left set. Referee was Mr. Joe Callagher. Fenton slated for another bout in Inverell on January night.
Local society pages report engagements including Fidel May to Cecil Emanuel and Ivy Mooney to David Jones. Christmas visits and holidays unfold as families travel to Manly Narrabri Taree and Bondi. A December wedding at Bong Bong Vale unites Muriel Bowling and David Lloyd with reception at Moss Vale.
Roy Brevens a telephone mechanic and John Colin Roy Sharpe of Inverell were riding from Tingha when their motorcycle skidded on gravel near a bend. Sharpe died en route to hospital. Brevens survived with facial abrasions and a pinned foot. Sharpe’s body was buried at Inverell cemetery with Rev. H Stammers conducting. Stevens was hospitalized in Glen Innes.
Doris May Bell aged 16 daughter of Mr and Mrs Prank Bell of George Street was seriously injured riding her brother’s bicycle on Brae Street. She fell on the left side, fracturing the left collar bone and sustaining bruises and abrasions. She was taken to Inverell District Hospital where her condition remained serious but showed improvement.
Christmas services listed for St Andrew's Inverell and other churches including Roman Catholic and Church of England with times. Byron Street fire near Patrick Davis Arcade caused minor damage. firefighters and police contained blaze quickly with little material loss.
The report notes pig fat type products in Germany with a common market weight around 170s, highlighting a separation from potato culture. It discusses fat type quality and market assessment without attributing to specific breeds or regions.
A sales notice invites customers to visit Cansdell's to save money with a habit-collect preen cow mons offer and coupon book. Call now to secure the savings and enjoy the perceived value.
Inverell carnival shore up New Year night events with expert nominations from Sydney Brisbane and regional riders. Nominations close Boxing Night at Finch and Co. s, with Saturday road race from Tattersall s Hotel. Prize money generous led by donor W Treland contributing £3 3s.
An ad urges households with children to keep Chamberlains Pain Balm for minor injuries. It claims the balm soothes pain stops bleeding relieves sprains cleans wounds and speeds healing. A bottle costs a mere trifle. Also notes a furnished dwelling wanted for two or three months by C Murray.
A brisk property notice offers a comfortably arranged cottage with several rooms and a bath, garage, sheds, and immediate possession for £445. Boggs and L H Boggs are named as the sellers.
A notice seeks a junior male clerk with knowledge of typewriting VARLEY and PARKER. Applicant should possess basic office skills and be available for immediate employment. Apply at the specified office with credentials and references.
Impounded at Ashford on December 2 1829 from Cawdor by E F and C Go. Red poly bullock three years old brand SP1 ear split no visible brand top of ear. If not released the beasts will be sold by public auction at noon on the fifteenth day of January. D Sutherland, font keeper.
Classified sale notice lists a used Cetinder 30 Cwi and a Trink device in poor condition. Mentions a thirty month recitation term and price 2180. Contact J MeBFaM Ford Deuler Inverell for details.
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