29 Dec 1933
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 29, 1933
Page
1
Sydney reports unofficially that the State Government may regulate picture theatres to show a quota of Australian films on all programmes. Premier Stevens cites Mr. F W Marks as inquiry head to gather industry information.
London reports a dispute arising from sermons at Liverpool Cathedral with the Arch Bishop of War Hurking and others accusing authorities of censoring or blocking certain opinions. Legal action contemplated against the Bishop of Liverpool over preaching rights.
The text outlines rail revenue and British transport receipts including figures for passenger routes and services. It cites totals and mentions other companies with related income and exports details, though specifics are garbled.
Weather outlook warns unsettled conditions with thunderstorms in northern districts. Warm inland temperatures give way to cooler air from the southwest. North winds shift to fresh southerly elsewhere, with continued unsettled conditions and a chance of showers.
In Adelaide on Friday Jivpert William Keend aged 32 and a companion drowned when their small boat snagged and capsized near Charley. The pair were pulling away from shore in a fragile craft with visible oars when they went into the water, despite attempts to stay afloat. Local rescue efforts were hindered by the snagged vessel.
Fragmented OCR text from a Sydney notice shows garbled lines including a 60 9 figure and unclear references to a local unit or event. No coherent details or names are readable to establish a full notice.
An agents report from Homebush notes strong demand at the border market with wethers, lambs and packers selling at premium prices. Prices quoted include wethers around 236, lambs to 277, and vealers to 618, while packers average near 26190. The report ends with a promotional line urging piano purchases.
The Finnish defense minister reveals a major munition factory head died in April 1832 and a powerful espionage group based in Helingfors may be linked to twelve spies arrested in France. He notes three factory associates poisoned and other army technicians targeted with twenty spies arrested. A young officer’s glamorous accomplice is said to play a key part.
In a Diocesan leaflet dated Thursday the Archbishop warns against panic over possible global tension. He urges calm, urges readers to read the times wisely, and reflects on the duty to strive and pray as civilisations face threats from barbarism and national egoism.
Canon Hammond condemns building a pew church as a calamity amid dire church shortages. He says supporters should realize their push harms the Anglican Church and its parishioners bearing heavy burdens. He notes the current cathedral could serve Sydney for ten more years with underused space.
The Cricket Control chairman comments on a London Evening Post cable about Don Bradman joining the Australian team for a England visit. He notes no wives rule, warns a ban could be renewed at the January 31 meeting, and defends Bradman against sensational speculation.
Report cites interview with Le Moisna noting Charpentier of the Strasbourg express allegedly caused a deadly collision with the Mancy express near Laguy. Claimed fatalities reach 273 with 24 injured as witnesses describe questionable actions and fear of family retribution amid sensational claims.
Unionists at Mount Tso mines vote overwhelmingly against proposed wage reductions. The Mount Isa miners scene reflects broader labour tensions as workers challenge employer demands and seek better terms.
A series of warehouse fires in an English town burned early today. Investigators suspect arson as flames destroyed contents including cigars and small goods. Police note similar incidents in recent days and seek a suspect seen fleeing the scene.
Frederick William Smith and co defendants were discharged after alleging no evidence had been offered. The case involved a conspiracy to defraud Albert Edward Morris of valuables valued at about £400. Counsel for the defense argued there was no proof presented to the chamber.
Berlin reports a thorough reorganization of military defence with early steps expected soon. The plan references new command and service changes as authorities tighten security for imminent operations.
Police say fingerprints from unknown men recovered along the Murrumbidgee River near Wagga are indecipherable. No description will be released of the believed murder victim as authorities review the case statewide.
Aull leapt from Tarragunda ridge near Bega after drinking poison. Aborigines nearby dragged a man from the waters and tried to save him. Sharp, a resident of Wages, drank from a bottle of salsa then jumped. the soaking man died eight hours later.
Fortune favors Sydney as the 175th lottery draw names Homebush as the first prize winner with syndicate Horseshoe led by John B Ware of Ismay Avenue Homebush. Second prize goes to Wright sldict led by Mir W Wright of High Street Willoughby. Third prize awarded to May's Luck syndicate run by Mrs FE Giramby of Thomas Street North, and Our Luck syndicate led by A WooT Whale of Sturt Street Kensington secures the fourth prize.
Visitors during Christmas see strong building activity in Inverell especially in the main business streets. New shops and offices rise on Byron Street near Clarke Foley and Cleo Bros. Knapton Estate work on Otho Street proceeds well. Capitol theatre adds ciporette Wechters palm decorations and new foyer features. Keewpie Palais under new management to offer an open air dance floor. Oxford Hotel upgrades include a 20 foot bar extension and refitted servery and extra rooms added near L Bo Milly’s lane.
The New States Royal Commission will hear evidence at Inverell Court House on Friday the 12th and Saturday the 13th of January starting at 9 30 am. The sessions are set to proceed in Inverell.
Vague cricket notes describe a Sheffield Shield game between Victoria and South Australia in Melbourne. Faded lines mention players Fleetwood Smith, Hetoe Tearling, Troamanger and Fleetwood-Simeth with partial score bits and lunch hour references.
The Education Department announced a list of teachers transfers. Miss M Fengan Inverell to Woy Woy. Miss D Lonsdale Woy Woy to Inverell. Mr P Leotard Inverell to Haberfield. Miss Hamilton Scone to Tingha. M Moss Tingha to Weenk. Miss Donelly Tingha to Arncliffe West. Miss Moore Bun dorm to Lakwaba. Miss K Buckley Guyri to Dolungea. Miss Vickey Debungra to Guyra. Mr M L Winder Bingara to West Tamworth. Miss A Adams Bankstown to Warialda. Mr E Owins Mosquito Creek to Warialda. Miss M Watson Warialda to Bathurst. Miss P Geriman Warialda to Bathurst South. Miss J Griffin Eurewood to Warialda. Mr RL McLaughlin Kungora to Pullamanawa.
Sydney reports a shade firmer wheat market due to limited forenoon offerings with some larger deals in bagged wheat and silo sales at 28. Shippers' prices for country lots rose a penny to 28 for silo and two farthings for bagged lots as growers held back. London market steady with no Australian sales. Chicago options rose and Winnipeg market firm on harvest hopes.
Caterpillars and grasshoppers swarmed Bowenfels Vale of Clwydd and Hartley Vale causing extensive crop damage. A section near the Great Western Highway reports a column of grasshoppers advancing, with local farmers alarmed by the infestation.
Today markets list various items with odd spellings and figures such as bulk wheat around 27, butter about 114 6 per ewt, cheese at Td, maize 3 6 per bus, onions 4 68 per ewt. Other entries mention lucerne and oats with unclear units reflecting a bustling but garbled price sheet.
The Returned Soldiers' League won in Sydney as financial members rose to 15,283, the highest total in the league's history.
Archbishop-elect Mowl, formerly of Ching, to arrive in Sydney on February 7th as the new head of the Sydney archdiocese. The ceremony and installation plans are expected to follow in coming weeks.
Fiveteen people including two women were arrested in Munich on Thursday for mere meeting and listening to anti Nazi propaganda. The group faced charges of possessing and distributing treasonous material and spreading anti state messages. Authorities held the suspects for further inquiry and investigation.
About a dozen workers at the Austin Brick Company works in St Peter's were dismissed for refusing overtime. The firm suspended operations while it sought to hire replacements, following union instructions.
A report from Glen Innes notes a fierce cold snap with easterly winds. Temperature readings have remained low, troubling locals during the holiday period.
Police probe suicide the body pulled from the Murrumbidgee River and possibly connected to a department issued clothing. Described man aged between 40 and 60 with medium build clean shaven full face long dark hair dressed in blue military tunic grey shirt blue dungaree trousers and Blucher boots. Body said to have been in water around ten weeks near Ditchfield's swamp location.
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