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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 30, 1919
Page
4
The Municipal Gardener Mr A E Allen organized a drought resistant display of flowers in Victoria Park. A notable presentation featured zinnia beds praised by visitors. On a designated day Mr Allen delivered gathered blooms to aldermen at their homes.
The Gwyilie Shire Council merges Clerk and Engineer roles with one applicant, Mr A Price, while Ashford shire Council endorses the scheme for savings and efficiency. The Twe verell Convent receives certificates from Stott and Hoare's College for book keeping exams withHigh marks. rainfall figures and local incidents are reported along with a court case where a man fined for drinking.
A district welcome for twelve soldiers took place Tuesday in the Vowel Chambers. The Mower (Ali. OG, Bh Wing) presided with sparse attendance. Alderman T and Captain Duncnn spoke, praising the troops and inviting local support for the war effort.
Australian whisky rises from poor perception as British supply shortages and war pressures boost production and quality. Distillers expand output as 1918 19 era effects tighten stocks and shift markets toward domestic and foreign demand, with shipments valued at plot £14600 going to London and India.
Pepper's marks a clearance of stock at remarkably reduced prices ahead of a new season. The sale features large quantities of ready to wear clothing and household goods priced well below manufacture cost as the store clears unsold items before new consignments arrive. Shoppers are urged to attend early to avoid disappointment and secure best value along with practical care for purchases.
Market reports show tin prices rising with a quoted 54/. latest quotation. The issue notes a Xmas Fair prize doll won by McLean and Lydiard, and mentions a compulsory military training notice for youths born in 1908 with December 3rd 1919 as cutoff. Auctioneers Venelikre and Cumisi list Inverary property on Redford Road, purchased by P. Lagaz. A pig price summary for a large York sow details litter sizes and total offspring.
A group of Mrs Cavich's friends met at Kouta's house on the afternoon of the 20th to bid farewell before she leaves the district. Mr J. F. O'Connor and Mr and Mrs C. Lyalle expressed admiration for her valued work. A silver mounted powder box and scent bottle were presented to Mrs Cubick in appreciation.
The report lists recent weather observations over the last four days with temperature trends and a noted decline of 52 points in readings. It describes slowing progress and a cooling atmosphere, indicating ongoing changes in conditions since the previous issue.
The aldermen plan a Tuesday review of municipal finances amid rising costs for materials wages and limited revenue. Officials consider higher veto power or tighter 1920 economy measures as rate increases seem unlikely under current conditions.
Victorian Education Department advocates home economics for girls age 8 to 14, offering transition from ordinary schools to specialized domestic arts. Course covers cooking, sewing, laundry, dressmaking and household management, aiming to train girls to manage their homes efficiently and economically.
A garbled patch of 1920s style local notes mentions medals donated by D Gloonan for top attendance at a convent school awarded to Elsie Flynn and Roddie O Connor. It also records a referendum voting anecdote, elderly voters at polling booths, a Tingha Bangster Brigade performance, church Mass times, court fine for drunkenness, Christmas holidays, hospital sports, and various local civic notes.
The initial precinct returns show Cunningham leading with 11 187 votes and Webster trailing. Connnghaw notes 79 595 and Wohstuy 4 as counts in the early tally. The overall 1942 Cunningham majority appears to be established as results advance.
Ballarat vote recount completed Tuesday shows 277 valid ballots with 146 for Lab candidate Meteriah and 144 for Major Kerley, plus 7 informal ballots. A second count will be required as a large number of informal votes and transfers remain to be counted, including 745 second preferences from Mr Boland.
Warmer weather and squally northerly winds affect the northeast, with a shipping strike causing coal shortages as over 12 000 crew members remain idle. Melbourne implements rationing. Parliament prologued and Local Government Bill provisions delayed to February 10 and 13 months respectively.
Federal Elections report that Mr Lazarial Lebor Werrkwao will lead the count as officials start the second preference tally for the Senate this morning.
Reported dispatches describe a flight to Darwin with warnings of mild influenza on arrival and strict precautions to avoid exposure. The piece also covers America’s stance in the League of Nations and a rising death toll from wood alcohol poisoning linked to traffickers.
Fragmentary report notes a mysterious Meenly Park incident and possible attack on Lord French. The text is garbled with uncertain details about shots and a figure named Vircount Froueli.
A local obituary and honors note recalls Conetahhe John Thekworth of Tin Whiny Wet being promoted to first class constable. The piece details survivors and community recognition, plus a ceremony honoring retiring officers and a school event with presentations and medals reflecting service and charity work.
On Christmas Day afternoon at the Methodist Church Gath daughter of C A Wiggins of Filbnore Husdarra married Albert E Coggan of Inverell. The ceremony was by Rev A W Parton with best man B E Collins and bridesmaids Gladys Goggen and Elsie Coggan. Afterward the couple’s home was Glen Tames and guests toasted the new union with gifts and breakfast at Cleethorpes.
Fragmented notice lists several church services on New Year’s Day and Sunday January 4th. Items include St Augustine’s Holy Communion at 7:40, Unly Comnanian at 11, and other locations with various times. Also Ashford Presbyterian and Hibkulla Spa Ashtonl services noted.
Inverell notice lists service times and collections for a church event. The witchnight service is scheduled for Wednesday New Year’s Eve with invitations extended to the community.
A church notice lists service times at Tuverell with 11 am and 7 30 pm on Wednesday January 7th at Lite Valley Swabrook with Mr H G Payne and Mr UG Tayns scheduled for the day and place.
Field-Marshal Mackensen and aides are described awaiting trial for alleged destruction of railroads and property in Salonika. The article notes German forces, internment near the city, Allied occupation, and French and British observers.
Two matches on the Inverell ground feature Moree touring side and Inverell team in a drawn out carnival. The West team beat Moree in one game while dramatic batting from Finlayson and Jock Winarss steadied Moree in a close chase. banquet concluded the event with cheers for both sides.
Inverell 93 with J Wason not out tops scores for Delamgra Ten while Bundarra replies with 30. Taylor Byeringham and D Munro lead Bundarra scorers over half a century. Upcoming matches list Worataiin vs Tingha at Tingha Thursday 16:00, Waratahs vs Delungra Saturday 16:00.
The District Hospital carnival Boxing Day event drew limited attendance due to dry weather but produced close finishes in flag races. Prize winners were announced with many names listed and £30 allocated to organizers for costs.
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