12 Feb 1951
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 12, 1951
Page
1
A Commonwealth Economic Committee report shows 1950 prices for fibres and textiles far above prewar levels. Using 100 as the 1934 38 base, November 1950 figures include crossbred wool 1092 merino wool 842 cotton 709 sisal 845 jute 612 and rayon 177, with further sharp price rises expected in 1951.
Illness spread on the liner from Melbourne to Sydney with several passengers struck by gastro enteritis during the voyage. Br. JW Evans, who oversaw around 40 cages in two days, died after succumbing to the illness as the ship neared Sydney Harbor.
Allied central Korean offensive advances under heavy air strikes while main Communist forces retreat eastward. Small Seoul garrison repels reinforcement attempts, maintaining control of the Han River bridgehead amid renewed patrol activity.
A Brisbane woman suffered severe burns after kerosene ignited her clothing while tending a stove. She made a 150 mile ambulance journey to hospital, accompanied by a neighbour who comforted her with cotton wool. Medical staff reported treatment for extensive burns and possible complications.
The Ashfordshire council heard an engineer present a final report at the Friday monthly meeting. Resignation was noted while discussion on the project scope and funding, including potential costs up to £2000, continued with committee questions and next steps for the highway program.
The report notes planned talks with President Quirino and Philippine officials before a trip to Australia and New Zealand for further conferences. The piece references U.S. policy shifts and regional tensions, including discussions tied to the Pacific security landscape and potential military alignments.
A Sydney Monday lottery list shows multiple prize levels with winners and syndicate names. Entries include First prize to ARC syndicate with J Murray at Bayswater Road and Second prize to W R Croft of 160 Castlereagh Street. The notice lists Sixth prize Arch Redman and Third prize Athol syndicate Henry Handil of Bourke Street Surry Hills among others.
Governor Dewey urges building up armed forces for Europe to safeguard Western rearmament progress and counter isolationist views. He contrasts with Herbert Hoover who favors sea and air power and warns neglect could hinder allied efforts and provoke Soviet pressure.
Sydney court notes Judge Berne will not continue the appeal hearing of William Fardon Burns publisher of the Tribune. The case involves a communist publication and related legal proceedings await further action by higher courts.
Miners in New South Wales Queensland Victoria and Tasmania join a one day strike protesting incentive pay. Engine drivers and firemen on NSW coalfields also idle in protest. Officials expect government action but fuel and power supplies may be affected.
Fragmentary cattle prices note 0 head killed with steers around 114 pounds and cows near 109 pounds. Sheep and lamb prices show lighter demand with lambs and wethers trading around 1190 and 119 pounds, plus mentions of ewes and suckers and general market movement.
Fragmented text discusses Australia’s status as a well fed nation and references departments, officials, and economic themes about supplies and imports. Mentions Surplus and agricultural roles, with unclear names and dates. The readable portion points to a pride in national provisioning.
A crowd in Inverell threatened to lynch a Lithuanian migrant during eviction attempts, later releasing him. The Inverell P and A Association annual show runs Thursday to Saturday with added night sessions, featuring education stalls, entertainment, and numerous exhibitors.
Readable sale notice lists Tily Table Model Pressure Lamps with shades at 4 pounds 14 shillings 6p each Lanora Hurricane Lomas 14 shillings 6p each and a 2 Burner Coleman Pressure Stove for emergency home use priced at 9 pounds 10 shillings. Enamelled heaters copper fittings enamel options and chrome accessories priced from 4 shillings 6p to 8 shillings 10p with stock in window display.
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