15 Feb 1928
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 15, 1928
Page
1
An article fragment notes a 0 EAT event exploring modeling and modernity themes. It references Ao and Vt as likely regions or groups involved. The piece hints at broader discourse on technology, culture, and emerging practices shaping contemporary life.
A bold savings pitch touts half price on fresh frozen meat styles. The ad exclaims a dramatic opportunity and urges readers to act quickly to enjoy the discounted selection.
A garbled early 20th century report cites Mr Buttersham and Mr Lang at a Labor conference, criticizing a proposed 3 percent levy on wages said to cripple industry and ruin employment. The piece attacks leadership and party discipline amid accusations of brazen impediments.
Beattle reports Wilkingtan starts his third attempt to fly from Point Borrow toward Spitzbergen across the Arctic Ocean. He sails to Alaska aboard the steamship Yu kon with Tiler Eilsen and plane gear for the expedition. The 2100 mile spring flight aims to reach the North Pole.
Bert Winkler reached Kargehi at 7.20 p m local time after a record light-speed flight from Rog land to India. He aimed to arrive in Calcutta on Thursday despite public interest and a lively press reaction in Karaehl. Weather aloft was described as perfect for flying with temperatures rising daily.
A steamship Mooltan arriving at Fremantle reported a severe shock near the equator causing the hull to vibrate. An Italian steamer 150 miles ahead also felt a similar shock and another vessel reported a parallel experience after reaching Fremantle.
In London on February 7 May Elizabeth Wert, 49, died after setting herself ablaze following threatening quarrels with her husband. West left the room. the wife reportedly poured paraffin over herself due to weariness with life. The coroner returned a verdict of death while of unsound mind.
In Washington President Coolidge reportedly told the House level committee he would accept a substantial cut in the naval program. The committee learned that only a portion of the proposed ten thousand ton cruisers would be built, with the remainder dropped to ease costs. An estimated twenty five carriers would cost about 80 million pounds.
CAPETOWN Tuesday reports the Labor party split is irretrievably final and negotiations to settle have collapsed. Both factions insist no action should threaten the postwar government.
Sydney workers at Walsh Island government dockyard walkout protesting a proposed bonus system. The strike sent large numbers of employees home and halted dockyard operations until the dispute is resolved.
London Tuesday reports remarks by Justice T on divorce law. He notes a wife seeking a separation, or desire for remarriage, should not be granted merely to ease personal wishes. The judge questions extending sympathy for such motives and condemns making divorce depend on a wife's caprice.
Mount Morgan exports face market difficulties as Sir Cecil Badd of the British Metal Corporation reports failed inquiries from America for smelted Mount Morgan products. He cites a lack of organization and marketing momentum hindering profitable sales.
Arthur Perrarin, a Behavider Cup competitor, travels with Camp anelli de Dinedus as they plan a nonstop aviation run from Turin to New York. The project features a qerhanic loom and Fint engines amid a ceremonial or exploratory phase.
In a surprising development the prosecutor moved to drop the murder charge and substitute manslaughter. The court granted the withdrawal, releasing the defendant from custody during the proceedings.
Fremastle reports Freemrasle business leader Ble Willham Mi Beith returned from overseas conquest and notes British exports rising while aiding some families against starvation yet also boosting theft and tree felling by idle workers.
Sydney city officials report a deficit this year with a total shortfall around 2105 00 and an additional carryover from last year. Commissioners hope to restore balance through prudent measures and continued fiscal restraint as they seek economy.
Melbourne report details a derailed carriage in Flinders Street railway yards late at night. Passengers on an incoming train escaped unharmed as emergency crews responded to the incident and prevented a larger catastrophe.
The Rotheny Commission issues a statement warning of rising railway costs. Officials say expenses can be cut only where operations allow, asserting current spending is excessive and beyond control.
The condemned killer faced the death sentence with no visible emotion in court. Prosecutors argued the crime was brutal and premeditated, and a formal execution date was set for a future month.
The secretary of the Timber Workers Union alleges that railway commissioners favor high timber contracts to private bidders, risking widespread job losses for mill workers and cutting opportunities for Southern Europeans. The claimed plan could push many workers out of employment.
Alexander Gray aged 16 died after a charge exploded while climbing a log on a mountain trail. He and his father and brother in law were in the Tue Moon Lime area when the blast injured him. His father walked miles to seek help as the body was carried five miles to the ambulance. Death was instantaneous.
Edmund domied Oellitt was found guilty at Pariatatta sessions in a civil case, facing sentencing for a violent act against his wife. The court noted prior incidents and cited aggravating circumstances as a factor in imposing a two year term.
Mr Duttonshaw reports the migration accord has not yet been signed but the Commonwealth government is prepared to sign once adjustments are made. State authorities indicate willingness to approve pending resolution of specified matters including country water supply construction works and related classifications.
A meeting of the Inter Hobiaal College of Asteolloge in Kyd ney last night heard a Sponkere prophesy that war would rage from Ala Moor May Sir until September 16 MG. The group linked the forecast to studies of inner Ivrcamide passages. They also warned of political misfortunes for Mr. Bruce and King George.
Sydney report notes slight declines in living costs across several departments. The creole text suggests figures are unsettled and unclear due to translation, with mentions of tax and wage impacts. Further data needed for precise details and dates.
In Townsville a colored man was sentenced to ten lashes and a whipping for attempting a serious offense on a girl under ten years old. The court imposed the punishment as a deterrent in the criminal case.
In Sydney yesterday humidity reached 84 percent by 6 pm, with 4 percent earlier, possibly a city record. Meteorologist Timoke warned higher readings would have pushed humidity to bursting point, claiming Sydney could rival the world's most humid tropical zones.
Jas O'Donnell was charged at Inpinfail Police Court with attempting to assault his father. The older man, aged 48, testified the pair had lived together at Blarieh for four years. He recalled a February night when a room intruder threatened to shoot before leaving. A revolver fired twice or three times, wounding the witness in the side, followed by the suspect pushing his wife and firing again. The hearing was adjourned.
Willem Henry Wealdbourne aged about thirty, of Bebwyn Canterbury, entered a bedroom and pressed a loaded shotgun to his wife's forehead. He fired, then killed himself with a cartridge. The wife stirred and survived. The couple, separated after quarrels over feuding, had been living together again for about one night.
Moscow reports the Soviet textile industry shifted from Europe to sourcing wool abroad. It says 80,000 bales were bought from Argentina, 600 from New Zealand, and 2,500 from South America in the current season. The Bolshevik market secured higher quality at lower prices.
Fire was found around midnight in a George Street three story building opposite Hoyiworker Theatre. Extensive damage burned hinges on the second floor. The outbreak began on the first floor and second floor, both unoccupied, leaving the cause of the blaze a mystery.
In the Tower of Commons, Mr Doynson Hicks answered a question amid discussion on certain figures shown as 18, 10, 111, 84, 102, 5, 1222, 14, and 184, with terms like Iago, mime, and others appearing in the fragmented report.
In the Tours of Commons Tuesday Mr Tuff Cooper told Mr Gorden that the Shanghai defence forces to Moreh Ot would cast 24 for.
The Perth City Council decided to instruct department heads to employ only people of British origin or naturalized British subjects after reviewing a report on quarry labor and amid protests by the Australian Workers' Union.
Daily market notes from Sydney show wheat quoted at 10 per branded and tin at 4/0 per wrt. Produce at Sussex Street lists butter 10d per lb, eggs 2d, cheese 9d, sheep meat 4d, Tasmanian produce 6/ to 7/6 per owt, wheat around 7/3 to 7/1 per bushel, onions 1/4, lucerne 6d, and hay 7/9 to 4.
In the Commons Mr Churchill told Mr Wardlaw Milne that to March 21 executive profits duty collections would amount to 2 218 000, yet committing 22 450 000 000? The navy and Royal Marines offered themselves for service but only a portion were accepted. The rest were rejected for physical medical unfitness.
Brisbane reports a cyclone of enormous force sweeping Tweed Heads and Coolangatta yesterday. Buildings suffered extensive demolitions and total damage is estimated at several thousand pounds. local authorities assess ongoing after effects and hazard.
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