23 Feb 1931
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 23, 1931
Page
1
In Sydney the Lang and Scullin factions heatedly move toward a decisive phase as the New South Wales ALP orders 21 federal lawmakers to address East Sydney in support of Ald Ward. Reports say Beasley Dunn Rae and others back Lang proposals amid industry leaders railing at excluding Beasley from a cabinet meeting.
In All Saints Cathedral Bathurst on Monday Bishop Crotty denounced modern political cynicism endangering democracy. He urged Australia to seek a new spirit and statesmanship rather than new states and warned church may enter politics to defend democracy. He likened repudiation of obligations to moral murder.
London readers report a sinister air flyer styled B S 19 described as a flying gun platform. It carries six guns with synchronising gear, four wing mounted and two fuselage mounted, plus four bomb racks. The pilot can operate all guns together and it flew with a full load at 104 miles per hour.
Fragmentary cricket score notes show West Indies innings 181 with Davidson out to Constantine and Bradman out to Constantine. Sundries and minor figures listed, including several misread names and stray numbers.
An air record is claimed near Paris at Le Bourget after a flight from Cryoden achieving an average speed of 175 miles per hour. The event marks a claimed aviation milestone with the aircraft described as a flying and commercial monoplane.
Forecast from Sydney shows coastal showers and showers around the southern highlands with generally fine conditions inland. Winds are southerly and variable, shifting to northerly in Jacul, with temperatures varying.
The Board of Control of the Cricket Association named H. B Cameron captain of the African Eleven to lead the squad in Durban next summer.
A Jersey bull gored an attendant named Archibald Pevy at Newstead South while being prepared for a show. The station hand suffered serious injuries, losing a portion of his stomach and limbs in the incident, and was taken to the District Hospital in a critical but improving condition.
A severe whirlwind struck a foundry owned by Campbell and caused debris to scatter across a roadway and nearby garden. No injuries were reported as residents escaped harm despite the house being struck. Weather notes record a cool weekend with sharp temperature swings and a hot Friday night in Inverell.
A strong quake hit Hawkes Bay yesterday morning causing limited damage. Two more bodies were recovered from the ruins as aftershocks continued.
A fire at Dalby destroyed a theatre and several other businesses causing about £14,000 in damage. The incident prompted calls for official support and reflected government tensions over repudiation.
Perth reports Clarence Smith aged 16 attempted death by swallowing iodine at the Salvation Army Reformatory. He was in serious condition but expected to recover. Earlier he faced charges of being an uncontrollable child and had five prior suicide attempts including wrist gashes and poison attempts.
Hobart reports the State Government will request the Federal Arbitration Court apply the ten per cent wage cut to relevant awards. The move aims to secure budget relief amid disputes with eight parties involved in the concessions.
In Kogarah a man Walter John Taylor was struck by a motor vehicle. He died from his injuries while a child he carried in his arms sustained non serious injuries. The accident occurred on Monday in Sydney.
State cabinet members believe the public hospitals appeal will fail. Preparations are complete to launch a state lottery scheme.
A catastrophic fire in Temora this morning destroyed twelve businesses including two hotels. Boarders escaped in their night attire as damage runs into thousands of pounds.
A severe blast at the Aschen coal mine in Berlin region killed 31 miners. Rescue teams reported collapsed pit props and greatly damaged bodies in the aftermath.
Delegates of the militant minority within the Australian Council of Trades Unions congress resolved to urge all unions to repurchase the ACTU and to mobilize rank and file for independent action. They criticized excluding the press as hiding public information about proceedings.
Mr Lyons voices hope that the Labor party will rise to the occasion in Hobart Tasmania. He says if Labor fails he must consider his position while prioritizing national interests and peace over party politics.
Market notes show about 26 000 sheep yarded with lambs strong to £98 and wethers £1 22s to £1 2s range. cattle at Homebush 2 250 head with best beef around 9s per lb and lamb lines reported. tin price 2 47d per unit. Sussex Street prices list staples including wheat potatoes and dairy items with varied figures. The report records multiple buyers and auctions across locations with mixed quality offerings and steady markets.
Melbourne report says Constable Hutchinson was shot in the left thigh while arresting Joseph McFarlane and a trapper at a Whitfeld camp yesterday. McFarlane escaped into the scrub after being lifted, with one bullet said to have struck the officer.
Nat Solomons a director of the Union Theatres arrived in Adelaide from Europe said in Colombo natives refused to accept Australian money and offered it for sale in the streets. He stated that the English pound was worth £176 yet goods could not be bought with Australian money.
Charles Roberts, manager of Colen Peak Mining Co at Yarran derte, was arrested Saturday on forgery charges tied to forged wages sheets. The mine, closed in June for nonpayment, Roberts faced local court and was remanded.
The Motor Car Act now requires that the driver of a car registered in a different state hold a license issued in the state where the vehicle is registered. The change ends the prior anomaly allowing any person to drive such cars regardless of licensing status.
Two thieves boarded a tram at Bon di Inot night and battered conductor Fo Ward into unconsciousness before robbing him of his bag. Police suspect an accomplice acted as a decoy as the tram reached a crop cutting and two men boarded. Ward was found later on the tramlines as investigators press the case.
A reader answers Mr John Deshier about shilling tax funds and civil servant salaries. The writer defends railway workers against pay critiques, claims wages of £3 weekly for some civil staff after rationing, and urges sportsmanship amid adversity.
In East Perth a man named CC McRitchie 40 was injured when he fell against an electric motor at the powerhouse. The current passed through his head and body, leading to immediate death.
A motor lorry carrying 22 people from Windsor to Sydney overturned at Rowse Hill, sending 12 to hospital with four injuries, none serious. A second lorry with five gearse was toed forty feet down an embankment between Auilinmere and Thirroul, injuring two passengers.
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