24 Feb 1930
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 24, 1930
Page
1
A fragmented Sydney broadcast notes popular talk on hair length skirts and clothing in church settings. The speaker cites Puritanical views and modern women’s dress, opposing blanket judgments while defending personal choice and modesty amid public debate.
Adelaide report on rationed water as mass movement claims supply delays. A man asserts the supply disruption blocks roads and hampers transit for a week, with water spanning two miles across and affecting travel.
Mrs Ehleen Mabel Brady wife of Scantabie Brady was shot at home in Concord after trying to leave. Police say Brady wrestled for a revolver during a struggle that followed a dispute over her leaving. The weapon discharged and she died after giving a deposition.
Sydney forecast says cloudy with rain and thunder in the morning, extending to the tablelands and eastern districts. Winds vary from north to southeast along the coast, with fresh and squally conditions expected in exposed areas.
Australian readers face a tangled report of financial strain and policy clashes as ministers and bankers debate the crisis, with mentions of Sydney and Melbourne figures. The piece hints at economic distress, bank concerns, and public unease following recent declines and the struggle to stabilize the currency.
Vague OCR fragment notes elections in Japan with mentions of parties and a figure described as male. No clear event date or names could be confirmed. The readable content references election vows and party alignment but lacks concrete details for precise summary.
A brutal assault occurred Monday at Newcantle when a laborer named Benjamin Raul and his brother were attacked by a man described as wild eyed. Raul suffered a severe stab wound to the chest, and the assailant fled as Raul’s companion screamed for help. Raul later died from his injuries.
Fragmentary report describes a crash involving Cyel'st in Melbourne. Injuries are stated as severe with an individual dying at hospital after the event. Details on participants and location are unclear due to garbled text.
Melbourne reports a harbor accident involving Lord Stonehaven who fell into the water near the wharf. The governor-general commented on the event while authorities investigated the circumstances and noted the rescue effort and sailing distance.
A chaotic clipping reports farmers seeking a wheat price guarantee and expanded acreage. Settlers oppose compulsory measures while advocates push for about one million more acres planted this season amid uncertainty.
London Sunday report from Knowson and Chashelior of the Fx e Praner Us Ad Mpevehy Jat night cites a virtual naval conference. Remarks emphasize unity among conferees and the need for continued work. The discussion notes that joint efforts should proceed with coordinated planning and practical arrangements.
A fire damaged an oil tanker in Newcastle injuring five crew members as pumps failed and the vessel listing near the quay. Authorities investigated the blaze, with firefighters fighting the flames and assessing damages and fuel loss.
Sailors Raye and Piper land at Allahabad during a New Zealand voyage. They plan to depart tomorrow after a brief stay, taking a toys catalogue with them.
A miner truck left the road on Lesquarite Lane and plunged 140 feet into a creek bed. Thomas Cunnington and Myra were injured with skull fractures. Details of the accident remain unclear as responders work at the scene.
The Monday arrival of the Frome steamer Erkini to Bynes brings a diverse mix of passengers including Greeks Poles Bulgarians Yugoslavs Parthians Persians Chinese Americans Australians Indians French and British, reflecting a broad international and colonial reach of the voyage and conditions onboard.
Me May) Minster for Lands announces closer settlement of Mohanga Youngara Springsale and Lake Cosa estate near Ungarte in the Ungatie Hamann railway area. About 618 acres divided into eight farms with capital values from £8045 to £5080, plans include arable land and mixed farming. property opens for applications from 397 infley av March 1080 with a target for completion by late April.
A court discussion on the coal industry centers on responsibility for fires and a planned lockout. Officials, including secretary of the Coulter organisation, argue actions would push down miner wages and raise broader industrial tensions.
Melbourne reports Mr Latham leader of the Federal Opposition calls for a conference of employers and employees to consider arbitration. He claims all parties support recent amendments to the law and that the conference should decide what measures are needed.
A compact market note recording cow, sheep, and wool prices with figures for hides and country skins. Cattle and lamb values show firm demand in places, wool and pelts quotes slide, and general price trends indicate slight declines across categories. Included are notes on slipskins, bers, and leather goods with regional pricing details and units per pound and per ton.
A male swimmer drowned on Saturday as bystanders watched. Rescue attempts failed and the body was recovered from the water later that day. Authorities investigated the incident, noting the absence of immediate danger notes at the scene.
A garbled dispatch reports a political figure nicknamed Red giving 24 hours to depart Newcastle. The text mentions militant rhetoric, a supposed protest, and references a speaker nicknamed Reg or Reginald, with unclear details about dates and locations.
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