24 Feb 1937
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 24, 1937
Page
1
Wireless charges show Captain J. Scere alleging weather information calls were unanswered. An officer, FC Mullie Rin, said full reports were sent to the Amuallamateg Wireless head office in Sydney for reply within a day or two.
A Toenaay report notes a Colombo steamer carrying 1400 wives from Genoa to Abyssinia to join their husbands. The Carriere Dellia Sera names the mission wiveship and outlines a simple empire program, urging orderly settlement and stability for the new colonists.
Vienna reports the Duke of Windsor plans to purchase Snaf Feld Castle while in Austria. It is understood he met Mrs Simpson's agent during a visit to Munder and discussed various matters.
Berlin residents told to leave duplicate keys with authorities to aid air defence planning. The measure aims to speed response for raids and protect civilians during potential air attacks.
A London commentary labels Abyssinia's potential attendance as absurd while noting it remains independent in law due to lack of recognition of Italy's conquest. Abyssinian legation confirms receipt of a coronation invitation and plans to appoint a representative. Thirty three nations including Spain are invited to a May 20 naval review.
A report from Vienna states Baron von Weuratlh proposed a four power defensive pact involving Austria Germany Italy and Bungay. The description labels the proposal as a pure invention and outlines the alliance as a security framework among the four nations.
A pensioner died at Botany Bay when heavy waves struck his punt as he towed Reuben Richards into the water. Family members had urged him not to attempt the trip in the stormy seas.
In Sydney trading on the Bididg Bieth Exchange yesterday base metal shares moved briskly with copper silver and tin active. Tin group led activity with strong turnover as investors shifted into non ferrous metals amid firm demand.
Wheat prices moved little amid thin offers and hesitant buying. Prices for prompt parcels held around 3.14 while bids showed 3.12 to 3.14, with limited intermarket business and cautious farmer sentiment noted by private cables from London and Sydney.
In Bathurst on Wednesday the Right Rev AL Wy was enthroned as Bishop of the diocese. The ceremony followed approval from the church authorities and marked a formal appointment after years in the cathedral role.
The managing director of Alrities of Australia, Mr. A Robinson, calls for global ground organization to ensure transport firms align on communications costs. He claims no justification for halting wireless service and notes pilots leave unions for weather data yet cannot access needed stations.
Police arrested a man last night after a fatal assault on 44 year old Fiji resident Jo Cronin. Cronin was found lying in the street with a severe head wound and later died in hospital. Investigation ongoing.
The Maori prophet known as Raa, who led tribes through decades of conflict and unrest, has died in Auckland, West Ireland Rum. He reportedly left twelve wives and died at about sixty. The noted leader, claimed to have sparked civil wars, is mourned as a major figure of his time.
An account reports Abyssinians shot in Rome after a bombing incident. It notes arms in possession, executions, and mass questioning amid chaotic scenes. References to generals, defeated columns, and casualties highlight a tense postattack period with broad reprisals and shifting alliances.
Fragmented OCR reports Loyalist gains and German and Italian support cited. Mentions a capitol relief plan and military actions around Lin capiUAL area and a brigade led by M. Tupadny. Descriptions are garbled but imply ongoing combat and posturing on the Netrih front with unclear dates.
A Tuesday vote in Waris shows confidence in Premier French amid political pressure. Details are sparse in the fragmented OCR, but the item notes government stability and a parliamentary stance influencing future policy and leadership.
Fragmentary notes show daily quotations in wheat markets with references to bulk parcels and prices. The entry mentions Westiniday and Dagued Jols as readable fragments amid a wartime or transport context.
Readable fragments show a list of names and places with numbers and dates, including names like Sydney, Butler, and Milley, and figures such as 663. The text appears as a garbled OCR of a local notice or list with several proper nouns and quantities.
A truncated weather note from the period mentions intermittent rain and misty conditions over the tablelands with fine spells in the morning. It records light winds and changing visibility as a brief regional forecast without precise dates or locations beyond general areas.
Reports describe a brief labor strike at Homebush Abattoirs with grievances pending arbitration. Affected workers staged actions, prompting wage and settlement concerns as negotiations continue.
Wheat farmers in New Zealand express disappointment as the government sets a fixed price for the harvest. Reports indicate anxiety over lower returns than expected, with farmers uncertain about market dynamics and future profits.
Canberra reports annual overseas trade figures for 1920 with an estimated value around £12 million higher exports, while imports rose sharply. The total trade balance benefited from export gains in key commodities, offset by increased import costs and a higher overall deficit during the year.
The County Council approved using every female employee in the county service regardless of position. Union representative Mr Schreiber noted the Trades Union supports action to curb what he called multiple earning by spouses, while Ruby Wich, patroness of the Entnineh Club, and Mrs Wels, president of the Putin Service Association, commented on employment practices.
A boy of about twelve or thirteen in Chullara suffered serious burns when a stove exploded at his home. He fled through the house in flames as his father beat out the fire. He was rushed to hospital in critical condition with terrors and trembling during transport in a canter bly car. Medical staff worked to save him despite the severity of injuries.
The Hiverell trained gelding woods yin tied for the lead in the Quieindl Cup yesterday with Spelchip. The dead heat left both as equal favorites with Domberl evens, Goodie Goodie 13 to 4, Wedge Sie 14 to 40, and Wil Wont CT ta among the tightly bunched contenders.
The Newmarket acceptors for Saturday Pini acceptances list Flemington runners including Regular Bachrior Pamela Gatrio Plymouth Bound Studio WD Grest Lecend Beechwood Arie Star and others with weights and entries such as Prince Slo Kaniirt and Three Take Colmiry Parts. Details include weights like 9.7 for Regular Bachrior and 8.8 for Three Take, among numerous entries and values.
A seven event programme at Inverell racecourse features maiden and graded divisions. Notable greyhounds include Credence Irving Krew Take-yn-pick Seventh Division Comedy and Money Fire with several heats listed among the entries and expected tight finishes.
Pravda issues aggressive wartime statements from Moscow on the Red Army’s nineteenth birthday. It threatens to smash foes and warns adventurers of a battle on enemy soil. If drawn into war, the army aims complete enemy destruction.
A thunderstorm off the New Zealand coast led to the instant death of 35 year old George Small who was alone and en route home. In the same storm a rail car derailed near Christchurch to Greymouth, causing passengers to suffer shock though the wreck was narrowly avoided.
Organisers in Melbourne announce a new Metal Trades award at a Wednesday meeting led by Junge Beeby. The award promises employers an average wage increase of 38 percent, with Tas Fearne among attendees as the event outlined terms and implementation plans.
Medica of USA won the 440 yards championship at the Sydney Olympic Pool, finishing in 4 minutes and 32.4 seconds to beat Charlton’s 1881 record by a clear margin.
At Inverell Tuesday night J M Tully urged that a railway from Inverell via Ashford to the north Texas district could unlock mineral and soil potential. He cited limestone, manganese ore and other minerals, plus fertile farms, and pledged support to Parliament for the project if the Country party endorses funding.
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