02 Jul 1930
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 02, 1930
Page
1
A fragmented ad lists a wide range of merchandise in the mercery department. Items include leather goods and various Bays and coal products, with prices such as 8 pounds and 810 shillings referenced. The text shows shop branding like Mercery Department and mentions Australia sourced items.
Sydney discussed compulsory voting as Lawclarke addressed the council, condemning low turnout at a May 85 election and urging voters and ratepayers to participate or be compelled, noting government actions and public sentiment amid cricket criticism.
In a dramatic Lord's clash Australia chased 72 to win, reaching the target in 10 overs with Bradman’s masterful 254 in the first innings and Woodfull carried shoulder high after a brilliant victory. England’s Chapman and other batsmen fought, but Australia’s bowlers and fielding secured a seven wicket win as crowds cheered Bradman and the Australian stand.
A plan supported by employers associations aims to set a 48 hour work week. The decision influences country traders and unions in a broad effort to standardize hours and improve labor terms.
A chaotic raid at a Brisbane area is described with garbled names and locations as Kale Barry, alias Kale Leigh, is reportedly arrested after a struggle. Police car transfer follows the arrest amid unclear details and disputed accounts.
The page lists ASCOT RACES results with a mix of pony entries and horses such as FOURTEEN HANDS HANNICAT and Latte Girl. It records placements and odds, naming horses like Cigar and VORSTEEN with partial times and scores among a crowded field.
Fragmented text notes a mother and baby found dead, with references to multiple children and a river or water setting. Other garbled phrases hint at a domestic tragedy, surroundings, and possible police or witness involvement, but details are unclear due to OCR corruption.
A young man nearly drowned in the river near the Char bridge. Onlookers reported he struggled and tried to reach the bank before bystanders helped pull him to safety.
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