16 Jul 1928
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 16, 1928
Page
1
Advertisement for children’s hosiery detailing silk and wool blends, children’s sock and hose options in varied sizes, colors, and patterns. Highlights durable, color-fast fabrics and low prices. Encourages buyers to specify sizes, colors, and quantities for delivery.
Two youths in a canoe on Cook's River were harassed from a bridge as stones were hurled. A pen rifle discharged five shots wounding Donald Barlow beneath the nose and injuring Eric O'Grady in the hand. Police later arrested a youth on a charge of attempted murder.
The Minister for Public Works states the Government will provide for the construction of three modern dredges urgently required at Newcastle and North Coast ports.
Jodee Selles reports on alleged political corruption by Mr Latest MoT. The findings have been handed to the Prime Minister and are expected to be published as soon as practicable.
Mariners aboard a souped trading vessel were marooned on a flat rock jet near Harmaki Gulf and Wey ook reftte after a strong gale. An octeatier Tofua rescued the crew, as the vessel drifted and later broke up. The derelict is now believed blown clear of the site and adrift.
A Sydney report notes a public meeting convened by Alooilav, representing the Federal Capital Territory, to seek a one year moratorium on city leases. Officials warn that failure to act could slow development and trigger further restrictions.
A chaotic boxing match ended in a flare with a large crowd fleeing as authorities intervened. In the fourth round a group charged the ring causing the bout to halt while onlookers scattered amid reports of disputes over bets and possible misconduct.
Sunday report says the betel tsahel Alla de Fraine and the Latterday Vee crew bound for Tiekiamea, New Zealand, are believed drowned. Rescue efforts have recovered some bodies, but the fate of others remains unclear amid riverine currents and wreckage.
State Premier Mr Bavin is not resigning the premiership despite speculation. His supporters in the Ministry and majorities in the Nationalist and Country Parties back him, while a small faction in the Nationalists and the Opposition desire his exit. Some allege attempts to sow discord within the Nationalist ranks.
The Labor Computen Committee refused an offer from Mr Latham to address a federal arbitration matter in Melbourne on Monday. Federal authorities stated the proposal would not serve the public purpose and declined to proceed.
Six residents were overcome by gas fumes in bath heater incidents. Henry Utaces aged 24, a chematograph operator, was found dead in a bath at a King's Cross flat. Florence Jones was found in a gas inclined room at the same building, rushed to hospital in a serious condition, with authorities noting bath heater fumes as the likely cause.
Fragmentary report states Prime Minister Druce plans to call federal elections by year end or within a year. Government reactions suggest Parliament session resumes in September.
Moscow reports a dramatic Arctic survival tale as Joiving Malmgren and companions endure a grueling trek. Zappi recounts Malmgren's self sacrificing stand to save others, including a polar bear encounter and near fatal drift into heavy ice as signals fail to reach search planes.
A boat named the acsigner Maluen, owned by Pi Shipping Co, was wrecked after a collision on the Horeeshoe Head at Kero Sea near Suva. The incident occurred Saturday night and left the vessel in a total wreck with severe damage reported.
At Leelong Monta crowd witness the bell ending a game when veteran Robert Smith collapsed and died several hours later.
Sydney report states Moniay James Stowe was fatally injured near Moss Vale when struck by the Melbourne express at Penrose on Saturday night. He had worked for the State Forestry department for four months prior to the incident.
Dairyman Willan Miller of Kitham found the body of 22 year old John Joseph Matinks on the Main Road near Greene borough railway station. A bottle of corrosive fluid lay nearby. Written on a picket back read My Drain has given way at last. A note mentioned a good mother and departed friends.
London endures its hottest day since the 1923 heat wave as Berlin crowds the Granewald banks for sun and bath. Vienna suffers a rainless month with Danube bathing areas crowded yet tragically over 100 bathers drowned in Austria.
Redfern police were informed late Saturday that two women Elizabeth Dugdale and Lily Fielding were badly assaulted at their Caroline Street home by a man who was arrested and charged with grievous bodily harm. Both women were admitted to hospital.
In Paris on Sunday Italy defeated Australia in Davis Cup action by five matches to three. Italian players displayed strength as Patterson and Hawkes, along with Crawfort and Hopman, secured key wins for their team while Landry and Thurneyssen, Lacoste, and others contributed in the doubles and reverse singles.
Frantz won the Tour de France in a Paris event dated Sunday Fenuta. Temrie Franen and Weiley Way appear among the finishers with unclear placements. The report includes garbled phrases about Opperman and Witown with dates 28th and 38th in a winter setting.
A large opal weighing 500 carats was discovered at Grawin about 400 miles from Walett. The owner values the gem at £1000.
Adelaide report notes seven year old F od Elliot wins the trampers Flat Race at the weekend meeting. The readable fragment confirms a notable victory achievement in a crowded event with local sporting interest.
Nominations for the Saturday coursing meeting arrive steadily with many outside dogs expected to compete. The draw will be held at the committee meeting on Thursday night.
Reported reopening notes a departure from the prior plant and mentions Margary mine resuming operations. A new company is to be formed with an initial capital of 97 pounds and 25 shillings.
A young girl walking near her home on a Saturday night in Kievill was approached by a man who attempted to abduct her. The incident drew the attention of a nearby witness and prompted police to investigate the reported disturbance.
Melbourne address at the Gaiety Theatre highlights tensions within the Trades and Labour Council. J Garden secretary defends local unity against broader affiliations while urging solidarity among workers.
Mrs Julia Foy of Darlinghurst reports a man approached her at her doorway on Friday night and, after drawing a revolver, demanded money. He struck her with iron piping, inflicting serious head wounds that required hospital stitching. Police noted the incident and ongoing investigation.
Sydney report from Edgalwel Street cites Robert Watson found with a deep throat wound and blood loss. He was taken to hospital where doctors noted a severed pipe. Police were told he was down and ambid itives. the cause of the wound remains under investigation.
Market notes show average trends with prices quoted for wine, rags, petty goods, and damaged seals. Key items include j arks and jars, with Gard and Bad figures, and several small goods moving at reduced levels amid mixed demand.
Market notes describe cattle and sheep auction results with mixed prices and changes. Observed were bullocks, cows, and beef stock varying in value, with sheep and lamb offerings noted. The text records declines in some lines and adjustments in bids, indicating an active sale with fluctuating demand.
Tin to-day quoted at 137 per minute. Sussex Street values list Batter 19 6 per cwt open new lard 2, case 1 4, cheese large Wh 9, roaf 10, honey choler bd per hi, beeswax II per Ib, potatoes Tasmanian £5 to £7, moione, Vigtor jan 214 to 414 per ton, oats Tasmanian 4B to 4/10, maize 3/9 to 4a per bushel.
Unsettled arid shower weather continues in the southwest and south with some showers. More rain is expected in the north central area, including the northern northwest districts. Strong westerly winds may persist. Overall the outlook is variable with occasional showers and mild temperatures.
A pound yard sale at Dorrige drew a large attendance with visitors from Hernan Meldriit and nearby centres. Morse fleeh was hooked down at 1 upwards tier twenty walls, near the fisatelites, awaiting post sale.
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