23 Jul 1937
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 23, 1937
Page
1
In Sydney on Friday Prime Minister Livers spoke at Cook Bouils Australia indicating the monarchs would visit most remote and welfare areas of the Commonweal. He noted a low attendance of children but expressed delight the reigning monarchs would soon be seen in Australia for the first time.
The Labor Council approved a resolution condemning Japanese aggression in China and pledging sympathy with the Chinese nation. It urged the government to appeal to the League of Nations to invoke collective stronger measures against aggression.
A blaze struck Newtown Public School causing significant damage to the top storey and internal structures. Fire crews from North Newtown responded quickly, preventing further spread while a winterboard building nearby was evacuated and secured.
Article reports a surge of German doctors in the postwar period affecting medical regulation. It notes government proposals and clauses from wartime restrictions, warnings from Dr Maguire, and potential licensing changes at Glasgow and other universities. The piece references the Home Office stance, Gates to practice, and anticipated numbers of physicians seeking licensure.
The Sydney wheat market was steady with sellers reluctant to operate while buyers showed inertia. Most sales involved 6 shillings per bushel on March basis with storage charges added, parcels bought for 5.4% per bushel, and later prices rising. country prices edged down to about 3 5/74 in Sydney.
Ongoing war reports from London indicate Japan and Chinese forces may pause near Peiping as Britain and the United States monitor a risky stalemate. Tokio and Nite reportedly in tension while observers note possible shifts in troop movements and supply lines.
Fragmented report describes ongoing bombardments and counter attacks near Madrid as forces strike northwest toward Colmenar Viejo and nearby towns. Civil casualties include killed villagers and about 100 injured. evacuations occur as troops move toward Algeciras from Cordoba.
In London on Thursday the Labour Party debated the defense estimates and national service outlook. The session focused on defense funding, international arrangements, and policy next steps for the fighting service.
A parliamentary division split the government as the motion passed by a narrow margin. The majority favored the measure while the opposition, led by Mr Atlee, Mr Greenwood, and Mr Moul, opposed it, consolidating the party’s stance.
London reports a motor fatality linked to a remarkable coincidence. George Frederick Foster of Manchester faces manslaughter charges after a collision that killed B A Mee Donald, a former Australian Yast ameler, near Bolton Lancashire. The case involves McDonald who seized the other vehicle and later died at Meld. Police report Foster was arrested after the crash and McDonald’s tag reportedly affected the scene.
Fear grows for the safety of two pilots Ernest Walter Hlyde aged 20 of Clarcanent West Australia and Charis Alexander Momlan 24 of lawthorne View tor, as a seaplane with a crew disappeared near Rye on Mornington Peninsula shortly after daylight yesterday. Search planes dropped oil slicks about thirty miles east of Port Cook, while air force officers search the area for the missing craft and any wreckage. Visibility improved later, but planes failed to confirm the fate of the seaplane.
A fragile three hour outlook shows sweltering showers and thunder mainly in southern districts and highlands. Day temperatures moderating but locally high in eastern parts. Weekend pattern turns cooler with widespread rain and possible severe squalls, impacting western and southern regions.
Fragments report fat stock market at Homebush Sydney with 28 head penned and sales data. Bulls and best beasts valued around 38 shillings per 100 pounds, sows and other stock noted. Lambs and sheep prices included. wethers and ewes listed with varying rates.
Henneberry defeated Tommy Vaughan in a boxing bout at Newtown Stadium on Friday night. The Queensland middleweight showed control with clear points in a 15 round arrangement, delivering decisive rounds and dominating the action.
Fragmentary note from Sydney source indicates Lin was quoted Friday regarding a ten day period. Details on context or full subject are unclear in the fragment. Further text needed to identify exact event, person, or organization involved.
Princess Elizabeth injured her left knee after a fall while cycling on Buckingham Palace grounds. She is not seriously ill and remains indoors. King and Queen informed guests at the Royal Garden Party that she would be absent from grounds though seen at an upper window.
Prices from Sussex Street market report a range of staples with quantities and units. Listings include potatoes, onions, maize, and cheese with varied pering per unit figures and notes of sourcing locations like Tasmania and Hobart. The fragment hints at daily price movements and local trade signals but lacks complete details.
Quotations for wheat today show Loopsmont market at 3d per Ruane. Bulk parcels were quoted at 5 4 iMaren factors and bagged at nominally 5.8.
A disrupted work stoppage at Mumtay's boothe dry Hawthorn setter unit is resolved. Officials confirm the strike action is finished and production will resume on Munessy Thwag. Details remain sparse as the resolution is formalized and communicated to staff.
Fragmentary report recalls a prisoner named Charles Malton linked to an attempted escape. Evidence suggests a police officer fired during pursuit near a station. Names include Constable McDonald and a judge or witness, with unclear dates and locations.
A meeting of the Inverell Building Society directors is scheduled for Wednesday next to discuss Horley negotiations with the Cooperative Board and Society officers reporting progress. The secretary invites members to await a further notice after decisive details are concluded.
A writ for 28 000 pounds damages filed in the New South Wales Supreme Court by Mrs Isabelle Marie Roberts against Ian Beavchamp claims a dispute linked to Beavchamp’s governorship win from 18 to 1901. The document references Mrs Roberts’ prior divorce from George Bellingham Roberts and notes her past as a noted Sydney jockey.
A weather bulletin notes improved rainfall across southern parts with 24 lots cited and further showers in the dry north and northwest. It states the wet spell should advance from South Australia and Western Australia to benefit central and southern districts within the next 24 hours, easing drought concerns for wheat growers.
A fragmentary report shows Sydney Mosier Buildurs and Boat Lite Apenla urging action against a moratorium. The text expresses a demand that the government reveal its inventions and resolve a dispute over the act.
"Lucky Penny" Winning Lottery Syndicate Sydney. Friday draw details include prizes 25,700 and 72,800 at local offices. Names such as Mrs Wood and Mr Breen appear with street listings in Mascot and Manly. Lottery No. 43 will be drawn Tuesday.
A garbled mid paragraph from a London story references Wool Market conditions and a statement by a figure resisting policy. It mentions Australia, an Atlantic factory, and a belief about supply levels. The readable text is fragmented with few clear names or dates.
Sporting seein ea Rosebery selections list racers and races to be held at Rosebery tomorrow. The card features Maiden Tyre Race 1149, Welter divisions, and a Mile event with multiple horses including Tint ed Rom chons and Poca io. Races include Rosebery two and four divisions with notable entrants such as Lord sun, Brereton, and Monogram among others.
A committee from the Inverell Picnic Race Club organized a charitable donations event. The notes mention several local organizations and groups involved, including health and welfare bodies and county women’s groups, but details are fragmentary and unclear.
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