26 Jul 1929
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 26, 1929
Page
1
Belgrade reports a notorious Communist named Tdbelan was arrested after a run at Serajevo. Police officers conferred when he suddenly drew a weapon, fatally injuring two officers before escaping. Government offers a 21500 reward for his capture.
The Public Service Board opened an inquiry into Arthee Albert per clerk in charge of records at the Public Works Department. Crown law official Mr Thomson stated the gravest element was the failure to inform police or others about an alleged 300 bribe attempt tied to the date Clef Secretary. Cooper denied the charge and called two witnesses to support his testimony before the board reserved its decision.
Frederick Sahavs reports that the Gro Beppelle will begin a transatlantic flight on August 1st with monkeys as passengers. Sir George Wilkins is listed as a passenger, while the oddly phrased note suggests two monkeys observed chained aboard awaiting departure.
In Perth the Governor noted an expected wheat yield around 50 million bushels as Western Australia faces unemployment despite a strong season. The Labor Minister blames the influx of Southern European migrants for the economic problem.
Nine thousand guests attended the royal garden party at Buckingham Palace on Thursday as Queen and other royals greeted attendees while the King remained in his room.
A disturbance at Woollampatan jou night left Dennis Viegla with extensive injuries. Police later arrested another man named Benn in connection with the affray.
In Sydney on Friday the Dreadnought boys asked the Minister for Lands to set aside a workable area for group farming to be divided among them. Mr Ball promised to consider the water matter noting the obligation to them.
Eleven men employed by the G P O ydnex have been served writ notices under the Federal Public Service Act for acting as registered bankmakers clerks. They must respond to confirm or deny their registration. Disciplinary action is expected based on information from the A J C register.
The British government reports receipt of a Soviet reply through Norway on resuming diplomatic relations. Foreign Secretary Henderson and Russian diplomat Dragilevsky are to meet on Monday to discuss the path forward amid persistent tensions and a fragile outlook.
Advices from Sydney announce the death at Geraldton in Western Australia of Doctor Etienne Bieler, deputy director of the Commonwealth Geographical Survey, who had gone to Western Australia to inspect the work of several prospecting parties contracted per am.
Sydney officials announce one of the world’s lowest death rates in eight major cities. Infant mortality drops to 49.8 per 1000 births for the first time this century. Officials credit hardy stock and British descent among Australians for improvements.
Government signals no further appointments to the Legislative Council until the proposed reform bill is rejected or amended at the upcoming session. The policy aims to influence the reform measure, suggesting a conditional pause on appointments pending legislative action.
Sydney report on a conference of Mines officials notes water divining is not widely practiced in the state. The figures quoted by Mr IL WH Varn suggest limited success.
John Dawson Fisher, 25, a Melbourne clerk, faced Central Criminal Court charged with murder in the case of Harold Anndte M Donald, a 44 year old dealer. The trial heard Fisher fired twice after a threat, the second shot hitting M Donald in the stomach. The jury returned not guilty and the judge praised Fisher's conduct.
SYDNEY Friday protesters from the Trades and Labor Council passed a resolution condemning the arrest of seven union officials linked to the imker workers dispute. The group urged attendance at a mass demonstration at Wentworth Park to press demands and support for the officials.
Davis Cup draw released in Paris lists singles matchups for tomorrow. Norma faces Cochet while Tilden is set to meet Herotra with Cochet vs Lou in other remaining clashes.
A fragment quotes a federal government discussion on standardizing regional wages hours and holiday rules. It notes a preliminary reply from New South Wales and references a proposed uniform system for industrial practices and public sector terms. The text is garbled and names are unclear.
Mr Bert Winkler received the HNtovein Trophy for the best British fight in 1828. His name is already engraved on the trophy for his tendon to Turin flight, as noted in the Acro Clot ceremony.
The lighthouse freighter Roolica hit a large whale about 150 miles west of Neptune Island, cutting the whale in half. No further details on damage or casualties are given in the fragment.
Friday at the Silverice Glass Company fire scene, Fireman Gar Diner collapsed from extreme heat and smoke. He was rescued by fellow firefighters and carried to safety.
Mary Ann Moores, aged 54, was struck by a bicycle while crossing Crow's Neat Street near Crow's Neat last night. She died several hours after admission to the hospital.
Acting Premier Mr Buttenshaw stated the government cannot decide on any coal action until the Royal Commission's findings are known. He defended coal owners' figures as unproven and cautioned that Bayton's alleged failure to see certain hooks does not prove government misinformed about the situation.
A fisherman, name not released, was swept from rocks at Long Bay by heavy seas in the morning. He clung to a drifting timber for about three quarters of an hour before being rescued by a sailor who saw him in distress.
Despite Mr Seul fin failing to brief a settlement between the ALP and the AWOL, officials stated that further reconciliation efforts would be made to prevent any factor from presenting a united front at the next elections.
A chaotic, misspelled recounting describes the Pope's departure from the Vatican and a massive Benediction with an estimated 300000 in attendance. The fragment mentions an American company and exclusive rights, and concludes with a controversial claim about the Catholic Church.
A fragmentary OCR item shows numeric figures 19,423 and 15,012 with unclear context. The text mentions dates or names incompletely, offering no full event or identity to anchor a clear article. Further readable segments are needed for a coherent summary or a proper headline.
Detectives raided a Darlinghurst flat during a party and arrested a man and a woman for possession of cocaine. The operation, led by officers from the drug squad, recovered quantities of cocaine and disrupted illegal activity at the residence.
At the Sydney Chamber of Commerce dinner the Minister for Custom spoke on tariffs and reform. He endorsed a general tariff overhaul but said it could not be done by the Tariff Board or resolved immediately by the Government. Political mood suggested stormy times ahead as transport tops the cost of living concerns.
Agricultural conferees discussed wheat pool ballots and farmer protections. Speakers urged measures on producers, quota rules, and compliance with market aims. The session covered price supports, import controls, and efforts to stabilize livestock and grain markets amid regional shortages.
Today market notes list dairy and grain prices in Sydney and Sussex. Sheep and cattle values firm with steady demand, pigs firmer, and assorted farm goods quoted including potatoes and wheat. several regional sellers report brisk competition and mixed cattle quality across listings.
A Hawkesbury College conference in Molong featured J O Hounell outlining economic strain from migration and a projected drop of 130000 people in New South Wales. Officials urged farmers to study crane uses and manage costs while Encouraging thrift to support incomes amid drought and rising living expenses.
Weather forecast for Sydney predicts cloudy southern border with some mist on southern slopes and tablelands. Otherwise fine with further showers unlikely. Variable winds chiefly westerly.
The advertisement outlines a broad sale of children’s and adults’ wear and textiles. Items include children’s wool pieces, bloomers, vests, hose, and samples of ladies and men’s garments, with various reduced prices across departments. Many items are offered in limited sample lots and at marked sale prices throughout.
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