31 Jul 1936
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 31, 1936
Page
1
Australian defence state premiers agree to cooperate following confidential dispatches from the British government seeking unity with Australia in a broader empire defence plan. The move appears confirmed after ministerial exposure to messages urging closer Allied coordination.
The Sydney drawing reports Our Own as the winner of the first prize in The Blaze lottery. Names appear tied to addresses in Prompect Street Surry Hills and Old Street Waverley as prize indications list Pleat prime Que Gwe and others with amounts 93 169 and 31 007 in a Friday draw.
A private performance of Une play at the New Theatre faced state suppression. Uniformed police attended, halting dialogue as authorities removed copies and the expert noted the dialogue restraint amid withdrawal of the ban.
ADELAIDE Friday: The Postmaster-General and Senator McLachlan rejected reducing local telephone charges. They argued current levels are needed to maintain services and any cut would cause heavy revenue losses.
The Joc wheat market opened firm with bulk wheat around 4.8, but few stalls sold and storage charges noted. Overseas demand showed encouragement yet prices remained volatile as weather and shipments influenced bids. Canadian wheat attracted buyers from Britain, while local traders observed firmer overseas tone.
A fire at Muvelbeach destroyed several homes as a bucket brigade formed by residents fought the flames. No fire brigade arrived. Mr Geifry of the Board of Fire Commissioners assisted passing by in his car and helped residents combat the outbreak.
An explosion near Melbourne wrecked a refrigerating plant and toppled a brick top section, with over a ton of bricks displaced. Debris and a five foot fragment found near the rear window indicated damage to the premises, as investigators traced the blast to gelignite used in the vicinity.
Premier Stevens arrives in Berlin as German hosts roll out welcome events. Reports cite tense exchanges with officials, while observers note lingering war era memories. The visit includes meetings with industry leaders and assurances on postwar cooperation.
The report records a government statement that Britain is willing to a set arrangement to resume trade with a central authority after sanctions and that negotiations may resume. The discussion was noted in the House of Commons with Runciman leading on trade matters.
London reports little advantage for either side in today’s clashes as forces in northern Spain press the siege near a rebel-held city. Government officials hope for a swift consolidation of power while rebels intensify air and naval actions, including bombings and aerial maneuvers over Algeciras and Seville.
A Sydney report cites a tumultuous Italian political stance causing near war. It notes sanctions led by unions and a fragile line of diplomacy, with a record of economic strain and a retreat from confrontation as leaders claimed rightful action.
Berlin dispatch notes Beltabh han and others involved in preliminary rounds with 840 games in Britain. It mentions a flag or fight between pi and Pinan for 2640, with 144 persons observed.
The report notes Lord Sempill leaving London with several companions for a four day journey toward Australia. The telegram mentions their route via Athens and implies a notable air voyage plan.
Evidence ties forged orders to a conspiracy to defraud the New South Wales Government of large sums. Charles Joseph Allbon allegedly signed several orders to push a scheme, as Roberts testified the aim was to obtain money. The case moves forward with continued testimony and proceedings.
In Sydney at Moarr Street Laveepaal the Collimore sisters Mable 29 Ku a and May 19 were found in a bedroom after a gas assault or accident. Their father, hearing a sound, discovered one girl unconscious. He dragged the others to the verandah and summoned help. The victims are reported to be in a stable condition.
William Hammond of West Tamworth, a railway fettler, was run over by a train between Ards Wen and Tangle near Murrurundi. He lay injured with severe head and facial wounds, later dying after surgery. Hammond reportedly attempted to alight at Ardglen station shortly before the incident.
A motor car owned by Mr. Tuller of Keyogle overturned on the Glen Inner road about 14 miles from Invere after a rear wheel blew out. The vehicle then rolled onto its hood. All occupants escaped unharmed and scrambled out. The car sustained extensive damage to the fender, mudguards, headlamp, and front. Mesers Genkroyer and Sons were called to the scene, and the repair bill was about 4000.
Market report lists multiple items with prices including polaties, butter, cheese, honey, milk, oats, and wheat. Entries show fluctuating prices for butter, cheese, honey, and wheaten flour, with various weights and units noted in a historic Tasmanian context.
Sydney dispatch notes New South Wales needed 2800 men for the offensive force but believed more would be available. Officials expressed confidence that additional volunteers would join within the next few weeks, aiding mobilization efforts.
fragmented OCR note from Sydney dated Friday mentions unit prew of un le lo day quote at 800 with no clear subjects or actions identified.
The morning grain market shows base values for wheat and related commodities. Prices in Sydney align with international figures, while the local market reflects modest gains and standard trading levels. Market activity centers on baseline bids and futures indications amidst new price disclosures.
A fragmentary wire note records the death of Mr. Charles Atkins in Perth and mentions global headlines about financial strain, wartime naval plans, full employment discussions, and various unrelated items from Sydney and Berlin, including a flooding crisis in Murrumbidgee Valley and a Linnean Society plant discovery in Australia. The text blends multiple topics and places with inconsistent dates.
The latest forecast indicates scattered showers along the coast and river regions with periods of fine weather elsewhere. Some fog is expected in the northeastern districts. southeastern areas may see mild temperatures with occasional high cloud.
Fragmented calendar notation records sun and moon details with times for Aliguat and Bun rises. It notes new moon on August 17 and references August events including general sunrise and sunset estimates.
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