03 Jun 1931
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 27 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 03, 1931
Page
1
Irish sweepstake draw results reported with prize winners led by former King Alonso. P McDonough of Mallagganee near Lismore noted among recipients as the government faces criticism over living hand to mouth.
The Inverell Jockey Club held a postponed May meeting this afternoon with a strong crowd. Lady Lingerie won the Opening Handicap of £15, beating Chrystal Brook into second by a neck and a length, clocking 1.02 5. Maiden Handicap details followed with KING'S QUEST among the top finishers and a field including Nimble Wedge and Ring's Quest.
Markets report mixed prices for staples in a dated list. Wheat, cheese, and potatoes appear with varying figures while tobacco and rice show smaller shifts. The column notes general price trends and daily exchanges.
Forecast for the next four hours shows shower activity along the northern border with scattered places. Expect varied winds and mild temperatures with a risk of showers overnight.
Middlesex beat New Zealand by 79 runs after New Zealanders were dismissed for 152. Peebles spearheaded the bowling with six wickets, while New Zealand top-scorer Blunt made 82 in the second innings as Allen took four for 53.
The Country Party decision prompts expectations of another unity move by the Sane Democracy League ahead of the next Federal elections. AJP leader A J Gibson said his league will not consider further unity efforts, while E J Munnet signaled willingness to meet again to discuss full unity.
London. Lord Mylnant faces Guilldhall Court over a 1926-27 balance sheet for a shipping firm. Crown counsel alleges the figures overstated trading profits for both wars and misstated profits by about £2,080,060. Case adjourned.
Lively meeting at Trades Hall Lithgow last night sparked rival factions clashing with men rolling on the floor. One man had to be carried out as police were sent for before the disturbance was quelled. Speakers included Mr C Nelson vice president of the Miners Federation.
Police uncover a Bengal revolutionary conspiracy linked to dynamite clusters buried beneath an office in Chittagong. Acting on information from an arrested man, authorities found four large clusters connected with an electrical wave.
In the Legislative Assembly this morning a report of Supreme Court judges and communications from District Court judges on the administration of the Justice Bill were tabled. The report warned the measure would enormously increase the delay, expense, and upkeep burdens of the system.
Pilot Sergeant Brown of the RAAF escaped uninjured after a forced landing in a rough paddock at Mulgrase following a night flight during a routine exercise. The area sustained damage but Brown remained unharmed.
A 25 year old woman, Lolly Black of Lane Bond, died after a car she rode in as a passenger collided with the rear of a motor lorry near Kogarah. The incident occurred shortly after impact with the stationary vehicle. Police are investigating the crash details.
The Limbless Soldiers Association held a Wednesday meeting in Sydney with Mir Lamaro, Minister for Justice, urging returned servicemen to unite and organize to secure protective benefits. He urged federation or federation if needed to ensure support and extend aid to veterans.
A 300 strong Burma rebel force attacked a police outpost at Wetti gan Prom district aided by villagers. Rebels used rifles swords and spears. heavy fighting left many dead. Crown forces suffer no casualties. head constable missing after ambush. villagers terrorised and Indians targeted during looting.
The local wheat market shows weak demand from overseas with no bagged wheat movement and nominal values. Bulk wheat offered at 264 with counter offers ignored by buyers, mills and growers staying on standby. Sydney and Australian markets report very low spirits and quiet trading.
In Wollongong the unemployed presented a plan to the Education Minister to use dole funds for work schemes. The minister said the government cannot find money now and must operate hand to mouth, but hopes to offer work instead of dole in the future.
John Layton, aged 14, fractured his right arm in a remarkable incident on a moving train near Erskineville station. He attempted to toss a newspaper from the carriage when a passing train struck his elbow.
In Wellington near Westport a miners' protest at Clhywaning Creek led to fines of £5 for McBride president and Jon Russell secretary of the Miners' Union on charges of intimidation during the contract working dispute.
Revita lists events at Kensington with Novice Handicap divisions and multiple horses such as Cyrus K Slow March Lady Waratah Bellfix My Lady Ayr and Simon Glass. Bets show odds like 15 to 1 and 4 to 1, with fields including Gifted, Countess Richmond, Little Grace and others across Flying and 14.0 Handicap divisions.
South African Rhodes scholar Branton Laight admitted to defrauding Oxford tradesmen after failing to live on the Rhodes allowance. He was bound over on condition to return to South Africa.
A deputation from the fire brigades urged the Chief Secretary to exclude brigades from the Greater Sydney Bill. They warned the plan would split united service and push 31 officers and 34 permanent men outside current privileges. They said country towns would lose city trained officers due to urban control. Mr Gosling pledged to consult the Local Government Minister and hoped to manufacture fire engines in Sydney.
A 16 year old, Hanenek, pleaded guilty to a serious offense. The court ordered a whipping of 15 strokes in the presence of his father and a police inspector. The sentence was carried out almost immediately and the youth was released.
The solicitor B A Mes Oberlor faces trial at Keatoumba on charges of unlawfully misappropriating £418. He cites medical evidence claiming mental debility at the time and surrendered voluntarily after hearing an arrest warrant had been issued.
The Inverell community mourns Daniel Stirges, a retired hotel keeper who operated in Casing and Line s Inverell Armidale. He had recently returned from England and the Continent. The funeral took place at the Southheo cemetery on Monday.
A tray of diamond rings valued at 300 pounds was taken from a Brunswick jeweller last night. Two men arrived in a car. one broke the shop window with a brick, grabbed the tray, and fled.
A deputation of savers urged reconstructing the State Savings Bank rather than merging with the Commonwealth Bank. President Mr Hall said the Commissioners shared sympathy but had no concrete plan, and the only evident option was the offer from the Commonwealth Bank.
Mr CL Holmes welfare officer for the British Settlers' Welfare Committee invites British migrants aged 21 and under to visit the Selney office at 14 O'Connell Street until Saturday. Walter Wilson of Byron Arcade coordinates access.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.