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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1942
Page
4
A compact wrap of local happenings and notices including community events, small updates from town offices, arrivals and departures, and brief public notices. The item reflects shorthand OCR from a colonial-era page with sparse readable names and places.
The article reports special ration forms now available at the post office and local offices. It notes distribution through the local hospital workers and community volunteers, with details on submission, dates, and a call for donations to the Red Cross material drive.
A chaotic OCR fragment outlines a United Service Union Conference in progress at Lavereil, with plans for a Wednesday united service, choir arrangements, and youth focus. Mentions Ham Don secretary and an evening dance appeal, urging churches to attend for a large turnout and community singing.
The record describes a court session involving a Mr Aver and a struggle over a social security or welfare claim. Key figures include a commissioner and a petitioner, with mention of age about 90 and a defendant facing prior injuries. The proceeding references a determination under an unspecified act and notes the potential for a trial or payment arrangement while detailing procedural steps and assertions by the parties.
A memorial notice describes the burial and service for Roy aged 46 who died after a long illness. The article notes attendances by family, church officials, and staff members, with arrangements led by a registrar and local clergy. The ceremony took place at Burlay cemetery with the Royal Air Force and Glenthane authorities mentioned in passing.
A community event titled Local Demonstration by the League of Health took place on Monday. The scattered notes reference speakers, activities, and local attendance, with mentions of organizations and people involved growing unclear in the OCR text.
Fragmentary notes honor SERGT J M GARRETT in New Guinea. Readable bits mention wartime service, locations, and general praise, but many lines are garbled. The remaining clear terms point to a brief wartime reference and a personal note about his unit and role.
A wartime drive by waste salvage scouts collected rags paper and metal to support military needs. A household effort gathered containers valves and equipment while schools offices and factories contributed cardboard garments and other materials. The program aimed to reuse junk for naval army air force and allied uses, with items stored for national defense.
A historic church event marks the Dean O Neill golden jubilee in Armidale Diocese. A transfer from Tamworth is noted with clergy celebrations and a Catholic partitionist incident referenced. A public function is arranged for the occasion with a spiritual ceremony and community gatherings in late May.
A farewell function for Archdeacon Stammer occurred at Ross Hill School with students and staff paying tributes. The event featured musical selections, speeches by students including a line of girls from the school choir, and attendance by faculty and community members.
District Court proceedings Wednesday centered on Moratorium Act applications. Judge Hix presided over matters for estate creditors and garnishee orders. Settlements emerged in some cases while others await further court action as legal maneuvers continue. Great Peppermint Care Works Wonders for Coughs Colas.
A damaged OCR fragment recounts a trial proceeding with questioning of the appellant, references to Constable Moore and a motor vehicle, and various legal actions and dates. The text is garbled and difficult to parse but indicates a court case with appeals, evidence, and procedural maneuvers.
Obituary details the death of Mtsuma Boots Larges at age 80 after a long illness. She resided in Warikien Ration area, leaving behind daughters, sons, and many grandchildren. Survived by family including Mr Pryop and others, with services held nearby and memories of a long life in Myall Crepe.
The golf associates set tomorrow's draw including Mrs Durbar, Mix McMarland, Mrs Tumble nied, Mink Agnew, Mixx Mitchell, Andre Boodgras, Mrs Verne, and Miss Harper Woods. Also listed are Mire Rotwon and Pram No.7 with Great Peppermint Care. Ouida involved in final pairings.
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