New Era of Australian Antarctic Activity Begins
Australian National Antarctic Research Expedition sails from Melbourne led by Whitip Jr. Law to establish an airstrip and scientific station on MacRobertson Land near Mawson. Nine crew and stores transported to Heard Island to maintain the station through 1954, with temperatures near minus 16 and harsh winds. The mission aims to map coastlines, assess resources, and advance weather forecasting for Australia while honoring Mawson’s pioneering legacy and testing the feasibility of development in Antarctic territory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Australian National Antarctic Research Expedition
Whitip Jr. Law
Australian Department of Externial Affairs
Antarctica
Antarctic
Kitsa Wau
Heardna
Heard Island
MacRobertson Land
Mawean
Am, Henierson
Mt Henderson
Machobertson
Soi Pole
Australia
Douglay Mawson
MacRobertson
Ashford Shire Council Notes on Roads and School Sports
Council noted the poor state of ashford shire roads and half finished gravel works. The headmaster thanked the council for assistance with Sports Day grounds and court works. Authorities discussed road maintenance delays, access issues, and planned three year programs for roads and bridges with Mount Owen and Maldu areas mentioned.
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S. Dobbs
Michiéconek
Sre
M. Thosrisson
Coabe
Ouisise H Did Just Been Gravel Py Hure, the Bonshawe Tranch of Wie C.wuaas
Central School
Ashford, Whale
Vennis
Mtr
Owl Shire
Cradock
Uriace
Slyde-deaith
B. MacDonald
Mount Owe
MacDonald
L. Suttonmeor Yerman
Supbmes
Holmes Bros
C. Ti
Linton
Tyre
Tin
Jon
Maldui
New Sorghum Developed in Queensland
A new sorghum variety was developed at the Queensland Agricultural High School and College at Gallon. It is described as a sweet pyriform, derived from seed heads obtained from a Lockyer farmer by the senior member. The notes mention variations in growth and potential applications, reflecting early agricultural experimentation and recognition of regional crop innovation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wueensland
Gallon
Lockyer
Senpar Meharer
Vicwire
Education Conference Reception by the Mayor
The mayor and Aldermen attended the Education Conference reception at Armidale. Officials from New South Wales reported progress on Ashford water supply and a diverted drainage plan. The engineer noted delayed public works data and proposed repairs on Develop mental Road 193 as part of local infrastructure updates.
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Toys Wall
Lac
Ashford
Mir
Inverell Personal Pars Pars and Notes About People
A long list of local residents and visitors is reported from Inverell and nearby towns. The notices name Mr. and Mrs. Greg Coleman wedding party, travels to Sydney, Tamworth Highland Gathering, post office staff, relatives visiting from Sydney and Brisbane, and numerous residents moving, visiting, or returning home. Mentions include Barbara Gilbert, Peter Kneipe, Sister Win Gower, Miss Marina Fay, and Mr. and Mrs. J. Frame, with repeated references to Inverell, Tamworth, Sydney, and Toowoomba social connections and travel.
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Greg Coleman
Sacred Heart Church
Weday
Ashford
Ney
Cheviot
Mars. L. Gilbert
Sydney
Barbara A
Angeaen
R.O. Jones
Minlil
Wan Street
J. Kerr
Daugster Margaret
Wartslda Head
Viet Tamworth
Curnew
Emmavne
Wing
Brisbane
Inverell
J. Carne
Tmerell
Curnaw
Win Gower
Australie
Ater
Tnveret
Guyer
Alsianville
Perl
Harold Michell
Queensland
Marina Fay
Oliver Scett
Visterday
Miso
Bo Irwin
J. Frame
Fern Hill
Npery
Ashfara
Irvin
Porgy Hindley
A J. Ensman
Witla
Ehsman
CoolsHgalta
Hiverell
Warialaa
Misa
Judy Altehison
Morse
O Al'can Townsend
Tata
Kew
Clhak
Avex Nugent
Pineie
Caire
Ak Laerey
Marie Weares
Mrr
Bal Waynyss
Pure Plate
Ben McCosker
Hattie Sheree Gal
Hice Wits
Jane South
Blecel
Jol Podimere
In- Vile
Nis
Padmoreoni
Charles
Taverell
Mir
Jota Wade
Winngates
Toowoomba
Wade Wea
Margaret Moore
Harkness
Coolatal
Collins
Elsmore
A.M. Barr
Tingha
Vg, Barden
Andrew Street
Bvaney
Revatriavon Hospital
Concard
Neel Mills
Moter
Mills
McKenzie
Chester Street
Rosemary Wilkinson
Armidale College
Roeslyin
Terre O'Connor
Tamworth
Kew Eng
Rueby
O'Conner
R. HO Wilkins
Jeaneu
Brae Etrert
Coming Sales Inverell Sweep Sale Notice
The next sweep sale will be held in the municipal saleyards on Friday June 25. Several entries are already booked including Theauevinnerre Muray and Eather and Bert Daley and Sons with more names to follow.
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Inverell
Theauevinnerre
Muray and Eather
Bert Daley and Sons
Ashford Shire Plans Gap Road Project Budget
Ashford Shire Council discussed plans for a suitable road through the Gap in Ashford Shire. Engineer G G Robinson reported an Unabam Investigation and survey. estimated cost about £218 3s 10d, with necessary work including strengthening and culverts. Public Works Department submission planned in the next Ashford Shire programme.
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Ashford’ Shire
Ashford Shire
Public Works Department
G. G. Robinson
Unabam Investi Lion
Robinson
Bedwel Downs
Yattan
A ON Heywood
Wet weather delays fund drive scheduling
Organisers could not secure a date after Saturday causing postponement to July 24. They seek donations and volunteers willing to contribute but unable to deliver on time for the previously planned event. Donations and wood should be left with Mr Ket Dilbridge Byron Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ket Dilbridge
Byron_ Streery
Inverell ram sale opens with high bids at Merino showground
A sale at the Merino Mud Sheep Salin on the dairy Showground attracted bids up to 200 guineas for a ram from Dardis h ren bought by W Swus of Byron Inverell. Rams sold for 350 249 and 220 guineas with top day price 200 guineas. Several exhibitors reported prices above 150 guineas as quality remained strong. The average price neared 247 guineas with Elder Smokiana Co paying the higher rate.
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Inverell
W. Swus
Byron Inverell
Kater Hros
Mumblebone
Warren
Elder Smokiana Co
Trucks Collide in Town On Tuesday Turns Heads
A two truck collision occurred near Mirus Pols on Tuesday. Nora M. Hatton, driver of one vehicle, sustained injuries and was taken to hospital. Five others received minor treatment. Limited damage reported.
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Ublity
Nora M
Hatton
Cue Yi Oy
Obituary notices from Inverell era detail two local deaths
Obituary for Mrs C G Bloorf aged 86, widow of Arthur Bloore and long time Inverell store and station agent. Also notes death of Mr Thomas Dunshea aged about five decades, resident of Cds Mal Tinkha, leaving a widow and family. Mention of relatives and local hospital follow-up.
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MTS. C. G. Bloorf
Sn Strathfield
Constance Gertrude Biguve
Anhur Bloore
Inverell
Thomas Dunshea
Cds Mal
Tinkha
Service Car Driver II Illness En Route to Inver and Tamworth
An East West Airline service driver, Reebald Foravily of Tiverell, became violently ill while transporting passengers from Tamworth to Inver and was rushed to Armidale and New England Hospital. He was admitted with a suspected food poisoning but later improved by Sunday morning. The Sydney Tamworth route faced diversions due to weather while residents faced travel disruptions.
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Armidale
WAS
Laverell
Que
Sydney-Tamworth
Wes
Cofl
Marcyew
Tamworth
Australia to Take Census June 30
Census schedules detail personal data but aim to gauge national progress. The count, conducted every ten years, records population by state and city, dwelling types, and factory data, with the mid year target set for June 30.
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Australia
Fragmentary notices and scattered references in a late 19th century report
The text presents a jumble of names, places, and numbers including references to Lianarth Ashford Tobacco, Queensland, Sydney, and police and railway mentions. The fragment hints at official actions, taxes or rates, transport notes, and a weather or event record, but most details are unreadable or garbled.
Famous Peter Scriven Puppets For Inverell
The notice states that the Peter Scriven puppets will be available for Inverell with performances by Thea and Judy. The hall is booked for the date, with a ticketing arrangement between Sasia SF and TH, and public access details to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Scriven
Inverell
Catia
Daldell
Abe
Bankers Plan Tour to Inspect Inverell Pastures
Bankers from the Commonwealth Bank, led by Mr Hee Asia and Mr Johnson, will visit Inverell and nearby farms in New England to study pasture conditions and cattle, with a programme including a conference in Sydney and a Farm visit on the Grafton Road. They aim to assess dairy and grazing potential and explore local property interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asia Wlaihdo
Ant
Gitmipadang
Gietiek Agrona- Mint OM AL Jehnson
Wisu Jan Wie
Sherty
Inverell
New South Wales
Sydney
Rhein
Mir
J Coline
Gdns
Ecland
Grafton Road
Sessions of Interest to General Public Noted
A fragmented OCR listing appears to reference sessions of public interest with scattered names and dates. The legible fragments mention various individuals and places, but no coherent event or schedule is readable to summarize a specific item or outcome.
Opening of Invermed Homes for the Aged in Inverell
The Inverell Homes for the Aged project marks its first opening on late December 26 with the key handed to tenants Mr and Mrs J Brigas. Mayor L J Cloppen will open the cottage and Mr F P G Campbell will present the key. An official ceremony precedes public inspection and a program with refreshments.
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Inverall
Inverell Aod
Ald
L. J. Cloppean
FP. G
Campell
J. Brigas
Mre. Briggs
Burge Bros
iMust
Inverell
Pride in New Auburn Home Moves to New Assets
Atr and Mrs Briggs currently reside in a galvanised shed near Auburn post office with limited footpath access. The elderly couple discuss retirement plans, marriage notes, and relocation as Mr Brice and Mr Campbell plan to move into a nearby residence, while neighbors reflect on long-standing community ties and future gatherings.
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Atr
Briggs
Auburn
Sunny Day After Frost Forecasts Cold Weekend
A garbled weather note describes frost lingering into Saturday with cold conditions expected. regional forecast hints at improving sun after a frosty start, with minimal precipitation anticipated through the day.
Standardisation of Ramps in Ashford Shire
Councillors at Ashford Shire Council discussed standardising ramps on all roads. The engineer presented a road list to replace stone to wallangra gates. The council planned NW Local Government Association standards and considered wooden ramps versus steel. Some argued residents could fund ramps but fencing and landowner issues remained unresolved.
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Ashford Shing Council
Bhi
GO. G Ri
Wallangra
North-west
9M Thompson
Thi
Atholwood
Lie Cr
Besley
Hhre
Tighe
Mr. Robinson
Shire
Dr. Black
St. Cr Tighe
Black
Tight
Laminolders Sho
Gett
Ashford Shire Faces Accommodation Shortage for Workers
Council debates housing options as prefabricated units are discussed to house workers. Officials note difficulty in obtaining suitable homes in Ashford and consider a trial of single men’s prefabricated housing, with plans to secure blocks and foundations if chosen.
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Aetic
Jay Dere
Hull
Ald Ld
Heenan
Moyes
H. Heath
Presiden Iit
Inverell Lions Club
Vet Baths
Mr. Dunshea
James Aultled
C. Astford
Tach
Thesig
Laos
Inin Baer
Piorsuna
Musee Til
Fur
Lianarth
Shires Hey Hs
Asifur
Fmecnd
Thea
Lee
Nsw
Wacens
Amado
Tovarra Co
Sydnee Higher
Pelee
Oscar
Sehgal
Hackin
Veter
Ares
Ididale Aepean
Histrick
Cirawitk
Tienes
Ordiner
TAXIS
Glen Iies
Uravemond
Anhtan
Giese
Borne
Walt Beaick
Poubuwans
Dana
Bey Maver
Chegnan
Faber
Reed & Nive
Andy Lidar Rey
Isvereil
Wate
Basil Ceader
Carey
Fobertiir
Colsarteesl
Dat Brice
Cento Artindes
Tire
ABC
Joe Soiden
Mr Biness
Lahore
Kim
Brews
Tobia Jr
Hricus
Vipeuy
Brice
Lae Municipal
Vtark
Sears
Inverel
Colin Campbell
Arcus
Aise
Neo Ian
Cerroroy.h
Nes
Yural Pvorkers
Hamstead
Cornells
Tinterauice
Mide Ly Council
Suilabie
Accomumeoda
Petr Decest
Ehire
A.W. Heywood
Counelilors
North West
County Council
Warvwiel
M Council
Agate
Imal
Cornell
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