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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 10, 1938
Page
7
A Sydney Housewives Association critique of a penny per pound butter rise provokes a broader view of the economic system. Producers and consumers alike suffer under a flawed distribution model, and mutual understanding is urged over hostility to avert harm to families and city welfare.
The document lists draws for the first and second events with pairs including Miss Fraser, Miss Loncasale, Miss Riley, Miles M. Mitchell, Mrs. Macdonald, Mrs. O Grady, and others. Non-competing members require tournament committee permission to play. A social committee will provide a broadcast receiver in the clubhouse all weekend. The Sunday and Monday draws will be posted at the clubhouse and hotels and broadcast from 2NZ on Saturday evening.
The Bathurst district reports a major maize disease outbreak, with infected crops destroyed by fire and precautions to prevent spread. The Education Minister notes the abolition of the primary school final examination, though admissions tests for Sydney Newcastle nurseries or high schools remain. A separate court case in Tamworth sentences Joseph Francis to years’ imprisonment for an April 6 assault. An auction listing and a hockey ball event with visiting teams and music are also noted, along with church events and a football lineup for Inver in a Tinche match.
The text describes social dances at the Hospitel every Pridar evening with a Moor orchestra and a noted Gat Grain Silo. A Waggu grazer reports oats in excellent condition after a drought, preferring to bury them for feed rather than sell. Prices are given in rough terms, with oats noted and a New South Wales drought context.
Guyra-Inverell mood reports that Dr V L Groot told Guyra Shire Council he urged the Minister for Transport Col Bruxner to adopt a policy for the Guyra to Inverell main road to counter potential traffic from a future Guyra-Ebor road. The Minister promised consideration and a special report by a Department of Main Roads engineer.
In the local Police Court Frederick George Southby faced a charge of false pretences involving two pounds and was remanded until June 17 with no bail granted. A riotous behavior case against Geo. Augustus Dowsett resulted in a £2 fine or four days’ imprisonment.
The Inverell area reports numerous social items including engagements between Dulete May Adams and Harold Schreck, D. Watts and Robert Waddell, and Florence Hope and Charlie Carnox. It notes a sudden death of Robert Wilson Ronald and a Gravesend wedding of Richmond Torres and Nell Toke. Local tributes to Dr. F. H. Wrigley and radio career changes at BNZ and station leadership shifts are also recorded.
Canstiell's sports wear store promotes its distinct look with a nod to unique apparel. The ad highlights window displays that showcase new items and a sense of ongoing interest for shoppers.
Lithe Plain Dance in Little Plain Hall tomorrow night features Wash's orchestra ready to provide music for the event. Buchre players and dancers are assured of six p.m. poag time.
Ernest Christian Sommeriad, CBE, is celebrated for his wide influence in Inverell and Glen Innes districts before moving to Sydney. A journalist, editor, and publisher, he led Northern Newspapers Ltd, helped form Country Press Ltd, and steered radio ventures 2AD Armidale and QNZ Inverell. He holds multiple public roles including NSW Legislative Council member, United Country Party acting chairman, and library and tourism committees. He was born in Tenterfield and educated at Leeds Grammar School and Newington College.
In Werl Hesday Martins James Edwin Milelycil and Gregory Vincet Quinn faced theft charges for door bells, a telephone receiver and other items valued at multiple pounds. Brice and others were charged with stealing several electronic items. Melson Norman and Stanley Jas Casey admitted indecent language and were fined. A retriever dog found £60 in notes outside a Casino hotel, later linked to J. Briths who owned the hotel.
The Inverell Association conveyed thanks to the Education Department for valuing Inverell Intermediate High School as a full High School. Accounts passed for payment include W. S. Smith Ltd, May Bros, G H Chapman, F and E Thomas Pty Ltd, W F Jack, A M Cansdell Co, Invered Times, and B V Miles TALL.
In the Jack Small Debts Court on Wednesday W G South sued Walter Hardy for rent arrears with Mr. Smith for the plaintiff aiming to regain possession of the premises. The case adjourned to June 2 to allow the defendant to vacate. An Edward William Sharp case against Sid Hail Bowers and Leardgamishee noted £264 paid into court and an order for the payment to the judgment creditor J and E Thomas Pry Ltd. Mrs Gali’s examination of a judgment debtor had no appearance and was not proceeded with. B W Miles, represented by Mr G Smith, sued Gro Winfield. the case settled with undisclosed terms.
Florence Munro pleaded guilty to occupying a dirty tent near River Park on May 27. Health Inspector Duncan Wallace described the camp as heavily infested with mire, with food scraps, fowl droppings, and an objectionable smell. Defendant agreed to pay court costs within three days and the case was to be dealt with under Section 556A.
The Inverell Coursing Club outlines a seven race programme for a Saturday meeting with bookmakers, ground buggy service, and a wireless system. Key entrants include Purple Days, Gold Plate, Bobby Style, Startling, No News, and Lady Eireann across maiden and graded stakes divisions, with selections featuring Purple Days and Bobby Style in multiple events.
Winter sale at Hong Yuen's continues into its second week with larger bargains and thicker attractions. The store emphasizes deep cuts on all lines, urges early shopping, and invites inspection of departments at bedrock prices. District holidays may affect hours, but doors open at 9 o'clock Tuesday morning for renewed bargains.
Important clearance sale announced for Morelma Mt Russell tomorrow Saturday at 19 mr. Mess. J A Warmer and Son offer high class furniture including antique English oak pieces and a broad array of furniture in rosewood, oak, maple, and cedar, plus carpets, rugs, pianos, lounges, writing cabinets and other high end household effects.
Farmers and others are advised to attend Unis fle for a large sale of farming implements. Items listed include Ford motor lorry up drag power transmitter poison cart fuminator chaffutter blower elevator Tangye engine cultivator ploughs Fordson tractor and other gear. A number of fat and store cattle 250 wethers and horses will also be offered luncheon will be provided.
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