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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1942
Page
3
The debate over uniform taxation reveals States defending privileges and the old States rights argument. The Labor Party’s unification stance remains vague, while proponents warn that central control threatens state powers and existing monetary interests. Vested interests resist broad Australian nationalism.
A garbled local report covers a hospital admission for a one year old from Tamworth, a mail delivery issue in Ashford, and an upcoming auction of Be Endford property at Soldiers Hall. It notes donations to the Red Cross by Mr. Fenner and the Domestic Furnishing Company, and reminders for buyers at Bellevue Estate furniture sale. Also mentions a Lux Radio Theatre program and a Quine drama, with sale details of tools and furniture by Fowler and Burlars and Frank Norris.
Macintyre Shire Council heard concerns over dangers from wandering livestock on open roads. Clerk J A Gilroy reported incidents including a collision on Glen Innes Road involving a Tavrefell service car and horses. Papers discussed impoundments, permits, and possible enforcement actions with PP Board input.
In a Parla jis report from Western Australia, Minister for Agriculture Wisei warned that Western Australia must anticipate actual shortages of foods such as vegetables pig meal dairy produce and beef, goods normally exported. Civilian needs would demand prioritizing basic services amid the strain.
Local notes list Constable Tom Steer returning to Inverell after holidays and several residents in Ballina Byron Street and surrounding areas. Entries cover absences for leave with parents, medical operations, exams, and family health updates, with brief mentions of promotions and community notices.
Complaints that horses have fallen on the bitumen road at Cunningham's Hill lead to a proposal to repair the old road for horse traffic. Clerk J A Gilroy reports on an inspection with Main Roads official Mr Brown. Costs to widen the main road are cited, with a suggested alternative route closer to Cunningham’s residence. A possible deviation could offer a gentler grade but may be steep in parts. The plan to keep horses off the bitumen and use a separate track is discussed.
A fragmented AP report notes a local appeal connected to a dollar drive and a shop with small financial figures. Names and precise actions are unclear, but the piece cites community fundraising and local business involvement in March.
A garbled fragment notes Monday reopening of post office services. It references scheduling and possible delays but lacks clear names or locations. The readable text suggests holiday-related arrangements and resumed mail handling.
Sunday June 14 features Sunday School at 8:30 with addresses from G Goode MA Cita and others. Thos Wo Young invites attendees to Camdell's store as a meeting place for friends and churchgoers in a lively, popular local setting.
Fragmentary OCR describes rain and birds interrupting electricity supply with stray letters and jumbled phrases. The readable bits mention a plan or event, a location, and a person or group in a likely local notice. Overall details are obscured and names are not recoverable.
Railway returns show May totals with outward tonnage and shipments. It lists cattle, sheep, wheat, wool, and vans dispatched, alongside numbers for deliveries and receipts across multiple lines. Data includes authenticated figures such as 1250 wheat shipped and 4570 dispatched, with cattle and sheep movements recorded.
Fifty six cadets from No 34 Squadron of the Air Training Corps travel from Inverell Glen Innes Biira and Warlalda to Sydney for a state wide Wing Parade. They will form at the Domain and wreath the Cenotaph, then be reviewed at Centennial Park by Captain W A Robertson. The trip includes welfare commission events and a later homeward journey with metropolitan billets.
Fragmentary obituary text referencing a person of note and several place names and affiliations. The readable segments mention England, Dinton Vale, Ri, AP Reemeses Avhfnard, and a memorial tone. Details are unclear due to damage and garbled OCR.
Fragmented OCR text details a Red Cross branch event with scattered phrases about fees, orders, and meetings. The readable parts mention Crawford, Hote, and a duty, along with generic references to a jury and protection efforts, but the passage is largely garbled and incomplete.
Historical rainfall table notes May precipitation across numerous towns in New South Wales led by values such as Uralla 124, Moree 117, Gunnedah 149 and Coonabarabran 314, with many smaller readings and relative above or below normal indicators. The data covers locations including Walgett, Boggabri, Manilla, Scone, Muswellbrook, Maitland, Merriwa, and Coonamble, reflecting a broad regional pattern.
At Tuesday night’s meeting Alderman J M OConnor proposed ceasing all motor vehicles except road work lorries and one electricity department lorry to support national fuel conservation. The council had five or six cars and lorries and aimed to set an example amid growing petrol appeals. The mayor noted possible losses in vehicle numbers. further checkups on work trucks were debated prior to action.
At the weekly meeting Alderman Gomer asked about repairs to the lane from White Siren to Arabnlla Street and 10 culverts on Bent Street, plus the end of Hindmarch Street. He also noted the council had stopped leasing midget cards as time houses. The mayor said a reply on a likely compensation request from A. War damage was expected.
Toreeestuns were given for Mr Pete Furies of Stroud and his bride Patricia Tarrant after a time on Thursday. The ceremony was followed by a reception at the Australia Hotel with guests including Mrs Demerch and the bride’s parents Mr and Mrs R Tarrant of Recky Bar Yelman.
At the Belgravia Public School committee meeting led by President J Lundy and Headmaster Farrow, funds from the Continental event were detailed. Total income reached £10 0s 0d with £4 0s 0d expenditure and a credit balance of £6 1s 10d. Authorities authorized purchase of sporting material via headmaster with amplifier support noted.
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