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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 13, 1938
Page
4
A speaker argues that every citizen must be educated spiritually mentally and physically to the highest use of their powers. Democracy thrives only if it serves humanity better than competitors and if money is invested wisely in education health and social development to raise future generations.
A mix of advertisements and brief notes mentions Cansdel and Co tobacco from Fraser's Creek Ashford praised by experts, Anthony Hordern and Bons Ltd winter sale details, and auction results from Barraba with sheep and wethers to 19s1d. Also references a Weather Forecast by Inigo Jones and a short historical note on Holloway's pills and Gladstone spelling in ads.
Former Toowoomba resident William J R Anderson died in June at 178 Campbell Street Toowoomba Born 1880 in Rumor Spotland he came to Australia with parents He trained in milling under his father later head Miller at Lefiance Milling Co in Toowoomba He leaves widow three daughters Misses Marjory Nell and Swen Anderson and son Master W Anderson Remains laid to rest at Toowoomba cemetery June 7 Large cortege accompanied by community members Brother Alex Anderson of Sydney sister Mrs 1 Chintek of Lismore attended from distant places
Two Inverell pupils Menor D Thomas and A J Bord have qualified for their class pilot licenses. Including two others who passed early stages this makes four pupils under instruction of Lie club with Mesa Senter and Nicholson. Mr Buck conducts the school and praises pupil progress and Inverell aerodrome prospects with minor alterations needed to be the best in the northwest.
At a Clarence Pastoral and Agricultural Society gathering the profit from the show was about £1402. Income exceeded the previous year by £157, signaling improved results and suggesting stronger attendance and sales.
Obituary and local notices report the death of Thomas Reynolds 76 a drover from Moree who lived there for six decades. Also noted is the passing of Mrs. G J Chissett of Bannockburn after hospital treatment for heart failure. A funeral procession left the Presbyterian Church on Saturday afternoon. Mr J A Heyman, longtime Tamworth P and A Association committeeman, has been elected president.
H W Copeland, local stock inspector, pursued C R Northey for carrying stock at night without consent. G E Cory defended the stock inspector and P C Webb for the defendant. Northey pleaded guilty and received a fine of one pound with two rap es.
Krippmer faced charges for dangerous driving after a collision at Halo and Gwydir streets while returning from Moree racecourse. He pleaded guilty and received a fine with a 14 day default. Boullon was convicted of driving under the influence in February. He was fined and, in default, imprisoned 20 days.
The Minister for the Interior in the House of Representatives said Federal Capital Territory spending totaled 25 155 690 pounds excluding Jervis Bay. Up to June architecture 4 531 051, engineering 9 960 083, lands 905 657, other capital 117 694, plus 75 354 for maintenance and administration. Receipts were 3 199 546. Jervis Bay expenditure stood at 365 000 and accumulated assets valued at 10 500 000 pounds.
Miss Helen Kingsley presented a monumental desk clock to Mr. John Murray on behalf of the Radiance Club prior to the group’s departure for Glen Innes to form a sub branch. The inscription reads To John Murray from members of the Radiance Club 18th June 1938. Murray plans to manage radio station ZEA Katoomba in Sydney around June 16.
In Inverell and Armidale area clubs the men’s and Dat matches drew keen crowds. Tingha defeated Moree Minties 2 1 while Glen Lines beat Tingha 5 3 in the men’s division. A grand ball in Town Hall would close the day with visiting players in attendance.
Tonight features a special program for the King's Birthday with two shows. Main attraction is High Wide and Beautiful starring Trene Thunne Randolph Scott Dorothy Lamour and Raim Tumrott. A drama set in early American industry follows a railway dispute and pipe line bid aims. Also shown is Over the Goal encore. Tomorrow night offers Make a Wish with Bobby Biren and Supporting Masia Thia week.
Warialda Amateur Race Club held a successful two day meeting with Technicolor and Flare Up winning the principal events on Friday and Saturday respectively. Flare Up dominated with two race wins and a third place, while detailed results list numerous handicaps and placements for horses such as Wheat Bounty, King’s Quest, Gargoyle, and Delegation among others across first and second days.
Large fields played in yesterday's events with many scores and partners named. Four Ball Best Ball and Foursome events show Ashford, Inverell, Bundarra, Tamworth entries with results led by Sutterthwaite and Kneipp at 5 up and associates' wins across multiple divisions.
Purple Days won his first race in a moderate sixth division, then equalled the track record in a second win as the fifth division raced. Super de Luxe led the Special Maiden Stakes in 24 7-10 seconds, just outside the course mark. The day drew strong crowds and featured police, canteen, and club presentations.
On June 19 at 10 am the Apex Clubs will collect old clothing in a community donation drive. Local organizers urge residents to contribute wearable garments and shoes to support those in need.
A Tingha home game featured New England and Northwest League teams with the Northwest winning 12 to 1. Early matches saw Tingha face Gligeolnestone and Glen Innestenstone, Tingha triumphing each time. The clip match drew sharp pace, rough play, and multiple referee interventions. Second grade was tough. Inverell’s back line showed strength while D. De Tutt scored in the corner after a sharp pack movement.
Races at Warwick Farm featured Highborn narrowly finishing ahead of Bachelor King in the Homestead Handicap, with Mohican winning the George's River Handicap. Beauf Ham upset in Deep Creek at Moonee Valley, while Strathm... plus QTLC meeting at Brisbane saw Teringa win the principal event.
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