Inverell Councils Accept Water Scheme Despite Cost
The Inverell Town Council chose to adopt the Public Works Department proposal for a new water supply, preferring to accept the plan rather than burden ratepayers. The chief engineer guarantees a solid supply, with total costs reduced by 33,000 pounds, though residents will pay more. The decision aims to boost Inverell’s growth, attract residents, and enable future improvements like a sewerage system, benefiting business, property owners, and social life.
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Public Works Department
Inverell
All Saints and local church events in Inverell area
The Inverell area reports Holy Communion at All Saints Gilgal on Sunday at 9 30 am. Wheat Inquiry leaves Sydney by the Wheat Commission for country districts. Tishups court opened near Armidie and gifts to Graman’s new church noted. Lismore council approves food-light scheme for Keen Street business row. Fong Yuen’s winter sale in Inverell runs into week two with bargains across departments. Three 1935 Chrysler and Plymouth cars arrive in Inverell. Bundarra prepares for Catholic ball on June 21 22 with juvenile events. Oakwood hosts a dance and euchre July 6 to raise Church funds. Inverell Amateur Fishermen’s Association receives Rainbow trout fry from the government. donations invited.
Scarlet Rangers to meet Tingha at Tingha Sunday
The Scarlet Runners will represent with players Val Duckworth E Rowland D Miles Dot O'Brien Bevan Dosa OBren L Perkins N McGrath M Rvan D Cavanagh M McLean. Bis leaves Oxford Casing at 2 o'clock sharp. Players urged to attend cricket ground practice Saturday afternoon.
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Scarlet Rangers
Tinghs
Scarlet
Tingha
Val Duckworth
E Rowland
D, Miles
Dot O'Brien
O'Brien
EL McQuiness
Bevan
Dosa Obren
L, Perkins
N. McGrath
M Rvan
Cavanagh
McLean
Bis
Oxford
Cricket Ground
Glider club works toward ready glider with Morley visit
Glider club reports progress on a leaning machine, nearly complete and test ready in a couple of weeks. Morley, an aero engineer and experienced glider pilot, inspected parts, praised workmanship and predicted good performance, planning a return in a fortnight to test if weather allows. The hangar cannot be heated for wing dope in cold, dry conditions. The club also hosts a Beaulieu dance and euchre party tomorrow night with bus transport, promising a lively first country dance with fox trot and novelty dances.
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Morley
Beaulieu
Notable Local Happenings and Travels in Canberra
Mr. Mick Crittenden underwent an appendicitis operation at the District Hospital last night and is recovering well. Mr. Val Gamble, of Valhalla, recovered from a serious operation at Woottenvate hospital on Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Chaffey drove to Canberra, where Mr. Chaffey will work two months with the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research. A bulletin says the King suffers bronchial catarrh and will need about a fortnights rest at Sandringham. The wedding of Miss Alice May Thomas and Mr. Eric Rupert Henry Gobbert took place at St Angs Church with Attendants and Best Man noted. Mrs. Frank Hatherley, a Red Cross worker and glee leader, helps fund Red Cross Headquarters. Canon Cadell resigns as rector to become Stanton Chap in Hew Castle diocese. News of former Inverell identity James Spicer’s death in Sydney, survived by five children and several relatives across NSW and Queensland.
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Harold Chaffey
Canberra
Chaffey
Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
E H. Stammer
St. Augustne's Church of England
Alice May Thomas
Walter Thomas
Thomas
Gum Flat
Eric Rupert Henry Gobbert
H.R. Gobbert
E. Akhurst
T. Gobbert
Canon Fa, Cadell
St. Luke's Church
England
Scone
Newsville
Canon Cadell
Stanton Chap
Hew Castle
Archdreicon H. A. Woodd
Cduties
Diames Spicer
Tattersall Hotel
Eedawiy
Sydneey
Armidale
Mian Fraser
Enonaville
Messrs
Noel
George
Jack
Frank
Mually Spicer
Sydney
Ted
Sam
Bowman
Queensland
Conntwr
C Morris
Gum Fiat
Australis
Brunswick Heads
Inverell
Tenterfield Electrie Light and Local Auction Notices
The Tenterfield Municipal Council reduced electric light costs to a new rate from a long standing price. A meeting will feature Mr Walker an orchardist and fruit expert who will assist growers. A land sale at Ross Hill maps out on Saturday 20th July at 2 pm with easy terms and public access to a plan from Murray & Father auctioneers. Ashford hosts a social dance and euchre tournament on June 91st featuring prizes, music, novelty dances, and supper. Rabbit skins see price shifts at Sydney sales with varied rates and lots of detail on weights and petty sums.
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Tenterfield
W A Stand
New England
Walker
School of Arts
Ross Hill
Mesars
Murray
Furl
Ashford
Removing Dist From Windscreen Wipe With Newspaper
A practical tip suggests wiping a windscreen with newspaper to remove dust more effectively. It notes summer dust coats glass quickly, reduces glare from oncoming headlamps at night, and lessens eye strain.
Younger Set Luncheon Highlights Baby Health Centre Work
The Younger Set of the Country Womens club hosted a luncheon in Inverell with the Mayor as guest speaker. Miss Grace Campbell presided as the group highlighted the Baby Health Centre, noting 3007 visits in total and 208 last month, with a car provided for the Sister. The Mayor praised the initiative, urged ongoing support, and cited national efforts for maternal and infant welfare while stressing the value of Australian scenery and civic service.
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Grace Campbell
Butler
Inverell
Younder
Commonwealth
Saly
Turkey
Club Shami and B round draws with consolation event
Tomorrow the outer rounds begin for the Clubs Shami event with A grade and B grade matches. Handicaps and a consolation trophy are included, followed by a 19 hole stroke handicap event and a separate 18 hole stroke event with the following draws and pairings across A and B grades.
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Shami
A. Ashervy
J. V. Gray
F. Madigan
L. B. Miller
Dr. Cookson
T. G. Hughes
D. Middleton
L. Cloonan
W. H. Crossley
BE. McParland
T. C. Body
R. D. Mill
C. McParland
J. MeeIiveen
R. Gray
W. Trim
W. H. Scott
A. Tankard
K. Delbridge
J. Gray
Ross Hill P and C Association meeting notes
The Ross Hill P and C Association met with 14 attendees in the chair Mr G A Chisholm in Mr F Avern absence. Three new members joined Mesdames Clarke Drummond and Swan. Expenses around £4 approved and piano overhaul by G Rinne included. A headmaster report urged federation goals to limit primary classes to thirty while many classes still run 45 to 60. Drummond seeks increased staff. A fundraising function and Arbor Day preparations were announced with cardboard boxes for infants materials and up to £1 to be donated.
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F Avern
G. A. Chisholm
Ross Hill P. and C. Association
Mesdames E
A Clarke
Drummond
Swan
Drumcold
G@ Rinne hede
Cockson
P. and C. Federation
I- Newcastle
Incresac
Cooper
Aumust
Railway Commissioner to Visit Inverell Thursday
Deputy Railway Commissioner will visit Inverell at 3.20 pm to hear deputations. The Inverell Producers Protection Board seeks rabbit netting on unfenced cattle stops and asks railways to carry sheepskins with wool bales at wholesale rates. The Chamber of Commerce plans to press for earlier loading of stock trains to avoid pre-dawn departures.
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V. Ricberts
Inverell
Inverell Potures Protection Board
Aso
Chet
Bydmy
Chamber of Commerce
Mayor’s public praise reflects district interest
The mayor expressed that he felt amply rewarded by the chance to publicly express appreciation for ongoing efforts. His town leadership and district influence led him to take a natural interest in all movements within the area.
Power-House Smash Injures, Damages Plant Engine
Fragments from a steel customer projectile tore through a power house, striking walls and a switchboard while oil sprayed. The damaged engine dated to 1928 during a switch from steam to crude oil. Town clerk J W Stocks alerted driver John Mason, and workmen cleaned debris afterward.
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Pr Ae Fsia
Twa
Ageten
J. W. Stocks
John Mason
Mungle Scrub Not Finalized Telegram from Moree
Mr. A. R. McLeod wires from Moree reporting an unsettled situation at Mungle Scrub with unclear messages and a call to action. The garbled dispatch hints at urgency tied to guards and a possible fledgling resolve.
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A. R. McLeod
Moree
Guarda
Emi
Military Ball at Town Hall This Wednesday
Preparations for the third grand annual military ball are underway in the Town Hall on Wednesday the 19th. The event features two orchestras providing continuous dancing from 8 p m to 4 a m for modern and old-time dances, with visitors from Armidale Glen Innes Waukaida and other centres. The Inverell Troop won the miniature Prince of Wales Cup and will receive the trophy. A poultry supper is available in the adjacent School of Arts hall with gallery tickets for an extra 2/6. Decorations are a highlight, arranged by a skilled lady and committee.
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Armidale
Glen Innes
Wakaida
Inverell
School of Arts
Esteemed Inverell figure Peter Gullver dies in Sydney
Esteemed by all who knew him in the Inverell district, Mr. Peter Gullver, aged in his 90s, died at his Sydney home Tuesday. A former local resident, he spent years mining before turning to agriculture at Reedy Creek and later pecan farming. His wife Emms Truman predeceased him by six years, and daughter Mrs. Harold Pollock of Windsor survives.
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Inverell
Peter Gullver
Sydney
Shou
Emms Truman
Harold Pollock
Windsor
Stannifer
Reedy Creek
Mt Mt
Oakwood Dance and Euchre Party Yields Large Profit
A dance and euchre night at Oakwood on Saturday attracted a record crowd and netted £233 14s 3d, reflecting strong organisation and patronage. A separate note mentions X-Ray Pund and funds in hand £240 1s 9d, with detailed acknowledgment to come. A bus will transport passengers from Otho Street to Bukkula for an event at 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. with Major Jardine leading a large committee overseeing arrangements.
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Re Oe
Oakwood
Bukkulla
O'Ghannesy
Jardine
Beth
Otho Street
Parmenter’s
Bukkula
Highway code revised edition to reach every household
The British Highway Code revised edition will be sent to every householder or occupier with the compliments of the Minister of Transport. About 15,000,000 copies will be delivered by post to promote road safety across all classes of road users.
Racing and Stakes Nomination Highlights at Delungra Meeting
The program lists Delungra Stakes contenders Golden Greek and Clare Hope among others, plus Bunyip Star and Star Kiss in the Steno and Newstead events. Star Kiss and Posterity are noted contenders, with handicaps affecting Newstead Stakes outcomes and Tallerina favored in Bukkulia Stakes.
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Ion
Clare Hope
Ral Pesan Sindim
Tallerina
Lady Style
Star Kiss
Newstead
Titen
Rolling Light
Wool sales show highest point of series at Goldsbrough sale
Wool sales report from Goldsbrough Mort and Co notes 3320 bales offered with good to average quality selection. Market rose five percent from prior sale, led by fleece and skirtings. Irregular results and doubtful yield in some lots. Major buyers included Japan Germany France. total sold since last sale estimated at 3466 bales with several named consignors and buyers.
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Goldsbrough, Mort, and Co
Lid
Japan
Germany
France
T. A. Pield Ltd
Congi
Woolbrook
Giro
Gloucestre
New England
Gloucester
Woover New England
Belair
Bourke
Bourke, Ihid: H. J. Munslie, Warlards, 1Aid: A. Ek, Gweeney
Goulburn
Iddi
Warby
Weemelah
Treasure Island at The Capitol Adapts Classic Novel
The Metro-Goldwyn Mayer adaptation of Treasure Island starring Wallace Beery and Jackie Cooper comes to Capitol tomorrow. The review highlights Long John Silver, Jim Hawkins, and Billy Bones with strong support from Barbara Stanwyck, Ricardo Cortez, Lyle Talbot, and Philip Reed in a vivid pirate adventure famed for heart and thrills.
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Metro-Goldwyn Mayer
Wallace Beery
Jackie Cooper
Robert Louis Stevenson
Capitol
the Bowery
Barbara Stanborough
Ricardo Cortez
Lyle Talbot
Philip Reed
New Building Permits Across Northern Districts
For the March quarter Inverell leads with permits totaling 212,000. Armidale 8,800. Glen Innes 1,080. Tenterfield 2,800. Tamworth 1,481. Bingara 3,400. Gunnedah 3,480. Manilla 1,210. Lismore 19,408.
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Ao Bet
Gunnedah
Manilla
Lismore
Inverell Florist Ad Cites Roses and Trees for Gardeners
Gardners urged to order roses trees and shrubs now from Mrs E C Bartle Inverell Florist. The notice promotes a selection of plants and urges timely purchasing for gardening needs.
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E. C, Bartle
Inverell Florist
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Orange
Wagga
Bishopscourt
Tishupscourt
Uruila Road
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Mowll
Ds. Moyes
Graman’s
St. Jains
Graman
J. A and
Wood. Lowe
J A. Lowe
Cownell
Gusltinss
Keen-street
Woodlark
Magellan Streely
Hong Yuen
Fong Yuen
W Motor Cars
L. W. Trim
Bundarra
J. McHugh
Dyson
Ald
J. Cloonani
O'Shannessy
Church of England
Gordon O'Shannessy
Archve Ira
Parmenter's
Inter
WW. Pinsen
Bdn
Mick Crittenden
Val Gamble
Valhalla
Wootten Vate Hospital
Sandringham
Frank Hatherley
Red Cross
Younger Bet
Hethertey
Howard Estate
Winehoombe. Carson Ltd
Wennesday
Beld & Lumcheon Af Landie
Sale
Mia. Crossley
Leo Cloonan
Crossley
Jeff
Howse
Shaw
O. Brown
M. Burge
O. Trim
Leo Clooman
Eddy
McTiveen
E. A. Clarke
Miss Fraser
Miss McParland
Miss Burrell
Crogsley
Miss Isles
O. Cameron
L. Mitchel
P. & C. Association
Mungle
Peter Gulliver
Treasure Island
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