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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1932
Page
1
Sydney report notes the Moxley case resumes with medical witnesses for the prosecution. Detective-Sergeant Hill describes how Moxley led police to the crime scenes and an empty house. A statement attributed to Moxley claims lack of harm intention and loss of control. The trial continues.
The hearing on a new pastoral industry award for shearers and woolshed workers began before Judge Dethridge in the Commonwealth Arbitration Court. Employers seek wage reductions and eased conditions due to the industry’s dire economic mood. Mr. F H Tout, president of the Gragiers' Association, testified the industry was never in a worse position.
A blaze at six o'clock last night caused extensive damage in Adelaide Street studio of Mr F W Thiel. An explosion shattered the window and the photographic studio portion burned fiercely, threatening a cafe and motor showroom nearby before firemen contained the flames.
Gurkha detachment pursuing terrorists linked to the Chittagong rebellion clashed with raiders in Pathia village near Chittagong. Captain Cameron and two terrorists were killed. One raider named Nirmal Sen, sought for archist conspiracy, was captured along with revolvers and ammunition.
Stanley Hausner survived eight days clinging to a derelict aeroplane until a steamship Circle Shell spotted him four miles off. He clung to life amid rough seas and darkness, suffering only superficial injuries, and thanked Captain Wilson for the dramatic rescue.
Tin unit price today quoted at 22 shillings ten pence per unit.
Ascot ponies results list multiple races with winners and scratched horses across divisions. Notable winners include Pleetfoot in the 140 Handicap and Slow March in the Trial Stakes with 3 to 1 and 2 to 1 payouts respectively.
Sydney reports Hospital Commissioner Mr. Love leaves Friday to begin a government inquiry into the dismissal of three nurses at Coff's Harbor hospital.
Shocking injuries report from Auckland as George Mastiran, a fisherman, suffers a severed head injury and chest trauma after a gelignite plug prematurely explodes. The incident occurred as he and companions attempted to frighten sharks, with two more explosions in Maguran's hand. He is hospitalized in grave condition.
At 1056 pm Monday, fire bell drove residents from beds to Byron street. A blaze lit a two workshop building adjacent to Harry Hall's premises, with a blacksmith shop and garage, damaged by heat and smoke. Alarm by Alf Merchant, fire brigade doused the flames. The property valued at 300 pounds sustained damage to windows and interior contents.
Sir Charles Kingsford Smith said he would search for missing aviators if asked. He claimed the German Junker plane would be foolish to leave its seaplane and offered to fly the Southern Cross to Wy ndham to start a non stop search in two days.
The Transport Act's early repeal and the reconstitution of the Transport Commission are anticipated. W. F. P. Skelton, with extensive railway experience, named as a potential employee representative. Skelton served six years in State Parliament.
Sydney Wednesday arrangements set for a special sitting of the Australian Council of Trade Unions to discuss the New South Wales election results. The council will likely craft a Commonwealth policy to resist attempts by the Federal Government to enforce the Crimes Act and other penalties.
Melbourne reports a telegram to the Civil Aviation department states an aerial search from Wyndham to Drysdale mission found no signs of the supposed German seraplaine. world news dispatch notes no new evidence in the inquiry.
In Wellington on Wednesday workers at the Kaltangar coal mine, Olago and Southland’s largest, decide not to strike in sympathy with other miners. The mine operates under a one year remaining agreement. No change in coal conditions elsewhere.
James Kelly of West Maitland was shot in the back of the head at Currabubula camp last night and sent to hospital. Cecil Carpenter, Kelly’s camping mate, was arrested and charged with attempted murder. Police say Carpenter claimed the shooting was accidental.
Prices ruled at Sussex Street today for bulk wheat 32 shillings, Tasmanian potatoes 56 to 6/8, new laid eggs 1 shilling 7 pence, butter 14 shillings 2 pence, oats 1 shilling 10 pence to 2 shillings 8 pence, onions 20 to 22 pence, chaff 3 to 4 pence, lucerne 4 to 5 9, hay 4 to 9 pence, wheaten 2 shillings 8 pence to 3 shillings 7 pence.
Eight members of the New Guard who were convicted of assaulting Ad. Garden and his sons appealed to the Quarter Sessions judge Curlewis. Appellants withdrew guilty pleas and entered not guilty. The cases are being heard separately. Mr Garden testified he had never seen accused Scott before that night nor any prior knowledge of an assault plan.
The British cruiser Durban, attached to the South American division, sails to Callao Peru to protect British interests as a socialist junta forms a government in Chile. The move underscores Britain’s readiness amid regional volatility.
District Court before Judge Clancy opened this morning. The case Chisholm v Crossey was stood over to the next court. Other matters listed include Whitfeld Coorey and Burge Bros Ltd and Doroghue. A number of cases were announced with Jay losing breached.
In Newcastle six police and seventeen civilians were treated in hospital after the Tighe Hill eviction riot. Eighteen men arrested in connection with the riot were charged with breaches of the Riot Act and remanded until June 29.
The latest forecast warns of cold unsettled conditions with showers across elopes and tablelands and snow on highlands. Strong northwest to southwest winds may reach gale force, bringing frequent squalls and hazardous travel.
The city wheat market opened lifeless with buyers reluctant at 3 24 for bulk and 3 3/3 for some lots. Shippers kept prices at 2 for bagged and 3/1 for bulk exrucks, while weather and overseas markets influenced futures with Liverpool and London markets quiet and easy.
Sproule defeated Higgs 6 3 6 2 in the first round while Hopman beat Barker 6 2 6 3 to progress at Queen's Club.
The Inverell Golf Club announces an 18 hole handicap Canadian four ball event to be played tomorrow Thursday. Draws include Mrs Robertson with Miss Cloonan against Miss McFarland with Miss Burge and Miss Campbell with Miss Vernon against Mrs McKveen with Miss Northcott. Handley with Brown face Fraser and Scott, Matron Towner with Miss E Burgr, and Mrs Bingleton with Marker. A nine hole competition will also be arranged at the ground.
A heat wave in Cawnpore killed twenty-two people today including three British nationals. The city faced extreme temperatures as authorities investigate the deaths and warn residents to seek shade and hydration.
In St John s Newfoundland the Inpest results show the opposition with 21 senia, the Government with two, an Independent with one, while three results remain doubtful.
In Lawrence street near Tattersall's Hotel, James Hanshaw and Henry James McMaster faced Police Court for riotous conduct on May 28. Hanshaw pleaded self defense and was fined 20 with 8 costs, while McMaster received 20 or two days for riotous behavior and 3 or six days for indecent language, with time to pay.
The Ashford Racing Club publishes weights for Saturdays Ashford R C meeting on June 18. Classes listed include Maiden Handicap Open Handicap Novice Handicap Ashford Handicap and several others with horse names and weights for each.
A motivational note urges perseverance and focus on the business despite mood dips and fears about the future. It highlights the idea of pushing through hardship and then lists Cansdell’s gloomchasers including Jilin Viyella suiting patterns and various quilts and fabrics at old prices.
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