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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 19, 1931
Page
1
In Sydney on Friday a battle between anti evictionists and police at Newtown left many injured as police faced stones and barricades. Fifteen shots were fired and eighteen men were arrested as officers finally quelled the disturbances at the house.
The wheat market showed a quiet steady tone with limited activity in city parcels. Buyers and sellers quotes varied, with 26s for bagged wheat and 21 9s for New South Wales bulk cargoes, while European demand waned and Canada weather unsettled prices. Russia reportedly booked 100000 tons of Italian freight for August September, and UK buyers remained cautious affecting Australian sales in that quarter.
Mr Bavin told a Bondi meeting last night the main objective is to defeat the Lang Government, not personally, but as a government. He said he would not seek to overthrow them if Premier Lang’s plan were carried out reasonably and properly, though remarks by Lang suggest otherwise.
A Washington dispatch reports Geo. Jeder of the Commerce Department Latin American division calls British trade propaganda in Argentina a veiled attack on Argentine and American friendship. He identifies Sir Malcolm Robertson as the chief proponent of the slogan Buy from us who buy from us and says the Prince of Wales visit aimed largely at challenging American mercantile supremacy.
A London briefing notes guarded optimism about Australia after an inter-State convention. A high-placed commentator said the ball is within reach, praising the handling and enthusiasm of the response. Mention is made of cleaning up floating debt as a prerequisite for any longer term conversion and broader rehabilitation, dependent on Australia.
Last night s rain and overcast conditions yielded 81 points recorded at the Post Office this morning. Distinct registrations list Armidale 180 points, Narrabri 103, Wee Waa 133, Glen Innes 132, Moree 26, Narrabri 103, Yoolmaa 70, and other towns with varying scores, reflecting a regional tally.
Queensland parliamentary Labor party has advised to oppose the reduction in pensions amid debates in Brisbane on economic policy. The party signals resistance to cuts aimed at balancing the budget and stresses protection for the elderly in the face of austerity measures.
Sydney Friday report on Ryde and district property owners association meeting urging law changes to criminalize groups obstructing eviction due process and tenants defying landlords.
In a report to the Chief Secretary Brigadier General Leane, Commissioner of Police, says he resents any attempt to discredit him and that a public officer should be protected from lying statements. He states he had nothing to do with the Crimes League, as alleged.
London reports a high level dialogue on war debts with Treasury officials and key interviews. Mr. Mellon arrived to discuss debt revision and financial policy, with two talks cited as central to the discussions.
Police yesterday found an auger bag containing over twenty sticks of pelignite and eighty detonators on Euston road Redfern. An examination showed the items were posted from a tin shed at the Water and Sewerage Board works Cremorne earlier in the week.
Fragmentary OCR reports a Dornier Do X arrival at Babi in Bragtl on Thursday at 12.55 pm, with reference to Crom Natal and Boal. The text is garbled, preserving only scattered proper nouns and a rough timestamp.
Police raided a building on Dix on Street in the city last night and arrested several Chinese individuals. A second raid minutes later led to additional arrests. Entrance was gained by using the Chinese password. Opium, pipes, and paraphernalia were seized.
Archibald Holder, an attendant at Bannock burn road, was kicked by a blood horse he tended. The first kick injured the groin area, the second damaged his back as he tried to escape. Mr. Fleming aided, Holder was taken to hospital with a ruptured kidney. condition described as serious.
Melbourne report: The Executive Council commuted the death sentence of William John Dashwood to life imprisonment for the murder of Frederick Westbury. Dashwood will not receive the regulatory reprieves or remission benefits.
An application by mortgagees Anderson Wiltshire and Manning was heard in the Police Court under the Moratorium Act. They sought permission to sell Bundarra land securing a £1,000 mortgage on the late GOG Best wind. The court granted sale permission after noting arrears, crown rent, and abandonment affecting the security.
In London on Thursday New Zealand dominated the Minor Counties game with a big first innings lead. New Zealand declared eight wickets down for 450 with Mills scoring 150 and Lowe 52 while Merritt and Lawry shared four wickets each for the Minor Counties who were bowled out for 101.
Readable OCR summary lists weekly temperatures from the post office. Monday 54/32, Tuesday 2-20, Wednesday 62/20, Thursday 64/25, Friday 61 degrees.
Professor Ernst Wepgemann, president of the German statistical bureau, addressed the World Economic Society in Berlin on Thursday and forecast that world gloom would lift between 1830 and 1950.
A Canberra report states an unnamed financial group offered the Commonwealth Government a 15 million pound gold loan at a small interest rate. Mr. Scullin declined to comment amid tight secrecy surrounding the proposal.
Financier's opposition in Sydney grows among prominent bankers who oppose Australia's proposed five million pound gold shipment to England. Critics note Australia currently has about six million pounds in credit in London, sufficient to meet commitments.
Searchers expect a word today on Exkins missing aircraft in the Tallarook ranges. It is believed Ek ins tried to follow the railway line and was lost in the clouds. A wing was torn from the plane when found and the engine buried in the ground. Later Ek ins was found dead in the cockpit.
In Melbourne a special sub committee of the Premiers conference will meet tomorrow to consider the amalgamation of the New South Wales State Savings Bank with the Commonwealth Bank and related litigation between the Commonwealth and state governments. The committee includes Scullin Lang and Hill, Premier of South Australia.
Melbourne reports show new player 2741 Lindrum in play with breaks of 162 and 62 as the latest billiard scores.
At a NSW Traders Association dinner in Sydney Melbourne goods shift due to high taxes and limited local work. George Wohl warns against ongoing drain while Sir Philip Game touts NSW potential and optimistic future. He argues NSW can meet public needs if costs drop, amid global shortages.
Heavy rain spreading toward inland river catchments in central and southern New is likely to trigger flood alerts. Officials warn of rising water levels and possible evacuation advisories as rainfall intensifies this week.
Local rugby league selects Leslie Moore known as Ock te to serve as playing coach for Inverell teams. Moore, Balmain first grade half back, arrives after four seasons with Balmain and past roles as vice captain in 1928. He has played in Newcastle Cow Wegga More and Brisbane matches and once led a reserve grade side to victory. Moore held off offers from country towns to finish inter-state matches in Sydney.
Brussels report quotes Professor Piccard on aviation progress after the balloon exploits. He states the next advancement could push speed to 400 miles per hour, with aircraft entering the stratosphere. He argues for further research and investment to achieve this breakthrough.
About 700 workers at the Liliwow state colliery ceased work in protest over the dismissal of a mine supervisor. The stoppage follows a dispute within the mine management and labor ranks. No injuries reported.
A worker at Mewrarlie Charles corrugating plant in Newcastle had his arm torn off at the elbow. He was taken to hospital in a critical condition, with fears of further amputation.
A fragmented forecast indicates cloudy conditions with frost overnight. Northern and eastern districts expect more snow while southern highlands may see less, with strong winds from the southwest turning to fine elsewhere.
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