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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 20, 1952
Page
1
Inverell Chamber of Commerce sent a telegram to Minister for Public Works J. B. Renshaw seeking a deputation during his visit. They aim to discuss transport, road and rail issues, and the Transport Act specifics with Renshaw or Premier, noting possible arrangements for a very brief or extended meeting.
Forecast shows a few showers in the southern corner and isolated localities with highlands expected. Clear to mild elsewhere with a cold night bringing widespread frosts especially in the alps and highlands. Tomorrow turns good to mild with light to moderate winds from the west and south east.
The Minister for Public Works and Assistant Minister for Local Government J B Renshaw will visit Inverell and Ashford tomorrow. Col M F Bruxner MLA accompanies him. A deputation from Inverell Chamber of Commerce may meet him before departure. In Ashford, a sports day and official dinner are planned with interviews available at the Council Chambers.
Weather notes no rain at Toeerell post office for 24 hours and a return to normal winter temperatures. A mill accident in Byron Street injured a worker’s left fingers. Reports from London note five British troops killed and two wounded in central Siam, with terrorists and civilians casualties.
The speaker defended state support for soldier settlement, rebutting Hawkins's claim that soldiers would be settled this year. He noted the state’s loan program reached a record 14 million, 66 percent higher than 1810s previous peak, with Labour Party allocations discussed despite the large loan for state activities.
The text describes work on a proposed developmental road known as Road to Ranger's Valley. It notes difficulties crossing creeks in dry and wet weather, a five mile section, and a proposal to approach the Department of Lands for a proclamation of development and potential grants. Recommendations were adopted on motion.
The 4.5. W. N. Prices Minister Finnan refused a Inverell Chamber of Commerce request for a uniform petrol price across Australia. The Inverell group supported by the Warlord and other chambers sought equal pricing through local members. Mr J D A Roberta reported he contacted MLA Crawford with a similar request via a letter from the Inverell Chamber.
Informed sources say Australian and British consultations aim to boost meat production in Northern Australia and attract British capital and equipment. Officials anticipate no immediate targets but expect accelerated long term projects discussed since October after Menzies visit to London.
At the 1953 Inverell Show a £50 prize will be awarded to the horse that breaks the current mile record on the track. A subcommittee proposed extra funds to attract higher class trotters, with a potential £100 trophy for the record and additional money from local supporters to boost the event.
Two youths William Richey and Larry Sopher, aged 17 and 16, stole a small plane and flew for about four miles before crashing near Abingdon. The craft clipped tree tops and a porch, then settled in a pasture. both boys emerged unharmed and were charged with stealing the airplane.
Haddad, remanded from Ashford Court to Sydney, faced a charge of receiving stolen property. He appeared before Mr Sollita, BM, Fa, with a further remand ordered and a Sydney appearance planned.
Officials plan a conference of Commonwealth Ministers around late November to early December. It will examine concrete terms for government measures on meat and dairy production, capital goods, steel, railways, and shipping Australia’s food under wartime conditions.
The War Orphans Adoption Scheme continues to catch on with several firms in Inverell. The plan is a simple practical way to assist Legacy in the north west. A collection of weekly contributions is arranged between firms and supporters. Interested firms may contact Mr A Towner after 6 pm or treasurer Mr A Mathieson at Queenslot Insurance for details.
Ottawa report quotes Field Marshal Lord Alexander warning that a call for a voice in the Korean truce could disrupt armistice efforts. He notes U S officials focus on current situation while Britain contemplates implications for East Asia diplomacy.
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