21 Jun 1937
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 21, 1937
Page
1
North Pole airmen from New York with a crew including Tren ttiondan Aleman and Chakalov faced a forced landing due to a broken pipe and fuel concerns near Vancouver. They landed after midday, endured sleepless hours, and had 750 miles of fuel left, exceeding the distance to San Francisco by 80 miles.
Sydney on Monday reports a Royal Bank? Bold Cur ventcy Exchange in Martin Place had its window smashed last night and jewellery worth several pounds stolen. Mr Judan MP, awaiting home travel in Martin Place, found the scene as the shop displayed a costly break in. The damaged pane faced the opposite side display. Loot estimated at around £100.
An avalanche near Simla overwhelmed a German mission party. Porters were killed or injured while the expedition leader Wieser escaped, as authorities began rescue and inquiry efforts.
In New York a deadly clash at Republic Steel plant near Youngstown left one strik er killed and many injured. Police and strike sympathisers fought for hours as 260 officers confronted around 5000 workers in a three hour gun battle amid tense urban unrest.
In Sydney a conference of Federal and State readers forecast the federal elections in October. Labor was tipped to gain eight more seats in the House of Representatives. Mr Beasley, M P, asserted monetary reform and national defence would feature prominently in Labor policy.
A meeting of shearers heard a motion to reject the current rate of 3 26 shillings per 100 sheep and to press for an increase to 3 76 per 100. The motion passed by 18 votes to 10, signaling a demand for higher pay in the industry.
Police report a grim Ourimbah case where a father allegedly killed his family and himself during a violent attack. Mis Lang and Miss Lovin were among the victims. the house showed fatal blows and the scene awaited removal by authorities.
Nearly eight inches of rain drenched the Upper Cordeaux catchment over the week end. Water production at the main Cordeaux dam was affected as pools rose and spillways operated. Local authorities warned of possible supply impacts alongside continued weather monitoring.
A motor vehicle crash near Wellington leaves two dead. The incident involves a Pather and Son car and a Larry entity, with lingering unclear details and names obfuscated in the OCR. Authorities reported the collision and began investigations.
Unsettled weather continues with intermittent rain and heavy showers likely. Expect northern to southern pockets of rain, with possible river impacts and breezy southerly winds along the coast.
A restricted migrant escaped from the steamship Brandon while docked at Port Kembla with a wheat cargo bound for England. A wide police search is underway. the captain had signed a bond for £100, and authorities cite crew and soldiers in the period’s conflicts as context.
The Homebush fat stock sale notes weaker demand with cattle and sheep showing lower bids. Cattle sold between 5 to 12 pounds per head, cows higher at 9 to 12, while best beer quality items carried a premium. Sheep averaged around 18 pounds per head with wethers and ewes trading near mid-teens and lambs around 40 to 27 pounds.
Civilians flee Bilbao amid widespread destruction after Franco loyalists drive through the city. Rebels and militia clash near the Nervion river as residents crowd to safety and temporary bridges are repaired. Tens of thousands become refugees while authorities assess damage and the line of control shifts.
Weather officials warn of a severe cyclone approaching Sydney after heavy weekend rains broke a long drought. River conditions worsen south of the city as the Warragamba and Nepean rivers surge, with some bridges closed and homes at risk on higher ground while most residents remain safe.
The judge in probate grants leave to swear Lo to death of Norindit Stanley Farr a watchmaker at Drum moynie. In June 104 he left Sydney for Queenland with a day lover, telling family he would travel to Japan. Since then Farr has not been heard of.
Heavy seas and stormy harbour conditions force the suspension of the Manly to Sydney ferry service. Thousands of residents travel by car and other vehicles while the harbour bridge traffic increases. Officials expect a resumption only when conditions improve according to the signal station report.
Paris reports Prime Minister M. Blum resigns after the finance bill failure in the Senate. He convened the cabinet in Paris and stepped down following the defeat, signaling a shift in government leadership amid political turmoil.
The record lists withdrawals and prize numbers for the 424th Coonamble First Prize No 40R2 and Second Prize No 61013 with syndicate names Bonn and Lucky Cord. Third prize No BORG and related names are shown. Lottery No 435 will be drawn on Pridey with local residents including Mr Freeman of Manly noted.
Mrs Putnam of Singapore reports a tense incident with two commercial pilots after photographing a KLM plane in Bonkkok. She aims to reach Darwin on Tuesday.
SIR JAMES BARRIE estate valued at a record £400,000 with British author Shidemex Barrie named as heir. The report notes the large fortune and anticipates the estate's final valuation and settlement.
At Rosehill, Tapestry ridden by J O Sullivan won the Micely sprint amid a chaotic field. Finishing near the lead were Tan dry in second and Baturds third as betting odds shifted across the heavy track conditions.
The note records a unit price quote for Sydney item with reference to timing and price details. No clear entities or events are confirmed beyond the quoted price and date notation.
Market report from Sussex Street Sydney notes varied consignments and prices. Listed items include butter, honey, oats, wheat, lucerne, and water, with quantities and prices obscured by OCR. mentions several goods and weights, indicating a snapshot of daily trade conditions.
A man in Sydney Monty Ward was trapped under a wardrobe in Kemstreet City for at least 24 hours after a dressing gown got caught. He survived with serious injuries and was admitted to Nowphal hospital in critical condition. Ambulance and police reported bruises and winded injuries but could not interview the victim. The incident remains under investigation.
Two fires erupted aboard the Burun Philother Macdhin off New Guinea yesterday. The Neplunn is expected to arrive today as authorities assess damage. Passengers initially rushed to the boat but were urged to return to safety while natives went ashore amid the peril.
A fragmentary report covers the Doomben Cup with First Buzzard prevailing from Black Laughter in a bold effort. Os Ulm, the favourite, and other runners like Mybst Dighlena Valley Moraban and Wins her are listed among placings and betting hints, with terse results and odds scattered throughout.
A motor boat named Muckbul is being towed into Salamanca by Hume Crit woplan eer for repairs after a fire. Neptunia passengers were transferred ashore as firefighters worked, with the vessel expected to reach Balamanga soon for further operations and assessments.
Market notes show a quiet wheat session with bulk parcels tied and bids lower. Traders report prices around fifty four with sellers cautious amid thin demand and muted activity across the grain floor.
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