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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1932
Page
1
Canberra message reports Queensland Premier Forgan-Smith endorsing Lyons plan at the Premiers' Conference. The conference reaffirms aims to meet all liabilities, cut deficits, reduce public debt, revive industry, and pursue a coherent economic program.
Sydney, Wednesday 13. A Waldron was further cross examined by Mr Curia for Dr Wall as the Goode Inquiry resumed. The witness said he had suggested Breley to Dr O Connor to squeeze Dr Wail, but denied making such a statement. The proceedings clarified the witness did not know of the suggestion.
Naval Melbourne reports the permanent artillery garrison at Thursday Island, tasked to guard Darwin air supply stores, will be relocated to the mainland soon. The move aims to bolster naval protection and logistics.
In a bankruptcy hearing the Register Mr N C Lockhard further proved Mrs Amie Belin Edols financial dealings. Percy McConnell testified he met Edols in 1924 and later loaned £2900 in 1939 after she claimed she would donate money and repay debts.
A monoplane VL, U.S.U., passed over the town heading south to north, thought to be en route from Sidney to Brisbane. Few realised it was the famed Southern Cross and the pilot Sir Charles Kingsford-Smith.
Prices ruled at Sussex Street markets in Sydney with figures for wheat, butter, cheese, honey, meat, and lucerne. Ranges show wheat from 21 to 32 pence, butter around 7 to 12 pence, cheese and meat values vary, lucerne listed at 26 pence.
At Perth Criminal Court Narawarra an aborigine was sentenced to death for the willful murder of Thomas Wall, a seven year old prospector near Laverton. Evidence shows Wall was killed after a dispute over tobacco and food, with the body and weapon later found in a shaft. the court noted the sentence is unlikely to be carried out.
Capitol management reports strong support for the popular girl contest to raise funds for the hospital. Twelve candidates started. on Saturday one will be eliminated leaving seven prize-winners. By the last count Mist Singleton led, with Mite Ford second and Miss OShaughnessy third, followed by Casey Thiresky Rowland and Hardy in prize positions.
The Sydney market to day showed scarce sellers and cautious buyers with bulk wheat at 23 1 4d for prompt delivery and bagged wheat weak at 4d. Shippers priced growers’ lots at 21d bagged and 30d bulk, while overseas London and Liverpool markets were steadier with Australian wheat largely for feed.
The Sydney market lists tin at 23 2 per unit today with quotations showing the current price level for industrial buyers. Markets and dealers monitor steady demand as supply lines tighten.
In Berlin a broad graft scheme saw officials receive gifts and favors to influence contracts and races. The Enmiro brothers Leo and Will Sklar were sentenced to four years, with the city losing half a million sterling. Ten municipal officers received three to eighteen months.
Mr. J. M. Strachan of Strachan and Company Limited warns Melbourne wool traders the industry faces its most serious position in history. He cites falling prices as external, but says timely remedial steps by growers could avert a collapse and severe losses to Australia.
England beat India at Lord's by 158 runs in a drawn reporter style summary of the test, with batsmen such as Jardine and Robins contributing and bowlers Nissar, Khan and Bowes among the wicket takers as India collapsed in their innings.
The Inverell Golf Club named players for the Truecell course and Fitchardson Cup clashes. Captains FW Edwards, R P Handev, and E Pillans led president and secretary teams, who last Thursday battled to a win by four matches to one and a half. Associates’ trophy entries and rostered players also listed with several members named.
A man broke into the Bank of Australasia on Castlereagh Street and was surprised by a tenant in the Tarperia Arcade. He fled but was chased and handed over to police with a complete burglary kit found on him.
Exchange of proposals leaves negotiators gridlocked as the conference stalls with no breakthrough in sight. Delegations from key parties press for concessions while observers warn of a possible collapse of the talks.
Australian Crawford defeats England's Perry in a tightly contested consolation singles at Wimbledon. He then cruises in mixed doubles by ousting Allison and Helen Jacobs, while Vines, Maier, and Satah post uneven quarterfinal scores.
At Victoria Park race meeting results show Our Spree and Pacofield among winners in various divisions. Key placings include Little Girl Getaway Betting and Gold Money in maiden events, with Westwake Sidras Pasquinade noted in second division and The Prow Grand Hock in third division. Scratches included Lari Tap Simba Weelee and Normandy.
W C Thompson MHR writes to the Times explaining he cannot accept a £100 bequest from Hector Nall McLern due to a constitutional rule prohibiting federal members from accepting financial benefits beyond statutory allowances. Executors are asked to retain the amount for the estate. Crown Law officers endorse the action.
Sir Arthur Cocks of the Citizens Reform Association urges the government to promptly consider altering city alderman voting rights. He argues rate payers contributing about 180 million in valuations are overwhelmed by immigrant voters.
A state government committee tasked with aiding women, girls, and boys discussed an employment scheme for unemployed typists. The plan aims to create opportunities as part of a broader civic effort.
The Sydney forecast for the next twenty four hours calls for clearing showers on the north coast with otherwise fine weather. Cold nights with severe frosts and morning fogs in eastern districts. Fresh southerly winds on the north coast, otherwise light variable winds tending northerly inland.
In Hartley's Sports Depot on Plinders Street Melbourne a 26 year old Herbert Linlery of Hawkesdale turned a rifle on himself after asking a salesman to show a high velocity rifle. The weapon discharged a cartridge into his heart and he died within minutes. Police say a telegram to his brother implying premeditation was sent the previous day.
Long talks with the Commonwealth Unemployed Council in New South Wales lead to a recommendation to the Federal Treasurer for an £840 grant to Inverell Municipal Council, with £220 local addition, total £1056 for pipe culverts and iron stone gravel roads in McTn yre Street West William Street Wynne Street and Stirling Street. Work set to begin Monday. registered men urged to contact the Municipal Council.
Delegates from other states withdraw citing bias toward Victorian interests as the Australian Air Convention opens. The conference ultimately approves proxy voting for the meeting.
An Inverell winter sale promotes top coats and warm wear from Can Dell’s with phrases about cold months and persistent westerly winds. Items include wool and reed fabrics priced to attract shoppers.
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