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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1951
Page
4
Inverell faces a call to better appreciate its municipal library, with a push to increase public use and democratic involvement. The Inverell Library Committee has extended hours to improve access, urging town residents to support and engage with the institution that serves readers, students, and professionals alike.
Fragmented OCR text describes power supply, committees, and public works related to Howell Mine. Mentions CMU and local officials, extended discussions of funding, maintenance, and infrastructure, with scattered notes on city, county, and industrial energy matters.
Weather warnings delay travel as rain disrupts schedules. The article notes tram operations hindered by wet conditions and mentions a community meeting of members of the High School Band on Tuesday July 3rd with hopeful attendance.
The Sears Pe po Band led by Mr. J Gar annus reports attendance at Christmas and Easter curtailed by senior member losses. A Scottish Ball yielded poor profits to fund pipe major Stewart, while a Christmas tree for families and several dances supported patriotic causes. Drum Major Ryle and Secretary Baron organized duties. officers include Mrs 0 Lin as president and Mr D Prater as treasurer.
An aged man was found dead in Rilloun Lane vestry after a recent conflict. Local authorities began an inquiry to identify the decedent and determine the cause, with neighbors providing scant personal details.
Personal paragraphs recount residents and events including Belle Horton at Albion All District Hospital, a church wedding to be held at St Augustine's with Rewina Bonnie Mannell and William Walter Goretisef, bridesmaids Alberta Mannell and Len Soretern, and reception at Granville Street. Also mentions Maguire family returning from Taree, and various social notices about residents, engagements, and retirements in the Inverell area.
In Inverell the branch criticized the W G U over proposed wool price schemes and urged government action. The secretary pressed for a head at Inverell for the coming harvest and for national silo space. The meeting discussed land transfers and a lands tax abolition with local support noted.
The company outlines a major whale oil project on the east coast with a proposed capital of £100,000 and a Byron Bay site near the jetty and rail facilities. A spokesman cites favorable conditions and a two year research program into whaling operations, supported by Federal Director of Fisheries F F Anderson. Local directors, including W A Bale and others, seek permission for the capital and site development at Byron Bay despite regulatory hurdles.
A lengthy letter discusses the value of a Wardry ram for the Inglewood stud and Inverell district, noting a sale price range of 1000 to 1500 guineas and the ram’s expected impact on lambing in September. The writer also critiques town development and local governance amid broader regional growth.
A fragmented report records a community gathering at a hospital and a memorial for several individuals including Miss Mupeuret Con and Mr Collie of Rowlerteie. It notes a funeral week, a dance, and a reception with local officials in attendance. The piece hints at regional ties to Tenterfield and New England districts and mentions a long residence of about forty years.
In Inverell the weather moved from cool to mild after a brief cold spell. Temperature readings varied with highs near 43 degrees and mornings around 33 to 36 degrees, indicating a gradual warming trend after days of low temperatures.
Auctioneers advertise a dispersal sale listing 180 head of fat sheep, high-grade Guernsey cattle, pesters, and complete farming and household items. The auctioneer Mr Alexell conducts the sale tomorrow at 10 am with the full listing in the advertising columns.
A reader letter discusses global wheat production and consumption. It questions US and world supplies, price control, and the impact of open markets on farmers, urging reflection on how future supply and demand will affect domestic agriculture.
Council considers government costs for rural school electricity with debate on funding levels. Members discuss amending finance committee recommendations and notes on staff shortages at Tamworth and Maree power stations amid ongoing district challenges.
A city and district wide power update notes delays in steel deliveries for the Moree substation and ongoing reconstruction of Inverell lines. It details progress on new substations at Evans Shert and Warialda, rural connections, pole delivery, and ongoing transformer preparations as the region advances its energy network.
The new roster system will be available on Sunday at Willdite Viviau Street. Officials urge staff to review the schedule and ensure all entries are up to date ahead of the rollout.
The Inverell dealer Mir Diblin demonstrates the 1951 Ford V8 Custom sedan and utility, highlighting smoother ride, wider and longer body, improved front end, and advanced suspension. The piece notes strong local interest, a possible pending demand, and Ford Australia’s broader program to widen production and models.
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