01 Mar 1929
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 01, 1929
Page
1
A cluttered advertisement touts stationery sets, pens, and writing gear alongside a varied books selection. It praises quality paper, stylish desk items, and themed bundles for kids and adults, urging readers to buy now with low prices and broad choice.
The Federal Boilermakers' Union plans a three month conference in Sydney to push trade groups toward anti war action. Officials expect significant delegate turnout and broad support from interwoven labor networks amid rising tensions and calls for stringent penalties.
Friday report from Papemnatta details a fire with injury to property. Witness Mio Welsh testified she personally witnessed Hewii to be the property owner’s claim and described threats and phone tampering. The coroner’s inquest adjourned as confusion over motive and suspect continued.
Forty year old James Gale was found unconscious near a vacant lot after an assault at a Melbuckle station. He lay on the ground with injuries to head and spine as bystanders called for help. Police traced a suspect described asTeal Teen who fled with tin wares and a crabbed machine water through nearby streets.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference Afghanistan figures and places with garbled terms. Mentions of attack and recovery are unclear, with multiple misread names and scattered nouns. The fragment lacks coherent events or identifiable entities to summarize.
A garbled OCR snippet mentions a gramophone, jazz, and favorite pieces. It references Burge's and a Fancy Stationery Department, suggesting a shop offering records and related items.
Forecast SYMNEN expects rain in eastern areas with scattered thunderstorms in western districts. Heavier falls and potential floods are likely on the northern and central coast. Southerly winds reach strong to gale in those coastal zones.
Sheffield Shield match report notes weather disruption and a five wicket haul by a bowler from WA, with South Australia posting a score and key partnerships. Players Wathen and White are mentioned. race notes and field conditions affect play as rain limits overs.
Sydney Friday Minister for Justice Mr Lee spoke at a farewell dinner to the Utrican Consul General before his trip to Italy. He noted the friendly Telatons between Italy and Australia and mused that Australia might benefit from a Mussolini type leader, potentially if that leader were Premier Mr Havin.
An anonymous Methodist in Auckland New Zealand donated £11000 for relief of families of deceased ministers. Funds aim to support supernumerary and lay members in needy circumstances due to sickness and age.
Two brothers Allan and Keith Pearte of Glenerchy are believed drowned in the Derwent River near Hobart on Friday. Their ages are two years apart. Local authorities and family await further details as search efforts continue.
A mass meeting of railway workers opposes a return to a 48 hour week. The gathering pledged strong support for the men and warned of drastic action if the proposal goes ahead.
Melbourne police reported a car overturning near Kew on Friday resulting in one death and one injury. Names and exact circumstances remain unclear amid the scrambled OCR text.
The Flower Garden exhibition in Inverell impressed growers from Glewstone and Guyra with blooms described as unequaled by New England friends. Mr A B Steelamy, a noted horticulturist and judge, believes local drivers can compete with Glen Innes and Armidale. He donates a prize for a district competition at the next show to stimulate interest among Inverell gardeners. With good water, Inverell could stage an exhibit worthy of rivalry with Glen Innes and Guyra.
Pits on the Northern fields will close at three this afternoon following disputed action. About 10440 men will be thrown out of employment and a further 300 will lose their jobs. Pit ponies will be brought to the surface and workers ordered to remove tools. Mr G J Davies of the Miners Federation denounced the owners for closing the pits.
Police arrested a man in Brisbane on Friday over the death of Mr. Tusties Srumm who died from injuries after a tramcar incident. No charges were filed yet as the investigation continues.
Heavy rain fell across the region yesterday as a cyclone disturbance moved through coastal areas. Murwillumbah recorded 42 points while Tweed Heads tallied notable precipitation in a unsettled weather pattern.
A fragmented note from Melbourne describes a Trades Hall meeting where a proposal to protest the prosecution of a secretary named Mr Fite Potloway was discussed. The discussion ended in defeat and the plan shifted to Sunday action.
Arafara's cow near Sandy Cape reports worsening conditions as the Area dara writes of rapidly rising weather. Sheltering and services are discussed as possible aid for the stranded herd.
Guwes and faayder elnre guneils join to build a cement crossing over Gwadi at Copetorn as water levels rise. Work to start soon with cement arriving, but current conditions delay operations. Locals mention Cope's Creek crossing as key route to Inverell and recall prior trips to Fig Hole and Sandy Beach for picnics, noting a changed mood after past issues.
In Melbourne at Central Criminal Court Tim O Connell Alexander Melver and Francis Delaney were found guilty and sentenced to 15 years each. Norman Mc Iver and Stankey Willian were acquitted. O Connell denounced the plot as diabolical and vowed justice over mercy as the Chief Justice noted the crime’s callous premeditation and disregard for life.
A Maltese report outlines a contested custody of influence within the church state. Key figures include Father Marta, Malik Miratet, and Lord Smelelem's ally, with tensions over a Febrile departure and a violent incident involving Lord Steleklont.
A freight train with thirty wagons derailed near Westport Stecktu l tramway line after its engine ran amok at about sixty miles an hour. Several miners on board were injured, with one reported seriously. Workers front on the train coordinated efforts as the derailment occurred a quarter mile from the derailment site.
Markets report ex Sydney wheat at 4b per bushel and tin at 30/7 per unit. Produce rates show butter 200/74 per cwt, onions and other items with varied Victorian prices. wheat listed around 4/0, lucerne and barley also noted with specific shilling values.
In darkness due to a workers strike Broken EGY remains without power. At the hospital authorities discharge sixteen patients as hurricane hamps are weeded. The strike has seriously dislocated trade in the movement.
The Inverell Jockey Club show meeting began this afternoon amid dull conditions and will conclude tomorrow. Read about the opening handicap results and the leading horses, including Dream Phantom Repartee and Sally Byron, with times and distances noted as press time approached.
A foggy fragment reports a popular cricketer linked to a White tour in Australia. The note mentions a fee in pounds and an excursion dated Thursday, with unclear details about Soneret or related teams and venues.
London reports from Thursday note an Adelaide born man in 1873 lacking a birth certificate due to no registrar. Friix Alexander Hieder mann faced a 20 fine at Bournemouth for failing to supply Aliens Act particulars. He was not interned during the war though treated as a German subject. Berightom’s case shows unregistered parents in Adelaide in 1873 and ongoing naturalisation absence.
A lorry overturned after rain struck the roadway near Lidcombie late Friday night. Driver Lanter Rowlew was killed and passenger Charles Seater was injured. Authorities believe Rowley lost control of the steering gear amid the weather.
The Timber Merhama Aashtratinon announces a Monday ballot among timber workers amid arbitration related reductions. Secretare Cork notes a quiet mood as many adult workers face wage cuts by a week after the arbitration decision.
Sydney, Friday: France Rowley died in a motor smash at Athan lhet night. He was brother to Nola Rowles whose body was found on New Year s Eve at Fete Print, Ratesoeutea.
Two Fresc Mery were co tamping the Parks to Saigon when their craft crashed 1000 miles from Range. The brig and the mechanic were lightly injured. Villagers aided the trdls and assisted the injured.
The town and district prepare exhibits and promotions for February events. Cansdell’s offers new frocks, millinery, hosiery, Kayser gloves, stylish bags and dress accessories with sunshades from 11 each. Men’s wear features Stetson and other brands, shirts in various colors, socks in silk and wool, collars from Pelaco and Top Dog, plus a Smart Set neckwear range.
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