09 Mar 1934
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 09, 1934
Page
1
An unclear Friday fragment from Bidney mentions Peter at a location and time with incomplete wording. The readable portion references a person named Peter and an advisory or event noted by local editors, but the exact details and context remain unreadable.
London wool sales on Thursday featured offerings from Queensland Victoria Western Australia South Australia Tasmania and Baaland. Prices and lots included 580 from Queensland 335 from Victoria 405 from Western Australia and 348 from South Australia with a total around 5009 frames noted. Wind market notes and miscellaneous entries appear but details are unclear.
A wartime inquiry in Sydney considers the role of soldiers and mortgagees in the wheat trade. GM Bally of Forbes testifies that many wheat growers faced pressure while a farmer named Liman notes the majority kept land during the emergency. The testimony highlights creditor concerns and the need for evidence in the inquiry.
Grahem Adolphine Chaplin, 33, jailed three years for stealing £1680 worth of hospital department fittings while employed at the Imperial General Hospitals. Percival Jack Davis, 24, received one year nine months for admitting to taking £900 knowing it was stolen. Albert Mehrvine, 48, jailed for harbouring Chaplin and knowing of the theft.
A reported accident at the Tivoli Theater involved Maurice Booklyn and a filming crew. The event caused a brief delay as crew members attended to an injury described as a shoulder wound amid ongoing stage work and camera setup.
Market notes from Sussex Street Market Sydney with scattered text about potatoes and local vendors. Fragmentary names and figures appear, including references to locations, items, and partial prices, lacking clear context or complete sentences.
Sydney forecast shows a mix of sun and clouds with warm values and a potential west to southwest breeze. Expect a cooler evening with a chance of light showers in the late night hours and a high near the upper twenties.
Fragmented OCR reads indicate a state lottery mention with names like Sydney and Wilson and prize notes. The garbled text references draws, prizes including a fourth prize, and an upcoming draw scheduled for Monday.
Sydney Friday report details a robbery tied to a morphine addict, Neale Sell, 24, with evidence from the prison event on Grage Street. The accused allegedly demanded drugs during the incident, displaying a weapon and provoking a tense confrontation.
Telegramic report notes Japan to build extra vessels after the second replenishment program to counter America. Estimated total harm shows Japan with 150 ships and 1 198 240 tons, while the United States is alleged to have comparable tonnage.
Crowds witness the wedding of Prince Sigvant of Sweden to Misa Pulzek daughter of a German merchant. The ceremony is marked by disorder and confusion as the crowd swells outside, with reports of forfeit throne claims and royal tradition amid a strained reception.
A Wellington court fined Edward James Welie Stetha for contempt of court. The lae public notice states a fine of 100 pounds plus costs was imposed, with the court ordering payment within a set period. The brief entry notes the defendant faced a contempt charge and a monetary penalty.
Sydney reports a lull in the wheat market with few offers and limited bidding. Buyers remained cautious as price ranges showed small shifts, while overseas markets echoed quiet conditions with limited demand from Argentina and Germany. Local sentiment favored steady to modestly firmer tones in some spots despite the overall calm.
Sydney on Friday reports a deliberate arson attempt at a cottage causing a fire amid damaged foliage on Minnosa Street Beuiey. Mrs Freese notes the suspect failed to complete the act, with an explosion damaging a side wall and partial collapse of the building.
The report lists multiple teams and players in a pennant bowls match with clubs and personnel names. It notes participation by the Myer rink and others, plus reference to Australian championships at Adelaide where teams won initial heats and tied mid competition.
A historical auction report details bids on various Merino sheep and wethers at Manilla. Prices reach high figures for stud stock, with numerous lots described by age, fleece, and conditioning. The record notes strong demand from northern buyers and multiple breed types, including crossbred ewes and lambs in forward market condition.
Fonuntesa Couey and M Botley report on rain collection by the Ten terfield Py A and Insurer paatast ral. The article references 32 parts of rain being gathered between the first and second days of the show, outlining weather observations and related activities.
Berlin reports reduced working hours and wage adjustments as government aims to curb unemployment. The measure affects key sectors including farming, industry, and services, with implications for 4 million workers and rising joblessness in some regions. The plan seeks to preserve employment while easing labor strain.
NSW figures discuss a proposed fuel policy linking to unions, aiming for a working agreement. Key names include Patday Sydney and Milwo, with references to Newnes leadership and fuel output, suggesting cautious optimism for a stable plan and resumed operations.
Lord Baden Powell, chief scout, left hospital in London on Thursday after a period of convalescence. He announced plans to visit Australia in November and expressed cautious optimism about his health progressing.
In Belgrade on Thursday the Staviski case provoked a sensational standoff as former Minister of Communications Bratich accuses Minister Radlyojiviten of corrupt dealings with Preneh firms tied to railway contracts. Three billion liri are said to be involved. Stativeh’s charges target a secret meeting between the Prime Minister and a minister over wartime finance and contracts. The Prime Minister Usénovitch defends the finances as borrowing related, not personal honesty.
Sydney sale notes show 24106 sheep and lambs penned with limited prime quality. Prices edged lower for bullocks and cows. top figures included steers around £210 and sows priced near £3. The report records varied weights and returns amid fluctuating demand.
Country subscribers receive a revised timetable for Inverell and surrounding areas. The schedule lists delivery times and connections for towns including Ashford, Bundarra, Gilgak, Wollersim, and Copeton with departures on Mondays Wednesdays Thursdays and Saturdays.
An embassy activist staged a muted protest in New York against a production satirizing Hitler. The German government contends the trial and parody breach diplomatic norms and polices the portrayal of the regime.
Inverell firemen led by Lawrence Weymse and A McLane travel to Newcastle for the annual Fire Brigade drill from Tuesday the 19th through Saturday of next week. The event features the Ane emicioney shield for the winning brigade and is funded by local charitable socials and euchre parties.
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