20 Mar 1931
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 20, 1931
Page
1
Fragmented OCR details a London wool sale highlight with improvements and multiple race-like results. Readers note fair attendance, open handicaps, maiden events, and various named entries and performers across the meeting.
A steamer of about 10 000 tons ran aground near Leeliffs in the far north of Europe during a gale. Heavy seas pounded the vessel into pieces. An officer swam ashore with a light life jacket and 66 passengers and crew were saved. Six died. Five survivors walked through a snow storm to a village, where another perished.
Fragmentary forecast mentions unsettled conditions and winds. References to coast regions and weekend outlook suggest changing weather with possible rain and coastal effects. Details are corrupted, but emphasis remains on unsettled skies and north to south coastal impacts.
Fragmentary report notes a movement involving Bydeny and Priday extending advisory council influence. The text references Council and government actions with unclear details and several garbled names. No clear dates, places, or outcomes are discernible from the readable fragments.
A fragmented report from Sydney outlines a somber inquiry into a tragic death. Details are incomplete with garbled names and places, but reference to a spousal loss and a long, troubling incident appears central to the tale.
Ambiguous wartime dispatch reports militant soldiers proposing rebellion in Perth. The Blue Executive of Cue Return and Solatery Longue declined summons for a convention to widen action. A corps member claims thousands could aid overthrow of Parliament and install dictatorships while General Monash opposes personal views. Parliament remains under ministerial responsibility to the people.
A historic Adelaide gathering heard Premier Hill threatened with expulsion amid a heated debate. Attorney and officials outlined the process as a vote on expulsion looms, with attendees urged to weigh the risks and stakes.
In Perth Western Australia two four year old brothers climbed a riverbank when a large hawk swooped down and seized the elder by the back. The boy suffered deep wounds as the bird fought to free itself. The hawk was later shot to end the attack.
In Sydney at Balmoral Baths on Friday, endurance swimmer Katerina Nehun set a world record by staying in the water for an extended period. The event, described as a long seam of 72 hours, saw Nehun enter the water and reportedly endure conditions similar to a week-long session.
A severe cloudburst inundated Arden town causing extensive water depths in streets and shops along the western side toward Grim. Homes and businesses faced flooding with inland areas submerged to dangerous levels. residents reported disrupted travel and damaged property.
At Rosehill, a chaotic lineup of races includes Nursery Handicaps with horses such as Maybe, Alivia, and Topical in the NURSERY HANDICAP divisions. Other events feature the RAWSON STAKES, RAILWAY HANDICAP, ROSEHILL AUTUMN HANDICAP, and THREE AND FOUR YEAR-OLD HANDICAP with a crowded field and a mix of notable entrants. The Parramatta Mile loom appears with Rug Boy and Greenwild among contenders.
Fragmentary text describes a troubling mountain incident with references to suffering and search efforts. The readable parts mention tense conditions, a reopening day, and attempts to recover at a difficult altitude, but many details remain unclear.
Melbourne report details a fatal road incident involving a priest and an Albion resident, with claimed involvement by a driver identified through local context. The piece notes connections to prominent figures, including a chief justice, and mentions a five year period of memory or penalty.
A steamship voyage involving Sir Hubert Wilkins encountered a severe snowstorm forcing the Nautilus to seek refuge in Claymont Delaware and then return to its base after departing Philadelphia on Tuesday. The event disrupted personnel and schedule with no appearance of the fruitmutrine.
Fragmentary OCR text shows references to Mr Lyons and a new party, mentioning Lyons who is an MP. Content is garbled but hints at a political shift or fusion attempt, with unclear details about aims or outcomes and no clear dates or places beyond Launcerton.
The wheat market in Sydney was quiet with limited activity. Prices showed small advances but buyers displayed little interest, while sellers offered lightly and some cargoes from South Australia were bid but not heavily pursued.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a promotional note from Paris about a sale campaign. Mentions slogans and advertising across borders and hints at a theatrical or trade advertisement. Details are garbled but imply a world spread marketing effort and a curiosity about the public reception.
A vague report indicates the crew named Discovery returned in good health. Sir Douglas Mawson and all members of the expedition reportedly went to the sea of health and initial status remained positive.
London reports on Thursday naming Heungeford Stutthy as the main recipient of the SeBrave memoria trophy for an outstanding display in land, air, and water transport demonstrations. Brian Appomptishing is noted for activities aboard the Atlantic Hight.
A pilot officer named David Angell was killed in a Royal Air Force plane incident near London. The report notes a military aviation accident on Thursday with limited readable details from the damaged text.
In London a wool sales report shows strong competition with numerous offerings including 2808 roe and 1172 NW. Market notes indicate a high percentage of bidders from Western Australia and Queensland with several consignors named in the fragmentary listing. The text is garbled but signals robust activity and notable prices despite unclear details.
A London train disaster on January 1 near Caria killed three passengers and injured many as it derailed after speeding. The Coroner's jury found the driver Eskdale negligent and he was committed for trial.
The Metropolitan AGP conference amended Empire day celebrations and the weekly unity pledge and flag saluting in schools. One speaker, Lord Badin Powell, urged participation in the welcome ceremony for the chief executive.
Ambiguous OCR text reports a factional clash over constitutional authority as Lang political opponents challenge the government. The piece hints at plans to resist a proposed repudiation and asserts the governor may wield full powers, signaling a constitutional crisis amid parliamentary maneuvering.
A fragmented exhortation urges inoculation against financial despair through confidence and action. It emphasizes individual effort, optimistic resolve, and practical support from Sterling Services offering reasonable prices to fit the community’s needs.
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