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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 05, 1925
Page
4
The moderate premier urges conviction in a measured speech supporting arbitration while criticizing militant unions and the Walsh faction. The piece argues arbitration benefits workers through living wages and laws fixing wages, noting risks from industrial militancy and its impact on broader labor relations and the arbitration contract.
Readers hear contrasting opinions from Mr Hrutner and Mr Mc Wetland on land settlement. Hrutner argues land can be acquired cheaply without coercion, noting Victorian settlers praise local land prices versus other states. Mc Wetland urges populist measures to halt rural decline, proposing mandatory cultivation targets.
An aged aristocrat delivers a royalist homily in the House of Commons while railing against Joseph Chambrelain. The piece notes low local meeting turnout, about one attendee per sixty residents, and a public wary of politics. It argues voters often reap what they sow and laments civic apathy despite civics education.
Readers are invited to shop at Cansdell's Men's Mercery for superior underwear options. The ad emphasizes value and comfort, urging customers to compare options and choose the best fit for daily wear.
Local sale day announced for Friday at 10 50 o clock in the town sale yards by Derry Herder Gals Hichardson Mott and partners, listing 0 head of mixed young cattle and 6 light horses. Beneath the house in Newcastle suburb a will from a late resident revealed 109 pounds, found in a corked bottle after a lengthy search, guarded by a four-foot black snake. Licensing Court grants billiard license transfers in Otho Street and Bukkolie, plus Bonshaw Hotel license to Henry Hallam Werkes. Federal tax debate hints at further income tax reductions amid a planned surplus and potential reallocation. A May 13 gale of work by Methodist Indians Church to be opened by the Mayor with daytime and evening programmes to raise church funds via a sale of work.
A well attended Memorial Mall gathering on Tuesday morning May 2 discussed the "Treatment of History." A committee, including Menara Cry Plumb and Roseh, contributed remarks. Secretary reported plans for Education work and a school work exhibition funded by the Behoal of Arta. Negotiations for Town Hall hire continued, but Council would not reduce the cost. Education week features a free exhibition for the public.
Large turnout Saturday for a Girl Guides and Brownies event with initiations and a church parade drawing many locals. Minn Marjorie Shanks and Miss Olive Kelso King led the visitors, with Mrs King a noted Budmoy girl linked to World War service from Belgium in 1914 to 1920. Shanks and King have since led Girl Guide efforts in Scotland and England, aiding war-time work and postwar activities.
Government notice informs of winter timetable changes affecting the Glen Innes mail service. Sydney departure shifts to 0.5 pm with a 2.10 pm arrival at Glen Innes, up from 1.50 pm. return train leaves 3.15 pm. Delay minimal and not expected to inconvenience travelers. British Academy Entertainer Beatrice Harcourt and company performed two nights in the town hall with mixed attendance. highlights included Pan and Good-bye encore, Desmond and McNonnell praised, a Hungarian cifra noted.
Inverell residents travel and social news include Mr James Bee heading to Queensland, Kelman couple away in Moree for three weeks, and Mr G B Ring weekend in Inverell. Engagements announced for Miss Gwen Hughes and Mrs Sheila Futter, plus a change of mine manager delaying a presentation at Tingha.
A fragmented critique notes a subpar musical performance plucked by Mennich and borcarolle, saying the pairing lacked refinement and failed to meet artistic standards. It laments thin calibre companies and argues better support would elevate public taste and the laborer’s worth.
A local report notes that several boys have been indulging in exploding crackers and bung-bungs in the streets. The practice endangers pedestrians and is described as reckless mischief with potential harmful consequences, though usually lacking serious intent. Authorities may pursue proceedings against those involved.
A Buchre party and social to aid the Magpie club funds will be held by the Behool of Arta bull on Turmlayight. Dancing and curling start at six thirty, with the wuchre tournament in the upper room. Attendees gain a pleasant evening and support the charity at a moderate price of two shillings for gentlemen and one shilling five pence for ladies.
Eileen Gladys Page petitions for divorce from her husband om on desertion grounds. She states he returned from war to Armidale Melbourne and Sydney and subjected her to cruelty. She recounts threats with a bayonet and violence including striking and hitting with objects. Decree null concluded.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a tense street scene as a man in a motor car appears unsettled among other vehicles on a main street. He watches activity, nervously peers through a broken window, and keeps an eye on a nearby passerby while others observe the gathering.
Passsing srow Maas will be celebrated at Delungra op Sunrey maxt at 10 a.m. A new Chercb of England was opened at Tilbaster near Armidale. Wool prices and Canedell's goods featured. A tennis surprise Miss Fryer defeats Miss McKane. Railway motor service from Muswellbrook to Merriwa starts. Several injuries and incidents noted in local townships. Weather forecaster will issue separate estimates for six districts.
Dr Higgins criticises a pamphlet proposed by the Local Government Association and argues for centralised administration of the Motor Traffic Act. He cites a Melbourne incident and warns decentralised control would hinder enforcement, urging Sydney to keep a single authority for motor regulation and related licensing impacts.
Misa Thelma Murial Elien jbeth Miller daughter of W Miller marries Clem Donnelly son of A J Donnelly at Glan Innes. Bride wore cream bridal satin with silver lace. train pale blue georgette. veil. bouquet of white chrysanthemums aspargus fern. Best man Charles Burger. bridesmaid Beryl Chaffey. train bearer May Drummond. Reception at Hunt's cafe. future home at "Tola" Coolatad Toowoomba honeymoon in Queensland.
Fair Rosaleen won the Wagga Cup ahead of Dukedom and Warwickshire with four to one odds. Inverell’s Golden Girdle and Voloshton also claimed rewards on Saturday. In South Africa a bookmaker price display trial was run to curb noisy shouting before races.
Published by Arrangement summarizes a Nation article accusing both parties of growing corruption tied to Prohibition. It quotes criticism of police and federal prosecutors overwhelmed by cases and notes strong public resistance to constitutional amendments and enforcement laws.
The government act conformation remains unofficial and undisclosed by the association. The clerk states information will be revealed at the May 16 meeting. Mr Higgine and Swan propose forming a committee with the president to review the Easter issue.
Liesel Mandits faced charges for failing to produce a license and driving a motor car to the danger of the public on April 2. Mr A F Avern represented the defendant and requested an adjournment to May 19, which was granted.
A jumble of match reports and notes describes Bannockburn and Bokulla games with forwards, halves, and five-eighths named for their teams and a commentary on the day’s pace and outcomes. An Adelaide telegram mentions vandals at St Kilda church and a Sydney price spike as weather and transport items mix with sport.
Arrangements have been entered between Nationalless and Progre aiven for an exchange of preferrin g Potea at the elections.
Judge Bir Alfred Tobin of Westminster County Court heard a case where two girls aged 19 and 11 were advanced £13 by a moneylender from the Metropolitan Credit Campus. The lender claimed the girls were of age, while the article notes confusion and embarrassment as the promissory note was signed later.
A Saturday football match between Delangra and Warisia ended with Delangra leading 14 points as referee Mr. A. Younia oversaw a rain affected game. A park dance on Monday April 27 raised funds for park fencing totaling £8 with MC Mr. J Huxtod and volunteers. Personal items note Miss A. Younla holidaying in Sydney and Mim Lee from Guyra visiting Mrs. FB. Yates of Delungra.
The notice lists Sunday May 10 services at Amford Church of England and Church of Christ with morning and evening prayers at Inverell Rob Roy and Myall Creek Alums Gitte Plain and Delunga times. Henry A. Betth signs the schedule for Little Plain District.
Sunday May 10 at the St Augustine Sheraton the Police Art Union schedules a morning session with Mattise and Linor and a 7.30 pm program featuring Eve vong Rev G Nell and Fermbill. Layhelper listed among evening events.
Fragmented text details a Salvation Army event with mentions of Bun O and a Friday night open air service. Several garbled numbers and names appear, including references to a Union Church service and multiple primes or codes, making precise identification difficult. The readable portion centers on Friday evening activities and a community religious gathering across the state.
Sunday May 10 Mother’s Day service at Oakwood 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. with topics “A Persistent Mother” and “An Ambition Mother” led by Rev. G. Stuart Tady. Tingha 3 p.m. and 7:90 p.m. at J. Brooks.
At 3 p.m. Elsmor features sports jumpers for tennis crafted by Welsh-Margetson's and manufactured for A. M. Cunsial & Os. The listing notes prices and mentions timing for a broader “Newer World” event, with Hey E. James as a commentator.
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