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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 07, 1941
Page
4
Apocalyptic wartime message urges Inverell and all Australians to recognise the grave danger and act to support Britain and the Empire. It warns of German domination, calls for self-reliance, and stresses that victory depends on determined public effort and government action.
The Harvey family travels through Australian bushland in The Search for the Golder Boomerang a radio serial aired on Station MNZ Wednesdays and Thursdays at 15. A short boy Tuckens aids their journey as traders peddle woollens and garments at 1940s prices.
Obituaries and deaths of Ooionel Arthur Arnott and Mr Thomas Connors. hospital deaths of Mrs W Favell and a 13 month old child. wartime postings for Mr Leonard Eddy and Mr M J Looby. local council changes with Mr MacLeod taking ATP duties. community gatherings include Warlalda and Inverell events, birthdays, church activities, and upcoming gun club championships with schedules and prizes.
In a local church message, leaders urge moral renewal to defend Christian civilization. They call for prayer at home and weekly interchurch gatherings starting May 14 at St Augustine's Church, with mass participation and cards bearing prayer names. Leaders E H Stamper and others pledge support for fighting men and moral steadfastness.
The Mothers' Club met with Mrs Lennard elected presiding officer. Attendees included Mesdames Gardner, Buxton, Goldman, and Miss Per Aioliview. A report noted a park project finalised with a £1 18 4 balance, and plans to clear crockery for a social hour. Next gathering set for June 2 at Apex Town Hall.
The Younger Set in Inverell has taken the Baby Health Centre under its special charge with proceeds from a donation box reaching 6137 and bills totaling 55 1 passed for payment. Members discussed hospital co operation, planned Red Cross events, and pledged goods and crockery for fundraisers while arranging future support and Easter tea events.
The wartime parade for the War Loan Arms Way passed through the area with a vast turnout. Spectators observed the route with patriotic fervor as officials and volunteers participated, marking a significant public display of support amid the campaign.
A wartime dispatch from Sydney notes that British prisoners at Nish are being treated well. The report cites local correspondents and confirms humane conditions and orderly confinement.
An unclear report describes Molotov’s involvement in a premiership shift, a fall injuring Desmond Carter, and a nearby raid at Blumen. The text mentions Mr Carter’s son injured, hospitalization, and a local fair at the Times office with proceeds and attractions.
The article describes a guard of honor for Brigadier General Beane to salute at the old Times office in Otho Street around 4 PM. A special guard from the Volunteer Defence Corps is led by W. Gummers of Delangra. Local men meet at the showground at 10 AM and are asked to bring lunch. parade begins at 2 PM, with a civic reception and dinner for General Beane to follow.
Mr 8 W Thewe acting secretary of the Homes for Unemployed Trust visited Inverell last week and discussed with the mayor and town workers a plan to build four homes. Conditions and prices were said to be reasonable in the four leading towns.
John Bromwich travels to Inverell for a May 17 exhibition with four visiting players Bromwich Gilchrist Sidwell and Parnes at F Wargan’s Brae Street courts The event marks his first appearance overseas for the year and will feature high ranked opponents including Sidwell and Barnes Admission 2s and 6d for adults and children 1d extra for booking The Association also hosts a presentation dance at the Masonic Hall with Harding’s Orchestra.
Enlisted for active service I notify clients that I have arranged with Harry White Pty. Ltd to carry on my business during my absence. H. Grevwhow Carrier Inverell.
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