22 May 1935
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 22, 1935
Page
1
Sydney Wednesday reports the cabinet plans to introduce legislation for unemployment insurance and a home buyers relief scheme. A committee may be set up to negotiate refinancing between in involved parties amid rising mortgage concerns.
The wheat market was quiet with buyers holding off as early trading showed limited interest. Prices drifted with bulk offerings around 474i and bids modest. London shipments quoted at SU21/11 per quarter while buyers showed cautious demand amid soft U.S. weather signals.
In Bankstown Sydney on a Wednesday meeting, Aldermen clashed as Lionel Hoinde was appointed to fill the vacancy created by CE Gann’s departure. The absent town clerk and disputed certificates sparked heated exchanges while Alderman Colemwis pressed Ald Carvey for details as applications opened.
A thief entered Caries Benjamin Wilson's grocery in Earlwoo and stole goods after paying with a counterfeit note. The suspect and accomplices claimed to be police and coerced Wilson to show the way to the station, then left with the groceries and escaped in a motor car.
Sydney Wednesday report states Mr A. W. Cutler, representative of Paul and Gray Ltd Ship Chandlers, Sydney, was killed when his motor lorry plunged down an embankment near Gosford. He was jammed against the steering wheel and suffered fatal internal injuries.
In Paris on Tuesday Wil McCraw faced Turnbull in a tight match with mixed results across the event. Turnbull led early and secured key exchanges as Remuna McGrath and Turnbull defeated Metaxa and Buvufowhel while other pairs traded sets in a bustling draw.
Fragmented, OCR-like text discusses Germany and peace talks, mentions France, Saar plebiscite, and international agreements. The garbled prose references unfulfilled assurances, unilateral actions, and tensions among allies, with vague allusions to postwar settlement and belated consent. The passage lacks clear events or dates.
Wednesday market brief from Sussex Street Sydney lists Tasmanian wool prices for 8 to 10 cwt and various animal and grain items. It provides what appears to be batched figures for butter cheese oats onions millet and other staples with unit prices and lot quantities, reflecting early 20th century trading terms.
Sydney authorities report Secretary of the Local Government Association cautions that the Soldiers Preference Act is too severe in its current form. If left as is, many returned soldiers across the state may struggle to find work within six months.
London report on a drawn cricket match between South Africa and the MCC. South Africa 207 in their innings, MCC replying with 144. Bowling highlights included Langton taking two wickets for 80, and Vincent York for MCC. Three MCC wickets fell for 32.
Police investigate a remarkable alleged fraud at a Melbourne by election. An informant reported a voter changing attire in a sedan near a polling place. An officer observed the suspicious activity and alerted authorities to the incident.
London wool sales reported good demand and maintained rates. Bales from New South Wales Queensland Victoria and Bath Australia led the lot with Australian offerings around 7176 bales. Merino and greasy wools saw active competition, supported by buyers from NSW Mulbang and NSW.
Australian Attorney General declares Australia must develop its resources to avoid economic dependency. He argues it is Australia’s urgent duty to act, warning against accepting any doctrine that would place the nation in a weakened economic position during the Imperial Negotiations Congress.
Wool sale report notes substantial price increases for carpetings and felts. Bon and Badgery Ltd report firmer bids with record highs at recent auctions. Prices for skirtings and plain worsteds approached top rates, reflecting strong demand and market optimism.
Unclear text shows unions urging a federal application to the arbitration court for shorter work hours and a 40‑hour week. Widespread talk centers on federal awards and women’s roles in enforcing the changes.
The Secretary of Labour Council Mr B King states Sydney union leaders will persist in efforts for a shorter work week via government action. He notes Melbourne Congress aims for the goal and discusses employer attitudes and potential effectiveness of a general reduction.
A NSW traffic commentary cites high road tolls and many repeat accident drivers. The opinion urges stricter speed controls and stronger enforcement to reduce crashes and improve road safety.
A chaotic report from Sydney notes a Victoria Park race day with mixed results and a sale of pearls. The event featured horses and bets, with mentions of notable names and a later sale of pearls via an overseas broker, guarded by detectives.
London obituary notes the private ceremony for T. E. Lawrence in Dorset with soldiers and officials present. The coffin bore no rank mark or name, and a young woman laid a wreath reading To T. E. Lawrence who should sleep among kings.
Sydney report notes the Presbyterian Assembly discussion, led by Rev John Edwards, is withdrawn amid conflicts over a motion bearing on Angus. The event affected attendees and triggered organizational adjustments within the assembly’s schedule.
Pre-dated meeting for Inverell Red Cross members to be held May 31 in Town Mell. Abooduy eternor text, with arrangements for June 1 and 2. Major solicitations to boost funds for the yearly quota of £100. Members urged to attend.
The latest forecast for Sydney and surrounding areas predicts further showers but overall fine conditions. Expect cool mornings, light variable winds and a southerly change near the coast, with a risk of showers in the west and eastern districts. Daytime temperatures remain mild with dry spells in between showers.
A fragmented London discussion reviews the expansion of examination methods and the role of proposed trials. It notes the first formal meeting and an exposition by Eduotys, while critiquing the Winter Paper and its lack of new suggestions.
Tomorrow Thursday a hole handicap competition joins the Gailors cup with entrants listed including Morarluna versus Trim and Crossley versus Burge. A one shilling entry fee applies with the draw announced and play to start at Tas nan.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a Southern police investigation into air accidents, mentioning Sydney and Weyneiey, with references to hearings for new evidence last week. Details are unclear, but the item notes ongoing inquiry and hearings related to aviation incidents in the region.
The article portrays Ted Theodore as a rapidly wealthier former Australian politician. It notes his early fortune from real estate and newspaper dealings, his Wing World purchase and Bun-Teine newspaper sale, and later ventures into mining in Britain with substantial sums and ventures yielding significant returns.
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