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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 22, 1940
Page
4
A 1940 editorial argues for strong labor reform to prevent miners strikes. It accuses leaders of misguiding workers, highlights massive wage losses and economic damage, and calls for confiscation of union funds under law, secret ballots, and government control to deter further upheavals in a democracy.
Ashford Anglican service next Sunday will memorialize the late F Thompson Rob Rey Dance. Bishop of Armidale urges Anglicans to join in prayer for the nations allied in wartime effort. Dance events and knitting drives raise funds for War Functions and the Inverell War Function Association.
The Weed Parade committee met to advance preparations with substantial donations reported. Campbell, Wilmington and Snodgrass named to collect from clerical staff. petrol donations enable four gallons for best load, plus a free petrol draw at luncheon. other novelties planned, promising a top year.
Filipino boxer Chris Crispin outpointed Archie Rash over 12 rounds at Leichhardt Stadium in Sydney last night. Crispin won 8.12 to 0 on points in a clear decision.
Attention is drawn to a furniture sale on Saturday next at 2 pm on account of Mrs C J Bennett at Mayville May Street Ross Hill. The list is advertised in today’s issues. Powler and Burgess are the auctioneers. Hotel transfers were approved in the Licensing Court with Empire Hotel transfer to Cecil J Duffy and Central Hotel transfer to Louisiana Bennetts.
The University of Toronto conferred an honorary Doctor of Divinity on Rev John Flynn known in Australia as Flynn of the Inland. The report also notes Air Cadet D H Allen’s progress in training and lists several passenger movements and a wedding in Sydney.
The Carnival Programme outlines a town hall gathering with a formal opening by the mayor, street processions, stalls, and rides along Byron, Otho, and Vivian Streets. Open-air dancing, bands, and a trapeze exhibition will entertain residents, with confetti, lighting, and a flower stall promising further attractions into the night.
The report lists war funds supporters including McDonald Walsh Harper Campbell Young and Gardner with notices of apologies from several. The Maytime Ball net proceeds totaled 1 46 and a cheque for 400 was sent to the Loverell C W A secretary. A dance at the Town Hall on Friday May Slat May was proposed to support the war funds with the Younger Set organizing color themes and raffles.
A broad recruiting campaign unfolds as officials and agencies outline aims to boost turnout and participation. Leaders emphasize collaboration among authorities to meet recruitment goals and strengthen community involvement amid ongoing statewide programs.
A Sydney message from Newcastle states 24000 tons of coal will be carried by coal trains today, boosting the first half total in the province to over 50000 tons. Eighty four coal trains were ordered today, with further carnival events hosted by Returned Soldiers. A music and skill competition titled Housie Housie will start at 7 o clock, admission free. A 6d Snack stall beside the old Timer building opens Friday offering pastries, jam, and a variety of delicacies for the public.
Members approve a plan to support dependents of enlisted men. A subcommittee will keep in touch and consider needs such as cards and blankets. An advertisement will run monthly inviting dependents to apply. Mesdames Miller McQuifficke and Manning named to handle applications.
In the Berrima District Hospital, priest Rey Fuller Morisey and woman Kuri Kure, both about 30, died from injuries after a southbound collision on Paddy's River Didge on the Hume Highway. Edward O Kame, 34, driver of the other car, sustained a fractured twist while the vehicle was badly damaged. Police investigations ongoing.
Fragmentary text recounts Ingleburn Camp divisions and related military lines. Mentions Serifs Deemer Ot and Seabee units, with references to Wednesday events and rates, and notes about Timlebaen at a Takeout Ayririte of Hou. Details are unclear due to OCR damage.
Government announces promotions within the 7th Battalion elevating five lieutenants to captains. commanders depart for final medical exams and ATF training at Greta. recruiting events scheduled for Tingha, Bundarra, and Inverell with plans for batch enlistments and transport to camp. Major J J W Gray leaves council engineer post and joins ATF. Gray and Mrs Gray hosted at luncheon.
A historic report outlines receipts and expenditures for charity balls and supper events, with profits listed and church and club donations noted. The Chamber of Commerce tentatively plans boxing tournaments, proposes wider district outreach, and discusses funding controls for sub branches and regional operations.
The text records a call during a General Assembly meeting for prayers for peace and unity among the Presbyterian community. It urges attendees to seek divine guidance, to appeal to God in a united way, and to focus on reconciliation and steadfast faith. The message emphasizes communal prayer as a path to strength and moral resolve.
In a civil suit Alfred Dorn sued Matthew Girle over a cow buy from Gillespie claimed as Dorn’s property. The court found for Dorn awarding £11 with argument over cattle value and the conduct of the parties.
Commonwealth of Australia tender notices for repairs and painting at Bingara Post Office. Bids to be received by June at the Commonwealth Works Director Sydney with forms available at Customs House, Sydney and Bingara and Inverell Post Offices. No tender guaranteed. Also NSW Main Roads issues bridge timber quotations to Inverell area by May 28.
Bargain light car in excellent order from late 1947 model. Located in Austin. Seller notes smoke shed and 40 miles to gallan. Apply This Omen.
For sale item list includes four room dwelling with tank chimney stone and removal option. Additional items include ladder priced at 1, troiter 9, sulkies and harness 10, garage 11, gable roof 10, pont ELH bows 202.
An antique local notice advertises various items for sale including new tyres and a motorized vehicle with suspected good mechanical condition. The listing references quick sale terms and mentions Byron Steeer Taverell and Fern Fall, with location Vivian Street and a spare parts shop.
A wartime local update describes Graman Cherry Tree Hill War Functions Resolution efforts. Citizens organized committees and volunteers supported relief and distribution amid shortages, with broad participation from residents and local groups to sustain community needs during the conflict.
A film review highlights Miss Dietrich as a glamorous entertainer with singing and dancing versus a rugged James Stewart in an outdoor Western. Notable supporting players include Charles Winninger Mischa Auer Brian Donlevy Lorne Hervey and Allen Jenkins with a frontier-set plot of hard riding and sharp shooting.
A court transcript fragment discusses the value of a cow and its calf, the timing of conversion, and the judge ruling for a plain verdict. Witnesses describe costs and attempts by Mr Crile and Mr Smith to recover money, with an innocent third party noted.
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