01 Nov 1929
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 01, 1929
Page
1
Ruree Bros offers a large consignment of crockery ware for delivery with many sets possibly rematched when pieces are broken. Prices quoted per piece range from 1d to 6d, with jugs and cups highlighted. They claim prices lower than wholesalers in Sydney, inviting inspection and claiming savings passed to buyers.
The Prime Minister said the Cabinet will take action to conciliate and settle the coal dispute. The ministry will encourage the industry to re-establish itself as the compulsory conference chaired by the tribunal begins its first sifting on Wednesday.
An ex convict told a Howard Reform League meeting that warders brutally assaulted him in a Parramatta jail cell while serving his sentence. He said injuries neglected by the gaol doctor led to carditis, and claimed special soundproof cells housed refractory prisoners where abuse occurred. He described blood stained walls whitewashed to hide the evidence. The league executive voted to investigate the charges.
Sydney Friday reports Matthew Thaua a 42 year old man in poor health was found in his Rocelle home with his throat cut and a bloodstained rag nearby. Police state the case is suicide and no foul play is suspected.
Today markets show weaker cattle and sheep sentiment with large yardings. Wethers and ewes eased to 2s 9d to 4d, prime beef sales down, sheep lot prices varied, Tasmanian and Sydney figures listed. consignors include W Wilson and Co and E Nott among others. Yardings saw declines in prime bullocks and vealers. Prices reported at Sussex Street and Glenriddle consignments reflect overall softer market conditions.
The Limbless Soldiers Association announces its Great Austral event with 83 prizes this year at stake. A top prize includes a diamond casket. competition supports old age provident funds. Send for a book of tickets to Boeyers Bor No 40 KR G P.O. Sydney.
The Simte Cabinet struggles to fix a wage formula to reach 4 pounds 7 shillings or 14 pounds 8 shillings. Government officials may drop proposals to repeal rural awards as a result of the deadlock.
The new Hospitals Act starts operating today under a government proclamation. It marks the start of government managed hospital operations and outlines the framework for health service delivery under the act.
London report that Mr Barratt, who surrendered to Glasgow police over the Reading murder, has been released after examination found him delusional and cleared of related murders he had been alleged to have committed.
Mr FE Oldmeadow of Melbourne meat markets said after a Hong Kong trip that export prospects for foreign meat to the East were not bright. He believed live stock exports between Darwin and Maui had ended, ending an era of regional trade.
The proposal to suspend compulsory training and military camps has caused concern in Melbourne. Military figures fear a long delay could dampen organization building and rekindle hesitation among trainees beginning their service.
A severe earth tremor rocked Johannesburg this morning, shaking Capetown and throwing seismograph pens off their bearings. The disturbance is traced to mines east of the Lowi region.
The importation of Russian matches into Australia draws strong protests from hundreds of Melbourne girls employed in the match industry. About twenty percent of Russian matches are consigned to Australia as union circles urge government action on the matter.
A brutal assault on Timber Worker George Shoesiniih in Railway Street Marrickville left him with a broken right arm multiple head injuries and lacerations. Two youths attacked him as he cried for help neighbors aided him and the assailants fled. Shoesmith was admitted to hospital in a non critical condition.
Two men were fined £115 at Cowra police court yesterday for possessing opossum skins and for attempting to poison to kill animals. The case highlights continuing enforcement of wildlife protection laws in the district.
An arrest was made yesterday after an alleged shoplifter attempted to steal goods valued at two werth lof from a drapery store. The individual, described as a special constable attached to staff at another establishment, was found with the goods and taken into custody. Further details about his official status and the outcome of the case were not immediately available.
Fine for the present and warm to hot with fresh evening winds. Thunder showers develop in the northeast and mostly western divisions during the weekend, bringing dusty northern gusts and variable conditions.
In New York the financial press now believes the bottom of the Wall Street collapse has been reached. The crisis began with technical and psychological causes as Hatry’s London shockwaves fed a bear market, panic spread among small traders, then larger investors. The session closed with a spectacular rally as values surged and orders flooded in.
Trevor Vernold Linden Barelay, 16, charged today at Central Court with forging a cheque for 2850 alleged to be signed by E E K White. The caretaker of a building linked to White is accused of fraud by presenting the cheque to a bank.
The Trverell Golf Club Associates represented Stanthorpe at the Stanthorpe Golf Tournament with entrants from Tenterfield Warwick Toowoomba Brisbane and Inverell. Tuesday featured an 18 hole bogey capture with Mrs Crossley tying on 1 down in a playoff. Wednesday saw an 18 hole stroke handicap where Miss Snow and Mrs Seat Ged tied for second with 75 in the playoff Mrs Beckt won by one stroke. Thursday marked the Associates Tens Match Cup with Tavere ll and Mrs Boward of Glen Innes collecting a course record net 3171. Mrs Crossley also won the shake handicap with nett 73 and posted the best gross of the tourney. Team scores list Mrs Crossley 87 Mrs Scott 113 Mrs Snow 68 Mrs Beward 88 total 911.
Constable Weaver on rounds at Beediern last night observed a man climbing through a second floor window at Faulding's perfume factory. The intruder jumped 26 feet to escape, but was captured after a pursuit. Several cases of valuables were found ready for removal inside the factory.
Newcastle wool sales continued with top prices of 18 4d and 12s bids for multiple buyers. Merchants and station names such as McCooker Bannockburn, Swintenh, McLean Warmnidwt, Wimbourn, Baldington Merriway, Koornon Tinverell, and H Ghellegh report varied lots and bale counts. Prices per bale ranged around 12s to 13d with many lots listed by name and bale quantity.
A Chinese barber was attacked by footpads on a rough night in the city. Barry Halls, 69, was seized, struck with a beer bottle, and suffered a severe head wound. He was taken to a local hospital for treatment. Police urged witnesses to come forward as the investigation continues.
Miss O'Farrell of Delungra married Mr. Oliver Clifford Bluminten Hamilton of Delingra at St Augustine's Church in a ceremony described as richly decorated with flowers. The bride wore a white crepe frock with Chantilly lace and carried a bouquet of white roses. Attendants wore pale pink lace gowns. After the ceremony, guests gathered at the Oxford Casino for a reception, with gifts described as numerous and useful. The couple will reside at Delungra on the North Coast.
The page showcases floral silk frocks with long sleeves in neat jalved cuts, including floral art silk and floral organdis. Pale tones and contrast trimmings highlight the season’s fancy crepe frock with long sleeves and pleated finish, all aimed at fashion-forward wearers.
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