22 May 1933
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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 22, 1933
Page
1
The Sydney produce market report lists prices for items such as Tasmanian potatoes six shillings six pence, Victorian six shillings, eggs at one shilling three pence, butter at 128/06 with a rise, honey around four shillings one pence, onions and lucerne fodder quoted in shillings and pence, and wheat priced from three to four shillings six pence.
A concise notice argues for lower car loan rates citing consumer pressure and rising costs. The item emphasizes public action and potential reform without naming individuals or organizations.
A Melbourne report details a fatal level crossing crash at Porirua New Zealand where a car was crushed between a moving train and a stationary one. Four passengers died and three were seriously injured with some surviving. Dr Mannix urged a concerted effort to reduce overseas loan interest, arguing Australia cannot meet debts while national income shrank and prices fell. He called for scaling down interest charges while maintaining debt obligations.
Mr J McGirr M L A returns from tour of country and says conditions of returned soldiers are appalling. He calls it a standing disgrace that such conditions continue for men who served faithfully in the Great War. He urges government to honour promises made by the Government of 1914.
The market opened brisk at Archier with 2170 head yarded. Bulls sold from £6 to £11, cows from £4 10s to £11, best beef to 40s, good quality to 25s, medium to 22s, inferior to 20s. Sheep numbered 21,000 were penned as the market was grimmer. Wethers 7s to 18s, ewes 5s to 14s, lambs 6s to 8s 3d, shorn sheep 4s to 10s 3d.
An inquest into the death of nine year old Keith Allen Costin found he was electrocuted on a roof garden where his parents lived. The coroner described the area as a veritable death trap, noting the accident resulted from an electric shock.
The 128th State Lottery was drawn today with the first four prizes listed. The numbers include atlas 63975 AyBRA avi0H and related results, as reported in the edition.
The Full Court ruled Lan ley Wilkinson’s Turf Bystander suit against Sporting Life and Turf Life publishers failed. Judgment dismissed the libel claim. defendants cleared of liability for allegedly inducing betting. The decision clarifies that off course wagering details remain unlawful to publish when aiming to steer bets.
Sydney reports at St. Andrew's Cathedral Rev. C. W. Leavers urged sterner methods to eradicate Communism, insisting preaching alone cannot save the Empire. He argued jingoism and boastful flag waving undermine national spirit and a strong instrument is needed to stamp out evils he linked to Communism.
Forecast covers cloudy conditions near coast and tablelands with isolated showers and morning fog, otherwise fine and milder. Winds: west to southwest on the east, variable turning east and northeast inland, later freshening. Temperature at 2 40 pm was 68 degrees.
Henry Drew aged 72 lives at Pilligu while his brother Thomas Drew died in Inverell aged 83. Thomas born in 1850 at Wellington was educated in England and returned to Australia twenty three years ago but never met Henry. Another brother, Joseph Drew, recently left Wellington where he drove for years.
Reported gross from last week’s Catholic bazaar by Women’s Guild claimed over £72 but actual totals surpassed that, ending just above 03. The Children of Mary organized the event and contributed to a notable financial showing, reflecting well on the group and supporters.
Harvey Brothers, Jewellers and Opticians, Wellington, run by A. A. Harvey, offers Optobete and related optical goods and services in the local market.
Prime Minister Mr Lyons delivered an Empire Day address urging support for the Empire shopping week starting today. He urged Britons to be British and buy British, stressing unity across the Empire and preference for British goods in all purchases.
The Industrial Court's decision on adult apprentice wages has sparked consternation in several quarters and will be implemented promptly. Officials say the ruling could affect wage structures and training programs nationwide as discussions continue.
The government proposes a new Commonwealth loan of five million pounds. Prime Minister Lyons urges full support, saying funds would be spent locally to boost trade and circulate quickly. Some fear rising interest burdens. Loan Council prefers low borrowing and warns against overextension.
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