Smaller States Movement and Riverina Struggles Described
A long reflective piece traces the push for riverine independence and a proposed state border from Deniliquin to May, detailing drought years, trade shifts, and failed NSW railway plans, with vivid memories of Victorian cross-border tension and the rise of a regional Merino identity. It discusses political resistance, economic strain, and the appeal of local self determination amid harsh conditions along the Murray and Lachlan waterways.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rivesina
Tony
Murray
Lachlan
Erly Steugglan
Fin
Australia
Chaibl Én Linnell
Wat
Biverina
Victoria
Kiveriba
Melbourne
Sydney
Bobby Burns
New South Wales
Sitch
Sleepy Hatlow Letter Spills Local Transit Confusion
Correspondence from VISITON discusses unrest and travel disruption on Hegel Highway and Denmark Road routes. The writer mentions derailed traffic, blocked corridors, and a plea for action to restore service, urging readers to remember the alias Sleepy Hatlow. The tone suggests citizen frustration and directed requests to authorities.
Butter fat price dispute at dairy plant demands answers
A shareholder letter questions butter fat margins, factory profits, and store pricing. The writer cites September price drops, cash bulk sales, and a likely 2d per lb discrepancy. They urge director clarity on bonuses, restorage, and store vs factory margins, referencing a forthcoming exact figures release.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theo Auaitwun
Diercate
Grevn
Vies
Lierciere
East
Tom
Mr. Green
Costa
Couise
Genedy
Municipal Council Questions and Public Works Debate
A reader letters section discusses municipal governance and finances. It criticizes private street maintenance, questions council transparency, and urges open meetings. The piece calls for reporting on auditors, balances, and road improvements at Middleton Beach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vonneillets
Chir
Lomumilter
Boouth
Sewell
Prvate
Couteil
Middleton Beach
War Medals Distribution Across the Empire
The text explains eligibility for war medals for soldiers who died abroad and those discharged. It notes kinship not required for living soldiers, while informing of a letter from military headquarters when medals become available. It mentions cases of veterans who died post discharge and the need to notify authorities. Preparations are underway for Wey Murals distribution.
Cream received by reli Tuesday and Friday for Westralian Farmers
Cream deliveries noted as received on Tuesday and Friday for the Westralian Farmers company. Records show scheduled shipments and handling by local dairy operations.
Conference of Road Boards at Katanning discusses valuation methods
Delegates from major road boards gathered in Katanning to consider fair valuation of land for state and municipal road improvements. Discrepancies in unimproved values across boards are highlighted, with proposals for a unified valuation method to guide taxation and funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Katensing Road Board
Katanning
Plintagenet
Ewing
Ie Federal
Minek
Campbell
Trotwmn
Elif
Dag Lont
Road Board
Muarelie
Taxition
Taxation Department
T. Crawford
J. Argowe
Severn
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Voco
KEIO
E. G. McKenzie & Co
Robert Bell
Smaller States Movement
Grimsucker
Hi Ee
Timp
Benits
Albany
Deorurk
Denmark
Visiton
Rhicks
Generil Onlineeliohler
Miu
Westparenmoloe
Musicumal Alatters
Lnghlam
Allmuy
Alf
the Quality House
TB Carter
Pres Fruey Daily
Town Mall
Phone 101
Mount Barker
Charming
Gorman's
Mt. Tarker Hotel
Royal George Hotel
Stirling-Terrace
Jetu
Bellinger River
Sydney Rock
Strand
Williamson
Muuehemore
Kendenup
Albany Hotel
York Street
Frank Lambert
Frederick Street
Globe Motor Garage
Duke Street
Methodist
Associated Fruitgrowers, Limited
Western Australia
Associated , Ltd
Algoorlie
Produce Markets, Ltd
Perth
Growers
the Premiat Hotel
L. Superior Iccoanbataie
R. Burredae
Proprisiar
York &Treet
Ecb
Bootr Church
Rges
Freemasons' Hotel
Stirling Terrace
Gibbons and Son
Voik Stret
Aoortes
W. R. Smith
Geveral
Albany Butchering Company
Frederick
Albamy Co-Operative
ANG Trading Co. Ltd
Conference of Road Boards
Gunnedah
N.S.W
Country Journalia
al Vance
England
Xove
India
China
Jireerat Dletnoindete
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