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Newspaper

Armidale Chronicle

Location

Armidale, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Jan 05, 1924

Page

5

Local Government Tensions Strain New South Wales Councils

The article outlines clashes between local councils in New South Wales and a government department over funding and road improvements. Councils argue the department imposes costly conditions and heavy instructions, disrupting practical management and delaying development. A Macintyre Shire dispute with the department over culverts on the Glen Innes Inverell road highlights broader friction and calls for autonomy.

Meinbers Councila Sydney Hodina Tvat Atmo Hehdy Macintyre Shire Gounail Glen Innes-Inverell Launeillors Wea Jongthenet Myers Canell

Arcadian Theatre Band Recital Promises Scotch Night

On Sunday night next a popular band recital will be at the Arcadian Theatre with a Berteh night of special Scotch songs and venitations. Performers include Miss Hern and Godaon and Mr. Hoy. An enjoyable evening is anticipated.

Arcadian Theatre Hern and Godaon Mr. Hoy Queensland Hall L. Soutton Ialands Snrsviews Mim Manel Parkin Sydney Conservatorium Will Remier

Armidale notices mix water plan with travel, tragedy and events

A chaotic mix of town affairs includes a special meeting about raising funds for a new water supply and references to railway and public transport issues. The report covers a fatal accident at Harling Harbor, a ringmaster injury in Adelaide, social notices, births and weddings, and local personalities including Kathrin Dean and James Doran.

Ishaeih Studive Tt W Warwick New South Wales Queensland Inverell Bam Maseribara Armidale Caledonian Society Africa Jamaica Australia Spain Roe Adelaide Bole Bilkera Harling Harbor George Mathieson Willian Matthews Malmain Mathieson

Resident Sunderland Returns After Bush Search

A Macleay district resident, Mr Sunderland of Kunderang, disappeared from home on Saturday and was found safe after police-led tracking. Constable Nelar assisted in the search which began Saturday night and resumed Sunday. Sunderland was not harmed and police say he is well.

Lona Sunderland Kunderang Mac Nelar Banderland Fuili Mosle Gouth Chamber of Hitumeree Ge Foran Senkh

Amalgamation Notice for Stevenson Bassor & Co

Notice describes the amalgamation of J W Stevenson and Bassor & Co into Stevenson Bassor Co to operate as an entity. Stevenson will represent the firm locally and will visit Armidale on Tuesday January 24 with a public address and potential inquiries. The Sydney street address remains the principal contact point and workshop facilities highlight modern equipment for rapid service.

J. W. Stevenson Bydaiey Che Hiaine Hasan & Co Stevenson, Basser, & CO Stevensop Rasesr & Co Huave

Last Meeting of Hillgrove Council Ends Finances and Farewells

The Hillgrove Municipal Council held its final meeting on November 2 with Mayor Sharp presiding. Proclamations, a six month provisional committee, and accounts totaling £2,000 were approved. Members paid tribute to Alderman Morgan and thanks were sent to A. G. Page and Mayor Sharp for long service.

Hillgrove A. G. Page Ald. Sharp Sim M' Watters A. G.” Page Williame Ald W. Morgan A. M'Watter Morgan Widdy Mergen Flo

Bishop Wentworth and the Righteous Indignation Column

Armidale readers debate Bishop Wentworth’s criticisms of landlords squatters and urban immorality. The letter-writers defend and challenge clergy claims while contrasting moral standards with social dignity.

Armidale Caledonian Society Annual Festivities Conclude

The Armidale Caledonian Society hosted New Year’s celebrations in the Town Hall drawing crowds from near and far. A notable program featured Mr. A. Cree the clever comedian and Mrs. Cree in sketches, with the Armidale Pipe Band and Miss Godson providing musical accompaniment. The event received praise for its arrangements and performances overall.

Armidale Caledonian Society Aa Cre Fem Vin Gomen L.ab Aloo Mabel Bochler Bytoy Lamhe Ion Tennie Geir Armidale Reottiah Selon Lona Misa Godson Lo As Ie Rimpean

Unclear weather and rainfall report across Australian stations

The report lists rainfall and point tallies for numerous stations including Wa rren Fort William Boulia and Cloncurry with readings from December including 75 and 14 points at various locations. Mentions heavy rain expected Thursday and general wetness across the Carpentaria Division with low and high temperatures across multiple towns.

Noondoo Stati Dirranbundi Doondi St. George Doondi If Fiubarbor Prarie Authoriaation Charleville Reseread Angelis Warren Boulia Ea Heiwren Warends Goodwood Fort William Laecknow Quilpie Homestead S Pointe Carpentaria Cloncurry Commoowral Gadee

Railway Experts To Arrive Next April

Railway experts are expected to visit in April to assess the network. The report outlines planned inspections and potential improvements for the Sydney region, with officials coordinating between agencies and local authorities.

Sydney Deepal

Union Opposes Locomotives Built Outside Australia

Obscure union protest opposes the construction of locomotives abroad, citing nationalist motives and economic impact. The piece notes pressing trade concerns and potential shifts in Northern Territory policy.

Australia

Loans Falling Due In Sydney Amid Large Amortized Debt

An Australian note notes a large amount owed due soon in Sydney. The report cites a substantial amortized loan schedule totaling around 100 million pounds and indicates financial strains across the sector.

Alrahip D Dixmude a M mA. Sydney The Firstip Mimude is

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a reverence for an item or person titled The Firstip Mimude, with scattered phrases about weapons and Ganmres. The readable text lacks clear events, dates, or identifiable entities.

Sydney Ganmres

Rinderpest Outbreak Triggered by Southern Hemisphere Trade

Government officials blamed an external source for a cattle disease outbreak in Australasia. Authorities promised swift action and urged monitoring of movements to prevent further spread.

Scouts Head to Adelaide for Corroboree

A 600 strong contingent from New South Wales heads to Adelaide for the Boy Scouts Corroboree. The group plans departure on Sunday and aims to participate in the national event with hopes of strong performances and cultural exchanges.

Adelaide South Wales

Sydney Firm Robbed for 200 Pounds on Friday

A Sydney firm reported a robbery in which about 200 pounds in cash and goods were stolen. Details are unclear due to garbled text, but the incident appears to have involved a theft at a local premises on a Friday, with no suspects named.

Bydner Mbeki

Prisoner Escapes From Gathurst Gaol

A prisoner escaped from Wathurst Gaol Thursday afternoon. Police searched the surrounding countryside all night but the fugitive remains at large as authorities issue alerts and continue the hunt.

Gathurst Syiney Pricday Wathurst

Woman Burned to Death in Parramatta Fire

Mrs Vidler and her children were at Parramatta when a fire burned her clothing. The husband found her in flames on returning home. She died shortly after being admitted to hospital.

Vidler Matte Te woInhkn Thirer Parramatta Shorty

Delay in Wheat Statement Causes Compensation Debate

The executive group debated delaying the presentation and compensation lines amid legal and committee discussions. Key figures were mentioned in vague terms as lawyers worked through positions and possible pretrial steps while officials considered appointing a special session.

Farner Aeferune Wessex Exiborne

Deaths by Cars 1922 Report Highlights Fatality Toll

Sydney Priday reports coroner findings showing 60 fatal motorcar incidents last year with violence from crashes affecting multiple victims. A claim notes 57 deaths linked to a single industry through a metal-based product. Obituary details include Mr Ave Nigro a Northland elder who died at 77 in Sydney, with survivors listed as one son and four daughters.

YEAT Sydney Priday Gshe

Cakeworkers Strike Moves Toward Settlement

A tentative settlement is contemplated in the cakeworkers strike. The strikers will sue to resume on their conditions, according to the Secretary of the Cake Owners Association.

Cake Owners’ Association

Cabaret raid nets carload of liquor in Sydney

Police raided the Bond Casing cabaret in Sydney and confiscated a car load of liquor. Later W. Leslie was charged at Paddington Police Court with selling liquor without a lease.

Sydney Priday W. Leslie Walter Paddington

Farmers and Settlers Association Discuss Wheat Pool Claim

Friday Mr Thornbury president of the Farmers and Settlers Association states a decision to file a case for the 1916 87 wheat pool with the Allilbir Cemeral or central authority. A special committee will oversee the claim of 640844.

Aydner Thornbury Farmers and Settlers’ Association Dliles Posservnees TL Tae Beeg Minlise

Falling Birthrate Low For Years in Sydney

The Slate reports a persistent decline in birthrates, with a 12 percent drop below average over recent years. The article notes ongoing demographic trends and potential social implications for Sydney.

Sydney Eern

Wheat price uncertainty grips Season's market

In Sydney on Friday buyers and millers debate Season's Wheat pricing, with the Vielirian Ut... Co-Operative limiting purchases and setting a price nearby the contracted rate. Millers push for adjustments as supply and demand influence the per bushel figure.

Sydney

Drowning Fatality at Kew Seawater Incident

A double drowning occurred at Kew Molhenroe in the Yarra river yesterday. Victims Irene Metongall and Pearl, ages 00 and 16, reportedly entered the water after slipping from a boat. The body of the other girl has not yet been recovered.

Sydney Kew Molhenroe Iren Metongall Slater Pearl Yarra Slater Prad

Premier Leaders Hint at Raising Funds in London Market

The Guvenschand Premier and MPs consider leveraging London finance to value contested Queensland funds in line with government policy. They aim to secure funds if possible in London, else seek alternatives abroad, while the government resists arranging a New York action.

Sydney Guvenschand Theaders Q Honer Prine London Queensland Londo Aleanher New York

Damage Mitigated In Brisbane Port Moresby Tale

A damaged vessel near Port Moresby appears not seriously damaged and is expected to ride out the tide under its own stem today. The report from Brisbane notes the incident but confirms safety of the craft.

Brisbane Port Moresby

Accident Bends Vehicle Into River. Child Dies

A farmer, Richard Hammond, driving with wife and two children in Tarakine Valley, loses control as a horse bolts. The vehicle plunges fifty feet to the river bed. Hammond saves the older child but the mother and younger child perish. horse also killed.

Richard Hammond Hla Hot Tarakine Valley Hammond

South Australia Fratta Mines Score 344 For Three At Stumps

South Australia led by Fratta Mines reached 344 for three by stumps against Victoria with key partnerships and solid batting despite fading light. The innings featured notable holds and resilience from the visiting bowlers as play halted for the day.

South’ Australia Fratta- Mines Victoria Paterday

Theatrical Alliance Seeks Union Membership Moves

The article discusses Theatrical Alliance efforts to unionize members of Theatrioul Atlantin tee and related groups. It notes potential member promotions and the possibility of actions if promotions or preferences are not granted. The piece hints at extreme measures if requirements are unmet.

Tenders Invited for Six Movable Roof Lights at Armidale

Tenders are invited for the supply and fire of six movable roof lights at the Armidale Steam Laundry. Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Particulars can be obtained from the authorities.

Armidale

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