Water well proposal sparks council debate in Armidale
At the Armidale Town Council meeting Ald. Watson and others opposed spending £400 on a water well home after Mr. Warden's report. Critics warn the scheme may be temporary, rely on uncertain yields, and shift costs to ratepayers for future wells and pipes, citing white ant damage and pipe longevity concerns.
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Porry
Ald
Watson
Armidale Tume Council
Warden
Ald. Watron
Cardew
Armidale
Werden
Wond Pine Co
Water pipeline plan deemed costly for Armidale
The aldermen weigh a massive two and a half mile pipeline project with projected costs around £2900 to £2600. The special water committee should drop the proposal and focus on securing a permanent water solution rather than a speculative scheme.
Unclear sports update with scattered names and scores
Fragmented notes describe a weekly contest with several matches and unsettled results. Mentions include teams or players such as Tolley Pom and Wo J. Tee with varying scores and behinds, plus references to selections and a surprise turnout. The passage is garbled and lacks coherent reporting.
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Tempelitioog
Uitenikon
A. MH
Stephen
Tolley Pom
Wo J. Tee
Resiet Minors CHROMIGLE Arrangements Offer Aid
Prospectors in the district gain access to assays of their finds through the Chronic metalurgists. The free service aims to provide reliable information on funds and is offered to assist minors and others. Samples will be processed and results returned within ten days.
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Hie
Auay
Meperta
Armidales and New England Hospital Committee Meeting
Armidale and New England Hospital committee meeting notes detailed the resignation, vacancies, and deaths among members. The verbose report covers costs per patient, heating proposals, drug pricing, and committee actions to address hospital expenses and administration.
Armidale News Notes Personal Movements and Obituaries
Local society notes recounts transfers and visits among Armidale residents and their families. Mentions include Mins Eltielarden and T H Kendall visiting relatives, Mr J W M’Wane succeeding Bakenta at Gunedah, and Roberta tied to Commerce Banking Co. Armidale. Obituary references for Mrs Ritchie and H F Sauray noted, with church and school leadership updates and a report on Rev Hungerford’s clerical roll.
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Commerce Banking Co
Armidme
Newcastle
J. W. M'Wane
Gunedah
Bakenta
Mm. J. R Sieeen
Whine Boedisnd
Rendemeer
T. Siuom
Arubdale
Mes
Simen
Glen
Rabbit Proof Fencing Advances for Soldiers Limited
Letter from E P Fleming Under-Secretary of Lands states fencing advances will cover wire and freight plus half the contract price, with no amount set beyond £20 per mile without a special report to the minister. Tamworth district relcher letters association forwarded the note from Mr Moeller president.
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Erec
Tamworth Races Feature Mixed Events and Portrait Offer
Report covers Tamworth racing results with details on Welter Handicap and Lime Star Grey winner. Also notes on Tamworth 6 furlong handicap and other race outcomes and ends with wedding portrait advertisement featuring Solomons Studios.
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Welter
Obituary of Late Mrs Elizabeth Burg in Armidale
The death occurred Monday of Mrs Elizabeth Burg widow of the late Waller Burg aged year. She lived in Armidale for 40 years and suffered heart disease and senile decay. Born Lochinvar in Matlin district she was a daughter of Horace Dann. Surviving eight children Menara Frueat Arthur Cabrial Alfred Edwin and daughters L Tibbs Armidale and F Reeves Dangog. The body will be brought to Armidale for burial.
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Momiry
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Lnte
Waller
Toly
Armidale
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Lochinvar
Horace Dann
Menara
Frueat
Arthur
Cabrial
Alfred
Edwin
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Dangog
Support for Northern Line Extension Gains Momentum
A long running dispute over continuing the railway from Guyra to Darrige shifted from a parochial claim to broad backing after a conference of delegates from northern centers along the Western line passed a resolution in support. Dubbo now formalizes that support with a resolution and an upcoming meeting at the northern center.
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Guyra
Darrige
Tamworth Triumphs Over Goulburn In Semi Final
Tonnie Tamworth defeats Goulburn 4 23 in the semi final of the men's team matches. Tamworth set to face Harraba in the final of the preliminary rounds. In ladies singles Cameron defeats Taylor 6 0 6 1. Cameron then beats Bourke 6 1 8 6. Denmelt defeats M'Hush 6 4. In men's pairs championship Wall and Silt) defeat Finja yon and Alenoy 6 4 6 8.
Drowning Fatality At Sea During Afternoon Swim
A man drowned yesterday afternoon while swimming at the New Sea shoreline. Swimmers reported the incident near the Ocean Bathing area as bystanders attempted rescue but could not revive him.
Armidale Weekender Gossip and Local Happenings
The column reports Armidale district life with notes on rain and crop impacts, local sport results, farm yields, poultry and bird events, a public hospital incident, social scenes, band contests, and upcoming railway and electric light plans. It shares community humor and observations from shops, taverns, and homes.
Cyclone Wins Scrappy Bout Amid Slugging Exchange
The match in Armidale between Cyclone and a rival fighter ended with Cyclone prevailing after a brutal slogging exchange. A late flurry and a solid blow sealed the victory as a crowd watched intently and officials hurried to resolve timing issues.
Court Adjourns Hearing in Mabel Hodgkinson Case
Warne Mitchell acted, Tuesday, before Motherly Court today. Anima Vantol Mitchell, fashionably attired, faced the alleged blunder with Mabel Hodgkinson. The accused, recently in a private hospital, was scarcely able to stand. No evidence was taken, and she was remanded until January 24.
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Ohare
Mabel Hodgkinson
Talien
Ana
Disastrous City Fire Causes Massive Damage and Looting
A three story blaze in a city district caused extensive damage estimated around g100.000 with the front wall collapsing and valuables stolen. Fire brigades battled the flames for over three hours as crowds fled and looting occurred, with injuries reported but no confirmed deaths.
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Newman Dure Framer
AL Todmes
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Gann Varbles
Confortiumers
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OG. Nelson Cfurnilune Fowler
Masters of Bread Report Supply Shortage In City
The master bakers state that they had between unspecified amounts and near the needed quantity yesterday. The article notes workers have not asserted the supply of bread to the public remains constrained.
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Mao
Sydney
Thesday
Australia to Sinking Sails at Sydney Head on Anzac Day
Melbourne reports HMAS Australia faces a dramatic end as plans for a spectacular sinking near Sydney on Anzac Day are discussed by officials. The decision contrasts with prior intentions to carry out a dramatic farewell at sea.
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Melbourne
Australia
Sydney
Japan and Australia Leaders Seek Pacific Unity
An official at a Melbourne dinner cites mutual responsibility in the Pacific between Japan and Australia. The Prime Minister urges restraint and notes hopes for future harmony, while parliamentary figures push for broader cooperation and peace.
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Lagor
Melbourne
Trirl Page
Japan
Australia
Pacific
Brenmaty
Jaber Party
Union Scandal Ties In Court For Katoomba Race
Sydney reports a court case connected to the recent Katoomba Thousand race. Dorothy Hont, aged 24, faces charges after allegedly influencing a race outcome with a valuable asset. Police court proceedings followed the incident.
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Sydney
Tuearny
Fatal Altercation Led to Manslaughter Charge Trial
At the inquest into Hubert Horan's death the coroner committed Claude Gillett for trial on a manslaughter charge connected to injuries from an altercation during a dinner.
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Britney
Hubert Horan
Corefer
Claude Gillett
Fire at Motor Factory Sparks Blaze in Melbourne District
A fire swept Holden's motor suiting works in Tete near Melbourne on Tuesday, damaging four and a half acres. The blaze engulfed a large area of the plant and caused extensive damage to machinery and materials before flames were contained. Fire brigades from nearby stations aided in subduing the blaze though no injuries are reported.
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Holden
Tete
Rmld
Qunefer Egra
Nana Alltauph
On Hear
Suomge Gemfleys Record In State Meet
In a state meet run, Tyeetay Ay wins the half mile. Fre and another contestant place near the top as the State heats progress.
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Suomge Gemfley
Sydney
Vyelne Cham Smonshi
Bank Fraud Arrest Expected in Melbourne Case
Detectives target an interstate banking scheme involving a £20000 fraud. Officers pursue an arrest as they allege the operation linked Melbourne and Seattle entities and directed funds through police channels for the transfer.
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Melbourne
Tiesday
Hank Sevim- Ae
Heinz Funeral Attended by Separatist Group in Berlin
Berlin report notes the funeral of Herr Heinz attended by a small Separatist group and three Frenchmen. Occupation authorities barred public reading of the protest from the pulpits, and Alloys protest activity was restricted.
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Fire and Water Threaten New Zealand Ports
Reports from Wellington and Queenstown describe heavy rains and rising waters causing submerged wharves at Southland and disrupted traffic. Ores and wool shipments are damaged as flood conditions threaten coastal towns and inland areas during the week.
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Wellington
S.Z
Southland
Queenstown
Century War Conditions Weather Report
Sydney and surrounding areas experienced fine and warm weather yesterday. The weather map shows mild conditions across the state with several stations recording high temperatures and stable air patterns.
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Cuesday
Woman Sentenced to Death in Infant Murder Case
Sydney court sentences Sarin Boyd to death for the murder of her infant. She appeals to the Pall Court Crinal Appeal as the case moves to higher review.
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Sydney
Sarin Boyd
Genteg Criminal Court
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Pall Court
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Church Strongroom Burglary Shocks Rockwood Cemetery Office
A burglary target hit the strongroom of the Church Pretand Trustees at Rockwood Cemetery on Tuesday. Strapped with minimal details, investigators probe the broken lock and missing items from the office.
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Sydney
Rockwood Cemetery
Brutal Assault Allegation Sees Teen Arrested
A thirteen year old is accused in a brutal assault at Sane Souci. Police pursued him for nearly four miles before arresting him. He faces charges of indecent assault. Police found several articles believed stolen from a recent home robbery on his person.
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Trade in the Empire Spurs Conference Ratification Debates
The Associations of the British Chambers of Commerce in London urge immediate ratification of economic and financial arrangements agreed at the Imperial Conference. They warn delays could hinder trade development and help unemployment at home.
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British Chamber Call for Debt Relief to Britain
A Reuters dispatch from London notes the British Chamber of Commerce urging government action on wartime debt. It cites Britain owing 1 139 000 000 to France and Italy with high interest, and recommends negotiating payment terms with France and Italy to ease British tax burdens while debt is settled on fair terms.
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Council of the Asscciation
British Labor Troubles and Railway Strike Threats
Reuters dispatch notes Yorkshire and Northumberland miners voting to accept a national wage agreement. Mood across the country signals similar, with Labour leaders sticking to the offer. Liberal Tories contemplate division as party lines shift on enforcement and broader labor dispute risks.
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Annual Race Privileges at Armidaly Jockey Globe
MCARTHUR & Co announce at Armidaly and Newport Jockey Globe a public sale of privileges for the annual race meeting at AveLION. Event runs January 22 to February 8 with publican's booth and tea stall among offerings.
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