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Newspaper
Bega Budget
Location
Bega, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 07, 1920
Page
2
The council debated a motion on the building costs and land value with figures cited as about £1000 for construction and £2000 for land. Mr Rodd offered cooperation and Mayor Mr.5 and others discussed responsibilities and possible actions to improve the situation.
The report references Mr Sid Sansom and Miss Mint Peart Hart of Bega marrying in Sydney last week under Governor Lord Forster. It notes a parliamentary meeting. mentions the Labor Party and unrest, with references to global travel, a large material distribution, and ongoing social issues in Australia.
A tense council meeting in Bega centers on a proposed war memorial and its control. Debates over funding and oversight escalate as residents urge a town hall solution, with officials weighing hospital equipment blocks and municipal stewardship for the project.
A chaotic council session debated 8 new nasal salaries for lupinin and various allowances totaling about £740 yearly. Calls arose to dispense with Filmors service and shift work to Masars Filmor. Disputes over pay for inspectors, clerks, and administrative staff highlighted budget strain and the urge to cut costs for rate payers.
The Bega council met Tuesday with Aldermen present to discuss road updates at Carp Ang Duckland and Newtown, emphasize river road improvement, and authorize minor works. The finance committee reported balances and waived Victoria Homes fees while debating gas, water, and wage costs and planning a public meeting and a Municipal Conference delegation.
Fragmented telegrams indicate the state government plans to assume control of Randwick Hospital. Reports mention political maneuvering, tax reform proposals, and federal law debates while noting a Melbourne protest over the Malay Peninsula property seizure.
Fragmented London report notes the Sion Fein ratiative discussing landing plans and government measures. It lists financial figures and a court case involving several named individuals, with shipping, prices, and duties amid a broader political backdrop and a reference to Lloyd George remarks on security actions.
The Moruya delegate group reported on racing club matters and a meeting with the secretary regarding results and affiliations. Discussions covered funding of 250 pounds for potential acts, the formation of a South Coast Racing Association, and the revival of committee activities from September 1 with planned meetings at a designated venue.
The Cobargo juniors team set to compete in the Cup event this weekend with players Hinde Hoo Gemoney Coombarlia Howard Mitchall Otton Coline Mexeoder Milobwl Miller Snow Bebaback Dickens Cobarge and Nimuijabe. Cobargo meets Candelo and Bree in a round of matches under governing rules with a likely late schedule by Mr Zingel.
Fragmentary OCR text indicates a Tennessee event linked to Otton and cardials with scattered names and numbers. Details are unclear. core items include a listed set of 30 paths or posts and references to Liat and wattle.
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