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Newspaper
Bega Budget
Location
Bega, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 14, 1920
Page
2
A moderate turnout at the Mayor led meeting discussed launching the local campaign for raising the municipal quota of the War Loan. Citizens are urged to assemble at the Council Chambers steps to back the 7500 share of the 25 million government loan for war and repatriation.
Officials urge raising funds from men and women of means who have not yet contributed to War Loans. Emphasis on fully subscribing to local ebire and municipal quotas, noting a notable difficulty in this direction and urging broad participation.
At Bega Quarter Sessions William Lewis Chas ONeill Ashworth A Johnson Ww Lewis and D C Robson faced Nimmitabel charges for assault and robbery of Teddy Ab Boon. All pleaded guilty with Badham defending. Jury of Moors Quinlan foreman returned a verdict of guilty. Court adjourned near 5 pm and to resume next morning.
Three matches this afternoon start at ten with eighty to one hundred players expected on the ground. Candela wins protest against Maunder for Gyms Shield and files a similar complaint over Candela Gap. Shining Stars meet Bamboka for the Bemboks Cup, with Lucas Snowdon and other players listed. Gym junior team faces Revere Chris Nolan match, while Royers contest early noon fixtures amid disputed lineups and forwards listed.
A grand Hospital Ball Wednesday night at the Agricultural Pavilion featured lavish decorations and a champagne auction by J Henderson. A sheep donated by Mr Gama sold for £14 10s and a second lot fetched £8 6s. music by the Rossell Band enhanced the evening while committees led by Miss Mollis Wren and Miss Ada McGregor managed the preparations, with proceeds anticipated as a substantial sum for the District Hospital.
In Oxford street Rexwood premises were entered by thieves who stole silk and crepe de chine blouses valued at £800. A separate tram incident saw a man fire shots at several passengers. the attacker was overpowered and later escaped. Detectives recovered a hat and coat tied to Mrs Ligovres’ husband amid inquiries into a murder case.
Paris dispatch says France intends to reassure allies by recognizing Wrangel. France notified Lloyd George of the move as Wrangel earns growing Cossack support against the Soviets, boosting hopes of toppling Bolshevik rule more than Poland, Denekin, or Golotback. Warsaw declares it will not accept a dishonorable peace.
Fragmentary OCR notes refer to a local figure or nickname Swamp Tedlbe Aitenienes, with unclear context and dates. The text appears corrupted and may pertain to a Queensland cattleman or local trades. No distinct events, organizations, or locations are clearly identifiable.
A Sun report notes a Port Pirie Anti Exportation League conference in Melbourne on August Lith to discuss high living costs tied to exports. The plan seeks an organised offer to halt exports until goods return to prewar prices, with A.L.P. Carey announcing NSW delegates and others from Waterside Workers Seamen Marine Engineers AWU and the Trade and Labor Council invited.
The Melbourne Ape argues that whether America stays dry or allows drinking is not crucial to Australia. It notes half of Americans may drink despite Prohibition and that U S decisions won’t move Victoria to repeal its own laws or hinder vineyards. A large portion of Australians may see no offense in drinking.
The Soldiers Memorial Fund reports donations received to support the memorial project.Readers see listed contributors honoring veterans and enabling ongoing maintenance and ceremonies.
Owing to bottle supply limits Otton's Cordials to charge full amount on return of bottles. Tender notices for Public Works in Goulburn with August 1920 deadlines bid. Public meeting in Beresfield to discuss loan. Local firms list loans and contributions with Peace Loan noted.
Francis Birtles Film Enterprises Ltd registers with capital of 100 000 pounds to exploit Francia Birtles films and Parer and McIntosh footage. Shares rapidly taken up. Prospectuses available at Francia Hirtley Film Enterprises, Pict Street, Sydney.
To receive the Directory Report and Balance Sheet for the six months ended 20th June and to transact any other business that may be brought before meetings in accordance with the Memorandum and Articles of Association. By order of the Board of Directors, GEO JENNINGS, Secretary.
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