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Newspaper
Bega Budget
Location
Bega, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 07, 1920
Page
2
Readable fragments depict a chaotic report touching religion for youth, landowners and rent issues, Australian political notes, crime and court actions, dairy prices, drought impacts, and public notices. Names, places, dates, and entities appear in jumbled form, with references to the Salvation Army, local councils, naval figures, and Sydney events.
The Tortial meeting of the new Council held on Thursday saw discussion of mayoral duties and potential changes. Aldermen praised experienced figures like Nos Maanini and Siaioey while considering younger candidates such as Barh, Jewell, and others for the mayoral post, with endorsements and cautions about timeline and council relations.
A fragmented account argues that prohibition pressures Americans abroad to curb liquor use. It cites Canada’s alcohol policies, European influence, and incidents of wood alcohol poisoning linked to illicit spirits. The piece references figures like Str A Jobsteany and mentions warnings from New York and Sydney press, noting deaths and legal actions amid temperance campaigns.
Blurred OCR yields scattered names Piper Arley Blowleid Phillips and fragments. No coherent event or details to anchor a full item.
A damaged OCR legal notice references an act and an official order. It mentions the date January 10th, 1920, the 14 nations, and a directive by H J B Grime, Secretary, with party names unclear. The fragmentary text suggests land occupancy and a public action under a directorate.
Racing items describe Moroya Raves leading to the Phaet Draain's Cup, with Sauber Ladivy Mimer and others in pursuit, followed by results from the second day. The narrative notes Harvixon's ovation and details about the 6 furlong trials, lengths between horses, and final placings for several handicaps.
A telegram reports Port Douglas Wharf eroded, with a ship and inn damaged. A 17 year old, Gleacery, was attacked while walking home after a tram ride. Officials debate relief measures as shipping fears rise. Maritime engines strain under the damage and scene becomes chaotic.
Fragmentary report from London on a Dutch island and European internecine issues. References to Halland and Hindenburg appear as stray phrases amid garbled text. No coherent events or figures clearly documented.
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