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Newspaper
Bega Budget
Location
Bega, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 27, 1917
Page
2
Chronicle-like notes refer to wartime contingencies in Australia with figures cited for allowances and bonuses. Mentions of figures such as £1,500 and £70,000 annual costs appear amid disjointed phrases about payments, salaries, and trade. The garbled text references allied leaders, ships, and economic themes but lacks clear context or dates.
Faint OCR reads indicate a budget discussion by ECA officials. Key figures and attendees are unclear, but the item centers on funding allocations and projected expenditures within the organization. Further readable details are needed to identify participants and exact amounts.
The article outlines a referendum result favoring moving the Postal Department to direct ministerial control amid calls for savings of about £430,000 in the coming year and ongoing criticism of extravagance. It notes past ministers in charge, argues for efficiency, and references the Postal Commission’s recommendations and figures from recent budgets and campaigns.
Sydney telegrams report government moves on liquor sales, naval and airline matters, and farm funding. Highlights include Cook’s remarks amid cabinet tension, a 16 miles flight by aviator Walton in 1 hour 54 minutes to Narrawool, and plans for a 6 million wool relief payout. Ministers discuss appointed commissioners and forestry training. Governor and minister discuss new forestry initiatives and inaugurations.
A fragmentary report outlines a Citizens War Chest Fund with plans for monthly allocations to support a list of named individuals and activities. The text references the Bank of Australenteay and a treasurer, along with appointing a collector and related procedural steps.
War cables from London report Germany pressing on with heavy losses as battles rage around strategic targets. An editorial tone warns only a united Allied response can curb German advances while acknowledging strains on resources and the impact on civilian fronts.
The War Service Committee held a meeting on Thursday presided over by the Mayor at the Cow Phawbers. Attendees included Parks, McGregor, We Pasie, A. Biot Sng, Bingemolyn, Lawson, Boardman, Hartisoe, Taylor, Daviz, and others. The session discussed the Win the War League aims, recruiting efforts, and a £47 surplus handed to the Mayor, with notes on receipts and future action. The departure of Mr. Davie was marked, and tribute paid to Private Merry, killed in action.
Fragmentary note shows a Mr Tindsl of Armidale pledging £100 to the War Chest Fund. It mentions others planned to contribute, but the readable text is incomplete and garbled.
Fragmented report describes widespread confusion and protests over shortages and government actions. Citizens, including workers and unions, voice criticism of policy and demand relief while authorities grapple with enforcement and public order amid wartime conditions.
A detailed record from a union meeting discusses overpayment credits, cooperation with North Goan Co to standardize daylight saving, and prices on local markets. It covers export readiness, debate on equitable treatment for exporters, parliamentary motions, and successor recognition for J. Parbery and the journal executive.
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