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Newspaper
Bega Budget
Location
Bega, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1919
Page
2
A garbled 1978 item from Budnby mentions potatoes priced at 44 pounds per something and references an active driver James Fanscombe. It notes a federal cabinet plan and referennial voting, with timing unclear and many garbled names and places.
A clipped note outlines budget topics for Bega with brief mentions of tax plans and municipal spending. It references local officials and a council meeting set to discuss allocations and potential reforms in the coming weeks.
Fragmented colonial newspaper text reports betting takings, a Monaro Shire death, and large sums in horse racing pools. It mentions railway freight charges, private ownership, and political appointments in Australia, with scattered notes on public events, sports, and military history.
The Autumn Races at Bridey were disrupted by persistent rain last week causing postponements. Affected events include public paddock changes and grandstand adjustments, with officials praising the volunteers who rebuilt and relocated areas while noting weather hampered the program and several trials were not run.
Fragmented report covers a horse meeting with Second Trial Handicap details, Binsloe Phase times, and results noting Bir Mingo's late surge to win despite a strong challenge. The piece mentions Hor, Elawuver, and other horses, with unclear dates, places, and officials, typical of a racing column with partial OCR.
The community mourns Mrs Tarlinton who died after a long illness. She was known for a wide circle of friends and relatives and her late husband and family. A funeral service is planned at 2 o clock in Cobarge with friends traveling to pay respects.
Fragmented lines report influenza impact with 188 cases and 1970 deaths in January across districts, plus 113,000 housing shortage amid overcrowding in Sydney. References to strikes in Victoria and political turmoil hint at broader social disruption and cabinet tensions.
A garbled Moorefield meeting report notes large Sydney attendance and notable performances. Maddy Christions on Randwick form impressed in the hurdle events while Comborah faced a strong challenge in the Korarah Staker. Ravich Girl reportedly in better condition defeated rivals easily, with other horses like The Destroyer mentioned for upcoming runs at Randwick and Moorefield.
The report describes a monthly gathering of the ball club at a riverside venue, noting discussions of recent matches and upcoming games. Members listed include team officials and several players, with references to past results and anticipated contests.
The Baga Municipal Council held a meeting Tuesday evening with Mayor Alas Brown and Aldermen Manning Piper and Boloton present. Reports discussed flood damage, street and bridge upkeep, gas and lighting issues, and a planned widening of a footbridge. adoption of the annual report and accounts were approved with debates on loan balances and future expenditures.
Seta Watt and Mr Bolen figure in a Monday matter noted by local watchers. The brief item records names and a scheduled event with little accompanying detail.
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