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Newspaper
Bega Budget
Location
Bega, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 28, 1908
Page
4
The readable bits show a garbled line about a rap t, with stray letters and currency symbol. No coherent events, names, places, or dates emerge beyond a fragmentary reference.
An unreadable OCR fragment references indelible authority and a potential sale or event at a place called Howe. Names and specifics are unclear, leaving only hints of a legal or official action tied to a location and time.
At Monday night’s Bombala Municipal Council meeting the Mayor reported a proceeding under Local Government Act 126 against Clerk W J Fell for alleged embezzlement of council funds. Deficiency from January 12 1900 to February 1 1903 tallies at £27 5s 8d. Council urged action and dismissal of Fell, noting prior bondsmen and Fell’s resignation then reappointment in 1882. Temporary clerk W Beileiter proposed at £1 per week. plan to fix days for absences and pursue arrears collection before new books. Discrepancies in nightsuit accounts cited as settled. valuation duties by Fell concluded except for Appeal Court attendance.
A Tuesday evening concert at St Johns Purish Hall supported the choir fund. A large audience enjoyed an orchestra opening, a male chorus performance titled Hielfry Tower, and Mrs Bedford singing Por All Eternity. A humorous Domestic Squabbles duet drew laughter, while Archdeacon Mall's Cure for Rheumatism provoked cheers. Highlights included Mac Treascrey and Misa Brown, with several encores and a lively finale.
During the interval the Arch deacon praised the performers and noted Mrs. Champneys who had travelled a long distance to attend. The takings amounted to about three pounds.
Town hall gathering in Bega drew broad business representation to discuss relief from the strike. A committee was named to negotiate with a shipping firm to charter a vessel for cargo, while a Chamber of Commerce idea gained support though some opposed. A Union Steamship Co reply paused proceedings as a subcommittee prepared to report later.
The Cobargo district branch held its annual delegates meeting in Cobargo on Wednesday night. Six clubs competed with Dey River winning the trophy for £3108. Officers were elected including President Bate and secretary Bate who thanked the union for seven years of service. Funds were allocated to send a team to Candalo in 1908 and clubs were instructed to prepare pitches with earth and concrete as required.
From our correspondents a complimentary port al was tendered to MrS Boyd on Tuesday by residents of Quasi and district. The event celebrated his marriage to Miss Jones of Cobarge with a dancing and supper gathering hosted by district ladies. About 70 couples attended. Mr Boyd expressed thanks for the gifts and good wishes.
Bermagui reports a 2 cricket match win for the visitors by about 20 runs with Mr Brooks, the teacher, accompanying the Bermagul boys. The steamer Allowrie called with passengers but little cargo due to a strike, stocks dwindle at local stores, and labor is a talking point ahead of elections. A send-off for Mr Bert Smith was held. W H K Hickson is seriously ill. dry weather affects water and stock. A meeting at Annetts Hotel on Saturday borders mutual interests of workers.
The Cobargu garden fete at the rectory routes on Wednesday enjoyed a successful event. The ladies cricket match was the main attraction, with a complete victory by the ladies. Cobarga Tilba Quaums and Dig nac's Creek were represented, and the venue featured decorated stalls, fruit stalls, and a museum.
Valuable private museum and Mr Watson praised for schooling pal management. Quaama Cricket Club lent material for a successful Cobargo afternoon match. Six tons of butter stored at the Cobargo factory amid a strike. Show ball takings near £33. Mumulla Shire Councillors concert planned April 5 at the School of Arts. Miwambra and District Progress Association held its annual meeting with new officers and an encouraging annual report. Telephone line work anticipated. meeting night moved to the first Saturday monthly.
The Pambula Amateur Dramatic Company presented the amusing comedy Turned Up at the School of Artes hall. The cast included W Cole C Willina W Herman M McGuire F Mathawa J Pollack and Miss M Cornell among others. Proceeds will aid school children and the audience gave a hearty reception with a post show dance.
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