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Newspaper
Bega Budget
Location
Bega, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 11, 1918
Page
2
A fragmentary report covers widespread wartime concerns. It notes the destruction of a destroyer, discussions on conscription, the impact on local families, and references to German aggression and Allied responses, with scattered figures on industry and public notices amid a chaotic town scene.
On a Sunday in Wentworth Falls, David Jock and his wife Mire Emily Jane Joel vanished after leaving Cefy Iugsure and walking toward Lawson. Investigations traced the husband and wife to the area around Wentworth Falls as the search narrowed. the wife died from exposure after wandering the bush. the husband remains missing and theories focus on their abrupt split near the railway line before the hotel stay.
Translated wartime dispatches describe heavy bombardment around Morlencourt and Laclyte as German and Allied forces clash near Ypres and on the Flanders front. Reports claim Allied defenders hold lines while German assaults seek a breakthrough to renew major fighting. observers warn on possible evacuations if the front buckles under pressure.
The St John’s Chuyok parish held its annual gathering on Wednesday evening with Rev RM Tieyanty presenting the report and financials. Speakers including Mr. AL Glave and local officials outlined the balance sheet, key motions were adopted, and refreshments followed as attendees joined in National Anthem remarks.
Fragmented late telegrams chronicle Australian and Allied political tensions. Mentions Thien, Tabor leader, New Deal era debates, rewards for restraint, and labor unrest. Reports on Australian War Repatriation Bill terms, conscription talk, and parliamentary strife. Includes scattered names, places, and troop discussions amid domestic turmoil.
Board members met Tuesday with President Masare Haslingsen and others in attendance. Discussions covered cooperation for eradication of pests under the Prickly Pear Act, with secession of certain measures deemed necessary, and tasks including rabbit destruction work completed in three days. The Lupectne report noted pastures and water improving in nested areas, though some tiled land remained.
Fragmentary OCR text references a defense case with charges and fines. Names, places, and details are garbled, but hints at military or legal proceedings and penalties.
The document records a Bega District Hospital meeting noting that Mr J Beater accepted a pension related to government funding. It covers repairs to wear rooms, a proposed wardside purchase, and accounts totaling 68 16. The report lists attendees and items such as pantry dishes, fruit, and misc items, with references to rental income and month’s admissions.
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