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Newspaper
Bega Budget
Location
Bega, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 12, 1906
Page
2
Fragmentary clipping mentions budget topics and dates with unclear references. Names, places, and concrete details are unreadable, yielding a brief, inconclusive item about fiscal matters in an early 20th century newspaper.
The article discusses the rabbit infestation threatening pastoral industries and the government and private efforts to eradicate it. It notes fencing costs, the plan to release a disease with Dr Dansyz to test on Broughton’s land near Newcastle, and concerns about the disease affecting other livestock and wildlife. It cites the risk of a national calamity if misapplied, and references private shooting as an alternative livelihood reducing rabbit numbers. It ends hopeful that the Budget’s approach could wipe out rabbits without taxpayer cost, drawing parallels to past eradication efforts in other regions.
An editorial style summary notes a major US court fight over corporate liability, with Rockefeller slated for the witness box and a debate on whether a company can be forced to disclose its practices. It also reports on a London butter market report criticizing Australian butter quality, contrasts with American butter, and discusses price trends and supplier dynamics amid regulatory scrutiny.
Latest telegrams report mixed market chatter with turkey and cheese prices, and curious shifts in poultry and egg figures. Civil and political notes include Commerce Act revolutions nearing gazettal, Labor fundraising plans, a NZ schooner disaster, a government surplus claim, land settlement push, a mysterious Albany death, and railway commissioner delays in Carruthers.
The Anglican Archbishop in Melbourne urges parishioners to provide lessons for their children as the Provincial Synod opens. Bishop Carlow continues support for the policy since his appointment, while Gunnedah Councillors are praised as conscientious. A claim for a damaged plate-glass window in the county chambers is discussed with a decision to return the insurance cheque.
A strong Egyptian patrol advances along the eastern Suez side while Turks seize the German steamer Odge 200s during unloading benzine and phosphorus and detain her for days. The German ambassador pressured Porte officials who claimed ignorance before re hoisting the German flag and towing the vessel. Reports confirm slavery among Indigenous people in northern British Columbia with many sold by relatives. The Interior Minister moves to stop the practice. Also noted are further Channel Islands earthquakes, Commons moves to cut Britain’s armaments, and a giant Christian conference in London uniting leaders to push for Sunday observance.
Sexaton Gray representing the Liberal League toured Wooma on Tuesday to form a central district branch and received strong encouragement. A Labor Party target tour lists aims to persuade Voters in Eden Monaro to re-elect J C Watson as member, challenging Austin Chapman for the seat.
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