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Newspaper
Bega Budget
Location
Bega, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 11, 1916
Page
2
The article discusses wartime mobilization, public meetings, and political speeches in Sydney and Melbourne. It notes protests about conscription, calls for volunteers, and statements by officials on national policy. The piece references economic measures, shipping, and labor market impacts, with emphasis on Australian home front sentiments.
The dispatches describe intensified naval movements near New York and Nantucket with Allied ships patrolling to protect neutrality as nine vessels are reported sunk by gabenacines. A subtler note mentions conscription debates within the Catholic Church and Archbishop statements guiding patriotic sentiment. The piece blends wartime intelligence with religious commentary on service and national duty.
Private Higgs, wounded at Gallipoli and Anzio, returned to his hometown to be greeted by neighbors and officials. He suffered a shattered leg and loss of an arm replaced by an artificial limb, and spoke briefly despite pain. The community and mayor praised his courage and hoped more veterans would come home soon.
Fragmented telegram reports a heated discussion on conscription, with Methodist leaders and attendees debating legal authority and policy. It mentions Wyet, Jenner, Gardiner, and a presidential stance, noting efforts to avoid a formal meeting while addressing the issue. The piece hints at public sentiment and recent counts of affected individuals.
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