Taxation Proposals Face Rough Passage in Legislative Council
Read as a 1900s parliamentary note the piece argues the Taxation Bill will meet a tough path in the Legislative Council. It discusses retained principles, feared changes to tax on wages, incomes and profits, and the political infighting over industry taxes and Child Endowment funding amid opposition to wage-based levies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Legislative Council
Stat Lta
Lang
Bavin
Mc Bavin
Dubbo Market Trades See Mixed Cattle Prices Rise
Quoted quotations show cattle prices steady with last day, feature strong demand for prime steers and heifers. Industry notes buoyant by forward contracts, with several firms reporting cautious optimism amid differing regional rates.
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Dubbo Stock Market
Lectin Brow, Ltd
Yous
Eoete
Althoweh
Maattik India
Loara
Breraamtboy
Prosecutions Target Forbes Land Battle Over Rat Infestation
The Casey County board pushed summer cleanup at the Forbes property after a Friday meeting. Directors named Robe Laning and others to enforce stricter controls, with Westbury and Hogan teams tasked to impound and remove rodent habitats.
Forbes People And Places In Local Notes
Mr Blreh of Calarte is a patient at Crombie private hospital. Mrs Huey’s friends learn of her visit to Crua ble private hospital. Miss Edna Quinn holidaying in Parhwn. Miss QPtMdA of Norte FIT plans a visit to Sydney. Directors named at Forbes P.P. Board meeting. Mrs Stevan visiting Randetek Lax. John and Lat send word of a visit. Cameron, manager of Lee Bank, recovered from a parmonia attack. Local theatre attendees preparing for a Sydney trip.
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Mexon Heinke
Thurs
Om m Felt
Mew F. McFarlan
South Forbes
Air Po
Norte Fit
Win ‘Woot
Viainge Rity
Wighton
Timmthy
Chixtolss
Batunlay
Sydney
Palace
Forbes
Brentwood
Uilin
Miu Street
Milas Marsh
Jolie Meagher
Urnant
Vorbes P.P
D. Low
B. JC. Speck
R. H. Heddle
Cobley
Ant
Bolum
Ender Wood
Laeir Huughiers
Tetta
Grange
Sy My
Cameron
Ve Lava
Lee Bank
Australana
Ing Forbes
Ahenie
Byd‘ney
Messrs. J. Reid
N. McColm
Geo, Canty
C. Rath
J. Girdham
Wheat markets in Sydney seeing dull trading patterns
Fragment describes wheat market activity in Sydney with uncertain demand and mixed futures. It notes delivery at various price points, January and December movements, and totals withdrawn from country stations, hinting at overall weak sentiment and limited gains.
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Sydney
Frbney Way
Erwin
Fiytney
Felrice Abd Myrah
Natal
Car overturns injuring five on Dariars Road yesterday
A car overturned on Dariars Road yesterday causing a woman to be killed and four others injured. Witnesses say a tire blew out and the vehicle rolled several times before coming to rest on the roadside.
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DaTiaras Road
Diggers Meeting Club Rooms Tenancy Settlement
Members of the Forben and branch of the Returned Soldier League plan to take over Jemalong club rooms after renovation and a joint decision. The group lists several members and notes a fund of £38 toward restoration costs. A donation of £40 and other funds are recorded, with balances shown and a request for further support.
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Forben
The
Returned Soldier League
Jemalong Club
Turbulent Parkes Council meeting elects Ald. Cooper mayor
A Friday afternoon Parkes Council session grew heated over the mayoralty contest. Ald. Cooper emerged as the new mayor amid curses, accusations of past graft, and demands for cleaner governance. Spicer and others challenged rivals while the ex-mayor and ex-council members defended previous actions. The vote concluded with Cooper secured and thanks offered amid lingering tensions.
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Parkes
Fternoon
Ald. Keant
Ald
FW. Spleer
Caucunen
Hanlon
Couoeh
Anzac Trust Fund committee appointments noted
A. J. Gunn and W. Thomson were appointed as members of the Anzac Trust Fund committee replacing those who had left the district. Alderman Meraghty and Keast are mentioned in discussion about town improvements with Spicer asserting open dialogue.
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Masare
A. J. Gunn
Wi Thomson
Ae Mer Born
Anzac Trust Fund
Mother Machree in Fox Films’ Mil a Johnson Dramatic Story
Readable copy mentions Mila Johnson in a dramatic role in Fox Films’ Mother Machree presented at Strand Theatre. Describes Johnson’s tender performance and strong screen presence, praising her handling of emotion and supporting cast. Notes other actors and potential future projects.
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Johnson
Devin
Mother Sachin
Fox Films
Mila
Johnson Young
Theatre Wat
Wotlog
Wa Sthstur
Swat Ali
Stella Pullen
Sureoulard
Taus
Jen
Slory
Kenny
Philippe Dee Lacey
Por Somerset
Kortney Wikleirand
Mayo Iwuonioy
Dolly
Alway 'He Secoum
Wheat Output Figures From December Siding Totals
Readable figures show wheat tonnage received over the week ending December with totals per siding and town. Names of towns such as Namnngiton Wag Suis and Namanitinw are listed with hundreds to thousands of bags and dates like December 4 and December 7.
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Inet
Wodnanday
Okbek
Lowing
Suis
Tiphorne
Han Honounibla
Alwitawar
He Mickibel
Forbes Scouts Play Parkes Cricket Team at Woodward Park
Forbes scouts defeated a young Parkes cricket team in a friendly at Woodward Park. Visitors enjoyed a social at the Mavonio Mail with arrangements by Main Mode. Dancing and entertainment followed, and Mr A E Matchinson accepted the salute on behalf of the Hoea! seat.
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AeiMnung
Tam
Aoutrom Fores
Ander
Poevol Lander
W. Kekne
Wan Tm Pak Woo
Beauty
Woodward Park
Mavonio Mail
Mian Mode
Wish
A. E. Matchinson
Seunetn
Weather records and trade ad from Advocate Office
Weather readings show Saturday and Sunday crowds at the wall reserve with temperatures around 62 on Saturday and 89 on Sunday. The fragment notes May readings and mentions trade offers for high grade rolled Brit plates and a pale trade. Apply to Advocate Office for particulars.
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Fly
Emean Biatiowly
Wall Reserve
Tver
Rubiners Ang Omco
Advocate
Ex alderman shot in Waterloo murder incident
Robert Prophett ex alderman of Waterloo died from a stomach wound after a Saturday night shooting at the George Hotel area. Thomas Garvey was detained for the murder amid a barroom brawl that escalated into gunfire as Prophett intervened to separate combatants. Prophett collapsed, a street chase ensued, and he died Sunday morning as investigators pursued the shooting’s motive and participants.
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Rydney
Robert Prophett
Exalderman
Waterloo
Booth
Rydney Moepital
Thomas Garvey
Bee
Prophett
George Hotel
Allanbath
Aid
Wellinston
Stogiach
Suka
Andre
Alan
Har Loritni
Galting
Fin Hotel
Elizaneth
Sergi
Parmnter
Coustabin
Redfern
Xbroni
Costly delays in ice exhibit funding alleged by press
Police inspector Woods rejects claims of waste citing a public exhibit plan. Report claims delays at police station caused public funds to be wasted. The inspector notes exhibits were stored at Morben and that Mr A Treanor charged 780 for the display costs to taxpayers.
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Woods
Buckley
Pole
Morben
A. Treanor
Diggers' Cricket Match Amid New Year Turmoil
A fragmented report details a diggers cricket match between Grenfell and Forbes in early January. The text is garbled with names and phrases, but indicates tension about a potential confrontation or decision affecting players and outcome, hinting at an opportunity or change in status.
Death by Own Action Buried in Hockey Club Funds Shortage
A probe into the death of Thomas David Lay, secretary of the Muaindlo Hockey Club, reveals a missing £200 and a £184 shortfall. Investigators report a suicide by the Race Secretary amid financial irregularities, with the area facing debts and a planned repayment by December.
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Race Secretary's End
David Lay
Muaindlo Hockey
Rabbits Multiply Amid Harvest Threats Fears Rise
Officials note rabbit numbers climbed in the coming months. They warn new litters and young does pose increasing damage as farmers struggle with harvests. Dirs Beddie and Low observe many kittens and rising populations despite trapping efforts.
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Dheir
Beddie
Dir Low
Burtons and Rowelilf Weddings Reported In Vague Notice
An itemized wedding notice references Burton and Rowelilf with scattered names and dates, noting a ceremony in the evening and involvement of family members, but the fragmentary text obscures specifics such as full names, locations, and formal announcements. The readable parts indicate a marriage event with multiple family participants and ceremonial references.
Italy Ready in Event of War
Fragmented OCR copy mentions Italy preparing for potential war and references the Kellogg Pact. The garbled text names various places and phrases, but reads as a wartime preparedness statement with a focus on avoiding conflict and maintaining European stability.
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Italy
Christmas Tree Auction Promises Odd Motive
A fragmentary notice describes a Christmas tree sale or auction dated near a midweek event. The garbled text references a motive to purchase a ticket in exchange for a gift, involving named places and persons, but specifics are unclear due to OCR issues.
Film Flashes and Frayed Credits at Local Theater
A ragged fragmentary review notes a chaotic show titled The Melt Hemuas with Fay Panapten and a cast including Righaer vie and Marylal adapting a wage play. It mentions Thurwilay Night performances, TL amblers, and a quirky stream of misread names. The piece hints at a retrospective of vintage Broadway style.
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Maller Meter
Dave Grey
Udon
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Parmant
Tie Coentry
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Julia
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Diggers’ Meeting
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F- Hunter
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D Cox
J. Shen
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J. Hauser
Bungee
Mr Dust
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Ala
Cooper
Bolen
Spicer
Ata
AM. Cooper
Wren Manera
Ald. Meraghty
King George V
Forbes Scouts
Weir
Diggers
Grenfell v. Forbes
Utah
Nancy
Jeanie
Eam Wong
Moore
P.P
Burton—Rowelilf
Johns Huey
Wililmin
Ste. Sager
Willy Fis Horton
Sroek
Hora Harman
the King Sunday's Bulletin
London
Daily Chronicle
Mussolini
Bawilox
Bignor
Muuwebini
Maine
Mattie
Christman Troy
Phil Dean
Tayler
TiajoMie Halas
Tela
Alu Charon Nolangy
Po Hubba
Mary Tertile
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