Record travel time from Sydney to Melbourne set in record run
W Owsley rode a motor cycle from Sydney to Melbourne arriving same evening at Att ie, establishing a new record between the capitals and beating the former time by about one hour two minutes. The feat surpasses the previous Sydney Melbourne motor record held by Jethine. The event is noted with commentary on fuel and lubrication aspects from Melbourne officials.
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Sydney
W. Owsley
Melbourne
Bydney
Ows Dey
Motor Spirit
Abel
oMelule
Hospital Bill Sparks Heated Parkes Meeting
Parkes Hospital president Mr W J Keant and committee members clashed over a proposed Hospital Will introduced by Dr Arthur. Debate centered on funding and administrative costs, with critics calling the plan an added burden while supporters urged urgent action and reform.
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Parkes Hospital
W. J. Keant
Minuige
Arthur
Mili A
de Parkes
Anwnee
Yuwatian
Rudupdee
Etearge
Amos Miller
Prilchuei
Empart
Sydney
Keant
Piay
Cotton's Weir A Valuable Asset and Tax Proposals
A city council session reviewed farmers commission proposals on water conservation and irrigation. The Water Conservation and Irrigation Commission urged funding for the well project with a government grant and contributions from council and government, detailing cost splits and construction terms, amid ongoing negotiations at Parliament House.
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oMee
Water Conservation and Irrigation Commission
Parliament House
Lwin
Water extensions to cost four thousand pounds
A council delegation visited Sydney to review water extensions totaling four thousand pounds. The Works Department, led by the chief and the town clerk, discussed urgency, potential ministerial funding, and mapped positions on the works. The deputation reported back and requested a formal mandating to secure funds.
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Works Department
Counell
Sydney
Cornell
Thurads AM
Moyers Ald
Byrnen
Fenewalk
Malny
Malny Wn Mue
Mt Malyer
Cowls
Sod
Ifkhwioney
Hospital Legislation Sparks Local Hospital Association Protest
A local hospital association circular urges approval of a commission with a chair and three members to oversee hospital funding. It calls for governance powers to pay hospitals regardless of donations, questions board tenure until July after enactment, and protests the new act while urging government to legalize a lottery for raising funds.
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Metropoli
Cluuney
Pital
Ik Caytal Ta Relard Contein
Uloun and
Rifotts
Wnt
Ly Conalderst
Euhaldy
Wyse
Council approves river works plan with grant boost
The Minister and Commissioner endorse a project to repair the river works with favorable terms. They expect completion by October, anticipating improved water levels, reduced rent costs, and wider local funding to support the scheme. Citizens may contribute locally as the council foresees no heavy burdens on ratepayers.
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Hike Mithy
Vive Trust
Aly
Dura
Uo Tuterglow
Anton
Vlighlly
Tomming
Howe
Ae Connell
Rees
Benott
Emdorsen
Debenham Pipe Co bid for pumping station contract
Council minutes reveal Debenham Pipe Co Ltd pressed to take over constructing pumping stations under Department notice. The Chief Engineer and others discuss awaiting tender details and completion timing while the Department may oversee works to avoid delays.
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Debenham Pipe Co
Wis
Mayen
Ald
Burwen
Sydney
Debenham Pipe Co.Ltd
Asmed
Debenham Pipe Co. Ltd
van Hemert
Cannell
Debenham Pipe Co, Ltd
Tuck
Debenhan Pipe Co
Planetani
Cornelli
Itm
Department
Public Works Office
Gounell
Every Man Past 40 Should Take This Daily Test
A garbled health-advertising fragment promotes a daily test for men over forty aimed at restoring vitality. It mentions back pain, nervous freitubulty, and a ten day test, touting “power of restore health” and supposed user receptions.
Widow's Claim in NSW Workers Comp Case at Orange Court
In Orange on Friday the Workers Compensation Commission of New South Wales examined the case between Hirza Cecilier Court and McNeily Crampton and Mueshh Ltd. Commissioner Halliday presided with McIntyre and others for the applicant. The claim concerned Mrs. Callis whose husband died leaving a partly earned wage. the commission assessed compensation at £700 with a weekly rate around £1 and 2s, noting the widow had limited income and property.
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Oranod
New South Wales
Orange Court House
Hirza Cecilier Court
McNeily, Crampton and Mueshh Ltd
Orange Ige Petdeiau
Halliday
W. Fs Kelly
Wellington
McIntyre
Menara
Bawnon
Merce Callus
McNaltly
Yeapondente
Renpondente
Male
Kerr
Tor Hinband
Phomar Sutin
Sine
Aid Ha Tna
Noir Pierce Collits
Wight
Ihe
Father Ageult
Franski
Colilla
Fractious horse attack shocks crowds at Kon Tawa event
Reports describe a violent incident as a fractious horse charged during a public event at Kon Tawa. Injuries were sustained by participants including Whiteman and observers, with authorities detailing the animal’s sudden collapse and the ensuing commotion. Rescue efforts followed at the scene, then a hospital transfer for treatment.
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A. Hall
Royal Agricultural Show
Palings
Victor
Hordern Pavilion
W. H. Paling & CO. Ltd
V. A. Hugo
Rankin Street
Forbes
Cotton’s Weir
Commission
Byrnes
Tim Ses Ay Oe Honn
Oie
Tram
Broadway
Lachlan Street
Ita
Mitchell
Debenham Coy
VOM Amazinu
Labriou Mu
Ruddle-Agi” Aiments
Charles Joseph Mazar
Ns.w
Australia
Immergial Hotel
Phang
England
Casties
P. & O. Company
Hobert
Bombay
Whiteman
Oda
Billy
Mee Whiteman
Jock Mynn
Elven Abe Jobot
Mr. Whiteminn
Remy Hore
Glen Logan
Animal Atari
Gotton
Kennard
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