27 May 1922
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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 27, 1922
Page
1
The General Executive of the New State Movement discusses a 1500 prize for the best amendments to the Federal Constitution and a model constitution for New States. Debates revolve around central versus state powers, railway and port control, and safeguards for rural development.
The New State plan contrasts with Unificationist aims by requiring written constitutions for each state modeled on the United States plan and allowing states to draft provisions reflecting local conditions. It argues a written constitution guards citizens and limits politicians, with states choosing their own fiscal and legislative arrangements while seeking federal cooperation. The Central Executive invites leagues and newspapers to study the proposal and respond to the Monetary General Secretary.
A confused historical note describes a raid at Armentieres and a later firefight where Australian prisoners were captured. The account claims a raid by Austrians and fatalities among about 100 Australians, with details about a weapon being seized during the clash.
A clipped report notes 70 year old Mrs Wolmes of Cleethorpe and Mr Thomas Holes of Wollhamm arranging a marriage for 150 applicants. The ceremony was postponed after the bride expressed disappointment and the groom appeared unsettled.
A fragmentary wartime voice outlines cooperation and state action, praising railways, wireless, and reform while urging federal government backing for producers. Mentions Australia, public works, and civic effort alongside references to ministers and political figures in a murky discussion of national policy.
In St Paul a spectacle erupted as women jurors accompanied by husbands crowded the county courthouse. A juror was fined for contempt after protesting a delay. Mrs Josephine Brown gave a vivid two night account of the ordeal describing sleepless discomfort and husbands loudly jeering. The incident prompted the state deputy governor to vow no wife will be summoned to serve alongside her husband in a jury room.
Fragmentary ad copy touts a cheap bean meal as a cure and preventative for various ailments. It claims a “Pinte” remedy, with references to Crown's Clare E and Domm's Huntment, offering instructions and prices in early 20th century style. The excerpt mentions trials, pregnancies, and medical claims amid promotional language.
A garbled request notes weekly rent payments and aid contact. It mentions contacting the secretary, a Thursday deadline, and a West Maitland phone number for assistance with housing and purchases.
A business notice announces TLAVING has taken over the BATT LERY and HAR? 445, stating there is no plan to change the core operations. It pledges the same strict adherence to all orders, assurance of continued workmanship quality, and seeks continued patronage from existing customers.
British aircraft are being shipped to a Swiss firm for a notable Alpine joy ride above the Alps. A London aerodrome reports life efforts for a Mr. Marie and the pilots. Machines are moved from London toward Switzerland by personnel crossing the Pyrenees to reach Spain under government coupling.
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