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Newspaper
Goulburn Evening Penny Post
Location
Goulburn, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 18, 1925
Page
2
In a tense session the Governor's Speech prompts calls for a shorter working week and questions funding for promised measures. Debates center on income tax changes, pensions, and land reform while warning that details and funding must be clarified before commitments can be enacted. The opposition questions how money will be raised and warns against excessive borrowing.
A court heard a case over a union resignation and related payments. The defendant claimed he had resigned from the union years earlier and provided a £7 15s contribution. Witnesses described how the resignation was delivered and stored, with colleagues noting filing practices in railway workshops. The PM dismissed the case, and the defense sought costs, while Tom's team prepared their exclusion argument.
A dance to aid the 3rd Battalion Band will be held at the Drill Hall tomorrow evening. The floor is specially prepared, ladies provide supper, and Mr H Jones conducts the musical arrangements. A good evening's entertainment is promised.
The Bungonia Caves may be developed further per a letter from Leo J. Jones of the NSW Geological Survey read at the Goulburn Chamber of Commerce. He notes deep tunnels and past failed lower explorations, suggesting tourism and expert guidance could extend cave exploration with local support.
The Cuuk toi Choniter of Conmeree held a lengthy monthly meeting at Town Hill, Miamilay minh. Officers included President B.A. and Secretary F Adanin, with several councillors and a touring committee. Discussions covered local tourism camping reserves, public works, footpath safety, and potential Whit-holiday arrangements while noting approvals and pending reports from adjacent councils.
Fragmentary transit of wire items describes gate parts and southside auctions. A doctor is mentioned in a garbled context with references to machinery and a likely public notice. The readable content is too fragmentary to identify specific events, people, or places with confidence.
Fragmentary note outlines a bequest and related restrictions on applications. Incoherent phrases reference trotees, purchases, and a Batel en Iasingss entity, with unclear ties to Verge. Presents insufficient readable facts to identify persons, places, or concrete actions.
A man named Lewla died in the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital this morning after efforts by medical staff failed to save him. The incident details are unclear due to damaged text, but the report notes an attempted recovery and subsequent death several hours later.
The week began unsettled with wind and showers in parts, then clouded over with dust, and turned heavily overcast by evening. By Tuesday light rain and cooler winds brought a clearing and bright intervals, ending with pleasant sunshine and a cool breeze tempering calmer conditions.
A cryptic OCR fragment describes a race or run titled Five Mile to Groomings with a magnificent finish. It mentions names, streets, and odd phrases, suggesting disrupted text. The readable bits reference times, places, and equipment but lack coherent narrative.
Mr. Bavin resumed debate on an address in reply and accused electors of divisions over policy. He named Skelton and Isher, criticized the Prime Minister, and claimed 44,000 was needed to run railways, while denouncing attempts to restore order during a strike wave.
The Premier objects to a unilateral appeal and asks Parliament to consider a question about appointing Australian governors and state officials. A unanimous request is made to the Imperial Government regarding governance and precedence for state appointments.
In Melbourne on Bourke Street a police raid uncovered opium in a house. Officers found a Chinese Serhalat and an unidentified man detained as part of the operation. Witnesses describe a tense scene as authorities processed the premises and secured potential evidence.
Hobbs’s century era game summary shows Mobbs scoring on per field goal plays, with Belden and Tehaweem noted in parking lot context. The chaotic OCR captures a late scoring sequence and tense finish, mentioning Loupparking and Vb measures in a hazy closing.
A garbled OCR snippet reports a burglary at Ashfield with unclear details about thieves, jewellery, and a police or trial context. Names, dates, and locations are unreadable, leaving the core act and outcome ambiguous. Readers are urged to await clearer reports for specifics.
Fragmented OCR text shows unrest and demands among postal workers amid ethnic tensions and political strife. Mentions Shanghai, Mevagil, Willows, Naples, and figures like Sealy and Seaty. Outcome unclear due to garbled source.
In the assembly today the speaker announced that when the meeting was discussed the intended making some alterations in the report.
Mrs Baker was farewelled by the Ladies' Auxiliary with emphasis on her service. The event featured speeches by Mrs Lamblavitt Yunis and others, tribute from Miss Mindy CMs and Miss Thessilaral Breton, and a dessert reception. The gathering recognized Mrs Baker's leadership and thanked her for her years of dedication.
An obituary notes the funeral and memorial service for Cecil Middleton held at Al St Andrews Church on Sunday evening. The article expresses gratitude for support from the brethren and lodge members and mentions the wartime service and family affiliations.
Woe Moffert of Wayoetlont in a Bungendore work accident suffered a crushed hand after a faulty cable scale caused a shear and fall. Mr Murfett reached Ciuthurty and took the injured man to Dieteler Hospital for treatment and observation.
In the latest sports notice the Cricket Association announces new committee members led by AL Metin and AL Maller. WyoA,tte and Leopblikie are listed among those elected to roles shaping the coming season.
Friday afternoon activities at the Town Hall hosted by Town Council featured mis tim e of local social groups. Guests included Mrs Baker and Mrs Dixon with reflections on hospital board service and long time community involvement.
A report notes forthcoming changes in sugar prices with a 2 percent reduction and a net rate about £46 11s 9d, minus certain charges, effective from September. It mentions producers and merchants facing adjusted costs and questions whether the policy will extend to the intended consumer prices.
The provided text is a mangled OCR passage with numerous garbled names and sentences. Readable fragments reference individuals and actions but lack coherent structure, making it difficult to identify a clear event, outcome, or location.
A fragmented report outlines rugby league rewards for players and a veterans meet with various teams and figures involved. Mentions include SCOTT pial Vestiatig, Wilson, and a referee Mr. bale, with notes on medals and local memorials amid unclear text.
The Goulburn branch held its annual meeting at a local venue with ministers and officers named. Messrs led by Louwory and other officers discussed duties and future governance, aiming to define leadership roles and community responsibilities for the ensuing year.
The court adjourned its business on Monday and set a future hearing date for the Gemsburn Stedbetty case. Frank Guemer faces a belt commission matter while Gray and Sues are involved in stalled proceedings. A separate license case from Canp Dell seeks permission to erect a structure adjacent to a property. The issue involves installation plans and required alterations as requested by the inspector.
A report describes an early morning hold up where a man identified as Minvidas White enters a residence, demands quiet, and points a revolver at a resident while he surveys the home from end to end. No injuries are detailed.
The Milkee River remains stable while Monday’s rain prompts flood alerts. A caretaker at the Golf House warns debris buildup and rising water levels threaten foothill access. Officials monitor widening creeks as stormy conditions persist across the region.
Mrs Coax, wife of Me F Ge Cog, of Murat Street, died early morning after a long illness. She was the daughter of electing Ha. FL PL Steven, member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly, and lived in Vieworia. She served the Red Cross Society and Warrego workers, held hospital roles, and was active in community service. The funeral was held at Tirdinon cemetery with many wreaths.
A noisy OCR list presents names of successful candidates and staff at Our Lady of Ateacy College. The text mixes many garbled entries with scattered proper nouns, including several likely student names and institutions, reflecting a chaotic transcription of a college results page.
The event at Tom Hall featured attendees including Mrwea De Mieladhd, A. Abertay Win, Gordon Millan, Miss Te Me Bietgel, and Meth tells Trastrator Smnained. It noted death of Mrs. F Cox and discussed plans and changes for the society’s activities. The meeting referenced correspondence to the AJP and a Society, with aims to improve welfare work and reorganize efforts amid weather-related delays.
Gosford races yielded mixed placings in listed events. Delights and Happy Valley led a series of performances with several rivals like Winger, Willan and Midian also placing, while unplaced runners filled other divisions.
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