Forecasts for Rome Coast and Tablelands Tuesday
Forecast to 2 p.m. Tuesday Rome further ras on the coast and tablelands especially in the north east quarter. Fine other. Wise with variable winds.
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Newspaper
Goulburn Evening Penny Post
Location
Goulburn, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1926
Page
2
Forecast to 2 p.m. Tuesday Rome further ras on the coast and tablelands especially in the north east quarter. Fine other. Wise with variable winds.
A critical essay laments a wave of modernist magazines shaping Australian youth with European and American influence. It denounces a preciously titled children’s paper and calls for action to stem a perceived moral malady that could undermine Australia’s traditions and achievements. The piece notes building trades agitation for a 40 hour week gaining carpenter and joiner support.
A court recounts a case involving a stolen suitcase linked to a Jersey trip and a break in at a rail station. Defendants Masters and others faced charges including theft, drunken behavior, and possession of property found at the scene. Testimony described the events, with details on evidence and outcomes, including fines and adjournments.
The Genihunn Lavour League debated ways to attract members with a new view on meetings. Mr. BO W. Yates presided. Mr. T. Connolly raised the debate on future growth. a canvass plan and cooperation with local collectors were approved for broader outreach.
The death occurred at Queanbeyan District Hospital last week of Mr. John Griffithe an inmate of the institution for about a week suffering from pneumonia and pleurisy. The deceased who was only 41 years of age was born at Captain Plains and spent all his life in the Queanbeyan district. He is survived by a widow and several young children, the eldest of whom is 10 years old.
A string of social notices and personal tribulations fill the page. Alderman L Hodloway remains bedridden after a recent illness while visitors and relatives arrive at Manor Station and Belmont Flats. Names from Belmont Flats to Bungedeire and Yass appear, including weddings, engagements, and social visits, with guests and host families listed amid a flurry of courtly activities and community announcements.
Weekend gathering at Mercy Convent celebrated by the local community. Attendees included parishioners and officials with Bishop presiding. Following a Sunday service, a conference discussed future plans and church events as lay leaders and clergy participated.
Advice notes that enrollment rolls can only be obtained by personal application using the prescribed claim form available at post offices or Commonwealth Electoral Office. It advises consulting the Commonwealth Electoral Registrar or Divisional Returning Officer for the subdivision and to apply at the appropriate office.
Stephen Aligzard a 23 year old bootmaker from Sterne Street Goulburn was injured while riding a motorcycle in Cintanstrest on Saturday night. He was taken to District Hospital by motor ambulance with no fracture of the cheek bone but head injuries initially thought to include a fractured skull. Today hospital inquiry showed he was slowly progressing.
Inspector Sinclair led a night patrol after two gunshots struck a motorist’s car and narrowly missed a constable near Collector. A search of the area involved Sergeant Hamman and Constable McGrirth as authorities work to identify the armed suspect and secure the locality.
Coroner's inquest into Paul Broome's death in Goulburn Gaol concluded with a verdict of death by natural causes following complications linked to poisoning while in custody. The coroner adjourned the inquiry after noting difficulty obtaining statements from relatives and property concerns.
Mr. T H W Butters, chairman of the Canberra Commission, spoke in New Weastle on Friday arguing Canberra would be the Commonwealth’s best paying public utility as desmined increments accrue from the building project. He noted the commission spent £2,400,000 on orders in Australia and £104,000 on imported material in the last 18 months.
About 10,000 people viewed the annual Corpus Christi procession at St. Patrick's College grounds Manly on Sunday afternoon. Some 5600 adults and children joined in the event led by Mary to regalia, as the procession proceeded through the grounds.
At Randwick the winter meeting opened with HandWick Bo-tay and Hoesa racing under handicap conditions. Key races include the Land of Leisure event with winners such as Lille Queen and Clumsy, and a hurdle race where Piratis Castles and Jupiter led, with Jupiter shown at 12 to 1.
An ambulance attendant was assaulted during an incident at a fire station. The assailants slashed a rack and attacked the patient and crew before fleeing in a car. Police arrived as officers dispersed the scene and suspects fled the area.
In a Monday address Premier Mer Lyarns urged reform measures amid unclear details about the federal move. The speech touched on national labor and industry questions, with observers noting mixed signals about Government support and potential state reactions.
Fragmentary OCR describes government handling of immigrant arrivals in Australia and debates over deportation. Mentions British policy, provisions for detainees, and proposed action by authorities amid public debate on who should be sent back.
Two youths under 18 were arrested early this morning while hiding in a tuckseed roof of a block of flats in Mem Hench. They allegedly robbed two revolvers and attempted to bolt a prize fight. When asked their actions, they said they were waiting for a ticker, and they were charged with subberted firsts.
The Premier Mr Lang returns to Sydney after a five week absence. He will attend the State Cabinet meeting tomorrow.
Jamieson completes electric plant supplying whole premises with high powered light and summer power. A concrete bridge spans the creek to the house improving all weather access. Gardened approaches frame a botanical garden impression with landscape design of high order. Water is pumped from a concrete reservoir fed by creek.
The Australian team endured its first setback of the tour as England and the North of England posted a drawn match. Key figures included Crawford taking four wickets for 24 runs, while Australia’s batsmen struggled in the first innings with several top orders failing to fire. The test trial highlighted Samlam’s patience and Tate’s four wickets for 44 runs as England’s strength, with Larwood also contributing a key spell.
The minister for railways and the Railway Commission discuss defraying added costs from the 44 hour week affecting services. Thousands on federal unions work 48 hours under awards, while others observe 44 hours. Cabinet likely to consider the issue. Also noted: the Australasian Lawn Tennis Association will move its headquarters from Sydney to Melbourne.
A fragmentary wedding notice from a Gaelic region describes a May ceremony at Gregory's with a bride in pink and guests including family and bridesmaids. Names, places, and a grand reception are partially recorded, but many details are garbled. The piece evokes a traditional church wedding and social page flavor from an earlier era.
An article details the wedding of Miss Mes 0. 1h Woletee and Mr Sarci L. Wadia with the bride in ivory satin lace and Gael Fle] headpiece, and the groom in a North ogel suit. The ceremony included family guests and a reception marked by formal attire and high society pageantry.
An ornate coronation ball in Queanbeyan crowns Miss Cooper as queen amid a festival of titles and honors. The night features numerous attendees including Aldo Marele and a parade of titled participants, with notes of procession, roles, and community celebration.
Local health authorities report many residents ill with influenza in Goulburn this year. The outbreak is not virulent, with most cases mild and confined to home care. Hospital demand remains low as complications are rare and recoveries occur with rest and bed rest.
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