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Newspaper
Goulburn Evening Penny Post
Location
Goulburn, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 30, 1900
Page
2
The June 30 1905 issue argues for broad municipal reform in Sydney urging wider franchise based on citizenship, end to plural voting, and ward structure review. It stresses government accountability, criticizes the current system, and calls for timely action by the Lyne Government to empower ratepayers and modernize local governance.
The governor urged enforcement of school attendance laws amid 10 000 children of school age receiving no instruction and 40 000 not attending. He warned faulty law allows parents to evade duties while reforming the act could curb street activity and support a model capital with free services and advanced amenities for all citizens. The report also covers local court remands, a suicide burial, and notices about famine relief boxes and funeral arrangements.
A wet spell and heavy rain dominated the month with total rainfall about two inches. Temperatures ranged from 44 to 42 degrees. the year’s top figures list January through July, noting the half year as especially rainy. An Oddfellows Hall event next Thursday to Saturday will showcase wet weather pictures by J O Williams and Wybert Baceva, with views of cricket matches and other attractions drawing public interest.
The Rudd v McGulgan case opened in the Supreme Court of Sydney before Chief Justice and a four member jury. Writ issued by Alice Rodd of Corrawang to eject William McGulgan from four acres of freehold land at Currawang. Evidence and appearances noted, with the defence and plaintiff both represented. A football match adjacent faced postponement due to ground flooding. Goulburn Football Club and Callextor Club noted in proceedings.
A scrambled 19th century postal fragment from Corporal Loos of the Australian forces describes marches toward Mafeking, troop strength, and health concerns among horses and men. It also reports civic items, including municipal council debates, a railway loop project, and local obituaries, with references to federation timing and a range of regional notes and incidents.
A contemplative piece arguing wealth is earned by labor and must serve the community. It condemns unequal wealth, unemployment, and the moral cost of a system that favours the rich over workers. The death of John Munro exemplifies a failed civilization, urging a return to just economic principles and equitable opportunity.
Rosehill Braces and Granville Brakes headlined a bill featuring Tris Day. The Mohcco y Minstre Company opened amid light snow and cold weather with a lively performance by Gerard Millar and lively vocal numbers. A Friday encore drew strong attendance with a full company showing.
Early Thursday morning death occurred in Woodhouselee district as Mrs. Alex Melines aged elderly, long a resident. Survived by several daughters and sons with four named deceased, including Alexander Melines junior and Mee Wim Keith. Only partial readable details remain on family survivors and local connections to Crookwell and Cromwell.
In the Commons Mr St John Brodrick said a Chinese report from Peking to Tientsin dated Sunday last claimed Sir B H Bermounts forces seized a small arsenal with 40 killed and 70 wounded. He said Bermount had been extricated and returned to Tientsin amid ongoing fighting and poor health.
The Premier discussed Imperial Government plans to deploy part of the Australian Squadron for China service. He revealed a confidential cable, saying the Government had no objection to the proposal. Sir William Lyne noted that the Imperial Government could deploy ships without colonial consultation. He claimed Beluist authorities sought volunteers from the New South Wales Naval Brigade for active service.
The Defence Minister Mr Bee reports several offers from country volunteers to serve in Chile if a contingent is sent by the colony. No decision yet on forming or accepting volunteers. Lieutenant Colonel J Neild of the 7th Volunteer Infantry offered 300 officers and men for Chile, with three companies prepared.
Melbourne reports Premier O Le n received a cable from the Colonial Secretary in London detailing Admiralty plans to rush light draught ships to China. It proposes three vessels from the Australian Squadron, including Katoomba, Mohawk, and a gunboat, to aid life and property protection. Victoria offers 200 naval men, officers, and two field guns at its own expense.
In Banco Court Louisa Lawson sued Railway Commissioners over a January 31 tram accident at Circular Quay. She alleges injury after alighting the tram at the wharf while en route to the Manly steamer. Jurors awarded damages of £45 to Lawson in a case highlighting tram gear and alighting risk.
The British push to crush De Wet raids in the Orange River region while railroad lines are contested. Dutch railway officials ordered to leave the country within three days after treachery claims. Private G. E. Walker of the Queensland Mounted Infantry dies of fever at Bechuanaland’s Belemfontein.
In Lospom on June 10 reports describe a financial ride followed by numerous failures as vast sums are withdrawn from the bank. The crisis is blamed on Finance Minister M. de Vire’s actions raising prices and pressuring the Imperial Bank for stricter credit, disrupting advances. Also noted is a royal audience regarding young heirs and the Archduke’s marriage prospects affecting succession discussions.
The article reports Bir Robert Peel apologizing during a preliminary inquiry. He was ordered to find sureties for £1000. A May 3 cablegram published epithets directed at Mr. Youder Haydt, describing him as a “Bleckgoard” and “Bleckmailar.” The defendant attempted to justify his words but was paralyzed, and the inquiry noted his age at the time.
At the Imperial Commercial Congress a proposal urged appointing a Royal Commission to represent Great Britain and India to examine improving imperial relations. In New Zealand Australia a memorandum suggested uniting Cook Islands Fiji and New Caledonia with New Mealand as part of empire consolidation.
Indian Famine Relief Fund appeal notice lists donors and amounts, inviting further contributions through the mayor and officials. The ad, courtesy of the Peppery Post, notes gratuity and weekly acknowledgment in this newspaper.
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