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Newspaper
Goulburn Herald
Location
Goulburn, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1901
Page
2
The notice discusses land settlement and government inaction, outlining proposals for stock and transportation tied to settler needs. It questions policy effectiveness and hints at societal conditions affecting progress, urging practical steps and clearer leadership.
The text presents a fragmented, OCR distorted discussion of government modalities, officials, and reform momentum. It references centers of power, accountability, and public interest debates, with frequent garbled names and scattered terms suggesting a broader civic governance context.
GOULBURN AND DISTRICT HOSPITAL proceedings note staff wages and appointments, with an emphasis on payments, senior positions, and ceremonial duties. University examinations and public announcements accompany the hospital items, listing candidates and subjects discussed in a formal review setting. The report names committees, attendees, and notable figures associated with the events.
Fragmented OCR text mentions political themes and dates uncertainly. References to May and various proper nouns appear garbled, making it difficult to extract a clear event or outcome. No verifiable individuals or organizations can be confirmed from the readable segments.
A chaotic OCR fragment details arrangements about employment and politics involving several named figures and locations. The garbled text references ministers, MPs, work schemes, and social programs, with scattered mentions of bureaus, districts, and a looming debate. It remains unclear and partially unreadable but hints at job placement efforts and policy discussions.
A religious service at the Church of England held in the Hall on Horrkestreet featured Bishop authority and prayers for the century fund. The ceremony included a sermon by Reverend and choir performances as parishioners contributed to the missionary and cathedral restoration efforts.
A lengthy address by Dr Bares amid state politics channels debate on government methods, taxation, and reform proposals. He attacks expenditure while proposing free education, bursaries, technical training, and a nationwide industrial arbitration bill. supporters rally as critics urge decisive action before elections.
The Borough Council, led by the Mayor, discusses removal of two large trees near a building, arguing safety and foundation damage. Aldermen Jay Rogers, Ayling, and others push for tree removal, while opponents note economic and property concerns and call for a public inquiry or reconsideration. The session also covers street repairs, bridge closure, and notices from local congregations.
The Bishop of Newcastle and supporting clergy shaped a motion carried by acclamation at the council meeting. A plan to heat the cathedral with hot air pipes was approved, set to start next Sunday, pleasing attendees as winter weather remains mild.
Unclear OCR text fragment references a funeral or death notice with scattered names and phrases. Topics include billing, value of something, and mentions of individuals possibly tied to a memorial, but the readable content is too garbled to identify a clear event, date, or location.
An incomplete OCR fragment mentions survival and life with scattered words about being alive and a vague reference to a person or event. The readable text lacks clear names, places, or dates to identify a full news item or outcome.
A cold westerly wind favored a handicap pigeon match at the Olympic Ground, Goulburn, yesterday with about 100 spectators. Meyer won after 11 rounds, payouts totaling handsomely, and a banquet followed at the Hibernian Hotel. FWEEPSTREM SHOOTING saw multiple sweeping contests with limited entries due to weather, concluding around four o'clock.
Sport brief lists Saturday picks including Goulborn Jobeon South Hoets Wilacu MecDangal McGilvery Fenton Pollard ONeill Weaver Handley Kearns Martin Meir Alintur ers Hagis Boarnes and many others while a separate cycling section details Roxp Race handicaps from Pelican Inn to Olympic Ground gates with multiple named riders and times. A Melbourne to Sydney motor race talk is noted as possible next spring event.
In Goulburn Police Court Barons the Police Magistrate presided. J Ralph Kell pleaded guilty to driving without lights and other faults. A landlord case concerned premises near Merlanie Reemot a with Betts representing Adelbert Sich er. A sparrow club was formed at Cintra Hotel with officers appointed and fees set. traps and nets cost about £7, with members expected to supply birds for shoots.
A fire swept through the stores and offices of Momma Man Drothera Limited near Bridge Street. The blaze damaged two top floors and the roof, with extensive water damage to adjacent Mason Brothers and More owners. Firefighters faced dense smoke and explosions from cartridges as they evacuated and fought the flames. Several businesses suffered water and structural damage, including stationery and printing concerns, with property losses linked to the blaze and surrounding warehouses.
Fragmented General News items mention a late proposer event and a war related scene on Montague Street with references to Hel and a possible departure for Belgium. Various names like Sid Haude Will Hites and Will Hites are noted in erratic phrasing.
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