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Newspaper
Laura Standard
Location
Laura, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 23, 1913
Page
3
A Basleroo train bound for a fair collided with a hot jump off, the wagon destroyed the logs and the rails. The train skidded into the rocks but a driver stopped it before the wreck worsened. No injuries or major damage were reported.
Fragmented OCR text mentions an endeavour programme with an unclear plan. It references an execution by a printing office and hints at proposals or schemes described as lazy or unwise. No clear dates or names emerge beyond Laura as a possible name.
A fragmented 1918 report from Wisrahare Forest notes evening light and unclear activity near a main line. The damaged text implies attempts to secure some form of personnel or equipment amid uncertain conditions.
A letter to the editor laments Liberal Union stance and party discipline, arguing for independence from caucus dictates. It cites Labour figures, calls for constitutional reform, and questions the Rev. Baymont’s positions while urging Grey voters to consider nonpartisan conscience over party loyalty.
A Chronia Chest complains about Weets at the Great Paupertiature dated February 6. The item notes ongoing disputes, with local figures referenced and a notable clash over chest designs and materials. Authorities are reviewing the claims and seek archival records to resolve the matter.
Sunday program shows Mat Barrer Cavece at 11 am and Rev B Tesace at 7 pm followed by EB Tomer events. The readable items point to a church or community schedule with two services and a later appearance by Tomer.
Yaansmey and Lava faced Yarrowie Oval Savacadey, visitors winning by 8 points. Scores show Larrre 9 goals 16 behinds to Yarrowie 32 behinds, with upcoming Boleros versus Witratars and a clash at Boclaroo oval. Notable players listed include G. Emlch, L. Walter, Kennedy, Lenman, Lehmans, Fuller, Cartin, Butea, Bille, Walter, Clowe, Lynch, McDonald, Mitchell, Sallsch, Scott, Sunman, and emergency contacts Bills and Leweia.
A fragmented programme lists matches by date and club, including Booleroo and Wirrabara teams such as Wirrabats Booleroo Yarrowia Yarrowie Loere and Wirrabars with several June and August slots. The schedule mentions players or clubs like Laura Wirrabats Lor and Lanre as possible participants and notes finals and prizes tied to July and August events.
The text outlines a 1018 period item about Woods Great Peppermint Oars used for coughs and colds, plus a party event and committee actions. It notes a joint effort to integrate two groups under a statute, with officers confirmed and funds allocated. The fragment mentions concerts, a league, and a vote by committees, concluding with a reference to Woods Great Peppermint Oars.
Council minutes show discussion on repairing the verandah footpath at French Street, responsibility for maintenance, and payment authorizations. Items included routes for water tasks, starved by attendance and absences, with references to Mr. W. Billas and Dr. Newman and the need to interview the town clerk.
A garbled note from the Fresunt-Same board records a previous Health Office meeting. The legible fragments describe reporting the premises and a health officer's task, but the overall actions or outcomes are unclear due to missing text and misprints.
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