Water channels debate splits Walpewp shire ratepayers
In Walpewp shire East riding the council faced a water supply clash over channeling to extend a permanent supply. A public meeting backed channels 67 to 26, prompting calls to urge ministerial action. Le Couteur and allies protested, claiming improper mandating, while ratepayers south of the railway argued for or against the scheme and possible exclusions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Farrell
le Contes
le Couteur
Senier
Rees
Mlc
Onyen
Bimad
Melbourne
Water Supply Department
Murray
Grampians
Walpenp
Couscilices
Quem
Tyrrell West Branch
Counseillors
Tiega
Paiguie
Timberoo
Booka
East Nile
Mildura
Shire
Walpewp
Tiga
Paignic
Local and General notices from Whitnesday issue
The Whitnesday 27 October 1915 issue notes Walpetip Shire Council meeting on Friday to discuss completing works, promises full report on premises and business. It mentions the Journal of Agriculture article on Worker’s Compensation, questions about farmer and employee security, and town entertainment with soldiers seen off and a program by P L C. Lands Purchase Board replies to farmers about crop liens and insurance, with Crown Lands bailiff Mr G F M Intyre quoted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walpetip
Quien
Journal of Agriculture
Chrier
Lands Purchase Board
G. F. M.intyre
Crown Lands
Mallee
Tim
Amy
A Trip To Pinsares Show In Mallee Harvest
Visitors rode a special train from Quyen to Pinuaroo for the Pinsares Show. Crowds flocked to Garrah and Panitya, with 60 more boarding en route, despite crowding and late arrival. The Commercial and Pinnaroo hotels thrived, churches numbered eight, and stalls offered gold wire brooches, wooden-knobbed games, and confections. Exhibits overall boasted strong farm products, livestock, and dairy displays, with farm tools and horse events drawing praise as the town hosted one of its best country shows.
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Mallee
Quyen
Pinuaroo
Ouyen
Garrah
Panitya
Pimnaroo
Baily
Pinnaroo
B.C
Symes
Walpenp
Eho
Hurdies
Sunray
Goulbern Valley
Western District
North Eastern
Riverina
Lucerne
Wiltshire
Fragmentary note about a boxing match or bout
Incoherent OCR fragment mentions beating and a name Corey with Ebony context unclear. No clear event, date, place, or organization identifiable from the text.
Fragmentary Note on Consistency and Season Deals
A garbled fragment mentions added consistency and season deals with vague references. It hints at signs of scarcity and a possible partnership or offer labeled “Wok apo” but the meaning is unclear.
Referendum Details on Voting Roles and Enrolment
A fragmented notice outlines referendum rules and compulsory voting provisions. It notes the Commonwealth view on qualified persons, enrolment, and potential penalties, plus rolling inspection at the election office and a deadline for claims before 6 p.m. Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commonwealth
Tramsfers
Bes
MAM
Confused Letter Criticizes Road Spending by Parish Leader
An Advocate laments misused funds and ratepayer anger over road works in Weornack parish. The writer accuses local officials of bias and questions why rates are spent on favored projects, hinting at retaliation and urging prudent budgeting for the future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weornack
Ratte
Ted
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Gallagher Bros
Jim Weill Beomc
Whetten
Leslie Park & Don
Pickering-Sts
Shire of Walpenp
Ouyven
Peststry
J. W. Brownbill
ALDER
Marnie Loh
Vereen
Ave de Leula
Joan
Laveealtie Tates Tanuige Aenea
Director of Agriculture Inter
Ci Cauntances
Letore
Rocal Court of Petty Sex Sions
Mr. Eulget
George Brown
Wahl
Gamibier_S
Wis
WE. Bennett
Calpenp
Touhy Grifin
Bennett
Brown
W. J. Davie
Griffin
Ander
Marie Brows
Alyote
William Tbe
Monntain Knight
Meckoy
All Saints’ Church of
Engined
RERT
CDVES
Feo Duiss
Besson
Rue
Fevae Ul Bom
Quyes
Colice
Pabice
The
Oupen
Sualy Poe
P.L.C
iDeppesr
Pinsares
Corey
Ebony
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