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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Age And Queanbeyan Observer
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 17, 1920
Page
2
The speaker Mr Wearny argues that progressives should vote their conscience without ironclad pledges, warning that party dominance undermines government by the people. He condemns ironbound pledges and urges electors to rebuke lawmakers who submit to party yoke.
A garbled 19th century style text discusses labor issues, government policy, and railway company roles. It contrasts views of progressive lenders with those of ministers, debating workers, qualifications, and industrial progress amid unclear names and dated references.
Fragmentary 1914 to December 31 records reference cowardice and desertion among troops. Mentions Vincent Poel and Heine of Lands with statistics on men in various statuses during the war period.
A Canberra era address praises Mr Studdy and Mr Campbell for boosting the Asociation. Speakers recount educational efforts, welcome home events, and plans to fund a grandstand to support the Floral Capital project in Queanbeyan and the surrounding district.
Queanbeyan riflemen defeated Gowburn by 12 points in the Yerrelumia Cup match held Saturday. Substitutions and coaching notes noted, with Mr O Meills and Mr F Campbell presiding as officials. Final scores listed on match sheets amid celebratory chatter and call for Shobee for the cup presentation.
A P and A Association committee meeting in the Council Chambers last Saturday prepared the upcoming parade arrangements for the 22nd of the month. Subcommittees drafted the schedule at 2 and 4 pm with new President A G McKechnie guiding changes, boosting Poultry prize money and overall improvements.
The report covers a mixed set of results from Sydney and Queanbeyan clubs. It notes wins in rifle and football matches, rugby league, and a golf tournament, plus upcoming cups and handicaps at Warrigal and Queanbeyan clubs.
A memorial service honors Reverend Mevllehert and staff with hymn singing and a sermon by Mr DeCillen. The tribute praises unwavering faith, service to God, and devotion to parishioners, noting the late leader’s courage and impact on the community.
An aeroplane will land at Queanbeyan Showground about 1 pm Thursday to aid the Monee Loan campaign. Pilot Lieut Kovac and others will appeal for subscriptions. Admission is 1d with schoolchildren free. After expenses, proceeds go to Queanbeyan Hospital.
The Jocal Repatriation 1 ended at the Willia recreation ground on Sth instant as funds were raised amid absences. Photographs of Privates Cotter and Gregory honoring their sacrifice drew attendees. Morus and others led the patriotic committee while Williamsdale faced tennis match results. The body of Michael Shanley, a sheep drover, was found six miles from Kiandra after a snowstorm.
A fragmentary report records a club meeting where members discuss motions, secrecy, and governance. The text notes general dissatisfaction, appointment of a committee, and questions about attendance and procedural rights. It hints at ongoing disputes and potential actions by the secretary and chair.
Fragmentary note describes the burial of Moy KL and mentions Mr and Mrs A K Mover and others linked to the family. The text hints at a funeral, grief, and community ties as mourners reflect on the deceased and the support of loved ones.
Triumph Pictures will screen a mixed program tomorrow night featuring Mert Davies in Home Town Girl, Vivian Martin, and Saturday. The entry promises a varied lineup and notable performers for local audiences.
A garbled newspaper fragment from Bungendore Sydney and Tumut blends political maneuvering, local court and tax mentions with social events. It references resignations, a ministerial program, a church euchre party, a hospital committee meeting change, and a Triumph Pictures showing with local names and dates obscured.
Fragmentary telegraph text suggests concerns over parliamentary vacancy and the Chief Electoral official's ability to conduct by elections. Readers are urged to await formal declarations on electoral processes.
Foe Selway reports his business, Stany Tannery, located at Botany was completely gutted by flames last night with damage unseen in years. Fire crews battled the blaze but the site suffered total loss. No injuries reported.
Dooley stated yesterday that prices of meat will fall by three pence per head in Sydney this autumn as land imports arrive and stock of frame mutton is purchased.
A local peace loan update notes progress toward the targeted total. The figure shown indicates a substantial amount raised so far, reflecting community support and ongoing fundraising efforts.
The diers Settlement Royal Commission session is postponed as Mr Justice Street is indisposed and unable to attend. Officials reschedule proceedings to a later date.
The Sync branch of the Federal Main Stewards and Pantrymen's Union received a recommendation to the Australian Trans Union. It urges affiliated bodies to retire and mobilize men to transport to the war theater if the Allies declare war on Russia.
A body of a man aged about 60 was found on the western side of the Macquarie seventeen miles from Jaburet. He had crawled a distance before he died. A handkerchief marked Don Rose was found in an empty bag nearby.
A Washington message says the Japanese reply to the Sagablien Island matter is unsatisfactory. It is believed Japan is not receding from any position she assumed and to which the United States has taken exception.
A meeting at Sutton Hall on Saturday night decided to hold a bull for the piano fund on ard September and one for the hospital fund. Weather notes report heavy snow, severe nights, and foxes destroying many lambs as stock conditions are noted for the period.
At the Brisbane levee and investiture by the Prince of Wales Jim, eldest son of the Federal Member, was decorated with the Order of the British Empire. The ceremony honored his service and his family name was noted in attendance.
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