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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Age And Queanbeyan Observer
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 20, 1920
Page
2
A Broken Hill judge laments selective enforcement as mining strikes and big offences go unprosecuted. He argues laws favor minor acts and gambling while major community harms like strikes and resource loss go unchecked, eroding public trust in justice. He urges reform to unify legal application and curb impunity.
A lively hospital ball at Wichelage featured music by Fairme and Mewaee with the native Aerie gradbeered Mi wmyay ont W Weger. Guests enjoyed the evening, with warm thanks voiced to organizers G. Mervison Warre and Colinton for their help and presence, while prizes were awarded to winners noted by Higgins and Hoyts.
The Bille shooting club reports a donation of 41 1/1 for a forthcoming competition. Secretary Tsay confirms funds are available for entry and related expenses.
Queanbeyan residents expressed disappointment as the touring aeroplane connected with the Peace Lawn Campaign failed to arrive. The aircraft met with an accident, delaying the visit and plans for the event to a later date.
On Tuesday last before Mr Shropshire PM the Court of Appeal met at the local Court lower with town clerk Mr H Hinckeman and Mr O G Morris present for the Municipality. Mr A Silva appealed valuation of four acres run to the item Batato. He claimed the Latabas supposed against the valuation of his land adjoining the hospital and asked to reduce from 4140 to 460. The Magistrate discusses all appeals.
A hero plane collision occurred at the Ponce racecourse yesterday morning as Captain Wrigley and Corporal Inve attempted takeoff. The aircraft sustained a near total wreck, yet both aviators escaped injury.
The article notes the Mears panel of wey Mais at 16.90 and mails reaching Campbelltown by net evening. The Prince conferred titles including Knight Commander and roles in the Victorian Order. A tribunal was appointed as threats in the coal-mining industry were averted.
Annie Birkett was committed for trial from the Central Polio Court in the afternoon on charges related to a man-woman case dated about October 1 1017. Josephine Crawford Falleni confessed to the authorities crying throughout the proceedings as the case unfolded.
The Chief Inspector reports a significant revenue gap with only 27 percent of the anticipated sum collected this season, prompting concerns over budget shortfalls and fiscal planning.
Fragmentary report discusses German possessions in the Pacific and a debate in the House of Representatives over mandates south of the equator, touching on foreign war policies and proposed changes to customs duties. It notes a contention that current practices lose Australia about £1,250,000 annually from imports from America and Japan.
The fragment notes Tramph Pictures presenting All Wrong a 5 000 drama and Bryant Washburn in Talk Sent a 7 008 are stereo streetone for Blowing Bat comedy, illustrating what Australia has done for our boy. The foregoing to be shown at the ample Pictures tomorrow.
Eleven ex Duntroon cadets served with regiments under Aldershot command. Eric Dunbar stationed at Minden Barracks starred at the Army Athletic Sports at Queen's Avenue Aldershot winning most events including the champion hurler title with a record 100 yards in 15 seconds.
Mr. E Higgins junior of Michelago was robbed and assaulted in Oxford Street Sydney last week. Believed dead, he was carried some distance and hidden up a water pipe. The case is serious and under police inquiry.
Lieutenant Robertson a doctor known as The Ansec Dare-Devil and Sergeant Barry left Goulburn on Webley aeroplane and crashed at Crockwell on arrival while attempting a rise for an exhibition. The machine struck a post and collapsed. airmen were released and found unhurt.
The death of Mrs. McAlister drew an immense crowd in Hungadre for her funeral shown by many wreaths and tributes. Beneath steady rain mourners gathered as soldiers and townsfolk paid respects, with Rev Father Power leading the Burial Service and a posthumous display of sympathy from neighbors and organizations.
Colonel William Abernethy reports the death of his father James Abernethy aged about 100, former Church of England schoolmaster in Canberra. The long-time resident contracted influenza three weeks earlier and died quietly, leaving a large family and memories of 활life in Quinebean and Queanbeyan.
The readable fragments reference broad themes of gender, colonial empire, and national symbols, mentioning Australia, the Union Jack, and oathlike phrases. Despite scattered sentences, no coherent event or clear individuals emerge, leaving a rough mosaic of conjecture about cultural and political topics.
Reports from the local Lanai tourney announce strong spectator turnout as players like Collutt and Keeffe put on exciting racquet action. Football draws attention with Whyte Cup plans and a Duntroon Externe clash slated in Sydney, while skating carnival buzz and a polo pony transfer from Yass to Harden inject regional enthusiasm for weekend events.
The article discusses Canberra as a proposed national capital, noting arguments for and against its location and the role of federal, state, and imperial authorities. It highlights opinions on urban planning, housing for workers, and the political implications of moving or creating a central seat of government, with emphasis on national unity and regional balance.
Reported event notes a gymkhana and dance with Major Noumo leading the program. Entries include riding horses for polo, with a polo race shortened from five to four furlongs. Attendance expected at the Weld Dantron gathering.
Major General Ryrie, K C M G, received the Defence Minister title during a private ceremony on the Renown. General Bie Granville Ryrie and Lady Ryrie accompanied him as the Prince of Walne attended in the Imperial barge, stopping at Hythe and Mano Wee.
The Coal Conference adjourned on Wednesday with no agreement. Delegates announced they rejected the miners' demands for shorter work hours and higher wages, arguing such changes would raise coal prices. They advocated appointing a tribunal to thoroughly examine all claims.
A concert at Duntroa Tomorrow night has no reserved seats. Attendees are advised to arrive early as a big crowd is expected at the Quenabeyan Hospital Fire royal Mitery Colle Band 1 Mt will perform, with silent saletons ding the evening.
Goulburn market saw over 600 cattle yarded with keen competition. Prices rose across stock including two part bred steers around 10 pounds, well bred yearlings about 9 pounds 10 shillings, best cows to 10 pounds 10 shillings, and springers to 17 pounds. Merino wethers and ewes quoted at several pounds, but rain dampened some sales with damp conditions underfoot.
The text appears as degraded OCR of a market or fair listing with scattered names, prices, bidders, and notices. It mentions bidders, stalls, sellers, prices, and the meaning of selling actions but lacks coherent structure. Key names and places are unreadable or garbled, hindering precise identification of events or outcomes.
The owners accuse a stray animal of damaging a garden by breaking down a fence and destroying ornamental plants. Julye Korkhouw was fined after the court found evidence of property loss amounting to the cited value. Proceedings will continue at the district court.
Residents of Bangesdore and surrounding districts are advised that effective Monday the 25th, Goldbar g & Sun announce the transfer of the Werriwa stores to Mr W. Yan. The move aims to secure continuity, reduce expenses, and retain services while listing debt transfer to the new branch. The notice promises careful consideration of local interests and urges support for the consolidated management.
A fragmented listing shows events including a Young People's Meeting at 3 pm, a college gathering, and various times for services and lectures. Names like Carter and Tyson appear amid unclear schedule items at the local precinct.
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