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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Age And Queanbeyan Observer
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 27, 1920
Page
2
chaotic report details Hawke Officials Association hit by a £2000 yearly penalty for clothes allowances. It notes officials engaging in compulsory attire rules and mentions Judge Higgins and a public scrutiny of government spending.
A Home and Territorial Department letter clarifies electricity charges under the council agreement. It states capital expenditure not included in charges and notes increased operating costs raise charges. The Queanbeyan transmission line cost about 225 pounds annually, with Government support deemed insufficient.
A contentious council meeting features Aldermen debating delayed government projects and alleged conspiracies. Mayor and officials dispute timelines and accountability as critics demand action and transparency amid procedural tensions.
A damaged entry mentions a mering ewe belonging to Mle Gnco of Litile Main Cyan and a date in September at Hill Station. It notes a burial or death and that an inventory or probate occurred at the Toot lumpital with several unclear terms.
A local carnival at Tevamph Kink teat drew large crowds with fancy dress, comic acts, and prize winners. Judges awarded top honors to L Lyneham and Myu Hilton, with Mr Bernard and Mrs Hilton among notable participants. an accident injured A Warren as the event closed at midnight.
A fragmented editorial highlights dairy industry as vital to national prosperity. It warns against wasteful labor practices and praises efficient plants for stabilizing milk and butter prices.
Municipal officials discuss sourcing water from the Federal Capital Territory. Estimates propose £40,000 expenditure for a gravitation scheme from Junkaw river or a similar setup. Officials note a likely upper cost and debate timing ends without resolution.
The second match for the Trophy was won by Taylor in wet conditions at 500 yards. Warren took second prize as Fathok and Warren also performed well. The event featured Taylor, Fatlick and Warren with Taghoe impressing in good form scoring twenty common five at 600 yards and eyeing the next event tomorrow night.
A dense record of council debates and motions covers street work water issues and public health matters. Aldermen Calthorpe Keeffe Woodward and others push for road repairs sewer and drainage improvements while reviewing budgets and electric light connections for residents.
The Triumph Pictures screening drew a crowd as audiences enjoyed a comedy featuring a home beers production and performances by Millina for Baby and Hemiton. The event included humorous fracas moments and a musical interlude.
Market reports show buyers attending the Wes Meslay sale with fat sheep merino wethers selling from 40 to 48, exchanges noted by buyers and sellers. Prices ranged from £28 to £32 for mest tullocke and cows fetching up to £33, with total receipts around £80,000.
Fragmentary text references federal government matters, crime inquiry, and a 1881 era tone. Mentions a criminal appeal court, department inquiries, and a public wardrobe price note. No coherent events or identities clearly readable.
In a Goulburn police court session on Friday Ferney faced disorderly conduct charges after provoking complaints as a nuisance. Berney warned to leave town within two to three days amid residents petitioning against him and his associates. Separate items note visitors from the United States discussing farming costs, and federal MPs informed of a Flemington prize meeting venue change affecting access for members of Parliament.
A large Perseverance branch meeting featured speeches by district officers and comments on lodge growth. Attendees celebrated long service, loyalty, and community outreach while planning future joint events and instructional activities for younger members.
The report covers Bungendore football advance to final stages and events around the town. It notes preparations for a match at Bungendore with a festivity plan and lists team representatives and officers from the local Cricket Club. Officers named include president Wt Mu om and treasurer T. Mungerford, with selection committee members listed.
Community notices recount deaths and health updates for locals including Mr John Meagher MLC and Mrs Busine. Widespread well wishes accompany health improvements of Mrs Hyngerturd. several readers travel for visits to Scone Muswellbrook and Spey. A romantic dark themed prompt appears amid unrelated lines.
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