The Modern Politician Faces The Janna Test
A critique of political duplicity likening public leaders to Janus with two faces. It questions whether a statesman can meet his platform promises and notes Queensland Labour Premier Theodore courting London capitalists while clashing with local capitalists. It cites Clifford Johnston on guarantees for British investors and references Natal leases and taxation debates.
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Janna
Janus
Mainl
Theodore
Queensland
London
Lombard St
Legislative Council
Clifford Johnston
Alista
Queens
Johnston
Serail
Natal
Unclear text hints at British investors wary of Australian debt
Fragmentary wording suggests concerns over British investors hesitating due to Australia’s debt situation. Mentions January context and possible political implications. No clear individuals or organizations identified.
Tarrentenla Shire Council Defers Road and Health Remedies
The council debates raid and repairs. A road timber issue is ordered to be paid for by the roads overseer. Health sanitation concerns prompt referral to the sanitary inspector. The president’s absence prompts Keeffe to stand in at the Shires Conference. Road expansion deadline extended to September 6, 1920.
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Corinin
Ymarten
Wéboptek
Comneulhor Boothwell Vinnadf
Sehofivll
Mengeendivne
Okie
J T. Butter
Lim
Rutledge
Counerior Melanes
Cortan Gator
Hatlodge and
Southwell
Couneillor Southwell
Keeffe
Sosa
Town Council Debates Road Works and Bridge Costs
The council discusses upgrading a dangerous road near Sarna with a timber bridge. Aldermen Woodward and Land push for funding, while Mayor Catlett and Alderman Keefe oppose borrowing funds. Foreman of Works estimates 40 to 70 pounds to build the bridge. alternative drainage issues prompt further debate.
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J. Pensey
Savayia
Essaramen
Catlett
Ae Woodward
Frewtody
Keolfle
Urinrva
Karaber
Petitienere
al Id
Keefe
Residents plan hospital fund drive after meeting in Queanbeyan
A Sunday meeting of local residents discussed funding for the hospital. A planned event with a 10/6 subscription aims to recruit all households as initiators. Firewood supply for the Royal Military College is tendered to A Comper. The village road remains in poor condition despite repeated requests. Rainfall data: 881 ports since Sunday. June total 491 ports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Queanbeyan
W. J. Darwody
Royal Miliary College
Eain
Event Listings at the Theatre Tonight
A fragmented notice shows a touring program at the theatre tomorrow. It hints at acts and titles like Peppermint Cure and Pet Conghe and Colds with likely misread words. No clear schedule or performers are readable.
Unclear Name of Place and Policy Debates
Fragmented report from Sydney mentions Prince of Wales welcome, weather, and a Treasury forecast of nearly £250,000 with potential rise to £2.5 million. Parliament tabled correspondence. discussions include a commission on memoranda and a tariff debate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasur
Hughes
Watt
Hipalee
Hugher
Melbourne
Mare
Canberra
Local Notes and Sports as Rain Impacts Town
Report from the correspondent notes beneficial rain, new ownership at Walker's Flat, and families settling in Que. Local tennis clubs mention upcoming match with Bredbo. recent town games led by Hayley McTernan Coffey and Lacher. Frome Hospital updates show recovery post illness. Queenie Cotter recovering at Wend hospital. Fur trade gentlemen sidelined by rain. Bunny scarcity observed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walker
Wonebesh Stock Sales Reported in Local Markets
A garbled OCR note describes stock sales and prices with scattered names and places. References to vendors and market activity hint at prices for various items, though many words are unclear.
Fragmented correspondence on ethics of fair play debate
The letter discusses misconduct in sports and names Michelago and Culbonkie teams. It questions integrity, praising fair play while criticizing questionable behavior and urging accountability. Readers weigh in on the meaning of genuine sportsmanship and duty to supporters and hospitals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mors
Atlas Ee
Bendes
Brreval
Silat
Wiillemadale
Micheingy
Sarrione
Movary
Syquaiiae
Drussy
Pew
Michelago
Kattor
Epor
Sunday Park Tennis Sparks Parish Dispute
A letter to the editor rebuts a Rev Albert J Carter on Sunday play in public parks. The writer defends tennis games amid objections citing lawful private alternatives and urges respect for all. The exchange frames community tolerance and religious sentiment against local amusement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert J. Carter
Beart
Bochape
Bible
Tragedy in Gonlbara Claims Local Family
Fragmented OCR reports a tragedy involving Mire Clara Power, a 17 year old born in an area near the railway. The text notes her death and references her mother, listing eight or ten other children in the household. Details are unclear due to garbled source.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mire
Clara Power
Fragmentary Weather Chronicle Mentioning Storms and Flood Risk
The readable portions describe rivers rising and storms affecting areas with warning of flood risk. Mentions of days, times, and unsettled weather imply ongoing atmospheric activity and potential damage while exact locations are unclear. The text uses garbled phrasing but centers on rainfall, waterways, and emergency conditions.
Prince's Visit to Canberra Highlighted by Public Interest
A chaotic clipping notes the Prince's railway carriage being bulletproof and detectives shadowing him in public. Canberra events include hospital funding concerns, charity efforts, and a range of local entertainments and market items with references to WME Wheatley, Bathery Show, and Triumph Screen appearances.
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Buckley Bed
Iene
Booker
AM. Morton
Camptell
Miss Les
Ald
Mathews
Wheatley
Yanls
Sg Haurorthy
Nepal
Cmimtuire
hiTty
Emi
W. A. Molmae
Tow
Prince A Wales
Taylor
Mitchel Lewis
Tosmarcow Wight
Raul
Queenbeyan
Sid
Wae Hospital
Car Berra
Jural Stork Businem
Belool
Arte
Knights of the
Ous
Camerrs
Wedasudayert
Potter Brox
Canberra
Bernd Peters
Riverside
Ialee Priday
Daly
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R. Thomson
Chilling Works
Qumranbeyan
Cooma— Phrate
Cooma Z
Ing
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Trust
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Woodgers & Calthorpe
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Cyresty Young
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Lewet Laws Ures
M. Johnston
Onsfetric Ladies’ Private Hospital
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C. Wilson
A.T.W.A
WII
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Phame
TE Quentin
Jans
Australia
Janes
Tarrentenla Shire
Teasdey
Jb Proent
Conerulier
Mileses
Sathwall
Tobe Commirren
Folkins
Juan de Adupind
Dr. Rutledge
Do. McTuuee
Cuppa
Kelly
Eanna
Greerel
Gonnrres
Rte Ag Tt
Mayer Smd
Mr. Young
Segineer
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Anne Mantalos
Lee
Prom Department of Health
Perkimeoe
Alermes Woodward and
Land
Prem
Crewford
Wajera
Meurel Tov
Te-Morree
Prince of Wale
Porth
Wonebesh Stock Sales
Ownbush Sales
Lie Che
Mite
Mvne
Gonlbara
Weke
Mengele
Thelma Sesihwall
Veel
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Mere Gribtle
Moe
Belfer
Enaieovansy & Anonese
Jovan
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R. C. Church
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Ttn
Royal
Threequarters
J. Kaye
Navenu
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Jordan
O'Roarke
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