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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Age And Queanbeyan Observer
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 13, 1920
Page
2
A newspaper sale ad lists wide ranges of clothing and mercery items with prices. Mens and boys overcoats jackets and tweeds, ladies shoes and handbags, and various domestic goods are featured with marked down cash prices. Special concessions are offered on boots and shoes and the sale emphasizes value and quantity.
Willis, general secretary of the Coal and Shale Federation, says the aim is social ownership not syndicalism. He condemns class rule by laborers and compares syndicalist twists to anarchism, noting revolutions rely on middle class and intellectual support and punishment if they fail.
The piece argues two paths for labor and capital to resolve a stalemate. It warns that forced social ownership fails without altruism, urging capital control and fair compensation to prevent idle and wasteful outcomes. Private enterprise is presented as the preferred moral base for progress.
A local report notes funds raised with a £6 subscription and the formation of a committee including Mr. Hos secretary and Mr. G. Jun treasurer. It mentions widespread trapper activity and the strong demand for cheques supporting the industry.
A brief cinema notice for Triumph Pictures announces a new release titled A Nee Up a comedy with admission prices listed as I and 1 74. The fragment notes a local theater listing and screening details.
The notice addresses income tax returns based on salaries or dividends to be filed by mid July 1920. For other income types, returns are due by the end of August 1920. It invites attention to these deadlines and related filing requirements.
A Spa message states that Germany signed surrender terms following an oral protest by authorities. The report notes the Allied terms and the method of disarmament as part of the ongoing enforcement and verification.
A questionable report notes a winning quote and a city council offer, with a related figure of 21 000 mentioned. The note also states Sir Matthew Mothes has been appointed Governor of Queensland.
Flood waters continue to rise around Bourke as the river reaches near forty feet, threatening homes and infrastructure. Local authorities mobilize rescue teams and issue warnings for residents to shelter and evacuate low-lying areas.
In fragmented text miners at Mowst Kemble speak of dangerous conditions and a harsh environment. The report hints at risks faced by workers though details are incomplete.
There is no change in the position of Perth where the civil service workers have gone on strike. Union leaders reaffirm demands while city officials assess impact on services and public operations awaiting resolution.
Fresh tenders are invited by the Local Land Board Queanbeyan for fencing work. The Weenie end District Soldiers Association event occurs Sunday. Solans won the V.R.C. Grand Handicap and Quickstitch took the Warwick Fore race at the weekend. Mesdames H Lasd and J W Venables act as secretaries.
A notice states Mr S J Ryan requests warm clothing donations. Public help is requested to assist with coats, gloves, hats, and blankets for those in need.
The Alamas Mest police propose expanding the committee size to 36 members. The motion aims to boost representation and oversight.
Text outlines an effort to transfer the seat of government from Melbourne to Canberra at the earliest date. It notes proposals to expedite the move and mentions expected actions by government and the Prime Minister.
The second NRA medal match Saturday saw Capt. H. Taylor and A. C. Fallick tied on 126 in the Maslin event. Fallick earned tenal, while R. Blacket took third prize of five shillings as the count out resolved the tie.
A Royal Commission will be appointed to inquire into all workings of the Waramway Department. The commission will investigate the number and representation of the Railway Commissioners regarding events since 1917.
The Australian rider wins the Grand Cycle Race as the most important event of its kind. The contest covers a long distance over metres roughly equal to a mile, with strong performance by competitors from France noted.
In a game described as a close contest England beat Australia by 23 to 13 in the third Rugby League test.
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