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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Age And Queanbeyan Observer
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 22, 1920
Page
2
The Prime Minister lauds Britain’s monarchy as the glue of the Empire and warns republicanism would end the union. The Prince stands as ambassador of freedom and self-government across dominions while Australia’s valorous self-rule is praised and linked to loyalty to the crown.
Fragmented notes recount Aldermanic actions on street improvements, ward allocations, and waivers. The report details votes, proposed resolutions, and tensions as officials discuss paving, drainage, and public works funding. Names and places appear amid stitched OCR garble, with debates touching governance and civic projects.
A council debate addressed the issue of tennis played in the park on Sundays amid complaints. Despite opposition, Alderman supported allowing Sunday play as long as order was maintained, framing it as a minor disturbance versus church observance. No objection filed, vote supported continuing the practice.
Fragmentary local and national news items delay coverage of Triumph Pictures program. Mentions efforts to avoid scheduling conflicts and a feature on Bor Children's Backing Cough and Woods Great Peppermint.
An account of the Prince of Wales arrival in Queanbeyan and Canberra, detailing railway procession, royal salute, and citizens’ welcome. The narrative covers crowds, decorations, official honors, and expressions of gratitude from local authorities and residents for the royal visit and the connection to the Commonwealth capital plan.
Canberra coverage details the Prince and party touring Capitol Hill and foundation stone events. Canberra crowd scenes, the governor general, officials, and schoolchildren lined the route as dignitaries toasted The Guest and Parliament House. Reports describe weather, rifle displays, and a rifle match with Queanbeyan and Canberra teams, noting outcomes and scores.
A fragmentary notice discusses authority and procedure for selecting a king and names several individuals including Warren and Ban. The readable portion indicates letters about eligibility and timing, with no clear date or outcome.
An 19th century note touts Woods Great Peppermint Cure as a universal remedy for coughs and colds. The ad claims rapid symptom relief and strong guarantees, promoting its use during illness outbreaks and stressing the product’s efficacy for general respiratory relief.
Fragmentary OCR shows an upcoming meeting related to seat arrangements and time terms. Readable items indicate planning, with references to preparations and probable scheduling, but many words are garbled, leaving a partial glimpse of the event details.
Telegraphic dispatch describes halted voting results amid disputes over labor, a premier’s stance on arbitration, and a government cabinet meeting schedule. It notes a dairy farmer’s injury, protests in West Australia and Howth Australia, a drowning of a child’s siblings in Gagndale, and general unrest following controversial labor actions.
Community event tonight screens Privmph Pictures after a trial. Details mention MU Lodge Tenimph Hall and a recital to honor a returned soldier. No further identifiable dates or entities clearly readable.
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