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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Age And Queanbeyan Observer
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 20, 1921
Page
2
The fragment mentions a drought related term and £ 2/ts paddocked but lacks clear people or events. No decisive action or outcome is readable to summarize as a full news item.
The Mount Mulligan Mine disaster in the Cairns district entombs 76 men with three bodies recovered and a seriously injured manager. Rescue teams struggle as gas buildup worsens the situation and a relief train with oxygen and gas masks arrives from Cairns and Chillagoe.
Government Statistician reports 3 684 000 acres of tinder wheat and 700 more growers than last year with a 26 880 acre rise in area. Lithgow Small Arms Factory issues further notices of dismissal as the wage bill remains high. Hoskins Iron Works may dismiss 466 ironworkers. Men seek ministerial inquiry. Works Department says no pipes needed but asks Water and Sewerage Board for requirements.
The report notes that 97 percent of items were sold at higher prices than July sales. The Sydney steamer Victoria arrived from Hong Kong and was quarantined for a possible illness case. On the Wyreema six dead rats were found after returning from Queensland, one showing plague signs, prompting quarantine and fumigation. The Director General of Public Health calls one rat a grave suspicion.
In Brisbane no new plague cases are found yet rat elimination remains relentless. Townsville reports unusual rat mortality while New Zealand tightens plague precaution rules. The Health Minister notes that Queensland's Chief Secretary policy is unfair to other nations.
In today’s Police Court before Mr Shropshire the crowd heard two offenders fined £3 with 8s costs for using indecent language. A possession case by Michael McGillan over a cottage at Reedy Creek, occupied by Mrs Foster, was adjourned to October 15. The Maxwell assault case saw lengthy police evidence and defense started after lunch, with Mr F P Woodward appearing for Maxwell.
Secretaries report good progress for the Hospital Ball with strong donations from town and from Duntroon Power House and Acton though rural gifts lag behind prior years. Mrs C T Campbell oversees supper and promises everything ready. Jazz orchestra of five to entertain with dancers set for a lively evening.
A handicap footrace promoted by Mr A Cunningham was held outside the Court house today. Judges were Mr F Penny and Mr T Price, with Mr Roy Hetherington as handicapper and Mr A Bowes as starter. Six started. Crowe Morwell won, Cou pears second, Cunningham third, and A D Campbell was listed among participants.
Gliding through a syncopated tone the orchestra delivered a softly lit display with decorative artistry. The chairman of Bawra noted the London cable announcing 60 590 bales of wool from Tomoszow Nichr amid festive laughter and bright colors.
The local club seeks matches from surrounding clubs as secretary Tao Biba eyes receipts for the season. Mrs. Richard Moors donates a magnicent shield, greeted with club gratitude. The note invites local sport fans to join and boost Queanbeyan’s cricket reputation alongside football.
H. H. Solomon of Cooma and executives A. Chapman and Jeffreys selected a design for a memorial at the march start site. The monument will feature a granite base, polished trachyte block with names, and a Cooma-erected general memorial of polished graphite or granite containing all marchers' names. More funds are sought, with erection expected early next year.
In Yass on Saturday Hilton Jack Davin of Roxstar died when earth and rock collapsed while he dug a rabbit burrow. The report notes a striking coincidence that his first cousin E W Gribble died near Hall on September 17 1920 from a traction engine accident. Both men were sons of sisters.
The headmaster’s son Harry is among Goulburn High School’s champion athletes. The team captured the High School Championship Cup from Sydney and others, with Ridley delivering a strong broad jump of 9 ft 7 in and setting a record pace in the 120 yd hurdles. Ridley led heats in all events he entered and earned the senior athletics champion medal, while Kevin Oldfield won the junior division medal.
Elsie Krause, 17, faced a second trial for allegedly murdering her child in Albury. The jury, after a brief retirement, returned not guilty and Krause was discharged. The judge’s summing up and council addresses occupied under thirty minutes.
ARCO notes Mrs Clemenger a respected mistress and banker departing Rosnhill Grapville to join her son Jack at Sydney University where he excels in studies and tennis. The article mentions Inspector Dart visiting schools and a planned telephone link Sutton to Gundaroo with details to be negotiated by Deputy PMG.
A friendly rifle match was held at the Military College range between Queanbeyan and Duntroon Hill clubs. Duntroon won by 32 points, with A Fallick top scoring 76 including a possible at 50 yards. Cap Harding led Duntroon as Lomax McTones and Franklin trailed closely.
City Treasurer confirms 99 pounds buys a hundred pound debenture redeemable at par after six years with a 40 pound total yield. Triumph Pictures screens Should a Husband Forgive with prices 1 shilling 1 pence and 1 shilling 3 pence. Ulster unrest in Belfast with two girls shot and killed. Australian Rugby League beat Salford 48 to 3. Sir Ernest Shackleton's expedition ship sat in London awaiting. Petar Moron and the Should a Husband Forgive program teased for Wednesday.
Triumph Pictures screens a special programme tomorrow headlined by Should a Husband Forgive at 6000 feet and Beware of the Bride at 5000 feet, with Eileen Percy in Slicker and Gazette as a topical comedy. Prices 1/1 and 1/7. Queanbeyan Band in attendance at the Central and Southern Medi.
In Triumph Hall Queanbeyan the Chamber of Commerce hosted a Friday night gathering with Senator Thomas and other Federal figures. Dignitaries urged Canberra as the Federal capital, urging rapid construction and national unity while praising local support and plans for cottages and industry.
Rainy week end records, fishing market notes, and odd local details. Prominent events include a Dramatic Performance at Protestant Hall and Triumph Orchestra engaging the public, with plans for a Quesnbeyan live stock sale and a press tribute to the aged community paper.
Notice references tender requirements for a lease related to a juvenile event and associated show entries. It lists items like poultry and spacing details, with a focus on vendor and schedule at a location linked to Willsndni Tweed and related installations.
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