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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Observer
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 17, 1914
Page
3
The article reports on parliamentary debate over tax increases and government finance, criticizing planned charges on premiums, retail prices, and wage support. It discusses interbranch costs, public industries, and potential effects on workers, producers, and overall prosperity.
A fragment outlines debates among states over railway workers and waterway use. It notes concerns about river waters and interstate impacts, plus possible manpower decisions and freight movement implications.
Residents mournEdward Bovage of Crawford Street after his body was recovered from Queanbeyan Weir near the bridge. Police and the Coroner investigate as witnesses recount a pursuit in rough water and a nearby hospital inquiry. Family members express grief over a husband and father with five children.
Proceedings of Tarrewhemla Shire Council held in Connell Chambers Queanbeyan on Tuesday April 7 discuss finances and works. The Finance Committee reports £324 in accounts and motions authorize payments of £40 and other expenses. The Works Committee recommends maintenance and contractor arrangements for Turalla Creek and Kinwutown roads, with debate over rates and funding.
In a brief product note the advert promises fast aid for liver issues and digestion. It touts small doses as more effective than larger amounts and cites Boldt Je Campbell Chemin Queensberan as names connected to the formulation.
A garbled OCR style record shows a municipal meeting with references to planning roads and property, notes about dates and attendees, and mentions of officials such as Millet and others. The text lacks coherent structure but indicates a session with motions and planning items and property concerns. There are repeated fragments about dates, routes, and planning actions.
A large Tuggranong audience gathered for Easter Monday events at Tiggeanong’s picnic ground near John Morrison’s paddock. Early crowds arrived as crowds prepared for competitive games amid steady sunshine with Father Hagen and Father Haydon showing strong support. Volunteers organized meals for a large number, with a Queanbeyan Bram Band led by DeClifton providing a lively concert throughout the day.
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