Municipal Council Minutes of Queanbeyan August 1914
The Queanbeyan Municipal Council convened in the council chambers with aldermen Moore Collett Land Purcell Woodward Morten J G Harris and KR present. The session reviewed minutes financial statements and correspondence regarding Fire Station site works staff payments and proposed street works in Campbell Street along with other civic matters.
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Moore
Collett
Land
Purcell
Woodward
Morten
J. G. Harris
Harris
Woolward
Pondance
Morton
Public Works
Krom RK
Sheppard
Feareh of Kin
Crawford Street
Kanswertton
Heuriestedk
Behall
Nakormen Maumipard
Sheppare
Peaiedon
Clarkill
Campbell Street
Umspescher
St Aldermen
Brem
Ole Isd
Henderson
Sina
Moldermiete
Athens
Cassar
Prestip
German Advance and Belgian Recoil in World War I
Telegrams report the German advance continuing on the Western Front with Belgian forces dislodged from trenches. German shells and plunder affect towns as French forces mount further successes. The dispatches describe shifting frontline activity and related strategic gains on the battlefront.
Russians Defeat Austrians In Major Front Battle
Report from Sydney notes Russian forces defeat Austrian units on a broad front. Allied lines retreat to Meuse districts while Belgians defend Low Brussels and Antwerp. German forces push with cavalry and infantry, engaging in heavy fighting as Belgians withdraw from Diest.
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Sydney
Diest
Meuse
Eeren Mimo
Dinant
Brussels
Antwerp
Trenc
Diest Fint
Sual
Morlunge
Expeditionary Force lands in France amid fighting on Meuse front
Reports describe the Allied landing in France and fierce combat with German forces along the Meuse frontier. Details mention British reservists returning to active duty, German air losses, and French counteractions as Meuse Lorraine operations unfold amid a broader European conflict.
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Syun
Dilieh
France
Jeter
Willian Furesel
Ray
Gernans
Europe
di Vrant
Denmans
Apia
Samoa
Terebm
Freeh Tve
Meier
Lorraine
Ope
Soneceo
Cermeny
Perambyees
Lerbettes
Deanati
Praag
War Era Red Cross Appeal Urges Gift to Support Widows and Orphans
The Red Cross Helpers' League led by John Walgh forms to aid distressed women and families of Australian troops. Helen Mabel Nicholson writes a patriotic call to give, promising clothing and medical comforts for those abroad and at home, urging citizens to answer the Empire's need and honor fallen soldiers.
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Sydney
Stephans
Red Cross Helpers’ League
John Walgh
Patriotics
Red Cross Society
Helen Mabel ‘Nicholson
Love and Duty
Campbell's
Macs
Donalds
Jocks
John Bulls
O'Flynn
Patricka
Bills
Nevermore
Rudyard Kip- TB
Black chaff controversy at Central Police Court
At Central Police Court on a Wednesday Syd LeStrange former ACW organizer faced charges of making a false declaration before Justice Watson on June 17. Witnesses testified LeStrange claimed he opposed a government offer to arbitration for railway workers and that he did not move against a motion in Wagga on April 24. The accused reserved his defence and was committed for trial with others testifying that the sworn statements were false.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Police Court
Sydjocy Oon
Harry Lestang
Central Branch
ACW
Jobo Christian Watson
J.P
Sydeney
Lestrange
Wagga
Ura
Ammistong
Mr. Roberts
Mr. Ford
Ohn Christin Watson
George Clifford Bodkin
Railway Workers
Ge Eral Laborers’ Union
James William Pumfrey
Irw.u
Food for Britain Fund Opens through Sydney Chamber
The Sydney Chamber of Commerce has launched a Food for Britain fund to send immediate aid to Great Britain for the war effort. Wheat, flour and meat are priority items, with regular shipments planned via naval steamers. The project already has 750 pounds subscribed. donations in money or kind are invited through local banks or to F. Winchcombe, president, and OC. Garnett, secretary, Grosvenor Street, Sydney. Other county chambers are urged to cooperate.
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Sydney Chamber of Commerce
Great Britain
Nait
Orect
F. Winchcombe
Fi Garnett
Chamber of Commerce
Grosvenorat
Sydney
Death of Pope Pius X Reported After Sudden Death
The pope, Pius X, died yesterday in what is described as his final year. His last words praised God’s inexhaustible mercy and asked for an end to the horrors of war. The report notes a contrast with ancient times when a single word could avert slaughter, though it states he passed in frail impotence.
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Sydney
Pis X
NeSs
Natura Health Guide Promises Relief For Women
A Sydney notice offers the Natura Health Guide free on receipt of two pence. It claims knowledge can save women from years of pain and misery. Mrs Clayton, manager, 207 Eliza street, advertises the booklet as a health aid for ladies.
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Natura
Natura” (Health Co
Clayton
Eas
Eluabeck Strewt
Sydney
Obituary of Ma Jomm Mpeonaye journalist of the Review
Ma Jomm Mpeonaye, veteran journalist in Australia, died aged 55 after a long career spanning over 32 years. Born in Kendal, England, he came to Australia as a boy, built a notable career in Sydney, and was longstanding as a journalist with the Review and related presses. He remained active and in good spirits until the end, leaving behind two sons and two daughters and a lasting legacy in Australian journalism.
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Jomm Mpeonaye
Asi
Bie End
Issleale
Gowell
Doro
Kendal
Regland
Aueri
Sydney
Neuerald
Australia
Wa Soni
Musgrave
Review
Jobn Musgrave
Ain Cberge
Bydooy Customs
Braidwoud Leview
Swastika Pictures Offer Variety of Strong Films
Swastika Presents a strong program headlined by The Fight for the Black Diamond noted for photography and exciting incidents. The Rival Airmen by ALK Co follows as a superb production, with The Minress of the Desert from Edison Co also drawing suspense. A Freshwater Aquarium study by Pathe and UA Bathing Beauty provide comedy and science, with a benevolent close planned for tomorrow night at the Federal Sports Club featuring The Umbra Smoker and The Chicken Chaser from Keystone Co.
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ALK, Co
Editson Co
Pathe
Federal Sports Club
Nordisk
Tpium Smoker
Hoot Comita
Engiih Gazette
Keystone Co
Bigger Fleeces and Canning Capacity Growth in Sheep
The article notes enhanced sheep canning capacity and improved marketing, with breeding and skilled husbandry boosting output. Winchcombe Carson, Limited cites sheep now averaging about 30 percent more wool than 18 years ago, changing bale weights from 5 fleeces per bale in 1698 to 41 fleeces last year.
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Winchcombe Carson, Limited
Dr Fitchett on the War in Life September
Life magazine devotes space to a war summary by Dr Fitechett author of How England Save Europe. He argues Pan Slavic and Pan German forces drive the conflict, with maps diagrams and a Nuttall cartoon illustration. The issue includes Science and Warfare and siege of Paris retrospectives.
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Europe
Fiechete
England
Servia
Austria
Dr. Fitchett
Nuttall
Ubiy
Pans
Weathered words echo a sailor’s muttered vow
A fragmentary narrator recalls fondness for rum and tobacco while musing on endurance at sea. The voice hints at hardship when ships are beaten and weathered, invoking a “Great Pepperomiah Cura” as a distant remedy or superstition. The text conveys mood over clear fact.
Motor Car Accident Marrs Local Party En Route to Bungendore
An unwary motor trip to Bungendore for a pigeon match ended in disaster when the car skidded in a gutter. Passengers A B Moore W B Gale W Penney suffered serious injuries including broken ribs and head wounds. Others, including Mr Booth and Mr Newbles, escaped with cuts and bruises. The car was only lightly damaged and all lie still in hospital.
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Bungendore
Iit
A BE. Moore
W. EB. Gale
W. Penney
Messrs
W. Booth
J.enables
Mr. Booth I
Gale
Moore
Vewsbles
Nebert
Mr. Peony
Belog
Red Cross Society Holds Active Meeting at Council Chambers
The Manyoress presided by Mrs R Agel led a Red Cross gathering on pear day at Council Chambers. A committee formed with Mrs C T Campbell secretary and Mrs Wood treasurer. funds over £10 donated. Offers of hall use from Mrs J Cunningham and volunteers for Burra and Queanbeyan districts. Garments for making up available Tuesday 25th at 3 pm. Invitations extended for more helpers to join subscriptions and sewing efforts to support soldiers. National Anthem ended the meeting.
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Manyoress
R. Agel
Red Cross
AML
C. T. Campbell
Wood
J. Cunniaghan
Tuggranong
Nero and Agrippina at Protestant Hall
The Gloria Company presents Nero and Agrippina, billed as the big film of the season. A historical复 recreation of Nero's regime and Christian martyrdom unfolds with lavish Roman splendor and lavish banquets. Prices are 50 cents and 16 cents. Box plan at Moore Bros.
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Nero
Christian
Gloria Company
Ialy
Paris
Gloria
Moses
Janine Lally
Moore Bros
Rumor of Hean's Essence cough mixture advertised
A faded letter promotes Hean's Essence cough mixture claimed to treat family coughs and colds at lower cost. It urges readers to mail money for a bottle and promises safe delivery from a Sydney chemist, mentioning Castlereagh Street and a Mrs Jlean as sender.
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Hean
Newland
Cameron
Coral
Castlereagh “Street
Sydney
Spectacles to Suit All Eyes Offer
There is a notice from Campbell, Chemist, offering spectacles to suit all eyes. It notes issues with overwork and blurred vision and invites readers to seek immediate help if they cannot see clearly.
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Campbell
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Wunderlich Limited
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