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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Observer
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1903
Page
2
Fragmentary text lists names and places such as Misty Harte and Ganorn and Quensuagon Pathiadsip Adsumption. Mentions Huntin- FE Cavantayay and a 78 poms Roe WW. No coherent event or clear dates or affiliations emerge.
The article reflects on the Federal Elections and the fate of the Deakly Ministry. It notes Parliament’s past achievements and heavy legislative work, while criticizing or defending government actions. It discusses Australian securities, capital, and speculative influence on the Commonwealth’s standing in Europe and neighboring colonies.
Coroner Gate held a seven person jury at Cow Hollow to probe a recent blaze that destroyed the Bedallick public school building. Witnesses testified the fire started during after‑hours, with evidence about matches, a locked door, and the tank water line, while residents noted prior disruptive behavior and the teacher Mr Morgan’s contentious tenure. The inquest aims to determine origin, with proceedings detailing school premises, staff, pupil movement, and the surrounding circumstances.
Hospital board discusses operating theatre costs and water proofing, approves supplies, and plans December visits. Minutes show accounts, insurance upgrades, visitor committee, and Christmas allowances as officers note progress and future meetings set for January. The bishop appoints a new deputy.
Queanbeyan won by 1758 runs in a mis-typed report of a Saturday match. Key figures include J Campbell and P Woodward as top contributors. Dantroon’s team, led by Woodward and Hinckstian West, offered brief resistance. The innings closed after about one hour, with Hill, Collett, and Warwick among notable scorers.
A Botanic Society director argues for a self-imposed annual tax on profits to build a famine fodder reserve. The plan would buy fodder from regions with surplus during lean years, creating a central stock held for need. The proposal cites ancient practice and aims to balance drought periods with prudent insurance.
Amid harvest uncertainty, farmers complain of seed and grain issues as government aid shifts. The absence of polling booths for the coming election disenfranchises locals, especially yeomen, who may travel far to vote. Officials argue drought impacts and federal actions shape outcomes.
The Tim Railway Department proclaims reduced fares for travel to Melbourne on the upcoming Thursday night. B B Hyrsox notes hospital funding will be increased by 13 pounds from the Dourrooy shearers ball. Weather remains cool and cloudy with light showers and low temperatures through yesterday and tonight.
Fragmented report covers a preacher in Zhou City seeking support, a British cruiser run aground in Den Lan Istha, a postponed murder trial for Josephine Hunter, charges against Thomas Hetey Cooper, and global chatter on Canada’s population and capital investments. Also mentions a Capetown trial verdict, Reichstag matters, and a wide array of obscure maritime and political notes.
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