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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Observer
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 15, 1905
Page
2
Juvenir Booklets of Views Ee CY PAPER DECORATIONS blooming with coloured tissue and paper chains. New annuals and serials from major publishers, special bindings, Bibles and hymnals, and a range of choicest goods. Lady bags, card cases, writing desks, blotters, and gift items plus art articles, photo frames, baskets, games, dolls, and more at economical prices.
Church notices list ministers and services across Primar Drrusmen Quembeyan and surrounding areas. W. M. Wirrim Mimiater Rev. dt Mowbray and R. Mowbray are among speakers with services at Wattle Mark 11 and Wootangura afternoon sessions.
At the courthouse on Wednesday last the licensing magistrates Messrs F Campbell and Blackall renewed hotel licenses for Mrs. C L Harrison Pooleys Hotel Martin Byrne Royal Hotel A C McPherson Commercial Hotel H J S Hongerford Victoria Hotel and two booth licenses for Bungendore and Hoskingtown. Billiard licenses were renewed for Mrs Harrison and H F Downey.
The annual summoned meeting of justices of the peace for revising the jury list met at the courthouse chaired by Mr. J. Gale. Magistrates present included F Campbell A Binsey H G Atkinson P McNamara and others. An act amendment limited eligibility to residents within 16 miles, resulting in no panel this year versus 240 last year. the list was adopted with one name added.
In the Federal Parliament negotiations on a site for the Federal capital proceed with Mr. Watson and Mr. Fuller guiding talks. Watson notes Carruthers' speech complicates site choice though Lake George remains a possible option with time needed for public sentiment to ease. Wade, the State Attorney General, argues a measured look at district features shows no precipitate action by the State Ministry.
Government and Pastures Boards Council of Advice finalizes appointment of Dr Danyaz to conduct rabbit destruction experiments. Approval granted. Location and detailed control system to be decided later by Minister for Lands and officials.
The text notes banks and commercial houses to close on Christmas Day Boxing Day and New Year’s Day along with government offices. Railways and tramways will operate at high pressure with a large exodus anticipated to the country districts on the Friday and Saturday before Christmas Day.
Advertisement notes Mr J Check plans another visit to Protestant Hall for a theatrescope exhibition with a large audience expected Monday. L Bosgard of Cooma will tour Queanbeyan April 14 to 19 to consult at Byrne's Hotel. Local business update and odd commerce tidbits follow.
Where to Shep A M Fallick and Sons advertise a full holiday showcase at Carrington Buildings with gifts for all ages. Leather goods, writing sets, silver mounted purses, doll toys, framed prints, and a grand toy selection display from 3d to several shillings. Also notes on meat, bakery, and chemist shops offering festive treats and presents to simplify early Christmas shopping.
A Christmas program at St Benedict’s High School saw pupils and parents attend a convent hall show. The stage and walls featured student artwork and needlework while a varied concert lineup included violinists pianists recitations and songs. Prizes were awarded for art painting needlework and academics as teachers lauded the children’s progress.
A Saturday tennis match at Booroowea features teams led by Anderson Nevell and Trotter beating rivals 4-0 6-2 6-4 6-2. Spectators praised the court and McKechnie’s efforts after a rain earlier that day.
Bungendore reports a near disaster on a Sunday drive to Lake George as a team of townsfolk lose control of a groan coach. Passengers jump clear, some sustain burns and bruises, but no serious injuries occur.
A fragmented OCR page shows various notices and ads including retail goods from Hill and Son, livestock, furniture, and hardware promotions. railway schedules and Christmas train notices. court and public notices with names like Mannings and Williamson. parish and church events in Queanbeyan, Sydney and Walgottamen. a mix of Persian, English and colonial items on commodities, clothing, chemicals, and household wares. The article mentions a prize won by a Mr Gary for a Salvation Army march and updates on local governance and parliamentary prorogation. it also reports farming and trade data and a church fundraising projection of £27. The page includes references to disasters, plague rumors, and international topics in a collage of short items.
Edward Charles Les Campbell, aged 43, died at 2 am at Duntroon after a lengthy illness. Born November 26, 1852, he was the second son of the late George Campbell and a longtime starter for the Queanbeyan Racing Club. A polo player and cricketer, he belonged to St Andrew's Masonic Lodge and was widely admired. Funeral from Cantroon Host to Canberra cemetery at 3 pm tomorrow. He leaves a widow and five children.
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