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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Observer
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1910
Page
2
In a debate on the report of a committee probing the conduct of an ex-member amid land dealings the Attorney-General warns defamation erodes public confidence in government. He notes changes in Parliament, the payment of members, and the rise of slander as a tool in political contests.
Local shops in Queanbeyan present festive displays of stock from clothing and footwear to toys and housewares. Merchants tout quality, reasonable prices, and the ability for customers to inspect goods before purchase, highlighting wide selections in drapery, jewelry, groceries, and musical instruments for Christmas gifts.
Queanbeyan posted 269 in Park cricket with McGregor and Hannan contributing 65 and 63 respectively. Hall were bowled out for 125 as McGregor and Davidson ran through the innings, with several wickets shared by Southwell and Shomack.
The Queenbeyan exams held December 1 before Examiner C K Toms produced notable results. Intermediate Miss Jean Shintack and Miss Vera Curran achieved very high marks, Elementary Miss Jute Blewitt 9, Primary Miss Mima Shumeck with high marks. The examiner commended teacher Miss Mawes AJ C M for her pupils' success, marking a second consecutive year of strong results.
Aldermen from the Jusee Council appeared at Police Court on Thursday with summonses issued against Mayor Mould for failing to attend a meeting without reasonable excuse. Cases against Aldermen Aon and Legerton were withdrawn as excuses were deemed reasonable. Dowd M Billop and Duck were fined, Locke’s case failed, and the magistrate admonished the council to work for the town’s benefit.
The report records a rifle shooting event held on a Saturday with conditions noted as shots at forwards. Participants include C Boyd and J Warren. Autograph stationery advertising appears from Pullick's in Queanbeyan.
The Minister for Home Affairs Mr. O Malley says he will vote for Shakespeare as the Federal capital. Burns is his excend selection, and he plans to present the full plan for the city at the next Cabinet meeting. He will outline the competition rules and prize amounts, noting the contest will be open to the world.
The Queanbeyan branch elected officers with A J Studdy re elected as president and B Gibbs honored for secretary duties. Delegates were named to attend the Goulburn Conference on January 18. Monthly meetings are scheduled for the last Thursday of each month.
J Swan of Sydney married Evelyn Meagan of Goulburn at St Nicholas Church North Goulburn. The ceremony was led by Ven Archdeacon Spencer with four bridesmaids and two page children attending. after a reception the couple departed for Sydney to start their honeymoon.
The board meeting notes discuss actions for the Chief Clerk and secretary, correspondence with the Department of Agriculture, and requests about public land use under the Pastures Protection Act. Debates cover expenditures, deferral of certain motions, and notices to the treasurer and other officers.
The record notes sympathy offered by directors following the passing of a director's father, with motions and seconds quoted as part of a formal meeting summary.
A copy of the Queanbeyan Council report on the Queanbeyan Weir is tabled for consideration. It details construction in 1900, 7100 pounds cost, drainage interference, valve operation issues, and proposed remedial works to prevent sewerage and debris inflow from Town drainage into the river.
The piece discusses parliamentary conduct and public funding debates including the idea of all sittings at night and the cost of MPs. It notes concerns over political advertising, civilizational progress, and the role of government in financing public works such as railways and tramways. It mentions figures like Mr Griffith and Mr Sullivan in relation to funding questions and private enterprise.
A large turnout at Thareloy celebrated a surprise Jeunes party for Mr and Mrs Davidson held after a tennis outing. Rev W H Fleming spoke, presenting a silver wedding hawk with inscriptions. Mr and Mrs Davidson expressed thanks as guests enjoyed tea and light music before departing.
Wool buyers gathered at Wincheemabe yesterday to bid on thousands of bales. Agents including Murriumboteman and Blandford reported strong interest in high grade Merino wool with volumes similar to last week. Market action showed steady demand and on site pricing.
The New South Wales Legislative Assembly last week produced a record of sittings with daily attendance and committee reports. Debate focused on government measures, enforcement proposals, and objections to certain motions, amid strong party positions and procedural confrontations.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions Campbell products a box of 18 cures with unclear branding. The readable terms include Campbell and Neuralgin implying a medicinal context though specifics are missing. The item appears as a small domestic health note or ad snippet.
The district reports a strong season with four inches of rain this month and Yass river floods. Boxing Day activities for the public library raise funds with a full program planned. Schools closed for Christmas vacation and road crew work continues while lucerne crops look promising.
Fragmented text touts Ven BAT WEY MU CALYPEL EXTRACT and Sanders Extract Thesis as cures for coughs ulcers and digestive issues. It claims universal healing and lists odd terms while mentioning December and Town events, with scattered references to Christian churches and local promotions.
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