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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Observer
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 10, 1905
Page
2
Fragmented entry lists church notices and schedules including minister titles, weather timings, and service blocks. It mentions WRETROUOLOGTCAL and WEATINGR themes, various times around 1 AM to 2 AM, and several names and places such as Chandar am Fie peta and Wind foros.
The piece evaluates General Stoessel surrender at Port Arthur praising his defence under constant shellfire. It notes the strategic aim to relieve Baltic fleets and questions whether holding out longer could have altered outcomes. It contrasts Japanese fleet pressure with Stoessel’s decision and credits him for cautious, prudent conduct.
The article analyzes naval and land forces in the Far East, noting Admiral Roestrestvensky at Sainte Marie Island Madagascar in good trim, and General Kuropatkin still defensive after Port Arthur. It highlights Manchuria's lack of enthusiasm, the Japanese resolve, and critiques Stoessel's leadership while urging rational scrutiny of war blame.
Veteran Scot Malcolm McIntosh died after a long illness aged about 71. He spent over 67 years in the Queanbeyan district with his wife surviving him. the funeral at the Presbyterian cemetery was led by Rev. James Fussell, and many relatives and pioneers attended with wreaths and flowers.
A junior cricket game is planned at Duntroen temonow with a kickoff at 2 pm. Among players listed for Hieobeyee are Lowi, B Williams, F Jeffreys, A Richardson, Goddard, Hoatein, Hincksman, Fullick, H Willis, M Richardson, and Holland. Lilian Bishop, a single woman, aged at, was poisoned at Eastruns wick on Friday by a dose of em morainiment. she believed her mother’s actions were betrayed by a man but refused to closely identify him.
Queanbeyan District Hospital committee in the Board Room reviewed minutes and correspondence on operating theatre fitting, matron appointment, and nurse Mackenzie. The financial report showed subscriptions donations and government subsidies, with plans for a new wing pending funds and architect plans.
At the annual meeting the committee and press were present with Mr Taylor the sole member of the public. The treasurer reported a year end balance of £164 4 8 and £184 0 10 in reserve noting improvements in accommodation, supervision, medicine and care. Miss Keele resigned as Matron. M rs B Whittingham temporarily served, then Miss F Maskenwio appointed. visiting committee praised monthly progress and fundraising supported patient welfare.
The motion passed and balance-sheet adopted. New officers named: President F Campbell. Vice Presidents James Cunningham and F J L Dunlop. Trustee R Hayes. Auditors W R Cantle and J Gale. committee members including James Cunningham and R Hayes. Thanks extended to outgoing staff and officers.
A fire on the 2nd instant consumed the Elion family home at Forest Glen Nelanglo near here. The blaze started in a bedroom and cannot be explained, with heavy losses including furniture and over 20 in money. No insurance covered the building or contents.
A prize rifle competition hosted by the local rifle club was held at Hiarrack Flat range on Saturday. Scores listed include A. C. Fallick 270 and 55 for J. Beatty, with other shooters such as A. Gibbs, Naylor, Hearty, Thompson, Moore, and Vaisey posting varied totals.
The Railway Commissioners announce plans to aid drought sufferers with half rates on fencing wire netting and forage. No final transport rates for stock are set, but a concessional rate of tenpence per truck may apply to hay straw chaff and fodder carriage to recognised distressed settlers. Eligible recipients must be bona fide drought victims. The fodder should come from the nearest reasonable station.
Caroline McTernan aged 36, youngest daughter of Thomas McTernan, died Friday after illness due to consumption. Treated in Queanbeyan and Sydney hospitals without cure. Remainder laid to rest Saturday with Father Hyland officiating. large cortege of relatives and esteem, funeral arranged by John Rodden of Cooma.
A Western Medical Review warns against untrustworthy eucalyptus products and endorses Fander and eucalyptus extract as a reliable health remedy. It asserts safer claims for throat, kidney, and mouth issues though cautions against other sellers.
Local items report bush fire losses and relief funding, public works and police notes, obituaries and society events across Bungendore Queanbeyan Ballarat Townsville and Canberra with dates and figures. Authorities warn on water quality and fire risk while sport and cultural events are announced.
A Bush Fire Relief Fund event will be held in the Park on Saturday to raise money for immediate aid to affected families. The program includes a Queanbeyan versus Duntroon cricket match a bicycle race and children's events. Lunch and afternoon tea will be offered for a small charge by the ladies. A meeting for interested ladies is at the School of Arts at 4 30 this afternoon to finalize luncheon and tea details.
A brief report notes a three week respite in demand with meats and other goods showing varied prices. Listings include bales of unspecified products, with some items sold at multiple rates and others lingering at market rates.
In South Brisbane a youth was fined five shillings after lighting a cigarette and discarding the lighted end, which set fire to grain. Walter Allen, nine, holidaying at Hast Hills Parramatta, was found drowned in a warthole on Friday. Albert William Banfield was executed in Adelaide jail on Thursday for murdering Caroline Elizabeth Hinds on October 28. No new plague developments on the Clarence River. A man died from the disease on New Year's Day. General Nogi reports Port Arthur has been transferred to the Japanese line. Surrender totals reached 44 207, excluding 16 000 sick and wounded. A supplementary agreement frees civil officials not serving as volunteers during the siege. The Russian Imperial Council plans to continue the war and reinforce Kuropatkin. recall of the Baltic Fleet noted. There is growing belief fires were caused by organised incendiarism. Phosphorus sticks found at Muttama station aid combustion when damp. The Works Minister allows silv ers from bush fires to temporarily depasture stock under tenure with holder consent. Inquest into Ley M Donagh's death at Sydney on Dec 30 finds possible illegal operation but no incriminating evidence.
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