Port Sunlight style profit sharing praised by Sir William Lever
The article discusses decentralisation and profit sharing led by Sir William Lever of Port Sunlight. It notes his high commission status, warns of urban drift, and praises working conditions and community spirit as a model for broader Australian development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
William Lever
Port Sunlight
England
William
Tion
George Reid
Commonwealth
Penden
Sirestes
Wealthy firms shift ways to ease capital gap
Observers note that some leading British firms adopt new methods to reduce the harsh antagonism between capital and labour. These approaches, now gaining prominence, seek to ease tensions and advance subscriptions amid evolving economic practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Observer
Saul. Tres
Wearers Warned Against Imitation Opticians in Queanbeyan
Mr Ernest Hesch a well known optician of Martin Place Sydney warns the public against impostors using his name to mislead customers. Aroest Bosch F.S.M.C will visit Queanbeyan to fit spectacles at Harrisons Hotel on Thursday. Bosch claims high qualifications from the C.M. London and training in New York Chicago and San Francisco.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Hesch
Martin Place
Pit Street
Sydney
Queautevan
Hoos
Nila
F.S.M.C
Queasbeyan
Harrisons
Bosch
Australia
4.C.M
London
New York
Chicago
San Francisco
Minister outlines government support for public works contracts
The Minister for Home Affairs Mah Kelly stated on Monday that the government will back contracts and favor work schemes. He noted a water supply restoration project at Mount Miromlo near Unanivito as an example of planned investment and emphasis on local employment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Home Affaire
Ma Kelly
Mount Miromlo
Uanivito
Kelly
Pastoralist Held for Trial in Melbourne Enquiry
An inquiry in Melbourne related to the death of Verdon Mutch 18 years old, killed by a motor car, resulted in Frederick Dadiey William Qotley of Umeralla Station being committed for trial. Witnesses described the fatal accident and the deceased’s injuries as he traveled by train.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Verdon
Mutch
Frederick Dadiey
William Qotley
Umeralla
Large Fire At Ganmain Destroys Wagmain Shop
A major blaze broke out in Wagmain on a sunny May afternoon damaging Mr Busi Cole's shop and nearby buildings. Firefighters contained the flames by evening with most structures wetted or saved. Damage estimates were not fully determined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wagmain
Busi Cole
Sapna
Townships Narrow Escape From Fire In Gt Cromwell Area
A garbled report describes a narrow escape from fire in the Gr Cromwell area with references to Lawrin and local officials. The text notes a council discussion and an emergency response near a tidal or wooded zone, mentioning an area with several dwellings and a fire ray.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cromwell
Wegan
Farms for Hallot Minister Fee Inquiry
Fragmentary text discusses farm matters and a ministerial fee in connection with Hallot. Mentions Baturiay and potential parcels, with cryptic references to warloon and Vardy ameter. Unable to extract clear names, dates, or outcomes from the legible portions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ameter Alewes
Destructive Fire Report From IX Yass Affects Buildings
A fragmented OCR style report describes a large fire causing destruction and damage across an area labeled IX Yass. Early response delayed but authorities attempted containment as workers evacuated and emergency units coordinated at the scene.
Theft of a Chestnut Cheque
A garbled OCR fragment describes a theft incident involving a chest or chestnut item, mentioning poets and a foolhardy sequence of events. Names, dates, and locations are unreadable. The text references a theft and a possible investigation or accusation, but specifics are unrecoverable.
Battle of Gettysburg ACS special release described in wartime imagery
Fragmentary OCR describes a dramatic Civil War battle depiction by a New York Abedtion Tac ture Company style, highlighting a northern army, smoky skies, and a terror of cannons. The piece frames Gettysburg as a monumental battlefield legend with ornate historical reconstruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geebay Piney
Abedtion Tacture Company
Neu
Hieres
Nantes
Hiatony
Walluewday
Pilin
Oxy Rifle Team Members Named for Southern District Meet
Oxy two members were present at the local range on Wednesday with conditions of 3 shots at Gea and zooyds. Queanbeyan will be represented at the 1gth price meeting of the Southern District Rifle Clubs Union starting Thursday by Capt. D. Jones H. C. Taylor B. Moore T. Warren E Capes H Beatty J Beatty G L Morty W Thompson R Thomson A Thomeus A Stevens and G V Hately. Prize money totals £450. Goulburn has accepted Dubboesn's challenge for a Yarrelumle Cup match to be held on Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Queanbeyan
Southern District Rifle Clubs’ Union
D. 3
Jones
H.C. ‘Taylor
B. O. Moore
T. Warren
Ecapes
H. Beatty
J. Beatty
G. L. Morty
W. Thompson
R.thomson
A. Thomeus
A. Stevens
G. V. Hately
Strange Tumult Marks Town Assembly After Sunset
Fractured reports from an evening meeting describe a tumultuous town assembly. Citizens faced confusion as a plan to address local issues unfolded, with several speakers interrupted and a final decision deferred to the next session.
Fragmented OCR item about a local event in December
An incomplete article fragment mentions a date in December and a local event. Names and details are unreadable, leaving only scattered phrases about a gathering, a poet, and a possible public notice.
Unclear fragment hints at historical wartime slogans
An unreadable OCR fragment mentions Norden and a patriot theme with references to a peace or alliance idea. The text is garbled but implies a discussion of loyalty and public sentiment during a contested period. No clear events, dates, or names are extractable for a fuller summary.
Contagion Fears Prompt Public Health Remedies
A fragmented 19th century notice discusses smallpox and diphtheria spread and promotes antiseptic extracts as protective measures. It contrasts inhaled treatments with lozenges and touts Sander's Extract as a safer broad antiseptic, claiming deep penetration and thorough disinfection.
31 Church Notices from Queanbeyan Area
The column lists church services across denominations in Queanbeyan and surrounding parishes. Entries include Christ Church and John the Baptist at Gambereo with morning services, Presbyterian services in Queanbeyan, Majura, and Quasaberan, plus evening and special observances at Mooniejoah, Tad pam, and Wattle Parkam.
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Iadies
Street Aid
Specia
Hill & Son
Cheheapside
Ford
Moore Bros
Ss. A. Paropemlie
Mercer & Bootman
Buckley's
Pusaubeyan Obesiber
Bryan
Ganmain
Hallot
Yass
RM Iyer
Walla
Elrardol
Willy
Finnie
Agne
Battle OF
Gettysburg
Mrs Ctiford
Fooyds Yooyds
H. C. Taylor
Nnne
Z. W. Hately
Booyds Fonyde
Hately
Warress
BR Capes
Urabah
Sylow
Caine
Cat Payne
Sean
Ager
Pal Comet
Ian
Wowie
San Hers
Brandes
Ty Wing Sander
Tan Lay
Church of England
Chriat Church
Pami
Rav
Qerdon H. Hirat
Chris Bi
John the
Gambereo
F. G. Ware
Maiboojah Quaacbryan—tham
Tad Pam
Wattle Parkam
Pam Woetonaru
Paw Ayooh Gould
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