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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Observer
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 19, 1908
Page
2
The article contrasts the ideal of a politically free State Advances Board with the reality of political pressure from MPs and ministers. It argues that boards, though designed to be independent, remain at the mercy of political action, and public opinion offers little real remedy. It discusses Federation talks, Dalgety as capital and New South Wales’ objections as a reaction to perceived deception.
Mrs Swinburn, Victorian Minister for Agriculture, lectured New South Wales representatives on obstructiveness at a recent gathering. He asserted the capital question would have been settled long ago if the obstruction had not blocked progress.
The Shire Appeal Court heard Alex J. McDonald appeal of land assessment for block No 9 in the Duntroon subdivision. Evidence showed mixed country values with unimproved land around 40s to 72 per acre and improvements varying. the court sustained the shire’s assessment despite contentious valuations.
In Warden's Court Thomas Corer applied for permission to enter portion 126 area for gold prospecting. Five acres granted at three pounds per acre per year with surface damage compensation noted. Butt also sought entry for similar prospecting, five acres approved at two pounds per acre per year with two pounds surface compensation.
About seventy justices of the peace named in a single bench have been gazetted. The list includes local gentlemen Charles Tebbutt Campbell John Knox Queambeyani Albert John Suddy Googongs and Charles William Southwell Hall.
A large Bathurst gathering urged a universal weekly half-holiday. Dr. Machattie moved the motion, seconded by Dennis Marriott, that a universal half-holiday be adopted through the State. Alderman Kenny chaired the meeting as the motion passed.
State correspondence from the secretary for public instruction notes Mr. G A McTimes of Bingley Park requested a teacher for Wood Geld Volthe School. It informs that Lescher has been targeted to take charge of that school.
ACapial Chambers meeting of Queantevan and A Association members heard notes from the review and confirmed. The Secretary reported no applications to the advisory solicitation while a few gentlemen agreed to participate in experimental farming in the district. Messrs J. Mya and others were set to join Crocker and Cunningham to carry out departmental experimental farming under the department.
A Wednesday afternoon match in the Dark between Cooma Waratahs and Queanbeyan Warings drew a fair crowd. W Hayes scored for Cooma and A Filegibbon for Queanbeyan. both failed to convert tries. After halftime the Warivals pressed, yielding no further score, ending in a draw. Visitors were hosted at Mandelson s Hotel with a fine spread and toasts to Mr A Molloy, the umpire.
The town mourns Agnes Woodger wife of Mr Woodger and mother to three children aged three, two, and two months. She died after childbirth near 37 years old despite careful nursing and medical care. The funeral was held this afternoon with wreaths from the Fire Brigade and Public School children.
Government officials condemn a proposed free yearly Sydney trip for country aldermen and shire councilors and their wives to honor duties. Critics warn the plan hides expense and favors, noting up to 4600 people could be affected by the scheme.
The cabinet has not resolved the question and the State Parliament is expected to meet next month. The Premier lacks definite information but the new session should begin before the Anat fleet arrives. The Anneaan grants the Treasurer a one month subsidy after year end, yet civil servant and railway salaries must be paid in mid August, requiring parliamentary appropriation.
An inquest in Tasmania returned a verdict that a three year old boy died from a skull fracture after his five year old brother struck him on the head. The assailant then hid the body in a roadside hole.
A Melbourne committee of Mastoralists and Australian Workers Unit met Tuesday to tackle wet wool issues and detection methods. Scientists demonstrated several crude moisture testers and devices, including two hydrameters and a distillation setup, but cautioned that much work remains. Mr Blackwood urged further study before deeming any machine practical, and the group considered a royal commission and federal help to improve wool processing while adjournment awaited scientist reports.
In Trapisas a fox known for meddling in rabbit warrens near the Ra Church paddock was found dead. Sergeant Nowlams traced the den, cut the tree, and discovered the fox had died after being caught in a rabbit trap attached to its paws. The trap, jammed in a crack, left the animal gradually starving.
Fragmentary text references a legal matter involving multiple remedies and authorities. Names such as Tabias Dineen Capertee and Santa Sutra appear amid garbled phrases. The readable portions indicate discussions of patent like cures and property claims.
The council discusses plantings, footpath graveling, and alignments for Namara. grants debated for chamber use and weatherboard cottage permits. licensing inspections urged. debates hall rental granted. a Building Act deputation urged. gate fees and graveled streets planned with costs itemized. various reports approved or referred, including park cleanup and Works Committee recommendations.
Land information notes Crown lands within We land district of Queanbeyan to become available after July 16 for additional conditional purchase and lease options at 8/4 per acre. Boundaries across Cowley and Gibraltar parishes include areas of about 400 acres and 60 acres, with sections reserved from sale and details of previous leases and travel stock provisions.
A colonial court proceeding yesterday battled over ceasing payments to the Bank of North Uneenshind and recovery of tithes on Brindabella mining tenements. Complainant Reid, represented by Mr Karl, argued ownership and water-rate certificates while the Bank argued parts were decades old or invalid. The hearing adjourned for consultation as witnesses testified and the Warden adjusted certificates and survey plans.
A crowded audience attended the charity staging of The Girl from Paris to benefit the Queanbeyan District Hospital. The play featured Mr Hummingtop and a cast including Rosa Columbier Daisy Maitland and Joshua Gillibrand, with a new stage setting and a strong performance by the company.
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