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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Observer
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 24, 1914
Page
2
The Coroner's Court weighs evidence on a deadly Exster railway crash. Officials consider distant signal failure and possible fog signal use as drivers claim conflicting signals. Experts discuss island and loop platforms and fault lines in single and double line operations.
The article outlines a proposed Close Settlement Amendment to the Statute-book setting value limits for lands within fifteen miles of railways or navigable rivers. It would empower an advisory board to deem property over 25000 in value as subject to certain conditions, with the aim of enabling profitable cultivation and state control.
Police report the sudden death of Walter Browne near Gundurie after he took poison. Coroner and examiner visit the scene, with a letter from the deceased asking forgiveness and naming Buxton. Daughter Caroline Browne testifies to his declining health and a fall from a cart earlier that day.
Report on the death of ex sub inspector James Cornett at age 26 after a prolonged illness. Details outline his origins in Delaware and service in the Royal Left Constabulary, with postings in New South Wales and various towns including Cooma.
On Sunday the perview in St Bre the Church Queanbeyan will be conducted by the Rev Ambrose Will of Goulburn. On Monday a cantonal meeting will be held with Interim-Moderator as chairman and it is hoped every communicant and adherent will be present.
A large gathering witnessed the wedding of Frederick, youngest son of Mia Row. levy of Sutton, to Millicent Man, daughter of Mr G A McDennes, at Aven House Amungals. The Rev Hiret conducted the ceremony with organist Min Dincing. Guests toasted the couple, the bride wore a pearl trimmed white dress, and the couple departed for Queensbeyan. The event featured showers, songs, and a long reception, ending with a morning after at Avon House and early morning revelry into the next day. The report notes rough weather and a later obituary of Walter Brews.
Deluges bring record rainfall with 16 percent at Queenlesay on Friday and similar totals over the weekend. Streets flood over Lowe and Sanford as underground tanks overflow, sections of roads cut off and pumping teams mobilize to clear the sewage and water.
Public discussion distinguishes qualified optigians from untrained practitioners. It notes the need for years of practical experience under a competent supervisor and cites Ernest Beech, consulting optician, and a Philadelphia expert with California board credentials. The event mentions a meeting at Harri son’s Hotel Queanbeyne on Thursday March 88, 191d.
Mins Lillian Teaver, engaged with Exeter railway work, fell ill at Bowral and was admitted to hospital with paralysis symptoms. Campbells Little Liver Pills for biliousness claimed to help, with ads from Bottlers Campbell Chemist Queanbeyan urging small doses for better results.
An accident at the Golden Grilly claim left Gpargn Ciardiner with a broken right arm and rib and cheek injuries after being struck by earth. Rescue teams recovered the body and the incident is under investigation.
A torpedo boat travelling near the Crood Canal with a launch on Thursday resulted in drownings. Victims were mainly women and children returning from service at St Mark's. The captain and several others were saved. many rescued sailors are listed as injured or missing.
A story describes an operation on a woman in Philadelphia where bone fragments were taken from a weld wire like device during spine surgery. Postoperative reports claim the patient stood with head high but after five weeks she faced complications.
A garbled notice alleges a joke about teletherapy and wireless service on the city council day, with references to a speaker named Mr Tniwille and reactions from attendees. The fragment hints at confusion and possible publication failure tied to the incident.
A garbled report references a horse racing figure, Grace Waugh, age two, with mentions of a Winsome tail and New South Wales links. It alludes to a distant death, lineage, and riding scenes across bush tracks, amid unclear names and locations.
Paulah Murphy, 98, a well known rural driver, accompanied by Kelly, drove a hearse toward Crookwell to collect a dying woman. The hearse overturned in floodwaters near Guvalary, Murphy swept away and drowned, with Kelly thrown into the creek and rescued. One horse also drowned as wreckage and debris filled the river.
A fragmented notice discusses babies as immigrants, noting joy and sorrow for couples. A promotional line offers a book of information and advice, with a postpaid offer from Natural Health Co. at 269 Disappointment.
Edward Jasper's New Pantomime Co presents The Grant Ragtime Revue at Protestant Hall with Ragtime Roberts, Olive Robinson, Chas, and famed comedian Con Morent. A chorus and ballet ensemble accompany the act. Box plan at Pallick's. book early to avoid disappointment.
An item questions the rarity and danger of repeated surgical operations and notes a home treatment proposed by the Ladies' College of Health. It urges women to explore this cure before submitting to the knife and advertises a book for two pence postage to Capt 88, Ladies' Colleges of Health, Oxford, Sydney.
In the Rosehill Cup race on Saturday Grocelle fell near the helf afle fest and several riders including Aurofodian Limelight Oting Cireen North Eset Grown Grant Thaw and Master Paul crashed. Olive Green sustained fatal injuries.
Alderman Kingeley says sharp shooting by the overseer has kept down the goats nuisance in Lidcomba. Complaints about goats wandering on roads prompt debate on measures. The Mayor and police chief oppose broad action, while past efforts by the overseer nearly wiped them out.
An article cautions about the spread of smallpox and diphtheria and argues for heightened hygiene and protection against infection. It emphasizes avoiding complacency and the dangers of infection during outbreaks.
Delays to the Cooma train linked to late arrival of the coast line service cause the Gyitneysy route to be altered with Moss Vale affected by faulty attached equipment. replacements were required from Goulburn. Patrons report frustration as toppled timetables push journeys longer than expected and other goods like Campbell's neuralgia wafers are mentioned in passing.
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