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Queanbeyan Observer

Location

Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia

Date

May 05, 1911

Page

3

Sawmill Tragedy Claims Balliva Worker

Edward Sydney Coombes aged 32, employed at Bogutiros timber mills, Balliva, died after a fatal accident at the sawmill. A hardwood splinter flew from the saw, enters his abdomen, passes through his body and exits near the left back. He cried out, was taken to hospital where stomach walls and a thigh wound were treated. He leaves a wife and two young children.

Edward Sydney Coombes Bogut Iros Balliva Wills Coombes

Australia’s first military aviation reconnaissance flight

An Australian aerial reconnaissance was completed from Botany to Liverpool military camp by aviator Hammond and Captain Neisigh. The 22 mile flight took 25 minutes with a maximum altitude of 2500 feet. They mapped thirty miles ahead and landed amid cheers, greeted by the Governor General and General Gordon.

Australia Hammond Neisigh Botany Liverpool Lord Dudley Gordon Ascot

Liquor Case Dismissed Over Legal Technicality at Goulburn Court

A case involving the Southern Railway Hotel licensee charged with allowing Walter Conroy to drink on Good Friday was dismissed after counsel argued a 60 offence and absence of a penalty in the modern Act. Conroy pleaded not guilty to drinking and the premises were legally open for sale at the time. The bench ruled there was no corresponding sub-section in the later Act.

Lcensed Victuallers Goulburn Southern Railway Walter Conroy Conroy I. F. Thomas

More Land Bills Move Ahead In Parliament

The minister for lands will introduce a Consolidating Land bill after Parliament reconvenes along with a Land Act Amendment bill to implement changes. Debate will follow on repelling the Conversion Act and choosing freehold over leasehold tenure. Subsequent steps include Crown Lands amendments and repeal of the Conversion Act.

Neilson Hhis

State Labor Members Castigated by Woollahra Group

At a Woollahra Labor League meeting held at the Congregational Hall in Sydney the local group condemned State Labor MPs who opposed Federal Labor referendum proposals. The resolution declared these members unfit to represent the Labor movement and urged their resignations from the party to preserve unity among organised workers.

Woollahara Labor League Queen and Ocean Streets PLL M.S.W

Britons Never Shall Be Slaves Address Topic

The Rev H Vleming will speak Sunday evening on the topic Britons never shall be slaves. A proposed addition from the Dreadnought Fund aims to brighten suitable bows from Kingham to be presented as agriculturists.

H. Vleming Tt Ie Dreadnought Fund Kingham Truiond

Debate Over New Protection's Fate In Consumer Prices

A letter to the editor argues against the proposed New Protection as benefiting only rich manufacturers. It contends workers face higher prices and stagnant wages, urging abolition of Protection and tax reform to equalize costs and raise real wages for laborers. Observes free traders shifting stance, questions the current protection position and calls for wage and price relief.

Tudor Theoner Freykenders Protecfon Lawer Moodle Workers of Australia

Corrick Entertainers Return Tour Delight Fans

The Corrick Ent researchers report a long-awaited return of Corrick Faurdy of Musiiatin after years away. Critics praise the revival and the group’s new performances across the Far East and Kagland, noting strong reviews and continued favor from audiences.

Corrick Faurdy Fueonleyan Wiih Far East Kagland Carhier Corricks Elas Tinenis Tony Fine Aparktingg Cadeby Nutes

Sanders Extract and Kalypte Cure for Various Ailments

An early 20th century advertisement touts Sanders Extract and Kalypte products as cures for coughs colds stomach issues and skin ailments. The copy claims extracts neutralize irritants and antiseptics prevent harm, urging use with water olive oil and direct application for wounds bruises and burns. It warns other eucalyptus products cause irritation and harm.

Cannes

Twelve in an Aeroplane by Louis Breguet Sets Weight Lift Record

French airman Louis Breguet beat the weight lifting record twice in two days at La Brayelle acadrome near Douai. He carried 11 passengers, lifting more than 1500 lbs excluding the plane, then flew six miles with the group aboard. The machine rose to 100 feet, signaling future aerial omnibus ideas.

M. Louis Breguet la Brayelle Acadrome Douai M. Breguet

For Sale Tron Hoop New Beaths and W201

For sale a Tron Hoop advertised as new with Bewaths of atwul Lue and W201. Interested buyers may apply to Obveror Aiee at the listed contact point.

Tron Hoop New Bewaths of Atwul Lue Amd Apyly Obeervor Aiee

Speedwell Motor Cycle Impresses with Superior Satisfaction

CPL and Down Dale announce Speedwell motorcycles as the premier choice for riders seeking unmatched comfort and performance. The firm claims the Speedwell delivers greater satisfaction than all competing cycles combined, highlighting its design and reliability for enthusiasts.

CPL Dale Emai Dal Fante

Campbell’s Liver Pills and Health Claims Ad

An old medical advertisement from Campbell’s Chemist in Queanbeyan promotes Campbell’s Little Liver Pills for dizziness constipation and anxiety. It urges using small doses and claims they’re better than imitations, pushing bottle purchases for ongoing use.

Camptell Campbell Queanbeyan

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